Certificate III

Certificate III Plumbing

About this course

The Certificate III Plumbing at Acquired Education, recognised through our Skills Recognition Program, certifies your trade skills as a plumber or gasfitter. We value your hands-on experience with water, gas, and drainage systems, assessing your existing expertise rather than adding more learning. This recognition not only validates your skills in this high-demand industry but also bolsters your professional standing, all without additional training.

Course code

CPC32420

Course units

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and elective units. In the Certificate III Plumbing qualification, you will need to obtain 58 Units of competency, including 43 core and 15 elective units. Elective units subject to availability of Partner RTOs. If specific electives are required, please contact us.

CPCPFS3031

Fabricate and install fire hydrant and hose reel systems

CPCPDR3023

Install on-site domestic wastewater treatment plants and disposal systems

CPCPDR3021

Plan layout and install below ground sanitary drainage systems

CPCPDR2026

Install prefabricated inspection openings and inspection chambers

CPCPDR2025

Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site

CPCPDR2021

Locate and clear blockages

CPCPCM3025

Install trench support

CPCPCM3023

Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping

CPCPCM3022

Weld polymer pipes using fusion method

CPCPCM2054

Carry out simple concreting and rendering

Career Pathways

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Career pathways

Plumber, Plumber & Drainer, Plumber & Gasfitter, Gasfitter, Roof Plumber, Mechanical Services Plumber

Licensing

With this qualification you will be eligible to apply for a Contractor Licence. Licencing requirements may vary depending on state. Applicants are encouraged to confirm licencing requirements in their state.

Frequently Asked Questions

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