52887WA Certificate II in Plumbing (Plumbing Pre-apprenticeship)
North Metropolitan TAFE is a major centre in WA for training in the building and construction industries.
Complete this course and you'll be what employers are looking for as an apprentice plumber, roof plumber, or gasfitter.
This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills program, through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the tuition fees (plus resource fee) capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession.
^ You will pay half price for the tuition fees on the Lower fees, local skills qualifications, however other fees may apply such as Resource fees that are specific to your course. For full details see our Half price courses page.
CampusesBalga. Clarkson.
When Semester 1, 2024. Semester 2, 2024.
Study Mode On campus.
Does your career pipe dream involve real pipes?
When you complete the Certificate II in Plumbing (Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll be what employers are looking for as an apprentice plumber, roof plumber, or gasfitter.
You will gain the knowledge and skills to work effectively in the construction industry, use hand and power tools, oxy-acetylene and arc weld, read plans, calculate quantities, cut and join sheet metal, work safely at heights, and workplace health and safety.
North Metropolitan TAFE is a major centre in WA for training in the building and construction industries, with purpose-built workshops, up-to-date equipment, and lecturers who maintain close links with industry.
- Work safely in the construction industry
- Work with scaffolding
- Read plans and calculate quantities
- Use power and hand tools
- Weld using oxy-acetylene equipment
- Use laser levelling equipment
I have the following attributes:
- High level of physical fitness and stamina
- Enjoy practical work
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Ability to work accurately, follow plans and instructions
- Comfortable working from heights
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2024
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $511.92 + Resource fee $720.00 )
(Tuition fee* $151.68 + Resource fee $720.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM2043 | Carry out WHS requirements |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM3023 | Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping |
| CPCPCM2055 | Work safely on roofs |
| CPCPCM2052 | Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPCM2048 | Cut and join sheet metal |
| CPCPCM2047 | Carry out levelling |
| CPCPCM2046 | Use plumbing hand and power tools |
| CPCPCM2045 | Handle and store plumbing materials |
| CPCPCM2041 | Work effectively in the plumbing services sector |
| CPCPCM2039 | Carry out interactive workplace communication |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| CPCPCM2054 | Carry out simple concreting and rendering |
| AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
| AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
| CPCPDR2025 | Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site |
| AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $511.92 + Resource fee $720.00 )
(Tuition fee* $151.68 + Resource fee $720.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM2043 | Carry out WHS requirements |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM3023 | Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping |
| CPCPCM2055 | Work safely on roofs |
| CPCPCM2052 | Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPCM2048 | Cut and join sheet metal |
| CPCPCM2047 | Carry out levelling |
| CPCPCM2046 | Use plumbing hand and power tools |
| CPCPCM2045 | Handle and store plumbing materials |
| CPCPCM2041 | Work effectively in the plumbing services sector |
| CPCPCM2039 | Carry out interactive workplace communication |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| CPCPCM2054 | Carry out simple concreting and rendering |
| AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
| AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
| CPCPDR2025 | Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site |
| AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $511.92 + Resource fee $720.00 )
(Tuition fee* $151.68 + Resource fee $720.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM2043 | Carry out WHS requirements |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM3023 | Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping |
| CPCPCM2055 | Work safely on roofs |
| CPCPCM2052 | Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPCM2048 | Cut and join sheet metal |
| CPCPCM2047 | Carry out levelling |
| CPCPCM2046 | Use plumbing hand and power tools |
| CPCPCM2045 | Handle and store plumbing materials |
| CPCPCM2041 | Work effectively in the plumbing services sector |
| CPCPCM2039 | Carry out interactive workplace communication |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| CPCPCM2054 | Carry out simple concreting and rendering |
| AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
| AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
| CPCPDR2025 | Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site |
| AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $511.92 + Resource fee $720.00 )
(Tuition fee* $151.68 + Resource fee $720.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM2043 | Carry out WHS requirements |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM3023 | Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping |
| CPCPCM2055 | Work safely on roofs |
| CPCPCM2052 | Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPCM2048 | Cut and join sheet metal |
| CPCPCM2047 | Carry out levelling |
| CPCPCM2046 | Use plumbing hand and power tools |
| CPCPCM2045 | Handle and store plumbing materials |
| CPCPCM2041 | Work effectively in the plumbing services sector |
| CPCPCM2039 | Carry out interactive workplace communication |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| CPCPCM2054 | Carry out simple concreting and rendering |
| AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
| AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
| CPCPDR2025 | Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site |
| AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
Semester 2, 2024
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $511.92 + Resource fee $720.00 )
(Tuition fee* $151.68 + Resource fee $720.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM2046 | Use plumbing hand and power tools |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM3023 | Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping |
| CPCPCM2055 | Work safely on roofs |
| CPCPCM2054 | Carry out simple concreting and rendering |
| CPCPCM2052 | Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPCM2048 | Cut and join sheet metal |
| CPCPCM2047 | Carry out levelling |
| CPCPCM2045 | Handle and store plumbing materials |
| CPCPCM2043 | Carry out WHS requirements |
| CPCPCM2041 | Work effectively in the plumbing services sector |
| CPCPCM2039 | Carry out interactive workplace communication |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
| AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
| CPCPDR2025 | Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site |
| AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $511.92 + Resource fee $720.00 )
(Tuition fee* $151.68 + Resource fee $720.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM2046 | Use plumbing hand and power tools |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM3023 | Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping |
| CPCPCM2055 | Work safely on roofs |
| CPCPCM2054 | Carry out simple concreting and rendering |
| CPCPCM2052 | Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPCM2048 | Cut and join sheet metal |
| CPCPCM2047 | Carry out levelling |
| CPCPCM2045 | Handle and store plumbing materials |
| CPCPCM2043 | Carry out WHS requirements |
| CPCPCM2041 | Work effectively in the plumbing services sector |
| CPCPCM2039 | Carry out interactive workplace communication |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
| AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
| CPCPDR2025 | Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site |
| AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $511.92 + Resource fee $720.00 )
(Tuition fee* $151.68 + Resource fee $720.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM2046 | Use plumbing hand and power tools |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM3023 | Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping |
| CPCPCM2055 | Work safely on roofs |
| CPCPCM2054 | Carry out simple concreting and rendering |
| CPCPCM2052 | Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPCM2048 | Cut and join sheet metal |
| CPCPCM2047 | Carry out levelling |
| CPCPCM2045 | Handle and store plumbing materials |
| CPCPCM2043 | Carry out WHS requirements |
| CPCPCM2041 | Work effectively in the plumbing services sector |
| CPCPCM2039 | Carry out interactive workplace communication |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
| AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
| CPCPDR2025 | Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site |
| AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $511.92 + Resource fee $720.00 )
(Tuition fee* $151.68 + Resource fee $720.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ASBAWA201 | Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM2046 | Use plumbing hand and power tools |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM3023 | Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping |
| CPCPCM2055 | Work safely on roofs |
| CPCPCM2054 | Carry out simple concreting and rendering |
| CPCPCM2052 | Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPCM2048 | Cut and join sheet metal |
| CPCPCM2047 | Carry out levelling |
| CPCPCM2045 | Handle and store plumbing materials |
| CPCPCM2043 | Carry out WHS requirements |
| CPCPCM2041 | Work effectively in the plumbing services sector |
| CPCPCM2039 | Carry out interactive workplace communication |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AW866 | Module 1 (placement arranged) |
| AW869 | Module 4 (completed) |
| AW868 | Module 3 (mid-point) |
| CPCPDR2025 | Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site |
| AW867 | Module 2 (commenced) |
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