Topic outline

  • Placeholder imageIntroduction

    This course provides the foundation knowledge and practical skills to assist with the installation of foul water plumbing systems and perform basic plumbing maintenance, under supervision, and further develops work-ready capabilities.

    Learning Outcomes:

    By the end of this course the student will be able to:

    1. Describe bio hazards, in relation to plumbing and drainlaying work
    2. Identify and install basic foul water plumbing systems
    3. Install basic plumbing fixtures
    4. Maintain taps and valves
    5. Apply work-readiness capabilities

    Specifically you will investigate:

    • Appliances and fixtures
    • Pipework and venting
    • Structural building elements
    • Biological hazards and environmental considerations
    • Regulations and PGDB Licence system
    • Specifications