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Contents Student Profiles 03 CPC32413 Certificate III in Plumbing 04 CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services 05 Licensing Courses 06 Apprenticeships and Traineeships 08 All information is correct at the time of printing, however courses may be affected by changes to the relevant training package. #thegordon 5225 0600 1
Student Profile Plumbing Our plumbing courses provide you with a solid foundation of practical skills for plumbing work in domestic and commercial applications such as installing and repairing, heating and cooling systems, water supply, gasfitting, roofing and below ground sewerage drainage. The Gordon is a leader in trade training in regional Victoria. We support hundreds of apprentices each year thanks to our practical workplace-based approach to training. Our pre-apprenticeships program is a proven pathway to securing an apprenticeship and a great way to try out the trade. Upon successful completion of your full apprenticeship, you may become a registered plumber. If you re a qualified plumber looking to apply for specific licences, we also offer the Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services - licensing units. Looking for a short course? Aside from the qualifications outlined in this guide, we also offer a wide range of short courses for trades. Refer to the Industry Skills Training Centre Guide. Aaron knew that working with his hands in the plumbing trade was for him after doing work experience in the small country town of Warracknabeal while at Secondary College. Now in the third year of his Certificate III in Plumbing and apprenticeship with Quick Plumbing in Warracknabeal, Aaron works on a diverse range of residential projects from roofing and hot water services to home renovations and sewer blockages. I really enjoyed the hands-on work and was lucky enough to be offered an apprenticeship after working part-time with my work experience host over the school holidays. I enjoy my job as I m working on different jobs all the time and my surroundings change each day. I chose to study at The Gordon initially because I have family to stay with here and I m glad I did the teachers and facilities are great. Aaron Watts Certificate III in Plumbing 2 Plumbing thegordon.edu.au #thegordon 5225 0600 3
Plumbing CPC32413 Certificate III in Plumbing Plumbing CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services Intakes Apprenticeship PT: 3 yrs Ongoing Employer Apprenticeship PT: 3 yrs Ongoing Employer Intakes PT: Varies Various PT: Varies Various Are you looking to start a plumbing apprenticeship? This is the course for you. This is a trade-level qualification designed for apprentices and provides you with a solid foundation of practical skills for plumbing work. What will I learn? This course focuses on installation practices related to both commercial and domestic buildings including: Sanitary (waste disposal) Drainage (below ground) Mechanical services Gas fitting Roof plumbing Water supply Attendance As an apprentice you will attend nine, one-week, blocks of study each year at our, or in. You can expect approximately 40 hours of class attendance each week. Possible Career Outcomes Licensed plumber Registered plumber Sales representative in trade industry Entrance Requirements/Prerequisites Applicants must be currently employed under a training contract and referred by their employer, through an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider. Applicants will need to undertake a pre-training review to determine their current skills, literacy and numeracy abilities. Further Study Options CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services Are you a plumber looking to apply for one or more specialist plumbing licences, or complete your full Certificate IV qualification? This program is made up of 11 short courses. These short courses are aligned to the licensing stream requirements set by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA - formerly known as the Plumbing Industry Commission) for plumbers who wish to apply for specific plumbing licences. In order to apply for a VBA licence, you must successfully complete three common units in risk management, cost and estimate, and business, and a specialist or stream unit/s in a particular area (including an external VBA exam for each unit). To complete your full Certificate IV qualification you must complete 15 units including the three common units and the stream you are undertaking. This can be discussed with the course coordinator. Common units (see pages 6-7 for details) Risk Management Cost and Estimate Business Stream units (see pages 6-7 for details) After the completion of the common units you may choose to complete some or all of the streams depending on your preference for which licences you wish to hold. All unit/s in a stream will need to be successfully completed to be eligible to hold a licence in that particular stream with the VBA. Drainage TMV short course We also offer the Thermostatic Mixing Valve (TMV) maintenance course, for those who hold a current registration and/or licence in Water supply. Attendance Most of the short courses require classroom attendance one night per week. The roofing course is completed online, with support from our trainers and assessors. Possible Career Outcomes Licensed plumber Entrance Requirements/Prerequisites In order to complete the VBA requirements and sit the licensing exam, applicants must hold either a Certificate III in Plumbing (trade certificate) or a degree in Engineering. If unsure of your suitability, please contact The Gordon. Selection Applicants who meet the entrance criteria will be selected to undertake the program. Gas Mechanical Services Roofing Sanitary Water 4 Plumbing thegordon.edu.au #thegordon 5225 0600 5
