This group of tradespersons comprises a number of specialised areas, including plumbers, gasfitters, roof plumbers, drainers, fire protection workers and irrigation installers. Learn how to use plumbing hand and power tools, handle and store plumbing materials and operate elevated work platforms. You will cover such topics such as drainage, gas fitting, roof plumbing, water stream and sanitary. Gasfitters work with gas lines and gas related appliances, including hot water systems and space heating systems.
Certificate II in Drainage
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Set down the ground work for your career
The Certificate II in Drainage is suitable for people working in the plumbing industry that specialise in ‘ground works’. South Metropolitan TAFE trains and assesses the Certificate II in Drainage at Rockingham as part of our general plumbing training program.
The standard term for a contract is 18 months. Achieving this qualification is a good stepping stone towards completing a full plumbing qualification.
Gas Permit
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Are you a gas fitter? Learn how to work with gas safely and correctly.
The Gas Permit course comprises three components, WA Gas Standards, Gas Safety and Basic Combustion and Flueing.
Successful completion of the final assessment will be needed to receive a completion letter that is required by Building and Energy to apply for a Gas Fitting Permit to Work Under Supervision.
Certificate III in Plumbing
Does your career pipe dream involve real pipes? Complete this certificate and become a plumber or gasfitter (tradesperson).
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Does your career pipe dream involve real pipes? 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.
If you are a migrant to Australia looking to qualify as a plumber, we can help with creating a study plan to suit your needs. Express your interest now to start a discussion with our training area.
Study in specialist facilities
Rockingham campus features modern workshops with tools and equipment you will find on any work site. Demonstration areas include spaces where entire formwork and housing can be built, with special wet areas dedicated to solid plastering, ceiling and tiling applications, plumbing pit, gas and electrical stages. Our timber workshop includes multiple lathes and saws for large scale construction.
Certificate II in Plumbing (Plumbing Pre-apprenticeship)
Get the foundation skills to become a plumbing apprentice on completion of this course.
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Do you want to become a plumber? This course is your first step to getting an apprenticeship as a plumber, roof plumber or gasfitter.
Gain an understanding of working effectively and safely in the construction industry and learn from specialised industry professionals. Get a taste of what it’s like to work as a plumber, develop your use of hand and power tools and build the technical skills that employers are looking for in an apprentice.
As a plumber you can work in domestic or commercial settings installing plumbing systems, fixing leaking taps, completing renovations or doing emergency plumbing jobs.
Learning the trade of plumbing will give you an important skillset that is fundamental to the operation of any home or building.
Learn in specialised facilities
Rockingham campus features modern workshops with tools and equipment you will find on any work site. Demonstration areas include spaces where entire formwork and housing can be built, with special wet areas dedicated to solid plastering, ceiling and tiling applications, plumbing pit, gas and electrical stages. Our timber workshop includes multiple lathes and saws for large scale construction.
Plumbing Contracting Licensing (Business Units) skill set
The business units form a mandatory part of the plumbing contractor licence.
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This course includes the units you need for the business theory component of a plumbing contractor's license.
Specialist units are also available to study prior to being ready for applying for a license.
Plumbing Contracting Licensing (Specialist Units) skill set
This course will give you the skills and knowledge to operate as a plumbing contractor.
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This course includes the units you need for the specialist theory and practical component of a plumbing contractor's license.
You will be required to present completed workbooks on the commencement of each theory class for the below concepts.
- drainage
- sanitary
- backflow
- water supply
Business units are also available to study prior to being ready for applying for a license.
Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
Want a career working outdoors with a view? Become a roof plumber today.
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Do you want a trades career working outdoors with a view?
When you complete the Certificate III in Roof Plumbing you will be ready for a career as a roof plumber.
Learn in specialised facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Rockingham Campus offers first rate, fully equipped, purpose-built workshops, where students get hands-on practice working in simulation rooms, using advanced equipment and the latest techniques.