Plumbing Licence in Mechanical Services Skill Set

Overview

Course start dates are indicative and are subject to change. Students will receive information from their teacher upon enrolment including a confirmed start date and timetable. If applicable, students will also receive information about a course induction and directions on where to go on the first day.

Introduction

The Plumbing Licence in Mechanical Services Skill Set provides individuals with the skills and knowledge in advanced mechanical services, including designing, sizing and documenting the layout of heating and cooling systems for multi-floor structures in both residential and commercial applications.

Careers & study pathways

Where can this course take me?

Participants will gain the required skills and knowledge to perform tasks as:

• Licenced plumbing contractors
• Licenced air refrigeration technicians
• Licenced self-employed plumbers

Further study

After graduating, participants might like to undertake further study in the:

• PLUMLICSS1 Plumbing Licence for Common Units Skill Set
• PLUMLICSS2 Plumbing Licence in Drainage Work Skill Set
• PLUMLICSS3 Plumbing Licence in Gasfitting Work Skill Set
• PLUMLICSS5 Plumbing Licence in Roofing (Stormwater) Work Skill Set
• PLUMLICSS6 Plumbing Licence in Sanitary Work Skill Set
• PLUMLICSS7 Plumbing Licence in Water Supply Work Skill Set

Course details

Attendance & commitment

General public blended delivery | 4 months course length | Part-time study load

Students are expected to:

• Attend on campus 2 days x 8 weeks from 8am - 4pm.
• Spend 1 hour per week completing required coursework outside class time.

Assessment methods

Assessment methods may include:

• Knowledge Questions
• Projects

Study units

Take a look at some of the subjects you’ll be studying when you take this course.

Before you begin

Entry requirements

GOTAFE Entry requirements

Before being accepted to this course, applicants must:

• Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy & numeracy levels for the course are met.
• Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
• Hold a relevant Certificate III in Plumbing or be authorised to undertake plumbing work by an Australian regulator/licensing body.

Candidates to be referred to Plumbing Department to clarify suitability for registration/licensing as per Australian regulator/licensing body and the course/units gazetted.

Information for students

Students may not need to complete all these units if they have:

• Completed the Certificate IV in Plumbing Services before 2025
• A current licence with the VBA
• Hold an Electrical Contractor Licence issued by Energy Safe Victoria (ESV)
• A Certificate IV or Diploma in Building and Construction.

Student resources

Students must have access to:

• A laptop
• A digital camera or video camera for visual and audio assessment tasks.
• General stationery (pens, notepad, scale ruler)
• NCC 2022 Vol 1
• NCC 2022 Vol 2
• NCC 2022 Vol 3

Enrolment

How to Apply

1. Explore – Review the course details to check the fit for your goals. Our team is here from 8:30 – 5pm Monday to Friday on 1300 468 233 if you’d like to talk it through.
2. Prepare – Gather any documents you may need, like photo ID, concession or eligibility evidence, residency or visa details, prior study or credit evidence, or your USI (we can help you find or create this).
3. Apply – Click Apply Now and complete your application – its quick and easy.
4. Skills Check – Some courses include a language and numeracy evaluation so we can tailor the right support before you start.
5. Offer – We’ll review your application, contact you if we require anything else, and send you an offer. To secure your place, accept your offer and make any required pre-commencement payment.
6. Welcome to GOTAFE – We’ll finalise your enrolment and share everything you need to feel ready. You may be asked to attend an online or in person induction session where we’ll outline the support available to you from day one.
   

Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.

You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:

• Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.

Fees and payments

Fees and costs

GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.

Student support

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.

Learning support

A free and confidential service to help you build the foundation skills you need to be successful at TAFE. Improve your english language, maths and/or writing skills; enhance your computer, exam and study skills.

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Library

Our library team are passionate about supporting students to achieve their study goals. They have subject guides, referencing help, and online resources to assist you with you assessments.

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Jobs and study options

Our Skills and Jobs Centres can assist and talk through options for courses, careers, assistance with job applications and more.

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Contingent Study Arrangements

Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.

Whether you need support with time management, your mental health, grief and loss, a diagnosed disability, financial hardship, or any other challenge life throws your way, we are here to help.

Support for personal issues

We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.

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Disability support

Get access to the supports and adjustments you need for your disability or medical condition to be successful in your studies.

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Counselling services

We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.

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Koorie Unit

The Koorie Unit is a culturally safe space on our Shepparton Fryers Street Campus for all Koorie students enrolled and studying through GOTAFE, or with one of our education partnering organisations.

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Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.

Further information is provided at course induction.