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Overview

This program provides training for a person working in installing and maintaining drainage systems at residential and commercial sites.

Qualification: Certificate II in Drainage CPC20712
Program No: C2-TS02
Campus: CIT Fyshwick 
Duration: Approx 2 semesters, part time (approx 6 hours/week) plus on-the-job.
Cost Info:

Enrolment fees for this course are based on the costs per subject as indicated below. In addition, a Service and Amenities fee of $40 will be payable each semester. Further information is available at Course fees and assistance
Indicative Cost: $730
Likely Job Outcome: Registered Journey Person - Drainer.
Application Type: Public
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Additional Information

You must purchase the Australian Standards AS3500, Part 0 Glossary of Terms and Part 2 Sanitary Plumbing and Drainage. Clothing must meet industry requirement for workshop activities including leatherwork boots, long cotton trousers, clear lens safety glasses.

Entry Requirements / How to Apply

You must: - be able to read and write documents and understand maths concepts to a level required to complete Year 10 (early in your program your skills will be checked - if you cannot read and write documents and complete maths work to the level needed, you will be enrolled in additional subjects to help you build the skills needed to successfully complete the program)
AND
- be employed in the drainage industry and assisting in drainage work.

It is highly recommended that you have CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry before entering a construction worksite.

As you are entering this program as a Trainee under the Australian Apprenticeships arrangements, you must be employed in the industry and you must register with an Australian Apprenticeships Centre (AAC) prior to enrolment.

To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).

  • Literacy Skills Information

    • We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework levels of at least 2 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your program of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this program. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with a lower level program, or enrol in the Certificate I in Skills for Vocational Pathways (FSK10213) to develop your literacy skills. Please visit Foundation Skills or phone (02) 6207 4872 to have a chat to one of our teachers.

  • Transition Information

    • Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.

  • Subject Cancellations/Changes

    • To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.


Subject Information

Core - Complete all

  • CPCPCM2039A  Carry out interactive workplace communication
    • CIT Code: PLMB473
      Cost: $20.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to communicate effectively through oral, visual and written means of communication in order to facilitate work practices that are safe, meet specifications and provide quality outcomes.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCPCM2040A  Read plans and calculate plumbing quantities
    • CIT Code: PLMB474
      Cost: $20.00
      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.

      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCPCM2041A  Work effectively in the plumbing and services sector
    • CIT Code: PLMB475
      Cost: $30.00
      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.

      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPCM2043A  Carry out WHS requirements
    • CIT Code: PLMB476
      Cost: $100.00
      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.

      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCPCM2045A  Handle and store plumbing materials
    • CIT Code: PLMB477
      Cost: $20.00
      Description:

      This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely handle and store plumbing materials and to identify and address environmental concerns and associated hazards, including the disposal of waste. It addresses work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements to minimise risk to the health and safety of personnel and to the environment.

      Prerequisites: PLMB476 CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPCM2046A  Use plumbing hand and power tools
    • CIT Code: PLMB478
      Cost: $80.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to use commonly used hand and power tools in plumbing work applications.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPCM2047A  Carry out levelling
    • CIT Code: PLMB479
      Cost: $20.00
      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.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPCM2054A  Carry out simple concreting and rendering
    • CIT Code: PLMB485
      Cost: $40.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to perform minor repairs and undertake minor concreting and rendering tasks.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPDR2021A  Locate and clear blockages
    • CIT Code: PLMB499
      Cost: $20.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to locate and clear blockages to sanitary plumbing and drainage with the use of mechanically operated drain clearing machines and attachments, closed circuit television (CCTV) and manually operated drain cleaning tools and equipment where required.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPDR2022A  Install domestic treatment plants
    • CIT Code: PLMB500
      Cost: $40.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install approved prefabricated domestic treatment plants.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPDR2024A  Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems
    • CIT Code: PLMB502
      Cost: $30.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems to an approved point of discharge.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPDR2025A  Drain work site
    • CIT Code: PLMB503
      Cost: $10.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to remove water from a work site, either temporarily or permanently, through stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems. It includes the installation of submersible and non-submersible type pumps, suitable for pumping unscreened roof water, sub-soil water and surface water.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPDR2026A  Install prefabricated inspection openings and enclosures
    • CIT Code: PLMB504
      Cost: $10.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install prefabricated inspection openings and enclosures.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPDR3021A  Plan layout of a residential sanitary drainage system
    • CIT Code: PLMB505
      Cost: $20.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan the layout of sanitary drainage systems for residential buildings.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPDR3022A  Install below ground sanitary drainage systems
    • CIT Code: PLMB506
      Cost: $60.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install below ground sanitary drainage systems for sewage and waste discharge from sanitary fixtures to the authorities' approved point of connection.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPDR3023A  Install on-site disposal systems
    • CIT Code: PLMB507
      Cost: $20.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install an on-site effluent disposal system from a domestic treatment plant.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • HLTAID211A  Provide basic emergency life support
    • CIT Code: HESC464
      Cost: $30.00
      Description: This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to life threatening emergencies using basic life support measures only
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • RIICCM210D  Install trench support
    • CIT Code: CNST405
      Cost: $40.00
      Description:

      This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to install trench support in Civil construction.

      This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.

      Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors.

      Prerequisites: Nil

Electives - Complete 4

  • CPCPCM2048A  Cut and join sheet metal
    • CIT Code: PLMB480
      Cost: $20.00
      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.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPDR2023A  Maintain effluent disinfection systems
    • CIT Code: PLMB501
      Cost: $10.00
      Description:

      This unit of competency supports development of skills to maintain a range of effluent treatment systems. Site location for work application may be domestic and may be a new work site or an existing structure being renovated, extended, restored or maintained.

      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPSN3025A  Install pre-treatment facilities
    • CIT Code: PLMB574
      Cost: $20.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install pre-treatment facilities designed to intercept and retain prohibited discharges to the sanitary plumbing and drainage system.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPCM2050A  Mark out materials
    • CIT Code: PLMB482
      Cost: $40.00
      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.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements
  • CPCPCM3022A  Weld polyethylene and polypropylene pipes using fusion method
    • CIT Code: PLMB488
      Cost: $20.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to fusion weld polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) (approved as per Australian standards) polymer pipes, and test joints in polymer pipe up to DN100 for water, sanitary and stormwater application only.
      Prerequisites: PLMBnew CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements

Related Courses

Certificate III Plumbing CPC32413
Certificate III Roof Plumbing CPC32612
Statement Attainment training Hot Water Temperature Control Devices [from CPC08]
Statement Attainment training Duct Installation [extract from CPC32413]
Statement Attainment training Sanitary Pipework (Licensing) [from CPC08]
Statement Attainment training Backflow Prevention [from CPC08]
Statement Attainment training Drainage (Licensing) [from CPC08]
Statement Attainment training Plumbing Prevocational Skills [extract from CPC32413]
Statement Attainment training Plumbing Work Practice [from CPC08]
Statement Attainment training Gasfitting Plumbing (Licensing) [from CPC08]
Statement Attainment training Water Plumbing (Licensing) [from CPC08]

More Information

For more information about this course please contact CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au