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CERTIFICATE II in PLUMBING (PRE - APPRENTICESHIP) VICTORIA UNIVERSITY

Certificate Code:

22569VIC

RTO:

3113 - Victoria University

Structured Workplace Learning (SWL)

Strongly Recommended

A minimum of 10 days’ work placement spread over two years is strongly recommended within this program. Work placement may occur during the term holidays.

Course Description

This introductory course equips you with knowledge and skills for entry into an apprenticeship

(Certificate III in Plumbing) providing a specific range of foundational plumbing techniques.

You will learn

· Working safely as part of a team

· Measuring and calculating

· Using basic industry terminology to communicate effectively

· Reading plans and specifications

· Selecting and using plumbing tools,

· equipment, and materials

· Producing simple technical drawings

· Using basic welding equipment

· Using plumbing pipes, fittings, and fixtures

· to simulate plumbing installations.

Career Pathways

The plumbing services industry provides licensed plumbing and drainage services including installing and repairing water supply, sewer lines, septic tanks, drainage and gas systems. Plumbers mostly work in small businesses. This pre-apprenticeship from Victoria University can help you get your foot in the door. It will give you the industry skills to apply for an apprenticeship and start your career in plumbing. Employers often prefer apprentice applicants that have undertaken a pre-apprenticeship.

Program Requirements

Additional Costs:  Protective clothing and minor equipment may also need to be purchased.

Contribution to VCE

ATAR

Not scored assessment

Contribution to VCE / VCE VM & VPC

These credits must be confirmed with the VET Coordinator at your school.

  • Location

    VCE Units

    Units 1 & 2

    Day & Time

    Wednesday 8:30am - 3:00pm

    Host School - Location

    Victoria University Polytechnic, Werribee Campus, Building 1, 235 Hoppers Lane, Werribee


    Units & Assessments

    MODULE CODE

    MODULE NAME

    HOURS

    SCORED ASSESSMENT

    CPCCWHS1001

    Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

    6

    N

    CPCCWHS2001

    Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

    20

    N

    VU23054

    Use basic plumbing tools

    50

    N

    VU23055

    Use basic tools

    20

    N

    CPCCM1015

    Carry out measurements and calculations

    20

    N

    VU23046

    Apply basic sheet metal practices

    50

    N

    CPCPCM2039A

    Carry out interactive workplace communication

    10

    N

    CUAACD303

    Produce technical drawings

    50

    N

    VU23048

    Fabricate simple plumbing pipe systems

    30

    N


  • Location

    VCE Units

    Units 3 & 4

    Day & Time

    TBC

    Host School - Location

    TBC


    Units & Assessments

    MODULE CODE

    MODULE NAME

    HOURS

    SCORED ASSESSMENT

    VU23051

    Prepare to work in the plumbing industry

    20

    N

    HLTAID010

    Provide basic emergency life support

    12

    N

    VU23053

    Use basic electric welding equipment and techniques

    20

    N

    VU23056

    Use plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures to simulate plumbing installation

    30

    N

    VU23052

    Use and apply basic levelling equipment for plumbing

    8

    N

    BSBWRT311

    Write simple documents

    30

    N

    CPCCM2001

    Read and interpret plans and specifications

    36

    N

    VU23049

    Identify career pathways in the plumbing industry

    30

    N

    VU23050

    Perform basic oxy-acetylene welding and cutting

    20

    N

    VU23047

    Cut and penetrate building materials and structures

    30

    N


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