Licensing Courses Licensing Courses Common units Streams Streams Course in Plumbing Business, Cost and Estimate (From CPC40912 Certificate IV PT: 15 wks (1 night per week) This course covers two of the common VBA licensing units: Business, and Cost and Estimate. Upon successful completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment which is required by the VBA as part of the qualification requirements to become a licenced plumber. At the completion of all three common units you may choose to complete some or all of the streams depending on which licences you wish to hold. BSBCUS301B Deliver and monitor a service to customers BSBSMB401A Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business CPCPCM4012A Estimate and cost work Course in Plumbing Risk Management (From CPC40912 Certificate IV PT: 10 wks (1 night per week) This course is one of the three common licencing units required by the VBA. It incorporates two accredited units from CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services. At the completion of all three common units you may choose to complete some or all of the streams depending on which licences you wish to hold. BSBOHS403B Identify hazards and assess OHS risks CPCPCM4011A Carry out work-based risk control processes Course in Plumbing Drainage 36 wks (1 night per week) This course covers the drainage stream (below ground), which incorporates four accredited units from CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services. All units in this stream need to be successfully completed to be eligible to hold this particular licence with the VBA. CPCCBC4012B Read and interpret plans and specifications CPCPDR4011B Design and size sanitary drainage systems CPCPDR4012B Desing and size stormwater drainage systems CPCPDR4013B Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems Course in Plumbing Gas 15 wks (1 night per week) This course covers the gas stream, which covers one accredited unit from CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services. This unit needs to be successfully completed to be eligible to hold this particular licence with the VBA. CPCPGS4011C Design and size consumer gas installations Course in Plumbing Mechanical 27 wks (1 night per week) Course in Plumbing Roofing N/A Self-paced Online This course covers the roofing stream (stormwater), which incorporates one accredited unit from CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services. This unit needs to be successfully completed to be eligible to hold this particular licence with the VBA. This course covers accredited unit: CPCPRF4011B Design and size roof drainage systems Course in Plumbing Sanitary 15 wks (1 night per week) This course covers the mechanical stream, which incorporates two accredited units from CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services. All units in this stream need to be successfully completed to be eligible to hold this particular licence with the VBA. CPCPMS4011B Design, size and layout heating and cooling systems CPCPMS4022A Commission air and water systems. This course covers the sanitary stream which covers one accredited unit from CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services. This unit must be successfully completed to be eligible to hold this particular licence with the VBA. This course covers accredited unit: CPCPSN4011B Design and size sanitary plumbing systems Course in Plumbing Water 20 wks (1 night per week) This course covers two accredited units, which can assist you when applying for your water licence with the VBA. These units form part of CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services. All units in this stream need to be successfully completed to be eligible to hold this particular licence with the VBA. CPCCBC4034A Apply codes and standards to building trade and services contracting CPCPWT4011B Design and size heated and cold water services and systems Course in Plumbing - TMV 2 days The Thermostatic Mixing Valve (TMV) course is an extension to the water supply stream. It is particularly relevant if you perform plumbing work in the healthcare sector. This course is available to those who hold a current registration and/or licence in water supply. This course covers the accredited unit: CPCPWT4023A Commission and maintain hot and heated water temperature control devices 6 Plumbing thegordon.edu.au #thegordon 5225 0600 7
Apprenticeships and Traineeships Apprenticeships and traineeships are a great way to combine paid work with structured training. They allow you to gain a nationally-recognised qualification along with great industry skills to set you up for your chosen career. How do I start? To become an apprentice or trainee, you first need to find an employer and sign a Training Contract through an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider. What does The Gordon do? We will work with you and your employer to develop an Individual Training Plan. We also help deliver and assess your training both in the workplace, and on-campus at The Gordon. Need help? Contact an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider or Group Training Organisation who can help with all aspects of your apprenticeship or traineeship. The following providers cover the wider Geelong region. Quality Training Guarantee The Gordon s Vision The Gordon s vision is to be the first choice in our markets and the leader in our field. We are committed to complying with all our regulatory requirements as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in the vocational education and training (VET) sector. The VET Quality Framework As a quality assured RTO The Gordon has a regulatory obligation to comply with the requirements of the VET Quality Framework. The framework includes the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015 Australian Qualifications Framework Fit and Proper Person Requirements Financial Viability Requirements Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Providers Apprenticeships Matter Level 2 / 65 Brougham St, Geelong, 3220 Phone: 1800 005 355 appsmatter.com.au Apprenticeship Support Australia 20 Little Ryrie Street, Phone: 1300 363 831 apprenticeshipsupport.com.au MAS National 2/ 171-181 Moorabool St, Geelong Vic, 3220 Phone: 1300 627 628 masexperience.com.au MEGT Australian Apprenticeships Centre 9 Clare Street, Phone: 1300 365 022 megt.com.au Sarina Russo Apprenticeships Cnr of Gheringhap and McKillop Streets, Phone: 1300 178 776 sras.com.au/apprentices Group Training Organisations Gforce Employment Solutions Cnr Gheringhap and McKillop Streets, Phone: 1800 289 675 gforce.org.au Victorian Group Training Co Ltd 20 Little Ryrie St, Phone: 1300 158 100 vgtc.org.au Data Provisions A complete version of the VET Quality Framework is available at asqa.gov.au The VTG Quality Charter As a quality RTO The Gordon has contractual obligations via its Victorian Training Guarantee (VTG) funding contract and the five key principles of the government s Quality Charter: Principle 1: Essential awareness of training entitlement Principle 2: Informed choice of course and provider Principle 3: Deliberate planning of training program Principle 4: High quality delivery of training and assessment Principle 5: Responsive feedback systems A complete version of the Quality Charter is available at our website thegordon.edu.au The Gordon 2016 ABN: 27 241 053 246 RTO: 3044 CRICOS No: 00011G Printed April 2016. Correct at time of printing. Printed with the support of K.W.Doggett Fine Paper on Impact 100% recycled, carbon neutral stock. The Gordon s training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding for which eligibility criteria apply. 8 Plumbing thegordon.edu.au #thegordon 5225 0600 9
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