CPC32411 - Certificate III in Plumbing

Certificate III in Plumbing

This qualification provides a trade outcome in plumbing.

Occupational titles may include:

Plumber

Plumber and drainer

Plumber and gasfitter

Gasfitter

Roof plumber.

The qualification has core and elective unit of competency requirements that cover common and specialist skills for the plumbing industry in six specialist streams:

Stream 1 Water

Stream 2 Sanitary

Stream 3 Drainage

Stream 4 Mechanical services

Stream 5 Roofing

Stream 6 Gas services.

The plumbing industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context.

Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCOHS1001A covers this requirement.

Subjects

Packaging rules

Units of competency from a minimum of four of the following six plumbing streams are required for award of this qualification.

Stream 1 Water and Stream 2 Sanitary are mandatory.

The following units of competency are required for award of this qualification:

Stream 1 Water (mandatory): 24 core units and 5 elective units from the water stream

and Stream 2 Sanitary (mandatory): 6 core units and 4 elective units from the sanitary stream.

Plus two of the following four streams:

Stream 3 Drainage: 9 core units and 3 elective units from the drainage stream

Stream 4 Mechanical services: 4 core units and 11 elective units from the mechanical services stream

Stream 5 Roofing: 8 core units and 4 elective units from the roofing stream

Stream 6 Gas services: 12 core units and 5 elective units from the gas services stream

NB: Units of competency achieved in one stream count as credit for the same unit in the core or elective requirements for any other stream.

Core units

Water stream

CPCPCM2002A	Carry out interactive workplace communication
CPCPCM2004A	Read plans and calculate plumbing quantities
CPCPCM2011A	Apply first aid in the workplace
CPCPCM2021A	Work effectively in the plumbing and services sector
CPCPCM2023A	Carry out OHS requirements
CPCPCM2025A	Handle and store plumbing materials
CPCPCM2026A	Use plumbing hand and power tools
CPCPCM2027A	Carry out levelling
CPCPCM2030A	Mark out materials
CPCPCM2032A	Weld using oxy-acetylene equipment
CPCPCM2033A	Weld using arc welding equipment
CPCPCM2034A	Carry out simple concreting and rendering
CPCPCM2035A	Work safely on roofs
CPCPCM3011A	Flash penetrations through roofs and walls
CPCPCM3012A	Weld plastic pipe using fusion method
CPCPCM3013A	Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping
CPCPFS3011A	Fabricate and install fire hydrant and hose reel systems
CPCPWT3010A	Connect and install storage tanks to a domestic water supply
CPCPWT3011A	Set out and install water services
CPCPWT3012A	Install and adjust water service controls and devices
CPCPWT3013A	Install and commission water heating systems
CPCPWT3015A	Install water pump sets
CPCPWT3016A	Fit off and commission heated and cold water services
CPCPWT3017A	Connect irrigation systems from drinking water supply

Sanitary stream

CPCPCM2028A	Cut and join sheet metal
CPCPDR2011A	Locate and clear blockages
CPCPSN3011A	Plan layout of a residential sanitary plumbing system
CPCPSN3012A	Install discharge pipes
CPCPSN3013A	Fabricate and install sanitary stacks
CPCPSN3014A	Install and fit off sanitary fixtures

Drainage stream

CPCPDR2011A	Locate and clear blockages
CPCPDR2012A	Install domestic treatment plants
CPCPDR2014A	Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems
CPCPDR2015A	Drain work site
CPCPDR2016A	Install prefabricated inspection openings and enclosures
CPCPDR3011A	Plan layout of a residential sanitary drainage system
CPCPDR3012A	Install below ground sanitary drainage systems
CPCPDR3013A	Install on-site disposal systems
RIICCM210A	Install trench support

Mechanical services stream

CPCPCM2028A	Cut and join sheet metal
CPCPMS2011A	Assemble mechanical services components
CPCPMS3011A	Fabricate and install steel pressure piping
CPCPMS3013A	Install small bore heating systems

Roofing stream

CPCPCM2028A	Cut and join sheet metal
CPCPRF2012A	Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding
CPCPRF2013A	Collect and store roof water
CPCPRF3011A	Receive roofing materials
CPCPRF3012A	Fabricate and install roof drainage components
CPCPRF3013A	Fabricate and install external flashings
CPCPRF3014A	Install roof components
CPCPRF3016A	Install composite roof systems

