Kick start your career in plumbing. This entry-level course will set you up with the foundation skills you need to gain a plumbing apprenticeship.
52700WA Certificate II in Plumbing
Subsidised | $725 - $820 |
Concession | $24 - $230 |
TAFE at School Subsidised | $0 |
Full fee | $5,225 - $6,050 |
JobTrainer | $0 |
Build the basic skills and knowledge you need to start your plumbing career. This entry-level course will put you on the path to gaining an apprenticeship in plumbing.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, plumbing is a skill in demand with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies. The industry grew strongly over the past five years and is expected to continue to expand with around 29,000 job openings anticipated over the next five years.
In this course you will be given the practical skills and knowledge to use hand and power tools, carry out welding, read and interpret plans, and calculate quantities and other measurements. You will learn about working safely and effectively in the workplace and how to adhere to the industry's regulations and standards. This qualification includes a compulsory, supervised work placement where you will be able to apply your skills and knowledge and gain valuable industry contacts.
Successful completion of this course will give you the confidence to seek an apprenticeship in general plumbing or roof plumbing. You may also seek employment as a trade assistant.
This course is eligible for JobTrainer funding, meaning it could be free for eligible school-leavers, young people and job seekers looking to develop new skills. Training is proudly delivered by TAFE Queensland and jointly funded by the Australian Government and Queensland Government. Learn more >
This course includes 80 hours of vocational placement where you will be able to apply your skills and knowledge in a real work setting. Being supervised by your TAFE Queensland teachers and an employer, your skills will be developed to industry standard. Industry contacts gained through your placement may even lead you to an apprenticeship.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all units listed below. You will also be required to undertake 80 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.
UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
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CPCCCM1015ACarry out measurements and calculationsUnit code: CPCCCM1015A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out measurements and perform simple calculations to determine task and material requirements for a job in a construction work environment. |
Carry out measurements and calculations | |
CPCCCM2008BErect and dismantle restricted height scaffoldingUnit code: CPCCCM2008B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding to provide work platforms for various occupational applications. It includes placement of safety barriers and only involves modular scaffolding restricted to a height of 4 metres. |
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | |
CPCCCM2010BWork safely at heightsUnit code: CPCCCM2010B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to work safely on construction sites where the work activity involves working above 1.5 metres from ground level and where fall protection measures are required. |
Work safely at heights | |
CPCCOHS2001AApply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industryUnit code: CPCCOHS2001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out OHS requirements through safe work practices at any on or off-site construction workplace. It requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks and work requirements, and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others. |
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | |
CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industryUnit code: CPCCWHS1001 Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the mandatory work health and safety training required prior to undertaking construction work. The unit requires the person to demonstrate personal awareness and knowledge of health and safety legislative requirements in order to work safely and prevent injury or harm to self and others. It covers identifying and orally reporting common construction hazards, understanding basic risk control measures, and identifying procedures for responding to potential incidents and emergencies. It also covers correctly selecting and fitting common personal protective equipment (PPE) used for construction work. |
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | |
CPCPCM2040ARead plans and calculate plumbing quantitiesUnit code: CPCPCM2040A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to use and interpret plans and specifications associated with construction work, and accurately complete measurements and calculations to establish quantities of materials for the plumbing and services industry. The unit requires the interpretation of plans, drawings and specifications to interpret requirements, and making measurements and calculations to determine quantities of plumbing materials. |
Read plans and calculate plumbing quantities | |
CPCPCM2041AWork effectively in the plumbing and services sectorUnit code: CPCPCM2041A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare for and sustain effective work within the plumbing and services sector of the building and construction industry. It requires the ability to accept instructions, work with others, plan activities and perform tasks, as well as participate in workplace planning and meetings. Outcomes include effective participation in a plumbing and services workplace to promote a harmonious and efficient work environment. The unit covers the identification and clarification of the sector work context and setting, acceptance of workplace responsibility by the individual, working in a team, individual career path improvement and participation in meetings. |
Work effectively in the plumbing and services sector | |
CPCPCM2043ACarry out WHS requirementsUnit code: CPCPCM2043A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out work health and safety (WHS) requirements through safe work practices in a plumbing and services work environment. The unit requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks, work requirements and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others. It includes the initial response to workplace emergencies; the safe use of electricity; the identification of hazardous materials, including asbestos; and compliance with legislated work safety practices. |
Carry out WHS requirements | |
CPCPCM2046AUse plumbing hand and power toolsUnit code: CPCPCM2046A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to use commonly used hand and power tools in plumbing work applications. |
Use plumbing hand and power tools | |
