GOTAFE (Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE)
19 weeks (full-time) or 2 years (part-time)
This Certificate II in Plumbing Pre-apprenticeship prepares students for entry into a plumbing apprenticeship across multiple industry sectors. Ideal for those seeking a rewarding career in construction trades with hands-on training in plumbing systems, welding, and workplace safety.
Applicants must demonstrate adequate literacy and numeracy skills through the Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test. A Pre-training Review interview is required to assess course suitability and likelihood of successful completion. Students need a laptop/computer with internet access, digital camera or video camera for assessment tasks, and general stationery. Physical ability to perform demanding work including bending, lifting, and manual handling is essential, as the role involves physically demanding tasks and outdoor work. VDSS students must apply through their school's VET Coordinator or Careers Advisor.
Core units include workplace health and safety (CPCWHS2001, CPCWHS1001), technical communication and documentation (BSBWRT311, CPCCOM2001, CPCCOM1015), emergency life support (HLTAID010), and technical drawing (CUAACD313). Practical plumbing skills cover sheet metal practices (VU23978), cutting and penetrating building materials (VU23979), fabricating pipe systems (VU23980), oxy-acetylene welding and cutting (VU23982), electric welding techniques (VU23985), plumbing hand tools (VU23986), power tools (VU23987), and plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures (VU23988). Students also learn levelling equipment operation (VU23984), career pathway identification (VU23981), and workplace preparation for the plumbing industry (VU23983).
GOTAFE is a government-accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO 3094) with national recognition. The institute offers comprehensive support services including learning support, library resources, disability support, counselling, and the Koorie Unit for culturally safe learning. GOTAFE provides flexible delivery options including blended learning and VET Delivered to School Students (VDSS) programs, with multiple campuses across Northern Victoria ensuring accessibility.
This course acts as an entry point to the plumbing industry, preparing graduates for entry into the Certificate III in Plumbing apprenticeship. Successful completion enables students to pursue careers as apprentice plumbers in various sectors including general plumbing, drainage, gasfitting, mechanical services, and roofing. While this qualification does not meet requirements for registered plumber status, it provides the foundation necessary for progression to full plumbing qualifications and professional registration through further study and apprenticeship completion.
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