Gas services stream

CPCPCM2028A	Cut and join sheet metal
CPCPGS3016A	Install LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes, water craft and mobile workplaces
CPCPGS3017A	Install gas detection devices
CPCPGS3018A	Install gas pressure control equipment
CPCPGS3019A	Install Type A gas appliance flues
CPCPGS3021A	Purge consumer piping
CPCPGS3023A	Disconnect and reconnect Type A gas appliances
CPCPGS3024A	Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances
CPCPGS3031A	Install gas piping systems
CPCPGS3032A	Size consumer gas piping systems
CPCPGS3033A	Install and commission Type A gas appliances
CPCPGS3034A	Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres

Elective units

Water stream

CPCCCM2008A	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2010A	Work safely at heights
CPCCCM3001B	Operate elevated work platforms
CPCCPB3015A	Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems
CPCCRI3001A	Operate personnel and materials hoists
CPCCST2005A	Carry out load slinging of off-site materials
CPCPCM2028A	Cut and join sheet metal
CPCPCM2029A	Cut using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment
CPCPFS2012A	Install portable fire equipment
CPCPFS3013A	Fit off sprinkler heads, controls and ancillary equipment
CPCPFS3014A	Install control valve assemblies, actuating devices and local alarms
CPCPFS3017A	Install domestic and residential life safety sprinkler systems
CPCPFS3018A	Test and maintain fire hydrant and hose reel installations
CPCPIG2011A	Design domestic urban irrigation systems
CPCPIG3011A	Set out, install and commission irrigation systems
CPCPIG3012A	Install and commission domestic irrigation pumps
CPCPMS3011A	Fabricate and install steel pressure piping
CPCPMS3012A	Select and fit insulation and sheathing
CPCPMS3013A	Install small bore heating systems
CPCPMS3020A	Install and maintain evaporative air cooling systems
CPCPRF2013A	Collect and store roof water
CPCPWT3014A	Install and maintain domestic water treatment equipment
CPCPWT3018A	Install water service
CPCPWT3019A	Install water pipe systems
RIICCM210A	Install trench support
MEM05049B	Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
MEM05050B	Perform routine gas metal arc welding
RTE3605A	Troubleshoot irrigation systems

Sanitary stream

CPCCCM2008A	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2010A	Work safely at heights
CPCCCM3001B	Operate elevated work platforms
CPCCPB3015A	Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems
CPCCRI3001A	Operate personnel and materials hoists
CPCCST2005A	Carry out load slinging of off-site materials
CPCPCM2029A	Cut using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment
CPCPDR2012A	Install domestic treatment plants
CPCPDR2013A	Maintain effluent disinfection systems
CPCPDR2014A	Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems
CPCPDR2015A	Drain work site
CPCPDR2016A	Install prefabricated inspection openings and enclosures
CPCPDR3012A	Install below ground sanitary drainage systems
CPCPDR3013A	Install on-site disposal systems
CPCPMS3012A	Select and fit insulation and sheathing
CPCPSN3015A	Install pre-treatment facilities
CPCPSN3016A	Install sewerage pump sets
RIICCM210A	Install trench support

Drainage stream

CPCCST2005A	Carry out load slinging of off-site materials
CPCPCM2028A	Cut and join sheet metal
CPCPCM2029A	Cut using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment
CPCPDR2013A	Maintain effluent disinfection systems
CPCPSN3015A	Install pre-treatment facilities
CPCPWT3019A	Install water pipe systems

Mechanical services stream

CPCCCM2008A	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2010A	Work safely at heights
CPCCCM3001B	Operate elevated work platforms
CPCCPB3015A	Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems
CPCCRI3001A	Operate personnel and materials hoists
CPCCST2005A	Carry out load slinging of off-site materials
CPCPCM2029A	Cut using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment
CPCPMS3012A	Select and fit insulation and sheathing
CPCPMS3014A	Install medical gas pipeline systems
CPCPMS3015A	Install and test ducting systems
CPCPMS3016A	Install air handling units
CPCPMS3017A	Install and test split system air conditioning
CPCPMS3018A	Install air conditioning control equipment
CPCPMS3019A	Maintain mechanical services equipment
CPCPMS3020A	Install and maintain evaporative air cooling systems
CPCPMS3021A	Install domestic solid fuel burning appliances
CPCPRF3013A	Fabricate and install external flashings
MEM05049B	Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
MEM05050B	Perform routine gas metal arc welding
MEM10009B	Install refrigeration and air conditioning plant and equipment
MEM10010B	Install pipework and pipework assemblies
MEM18086B	Test, recover, evacuate and charge refrigeration systems
RIICCM210A	Install trench support

