CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing
Our Balga Campus is a major centre in WA for building and construction training
This apprenticeship course will give you the skills and knowledge to undertake a variety of plumbing work for the domestic, commercial and industry markets.
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.
Overview
Campuses Balga
When Semester 1, 2025
Study Mode Apprenticeship
Gain the skills you need to take your career as a plumber or gasfitter further
When you complete the Certificate III in Plumbing you'll be looking at an in demand (and possibly lucrative) career as a plumber, or gasfitter.
You will gain the knowledge and skills to work effectively in the construction industry. Our Balga Campus 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.
The Certificate III in Plumbing is an apprenticeship; please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
- Safely install, alter, and repair pipe work services and appliances to suit domestic, commercial and industrial needs
- Cold and hot water supply, gas supply
- Sewage, waste and rainwater disposal
- Install and repair roofing, gutters and drain pipes
- Make buildings waterproof
- Workplace health and safety
I have the following attributes:
- Enjoy practical, manual work
- Careful, methodical and accurate approach to work
- Comfortable working in a physical environment
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Semester 1, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $1,200.00 + Resource fee $2,500.00 )
(Tuition fee* $400.00 + Resource fee $2,500.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have been applied to the Tuition Fee total displayed under Course Fees. Tuition Fee capping is not reflected in the fees displayed when looking at the cost per unit. 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
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCPCM2039 | Carry out interactive workplace communication |
| CPCPCM2040 | Read plans, calculate quantities and mark out materials |
| CPCPCM2041 | Work effectively in the plumbing services sector |
| CPCPCM2043 | Carry out WHS requirements |
| CPCPCM2045 | Handle and store plumbing materials |
| CPCPCM2046 | Use plumbing hand and power tools |
| CPCPCM2047 | Carry out levelling |
| CPCPCM2048 | Cut and join sheet metal |
| CPCPCM2054 | Carry out simple concreting and rendering |
| CPCPCM2055 | Work safely on roofs |
| CPCPCM3021 | Flash penetrations through roofs and walls |
| CPCPCM3022 | Weld polymer pipes using fusion method |
| CPCPCM3023 | Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping |
| CPCPCM3024 | Prepare simple drawings |
| CPCPCM3025 | Install trench support |
| CPCPDR2021 | Locate and clear blockages |
| CPCPDR2025 | Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site |
| CPCPDR2026 | Install prefabricated inspection openings and inspection chambers |
| CPCPDR3021 | Plan layout and install below ground sanitary drainage systems |
| CPCPDR3023 | Install on-site domestic wastewater treatment plants and disposal systems |
| CPCPFS3031 | Fabricate and install fire hydrant and hose reel systems |
| CPCPGS3048 | Install gas pressure control equipment |
| CPCPGS3049 | Install gas appliance flues |
| CPCPGS3051 | Purge consumer piping |
| CPCPGS3053 | Disconnect and reconnect Type A gas appliances |
| CPCPGS3054 | Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances |
| CPCPGS3056 | Size and install consumer gas piping systems |
| CPCPGS3059 | Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity up to 500 litres |
| CPCPGS3061 | Install and commission Type A gas appliances |
| CPCPRF2023 | Collect and store roof water |
| CPCPRF3022 | Fabricate and install roof drainage systems |
| CPCPRF3023 | Fabricate and install external flashings |
| CPCPRF3024 | Install roof components |
| CPCPSN3011 | Plan the layout of a residential sanitary plumbing system and fabricate and install sanitary stacks |
| CPCPSN3022 | Install discharge pipes |
| CPCPWT3020 | Connect and install storage tanks to a domestic water supply |
| CPCPWT3021 | Set out and install water services |
| CPCPWT3022 | Install and commission water heating systems and adjust controls and devices |
| CPCPWT3025 | Install water pumpsets |
| CPCPWT3026 | Install and fit off sanitary fixtures, water services and adjust water service controls |
| CPCPWT3027 | Install backflow prevention devices |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCPCM2052 | Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPDR3025 | Plan layout and install vacuum drainage systems |
| CPCPGS3046 | Install LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces |
| CPCPGS3047 | Install LPG systems in marine craft |
| CPCPGS3052 | Maintain Type A gas appliances |
| CPCPGS3055 | Install gas sub-meters |
| CPCPIG2021 | Design domestic urban irrigation systems |
| CPCPIG3021 | Set out, install and commission irrigation systems |
| CPCPSN3025 | Install pre-treatment facilities |
| CPCPSN3026 | Install sewerage pumpsets |
| CPCPWT3024 | Install and maintain domestic water treatment equipment |
| CPCPWT3029 | Install water pipe systems |
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