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Mapping	Notes	Date
Supersedes CPC40908 - Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services		20/May/2011
Supersedes CPC40909 - Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services		20/May/2011
Is superseded by CPC40912 - Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services	Revised qualification deemed not equivalent to CPC40911A number of core units updated and deemed not equivalent to previous versionAll units reviewed and updated and those deemed equivalent allocated a new unit code version identifier	06/Feb/2013

Release	Release date
1 1 (this release)	19/May/2011

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CPC08 - Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package	Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package	6.0-6.1,7.0

CodeSort Table listing Units of Competency by the Code column	TitleSort Table listing Units of Competency by the Title column	Usage RecommendationSort Table listing Units of Competency by the Usage Recommendation column	EssentialSort Table listing Units of Competency by the Essential column Modify filter options of the 'Essential' column in Table listing Units of Competency
CPCPSN4011A - Design and size sanitary plumbing systems	Design and size sanitary plumbing systems	Superseded	N/A
BSBSMB404A - Undertake small business planning	Undertake small business planning	Superseded	N/A
CPCPFS4011A - Commission domestic and residential fire suppression sprinkler systems	Commission domestic and residential fire suppression sprinkler systems	Superseded	N/A
BSBSMB406A - Manage small business finances	Manage small business finances	Superseded	N/A
CPCPCM4003A - Produce 2-D architectural drawings using CAD software	Produce 2-D architectural drawings using CAD software	Superseded	N/A
CPCPFS4013A - Commission fire system pump sets	Commission fire system pump sets	Superseded	N/A
CPCPRF4011A - Design and size roof drainage systems	Design and size roof drainage systems	Superseded	N/A
BSBPMG510A - Manage projects	Manage projects	Superseded	N/A
BSBSMB407A - Manage a small team	Manage a small team	Superseded	N/A
BSBSMB402A - Plan small business finances	Plan small business finances	Superseded	N/A
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Scheme	Code	Classification value
ANZSCO Identifier	334100	Plumbers
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier	4431-01	Supervisor, Plumbers
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier	0403	Building
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier	511	Certificate IV
Taxonomy - Industry Sector	N/A	Fire Protection,Building Trades
Taxonomy - Occupation	N/A	Fire Services Supervisor,Air Conditioning Technician,Specialist Hydraulic Designer (Plumber),Plumbing Contractor

Scheme	Code	Classification value	Start date
ANZSCO Identifier	334100	Plumbers	09/Feb/2012
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier	4431-01	Supervisor, Plumbers	09/Feb/2012
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier	0403	Building	09/Feb/2012
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier	511	Certificate IV	19/May/2011

Modification History

Not Applicable

Description

This qualification provides an outcome for:

experienced fire operators with responsibility for project design and supervision (Fire services stream)
experienced plumbing service operators with responsibility for project design and supervision (Air conditioning and mechanical services stream)
plumbers who manage a plumbing business (Plumbing and services - Management stream)
specialist plumbing services tradespersons and operators seeking to deepen their technical skills (Plumbing and services - Operations stream)
specialist hydraulic consultants (Hydraulic services design stream).

Occupational titles may include:

Plumbing contractor
Fire services supervisor
Air conditioning technician
Specialist hydraulic designer.

The qualification has core and elective unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the plumbing industry, as well as the four specialist streams and a range of elective options.

The plumbing industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context.

Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCOHS1001A covers this requirement.

Pathways Information

Not Applicable

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

Not Applicable

Employability Skills Summary

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Employability skill	Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include :
Communication	Interprets a range of complex documents, including relevant regulatory, legislative, licensing and registration requirements; codes and standards; drawings and specifications; industry definitions and terminology; contracts; plans and diagrams; job specifications; manufacturers' specifications and technical manuals; design specifications; and industrial relations policies Understands industry terminology Communicates effectively with a range of relevant parties through a range of media Prepares a range of documents, including, reports, file notes, drawings and sketches, building applications and submissions; compressed air system specifications; testing and commissioning schedules; and operation and maintenance manuals Uses active listening skills to seek clarification where needed Facilitates site meetings Negotiates conflict and dispute resolution
Teamwork	Seeks expert advice where appropriate Supervises others' work and monitors work processes Plans and sequences work in conjunctions with others Participates in professional networks and associations
Problem solving	Performs various calculations and measurements relating to comparisons of alternative water management systems; waste management minimisation strategies; and materials and designs for compressed air systems Identifies and rectifies faults Deals with contract variations Coordinates a range of team members and activities Reviews design solutions for effectiveness and compliance Deals with customer complaints and disputes
Initiative and enterprise	Identifies building sites from location drawings Identifies typical faults and problems and takes necessary remedial action Uses creative design and drafting skills Identifies opportunities for improved water management Evaluates effective strategies for insulating structures Develops waste management strategies Designs compressed air systems Develops waste management strategies and dispute resolution procedures
Planning and organising	Gathers required tools and equipment Ensures a coordinated development of drawings Supervises various administrative and work processes, including claims and payments, insurance coverage, payroll systems and tax systems Arranges resources and prepares for the building or construction project Plans and arranges building applications and approvals Ensures current building codes and standards are applied Plans and sets out work Plans waste management strategies Scopes extent of work required and plans and details relevant systems and layouts
Self management	Manages own performance to ensure required levels of service standards, work quality and professional competence, and compliance with relevant codes and standards Manages work priorities and professional development Maintains required standard of personal fitness, hygiene and grooming Uses feedback to improve own performance
Learning	Uses appropriate mechanisms to inform others of applicable standards and codes Applies training agreement provisions
Technology	Uses information technology skills to operate office equipment and computers Uses digital cameras Uses cad software to produce and manage architectural drawing and template files Uses relevant hydraulic design systems software Commissions fire alarm and detection systems and gas appliances Checks relevant tools and equipment for serviceability Understands basic electrical theory and the types, characteristics, uses and limitations of electrical/electronic componentry and control systems Designs compressed air systems using computer software

