Overview
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a qualified plumber and prepare the learner to write the trade test. The plumber installs, maintains, tests and repairs hot and cold water supply systems, drainage, sewerage and rainwater systems. The main benefits of this qualification for the learner are that the learner has an opportunity to be recognized as a qualified artisan with well-structured, relevant and current competencies and able to have access to entrepreneurial opportunities within the construction environment.
Course Structure
| Module | Task Name | Duration Days |
|---|---|---|
| Induction | 2 | |
| BM-CBTO | Orientation | 5 |
| IN-AO2 | Safety and loss control | 4 |
| IN-AO3 | Elementary first aid | 4 |
| IN-A04 | Quantities and Costing | 4 |
| IN-A05 | Tools and Equipment | 4 |
| IN-A06 | Building regulations | 4 |
| BM-A02 | Determine and transfer of levels | 4 |
| BM-A04 | Setting out of a building | 4 |
| BM-A05 | Erect and dismantle scaffolding | 4 |
| PL-A01 | Interpret basic drawings | 4 |
| PL-B01 | Mark out and cut sheet metal | 4 |
| PL-B02 | Mark out, rivet and solder sheet metal | 4 |
| PL-C01 | Fit GMS gutters and rain water pipes | 4 |
| PL-C04 | Fabricate and fit GMS YP flashing | 5 |
| PL-C07 | Fabricate and fit GMS chimney flashing | 4 |
| PL-D03 | Cut, thread and assemble GMS pipe-work | 4 |
| PL-D04 | Cut, bend and assemble copper pipe-work | 4 |
| PL-D05 | Repairs and alterations to existing GMS pipe-work | 4 |
| PL-D06 | Repairs and alterations to existing copper pipe-work | 4 |
| PL-E02 | Install a push-through geyser | 4 |
| PL-E03 | Install a high-pressure geyser | 4 |
| PL-E04 | Install an indirect system of CW supply (storage cistern) | 4 |
| PL-E05 | Install underground CW reticulation | 4 |
| PL-E07 | Repairs to and maintenance of taps, valves and cocks | 4 |
| PL-F01 | Recognition and installation of soil and waste systems | 4 |
| PL-F02 | Install a sink | 4 |
| PL-F03 | Install a wash basin | 4 |
| PL-F04 | Install a bath | 4 |
| PL-F05 | Install a bidet | 4 |
| PL-F06 | Install a shower | 4 |
| PL-F07 | Install a WC (pedestal) | 4 |
| PL-F09 | Install a urinal (wall hung) | 4 |
| PL-G01 | Recognition of below-ground drainage systems | 4 |
| PL-G02 | Set out and determine levels | 4 |
| PL-G04 | Install a below-ground drainage system | 4 |
| PL-G05 | Build a manhole to benching height (brick) | 5 |
| PL-G07 | Removal of blockages from and repairs to waste, soil and drain pipes | 4 |
| Total Off Site Days | 153 | |
| On Job Training Minimum of 12 Months | 280 | |
| Gap Training | 15 | |
| Trade Test | 2 | |
| TOTAL | 450 |