CPCPCM2047ACarry out levellingUnit code: CPCPCM2047A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan and use levelling equipment to establish, record and apply those levels to the plumbing and services industry. |
Carry out levelling | |
CPCPCM2048ACut and join sheet metalUnit code: CPCPCM2048A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to cut and join sheet metal associated with the fabrication, installation and repair functions of the plumbing sector. |
Cut and join sheet metal | |
CPCPCM2050AMark out materialsUnit code: CPCPCM2050A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to mark out plumbing materials prior to fabricating piping, steel sections, ducting and sheet materials, roofing and cladding. |
Mark out materials | |
CPCPCM2052AWeld using oxy-acetylene equipmentUnit code: CPCPCM2052A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to weld/braze metals associated with the fabrication, installation and repair of plumbing components and systems, using oxy-acetylene equipment. |
Weld using oxy-acetylene equipment | |
CPCPCM2053AWeld using manual metal arc welding equipmentUnit code: CPCPCM2053A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to weld metals associated with the fabrication and installation of plumbing components, using manual metal arc welding equipment. |
Weld using manual metal arc welding equipment | |
CPCPCM2055AWork safely on roofsUnit code: CPCPCM2055A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to perform safe work practices when undertaking plumbing work on roofing structures. |
Work safely on roofs | |
HLTAID002Provide basic emergency life supportUnit code: HLTAID002 Unit description: This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to life-threatening emergencies in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines. |
Provide basic emergency life support |
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Alexandra Hills | Anytime | 10 weeks | Full time 3 days online. Further attendance to be advised on completion of online unit/s. | Mixed mode | Full fee: $5,675 Subsidised: $770 Concession: $230 JobTrainer: $0 |
Acacia Ridge | Anytime | 11 weeks | Full time 3 days online. Further attendance to be advised on completion of online unit/s | Mixed mode | Full fee: $5,675 Subsidised: $770 Concession: $230 JobTrainer: $0 |
Eagle Farm | Anytime | up to 12 weeks | Full time 3 days online. Further attendance to be advised on completion of online unit/s | Mixed mode | Full fee: $5,675 Subsidised: $770 Concession: $230 JobTrainer: $0 |
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Bundaberg | 21 April 2021 | Part time 13 weeks | Part time 3 days per week | Classroom Online | Full fee: $6,050 Subsidised: $820 Concession: $24 JobTrainer: $0 |
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Ashmore | 10 May 2021 | 3 months | Part time 2 days per week Monday, Tuesday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $5,510 Subsidised: $725 Concession: $185 JobTrainer: $0 |
Ashmore | 16 August 2021 | 3 months | Part time 2 days per week Monday, Tuesday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $5,510 Subsidised: $725 Concession: $185 JobTrainer: $0 |
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.
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Mount Isa | 5 weeks | Part time | Block training | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
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Bowen | 02 February 2021 | 4 terms | Part time 1 day per week Tuesday |
Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
Cairns | 04 February 2021 | 4 terms | Part time 1 day per week Thursday |
Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
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Alexandra Hills | 01 February 2021 | 4 terms | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
Bracken Ridge | 01 February 2021 | 4 terms | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
Acacia Ridge | 01 February 2021 | 4 terms | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
Eagle Farm | 01 February 2021 | 4 terms | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
Ipswich | 03 February 2021 | 1 year | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom |
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Bundaberg | 02 February 2021 | 4 Terms | 1 day per week Tuesday |
Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
Gympie | 03 February 2021 | Upto 33 weeks | Part time 1 day per week Wednesday |
Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
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Nambour | 04 February 2021 | Upto 33 weeks | Part time 1 day per week Thursday |
Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
Sunshine Coast Technical and Trade Training Centre | 04 February 2021 | up to 33 weeks | Part time 1 day per week Thursday |
Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
Sunshine Coast Technical and Trade Training Centre | 05 February 2021 | Upto 33 weeks | Part time 1 day per week Friday |
Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
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Ashmore | 03 February 2021 | 4 terms | Part time 1 day per week Wednesday |
Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
Ashmore | 05 February 2021 | 4 terms | Part time 1 day per week Friday |
Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
Ashmore | 12 July 2021 | 4 terms | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom | TAFE at School Subsidised: $0 |
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Toowoomba | 03 February 2021 | 1 year | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom | |
WesTEC Trade Training Centre | 03 February 2021 | 1 year | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom |
You must be a Year 10, 11 or 12 student enrolled at a participating high school. In addition, the duration of your TAFE at School course cannot be longer than your remaining high school studies. Speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor for more information.
Course placements are subject to availability.
52700WA Certificate II in Plumbing
QCE points: 4
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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.
It is recommended that students have completed Year 10 or equivalent.
You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes. This includes the use of safety glasses, protective footwear with covered uppers, steel capped toes and non-slip soles to AS2210, long leather gloves to AS2161, and hair protection. You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing including overalls and long sleeved, heavy duty shirts and pants (for welding). If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.
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.
You are also required to have access to and bring personal stationery, a USB (minimum of 4GB), a calculator, and tools/equipment including a 5m tape measure.
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.
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