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CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing

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Key details

Duration

2 year/s

This program is delivered over a period of 2 - 4 years. The length of time to complete this qualification will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.

Intake

Locations

Casuarina
Not available to international students.

Course code

CPC32620

Overview



This course is not available for online applications. Please contact the team on the details below for further information on how to apply.

This qualification reflects the role of a person installing, maintaining and repairing flashings, metal roof and wall claddings and rainwater products such as gutters and downpipes, and other accessories on residential, industrial and commercial buildings.

This qualification includes units of competency common to other qualifications in the plumbing industry as well as roof plumbing specialist units of competency and can provide a pathway to further learning and work in the plumbing industry.

This is a licenced occupation. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements may vary between states and territories. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

Career opportunities

Possible occupations relevant to this qualification include: 

  • Roof Plumber

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Skill recognition

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL is the acknowledgement of a person's skills and knowledge acquired through previous training, work or life experience, which may be used to grant status or credit in a subject regardless of how and where they were attained, including overseas.This can include skills from:

  • Previous study excluding courses at another VET/TAFE institution, but including courses at school or college, through adult education classes or training programs at work;
  • Work experience (including both work that is paid and unpaid); and/or
  • Life experience (for example leisure pursuits or voluntary work).

RPL is a form of assessment. It is used to determine whether a person has acquired, through formal or informal learning, the skills and experience consistent with the stated competency standards that comprise a qualification. RPL is not time referenced, so there are no parameters on how or when the skills are acquired. However, the skills that have been acquired through life experience etc., must be current and must match the elements and performance criteria contained in the individual unit.

Students seeking RPL need to indicate this on their enrolment form at the time of enrolment.

For further information please refer to the Applicant's Guide to the Recognition of Prior Learning or contact Student Central on 1800 061 963 (free call) or email Student.Central@cdu.edu.au.

Credit Transfer

Charles Darwin University as a Registered Training Organisation recognises the Australian Qualifications Framework qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Australian Registered Training Organisation.

Students are encouraged to submit any requests for credit from previous studies at the time of enrolment, to ensure they are not enrolling in units they may not need to undertake.

In order to apply for exemption/credit transfer from units completed at another training organisation, you will need to complete an Application for Exemption Form available from any campus, centre, or team, or a copy of the form can be obtained from the web.

Your completed Application for Exemption form together with attached documentary evidence (certified copy of Qualification/Statement of Attainment) to support your request for exemption/credit transfer should be submitted directly to the University either in person or by mail. Requests without documentary evidence will not be processed and will be returned to students. There are no fees attached to Credit Transfers.

Pathways

VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.

Further training pathways from this qualification include but are not limited to CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing.

Fees

2025 Fees

  Fee Type  2025 Course Fees
  NT Government supported*  $2,023.90
  Full Fee  $9,288.06

*This course is supported by the NT Government for eligible domestic students who are NT residents. A limited number of NT Government supported places are available, so secure your place now.

Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.

For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.

Fee exemptions

Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.

At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:

  • Recipient of a Centrelink payment
  • Recipient of Department of Veterans Affairs benefits
  • Enrolled Secondary Students
  • Permanent residents with refugee or humanitarian status

Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.

If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG’s Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.

Delivery allowance for VET funded programs

International VET Package

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Why study trades at CDU?

Whether you're an apprentice, a trainee, or already working in the industry, our trades courses are for you.

Start your career or upskill in a variety of areas from construction and electrotechnology to plumbing and metal trades. Wherever your interest lies, you'll learn from experts with industry-standard technologies and tools so you can graduate workplace ready.

  • NT's largest training provider
  • Access to specialised trade training facilities
  • Recognition of prior learning so you can qualify faster
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Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.

  • Access to first-class facilities
  • Recognition of prior learning accepted
  • Packages into higher education available for most courses

What will I study?

To achieve CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing a total of twenty three (23) units of competency must be completed comprising twenty (20) Core and three (3) Elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below.The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 547

Course structure

To achieve CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing a total of twenty three (23) units of competency must be completed comprising twenty (20) Core and three (3) Elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below.

The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 547.
 

CodeModule/Unit of CompetencyHours
Core units of competency
CPCCCM2008****Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding40
CPCCCM2012****Work safely in heights8
CPCCCM3001Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres32
CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry20
CPCPCM2040**Read plans, calculate quantities and mark out materials28
CPCPCM2041Work effectively in the plumbing services sector15
CPCPCM2043Carry out WHS requirements50
CPCPCM2047*Carry out levelling6
CPCPCM2048*Cut and join sheet metal8
CPCPCM2055*Work safely on roofs20
CPCPCM3021*Flash penetrations through roofs and walls18
CPCPCM3024*Prepare simple drawings20
CPCPRF2022***Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding30
CPCPRF2023*Collect and store roof water10
CPCPRF3022***Fabricate and install roof drainage systems48
CPCPRF3023***Fabricate and install external flashings16
CPCPRF3024***Install roof components10
CPCPRF3025***Install roof coverings to curved roof structures12
CPCPRF3026***Install roof sheets, wall cladding and complex flashings30
HLTAID011Provide First Aid (Credit Transfer only)18
 Total nominal hours for core units439
Elective units of competency (Complete all three)
CPCPCM2049*Cut using oxy-acetylene equipment8
CPCPRF4011Design and size roof drainage systems60
CPCPCM2046*Use plumbing hand and power tools40
 Total nominal hours for elective units108
 Total nominal hours for the qualification547

 

 

Prerequisite Unit/s
*CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements
** CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements and CPCPCM3024 Prepare simple drawings
*** CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements and CPCPCM2055 Work safely on roofs
**** CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry


 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals. 

To gain entry into CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing, candidates require:

  • To be an Apprentice who has entered a Training Contract with their employer and Australian Apprenticeship Support Network NT. 
  • Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

All of my lecturers were top notch former tradies with a solid grasp of what they were teaching. Whatever my issue was, they were always there for me. It was great.

Yron

CDU student

Yron VET Trades

All of my lecturers were top notch former tradies with a solid grasp of what they were teaching. Whatever my issue was, they were always there for me. It was great.

Yron

CDU student

Yron VET Trades

Course details

Accreditation

This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package.

Employability skills

Employability Skills are embedded in the training and assessment of national training package qualifications. Information on the Employability Skills relevant to your qualification can be obtained by visiting this website and keying in the national code for the qualification: training.gov.au

Location and study mode

Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.



Locations: Casuarina



Study Mode: On campus



Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

Additional information

Sector
TAFE
Industry groups
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
Occupation types
Roof Plumber
Area of study
Plumbing, Building and Construction

Contact details

Electrotechnology and Plumbing
Location: Casuarina & Alice Springs Campuses
Phone: 08 8946 7505 (CAS) 08 8959 5465 (ASP)
Email: vet.electro@cdu.edu.au

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How to apply for domestic students

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