Packaging Rules

Packaging rules

Fire services stream

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:

15 units of competency:
8 core units
7 elective units.

The units must be completed as follows:

all four common core units
all four core units shared between air conditioning and mechanical services stream and fire services
seven elective units, ensuring that any licensing requirements are addressed.

Of these seven electives:

at least four units must be selected from the pool of elective units in the fire services stream
up to two units may be selected from a Certificate IV qualification in another endorsed Training Package or from the core or elective units of another stream within the Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services, ensuring both the integrity of the AQF alignment and the industry context of the qualification is maintained
one unit may be selected from Certificate III or Diploma Plumbing and Services qualifications
no more than three units may be selected from the common pool of elective units.

Air conditioning and mechanical services stream

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:

15 units of competency:
8 core units
7 elective units.

The units must be completed as follows:

all four common core units
all four core units shared between air conditioning and mechanical services stream and fire services
seven elective units, ensuring that any licensing requirements are addressed.

Of these seven electives:

at least four units must be selected from the pool of elective units in the air conditioning and mechanical services stream
up to two of the seven units may be selected from a Certificate IV qualification in another endorsed Training Package or from the core or elective units of another stream within the Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services, ensuring both the integrity of the AQF alignment and the industry context of the qualification is maintained
one of the seven units may be drawn from Certificate III or Diploma Plumbing and Services qualifications
no more than three units may be selected from the common pool of elective units.

Plumbing and services - Management stream

Industry considers it appropriate for people seeking to complete Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services - management stream to hold a relevant Certificate III qualification in the industry.

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:

15 units of competency:
10 core units
5 elective units.

The units must be completed as follows:

all four common core units
all six core units (Plumbing and services - Management stream)
five elective units, ensuring that any licensing requirements are addressed.

Of these five electives:

up to five units may be selected from the pool of elective units in the Plumbing and services - Management stream
two of the five units may be selected from a Certificate IV qualification in another endorsed Training Package or from the core or elective units of another stream within the Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services, ensuring both the integrity of the AQF alignment and the industry context of the qualification is maintained
one of the five units may be drawn from Certificate III or Diploma Plumbing and Services qualifications
no more than three units may be selected from the pool of elective units common to all streams.

Plumbing and services - Operations stream

This stream has an entry requirement of the completion of a relevant trade qualification or equivalent.

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:

15 units of competency:
12 core units
3 elective units.

The units must be completed as follows:

all four common core units
all eight core units (Plumbing and services - Operations stream)
three elective units, ensuring that any licensing requirements are addressed.

Of these three electives:

up to three units may be selected from the pool of elective units in the Plumbing and services - Operations stream
two of the three units may be selected from a Certificate IV qualification in another endorsed Training Package or from the core or elective units of another stream within the Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services, ensuring both the integrity of the AQF alignment and the industry context of the qualification is maintained
one of the three units may be drawn from Certificate III or Diploma Plumbing and Services qualifications
no more than three units may be selected from the pool of elective units common to all streams.

Hydraulic services design stream

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:

15 units of competency:
10 core units
5 elective units.

The units must be completed as follows:

all four common core units
all six core units in the Hydraulic services design stream
five elective units.

Of these five electives:

at least two units must be selected from the pool of elective units in the hydraulic services design stream
one of the five units may be selected from a Certificate IV qualification in another endorsed Training Package, ensuring both the integrity of the AQF alignment and the industry context of the qualification is maintained
one of the five units may be drawn from the Diploma of Hydraulic Services Design qualification
no more than three units may be selected from the common pool of elective units.