Roofing stream

CPCCCM2008A	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2010A	Work safely at heights
CPCCCM3001B	Operate elevated work platforms
CPCCPB3015A	Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems
CPCCRI3001A	Operate personnel and materials hoists
CPCCST2005A	Carry out load slinging of off-site materials
CPCPCM2029A	Cut using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment
CPCPRF2014A	Fabricate roof coverings for curved structures
CPCPRF3015A	Install roof coverings to curved roof structures
MEM05049B	Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
MEM05050B	Perform routine gas metal arc welding
RIICCM210A	Install trench support

Gas services stream

CPCCCM2008A	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2010A	Work safely at heights
CPCCCM3001B	Operate elevated work platforms
CPCCRI3001A	Operate personnel and materials hoists
CPCCST2005A	Carry out load slinging of off-site materials
CPCPCM2029A	Cut using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment
CPCPGS3020A	Install Type B gas appliance flues
CPCPGS3022A	Maintain Type A gas appliances
CPCPGS3025A	Install subsidiary gas meters
CPCPGS3035A	Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres and less than 8KL
CPCPMS2011A	Assemble mechanical services components
CPCPMS3011A	Fabricate and install steel pressure piping
CPCPMS3013A	Install small bore heating systems
CPCPMS3015A	Install and test ducting systems
CPCPMS3016A	Install air handling units
MEM05049B	Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding
MEM05050B	Perform routine gas metal arc welding
RIICCM210A	Install trench support

Pathways...

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

Not Applicable

Licensing Information

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Employability skill	Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication	Communicates with clients, colleagues and others using effective and appropriate communication techniques, including: Clear and direct communication Active listening Verbal and non-verbal language Questioning to identify and confirm requirements Language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences Follows instructions from supervisor and other relevant persons Understands, interprets and applies information as required from: Regulatory, legislative, licensing and organisational requirements Environmental and OHS requirements, including material safety data sheets (MSDS) Codes and standards Plans, drawings and specifications Schedules Load tables Designs Safety signs and symbols Organisational policies and procedures Understands relevant definitions, terminology, symbols, abbreviations and language Uses industry-accepted visual communications, including hand signals Reports and records routine workplace and regulatory information including test data Applies measurements and calculations using appropriate equipment, formulas and records as required Reports and records hazards and risks
Teamwork	Works as part of a team Provides assistance and encouragement to other team members Initiates and encourages improvements in team performance Works with others to plan and sequence tasks Identifies and utilises the strengths of other team members Relates to people from diverse social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities Participates in workplace meetings
Problem solving	Responds effectively to hazards, risks, emergencies and first aid situations Examines tools and equipment prior to use for damage, missing components or other defects Identifies typical faults and problems and takes remedial actions and/or reports to supervisor Performance tests penetration to ensure correct fit and remedies as required Rectifies simple faults with tools and equipment Locates and clears plumbing blockages Tests systems and services Calculates water flow rates, ventilation requirements and gas storage capacity Rectifies incorrect roofing installations Assesses roof work site safety Locates and repairs gas leaks
Initiative and enterprise	Maximises use of resources by recycling, re-using or using appropriate disposal methods Responds to change and workplace challenges Designs domestic irrigation systems Designs and fabricates roof coverings Determines requirements for heating system installations, roof water storage, medical gas pipeline systems, appliance installations, flue installations, and gas piping system purging
Planning and organising	Prepares work area Identifies and obtains necessary documentation Collects, analyses and organises workplace information Selects and uses appropriate materials, tools and equipment Carries out site inspections Determines material quantity requirements and conformity to requirements Coordinates delivery of materials Fabricates, sets out, installs and commissions components, equipment and systems Plans drainage system layouts Prioritises and sequences tasks Applies time management skills to ensure work is completed to time requirements
Self management	Recognises obligations and accepts responsibility for own work and safety Recognises quality requirements and completes work to expected standard Identifies personal career development needs and sets own and team work goals Participates in workplace induction Cleans up work area, including tools and equipment Seeks support to improve work performance
Learning	Identifies own learning needs and seeks skill development as required Is open to learning new ideas and techniques Participates in workplace induction
Technology	Uses electricity and electrical equipment safely Uses and operates a range of tools and equipment correctly and safely Properly starts up, operates and shuts down equipment Identifies technological trends that may affect the plumbing and services sector Carries out pre- and post-operational checks on tools and equipment Performs tools, equipment and systems maintenance as required Installs and adjusts a range of water service and gas controlling and regulating devices, as well as a variety of plumbing related pumps, systems, components and appliances Installs, tests and maintains fire protection installations and component assemblies, domestic sprinkler systems, heating ventilation, and air conditioning and air cooling systems