At a glance
Qualify as a hydraulic design consultant with this advanced course covering the design of plumbing and services systems for residential and commercial buildings.
JOB PROSPECTS
- Hydraulic Design Consultant
COURSE OUTCOME
CPC50612 Diploma of Hydraulic Services Design
Course overview
Establish your career as a qualified hydraulic design consultant with this advanced course. Develop the specialised skills required to design plumbing and service systems for residential and commercial buildings.
The job outlook remains positive in the building and construction industry. Advances in technology and innovation are driving demand for technical and specialist skills. Population growth is supporting an underlying demand for new housing construction and supporting commercial infrastructure. This in turn is driving a need for qualified trades including hydraulic design consultants.
This course has core units covering administration and plumbing industry skills plus specialist hydraulic design skills. You'll learn how to design hydraulic systems for drainage disposal, gas, sanitary plumbing, heated and cold water, fire sprinkler, pumps, grey water, storm water, and gas reticulation.
Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work as a hydraulic design consultant, with the skills to design a range of plumbing and services systems for residential and commercial buildings.
This course is taught by trade-qualified teachers and endorsed by industry. Our teachers have worked in their trade and maintain close industry ties ensuring they're up-to-date with the latest industry practice.
Our training spaces replicate commercial and residential settings with dedicated gas and plumbing rooms, delivering a hands-on training experience.
Units
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 3 elective units from the list below.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| BSBITU201A |
Produce simple word processed documents | |
| BSBITU202A |
Create and use spreadsheets | |
| BSBITU301A |
Create and use databases | |
| BSBWRT401A |
Write complex documents | |
| CPCCBC4012B |
Read and interpret plans and specifications | |
| CPCCBC4034A |
Apply codes and standards to building trade and services contracting | |
| CPCPCM4013A |
Produce 2-D architectural drawings using CAD software | |
| CPCPCM4014A |
Prepare simple sketches and drawings | |
| CPCPCM5010A |
Design complex sanitary plumbing and drainage systems | |
| CPCPCM5011A |
Design complex cold water systems | |
| CPCPCM5012A |
Design complex stormwater and roof drainage systems | |
| CPCPCM5013A |
Design complex (non-solar) heated water systems | |
| CPCPDR4011B |
Design and size sanitary drainage systems | |
| CPCPDR4012B |
Design and size stormwater drainage systems | |
| CPCPDR4013B |
Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems | |
| CPCPFS4024A |
Design residential and domestic fire sprinkler systems | |
| CPCPGS4011C |
Design and size consumer gas installations | |
| CPCPPS5000B |
Design gas bulk storage systems | |
| CPCPPS5001B |
Design industrial gas systems | |
| CPCPPS5002B |
Design gas reticulation systems | |
| CPCPPS5023A |
Design solar water heating systems | |
| CPCPPS5024A |
Conduct a water audit and identify water-saving initiatives | |
| CPCPPS5025A |
Design grey water re-use systems | |
| CPCPPS5026A |
Design rainwater collection, storage, distribution and re-use systems | |
| CPCPPS5028A |
Design trade waste pre-treatment systems | |
| CPCPPS5030A |
Design pump systems | |
| CPCPPS5032A |
Design siphonic stormwater drainage systems | |
| CPCPSN4011B |
Design and size sanitary plumbing systems | |
| CPCPWT4011B |
Design and size heated and cold water services and systems | |
| CPCSFS5001A |
Define scope and hazard level of fire systems design projects | |
| CPCSFS5007A |
Create detailed designs for hydrant and hose reel systems | |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| CPCPFS5011A |
Design fire sprinkler systems | |
| CPCPPS5015B |
Inspect plumbing and drainage systems | |
| CPCSUS5001A |
Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability | |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
Ways to study
Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools.
What you need to know about studying on campus
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students studying full time should allow up to 16 hours per week of personal study time to complete the course requirements.
Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, and interact with your teacher using online video or web conferencing tools. Access your learning space 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and be supported by high-quality educators who are devoted to your outcomes.
What you need to know about studying online
Intake
For most online courses study is structured into fixed intakes that have set durations of 12 weeks from the study commencement date. You will be able to access your learning materials from the first day of the study period. You must be enrolled to be able to access your learning materials. To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommend limiting your workload to no more than 2 units of competency per intake. In some circumstances, you may be required/able to complete 3 units per intake.
Other online courses such as nursing have different intakes, durations, and workload structures.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways
Payment options
No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what's right for you, get in touch. We're here to help.
Upfront payment
Applying for a course does not guarantee you a place in that course. Your place is only guaranteed once you enrol into units. Enrolling means that you are committing yourself to study, and to paying the associated fees. The tuition fees and applicable charges are required to be paid at enrolment or by scheduled instalment dates either by yourself, a nominated third party (e.g. your employer), or as identified within a contract for delivery of TAFE Queensland training.
Vet Student Loan - $10,342 cap
This is an interest-free personal loan from the Australian Government that provides eligible students access to capped funding to help pay for their studies.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Entry requirements
Students must have successfully completed CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services (Hydraulic Services Design). Students must either supply a copy of their Year 12 Certificate issued by the state certifying body in the state you completed year 12 or undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment by the first course census date.
Resources required
It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.
Assessment Methods
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
How to apply
If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.
You can apply to study this course through the Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC). You will need to submit your application on the QTAC website. It will be assessed, and if you are successful you will receive an offer directly through QTAC. You will need to accept your offer from QTAC before enrolling with TAFE Queensland.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers
Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways