Are you seeking employment in the environmental plumbing area?
Statement of Participation
This course provides the skill sets for workers seeking employment in the environmental plumbing and operative, or general domestic wastewater treatment systems. It provides you with skills and knowledge to service domestic wastewater treatment plants.
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. Learn more
Campus | START DATES
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Duration | WORKLOAD
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STUDY MODE
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COST
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Cairns | Anytime | 12 weeks | Part time 2 nights per week Tuesday, Thursday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $800 |
Townsville (Trade Training Centre Bohle) | Anytime | 12 weeks | Part time 2 nights per week Tuesday, Thursday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $800 |
Campus | START DATES
![]() When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
![]() How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
![]() Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
![]() The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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Acacia Ridge | 01 March 2021 | 1 week | Full time 5 days | Classroom | Full fee: $800 |
Acacia Ridge | 12 April 2021 | 1 week | Full time 5 days | Classroom | Full fee: $800 |
Acacia Ridge | 16 August 2021 | 1 week | Full time 5 days | Classroom | Full fee: $800 |
Acacia Ridge | 25 October 2021 | 1 week | Full time 5 days | Classroom | Full fee: $800 |
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
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.
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This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Students entering this course must have completed their CPCCOHS1001A Work Safely in Construction Industry (White Card) - which is a legislative requirement for entry onto any Queensland construction work sites.
Students wanting to enrol must satisfy one of the following requirements:
Personal protective equipment:
Students failing to meet these minimum standards of dress will not be permitted entry in to practical classes.
Current Version Textbooks Required:
The following textbooks can be accessed online:
1. For Licenced Drainers - upon successful completion of:
2. For non Licenced Drainers - upon successful completion of
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.
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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.
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