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Senior Secondary

Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) - Partial - VDSS

Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) Partial - VDSS

Code: 22701VIC

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Overview

Launch your career in a priority construction trade with our Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) 22701VIC (Partial). You’ll develop in-demand skills in a practical learning environment. This course introduces every facet of the industry, from welding to power tools.

Career Pathways

Where will the Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) 22701VIC (Partial - VDSS) take me?

Completing this course is the first step towards a plumbing apprenticeship and a career as a plumber.

Study Pathways

Successful completion of this program provides opportunity to continue onto an apprenticeship and, following further study, attain your Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32420.

Course Details

Campus

Epping

Delivery methods

This course is delivered in-person at our Epping campus

Class Schedule

First year: Wednesday 8 am to 12 pm.
Second year: Wednesday 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm.

While we do our best to place students in preferred classes, final allocations may vary depending on class capacity and demand.

ATAR Contribution

If you receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence, you will be eligible for an increment towards your ATAR (10% of the average four scaled studies). This course does not offer scored assessment.

Credit in VCE or VCE VM

This course provides recognition of two or more units at Units 1 and 2 level and Units 3 and 4 sequence.

Units of Study

The hours displayed are nominal, actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact us for the latest student contact hours information.

Code	Subject	Type	Hours
BSBWRT311	Write simple documents	Core	30
CPCCOM1015	Carry out measurements and calculations	Core	20
CPCCOM2001	Read and interpret plans and specifications	Core	36
CPCCWHS2001	Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry	Core	20
CPCPCM2039	Carry out interactive workplace communication	Core	10
CPCWHS1001	Prepare to work safely in the construction industry	Core	6
CUAACD313	Produce technical drawings	Core	50
HLTAID010	Provide basic emergency life support	Core	12
VU23978	Apply basic sheet metal practices	Core	50
VU23979	Cut and penetrate building materials and structures	Core	30
VU23980	Fabricate simple plumbing pipe systems	Core	30
VU23981	Identify career pathways in the plumbing industry	Core	30
VU23982	Perform basic oxy-acetylene welding and cutting	Core	20
VU23983	Prepare to work in the plumbing industry	Core	20
VU23984	Use and apply basic levelling equipment for plumbing	Core	8
VU23985	Use basic electric welding equipment and technique	Core	20
VU23986	Use basic plumbing hand tools	Core	50
VU23987	Use basic power tools	Core	20
VU23988	Use plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures for basic plumbing installations	Core	30

Fees & Costs

Uniform and equipment requirements

You'll need:

Overalls, work pants or work shorts
sleeved shirt or t-shirt (strictly no singlets)
leather enclosed footwear (steel-capped boots optional)
clear safety glasses and hearing protection.

Fees

2027 fee schedules will be provided to schools separately. Please contact us for more information: 03 9269 1292.

Requirements

You must be at least 15 years old and in Year 10 or Year 11 in secondary school.

If you receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence, you will be eligible for an increment towards your ATAR (10% of the average four scaled studies). This course does not offer scored assessment.

Next Steps

Students:

Talk to your school's VET Coordinator about enrolling into VDSS at Melbourne Polytechnic. You may be invited to attend an information session.

Schools:

Apply through our dedicated VDSS Portal.

Recognising Organisations

Nationally Recognised Training This course is government accredited and has national recognition.