Core units

Common

CPCCBC4012A	Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCPCM4001A	Carry out work based risk control processes
CPCPCM4002A	Estimate and cost work
BSBOHS403B	Identify hazards and assess OHS risks

Fire services , air conditioning and mechanical services streams

CPCPCM4004A	Prepare simple sketches and drawings
CPCCBC4015A	Prepare specifications for all construction works
CPCPCM4003A	Produce 2-D architectural drawings using CAD software
BSBCUS301A	Deliver and monitor a service to customers

Plumbing and services - Management stream

CPCCBC4034A	Apply codes and standards to building trade and services contracting
BSBCUS301A	Deliver and monitor a service to customers
BSBSMB401A	Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
BSBSMB402A	Plan small business finances
BSBSMB404A	Undertake small business planning
BSBSMB405A	Monitor and manage small business operations

Plumbing and services - Operations stream

CPCPDR4011A	Design and size sanitary drainage systems
CPCPDR4012A	Design and size stormwater drainage systems
CPCPDR4013A	Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems
CPCPGS4011A	Design and size consumer gas installations
CPCPRF4011A	Design and size roof drainage systems
CPCPSN4011A	Design and size sanitary plumbing systems
CPCPWT4011A	Design and size heated and cold water services and systems
BSBSMB401A	Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business

Plumbing and services - Hydraulic services design stream

CPCCBC4034A	Apply codes and standards to building trade and services contracting
CPCPDR4011A	Design and size sanitary drainage systems
CPCPDR4012A	Design and size stormwater drainage systems
CPCPDR4013A	Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems
CPCPSN4011A	Design and size sanitary plumbing systems
CPCPWT4011A	Design and size heated and cold water services and systems

Elective units

All streams

CPCCBC4002A	Manage occupational health and safety in the building and construction workplace
CPCCBC4024A	Resolve business disputes
CPCCBC4025A	Manage personal work priorities and professional development
BSBINN301A	Promote innovation in a team environment
BSBITU201A	Produce simple word processed documents
BSBITU202A	Create and use spreadsheets
BSBITU301A	Create and use databases
BSBLED401A	Develop teams and individuals
BSBMGT403A	Implement continuous improvement
BSBPMG404A	Apply quality management techniques
BSBWRT401A	Write complex documents
CPCSUS4001A	Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
HLTHIR403B	Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

Fire services stream

CPCCBC4008B	Conduct on-site supervision of building and construction projects
CPCCBC4017A	Arrange resources and prepare for the building or construction project
CPCCBC4026A	Arrange building applications and approvals
CPCCBC4034A	Apply codes and standards to building trade and services contracting
CPCPFS4005A	Commission fire alarm and detection systems
CPCPFS4006A	Commission firefighting appliances
CPCPFS4011A	Commission domestic and residential fire suppression sprinkler systems
CPCPFS4012A	Commission and maintain special hazard fire suppression systems
CPCPFS4013A	Commission fire system pump sets
CPCPFS4014A	Design residential and domestic fire sprinkler systems
BSBWOR402A	Promote team effectiveness
BSBPMG407A	Apply risk management techniques
BSBPMG510A	Manage projects
BSBSMB401A	Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
BSBSMB402A	Plan small business finances
BSBSMB404A	Undertake small business planning
BSBSMB405A	Monitor and manage small business operations
BSBSMB406A	Manage small business finances
BSBWOR401A	Establish effective workplace relationships
TAEDEL402A	Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace

Air conditioning and mechanical services stream

CPCCBC4008B	Conduct on-site supervision of building and construction projects
CPCCBC4017A	Arrange resources and prepare for the building or construction project
CPCCBC4019A	Apply sustainable building design principles to water management systems
CPCCBC4020A	Build thermally efficient and sustainable structures
CPCCBC4021A	Minimise waste on the building and construction site
CPCCBC4026A	Arrange building applications and approvals
CPCCBC4034A	Apply codes and standards to building trade and services contracting
CPCPGS4003A	Install commission and service Type B gas appliances
CPCPGS4011A	Design and size consumer gas installations
CPCPGS4012A	Service Type A gas appliances
CPCPMS4002A	Commission air and water systems
CPCPMS4003A	Design compressed air systems
CPCPMS4011A	Design, size and layout heating and cooling systems
CPCPWT4011A	Design and size heated and cold water services and systems
CPCPWT4012A	Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices
CPCPWT4013A	Commission and maintain heated water temperature control devices
BSBPMG407A	Apply risk management techniques
BSBPMG510A	Manage projects
BSBSMB407A	Manage a small team
BSBSMB401A	Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
BSBSMB402A	Plan small business finances
BSBSMB404A	Undertake small business planning
BSBSMB405A	Monitor and manage small business operations
BSBSMB406A	Manage small business finances
BSBWOR401A	Establish effective workplace relationships
TAEDEL402A	Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace

Plumbing and services - Management stream

CPCCBC4008B	Conduct on-site supervision of building and construction projects
CPCCBC4009B	Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4017A	Arrange resources and prepare for the building or construction project
CPCCBC4019A	Apply sustainable building design principles to water management systems
CPCCBC4020A	Build thermally efficient and sustainable structures
CPCCBC4021A	Minimise waste on the building and construction site
CPCCBC4026A	Arrange building applications and approvals
CPCPCM4003A	Produce 2-D architectural drawings using CAD software
CPCPCM4004A	Prepare simple sketches and drawings
CPCPDR4011A	Design and size sanitary drainage systems
CPCPDR4012A	Design and size stormwater drainage systems
CPCPDR4013A	Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems
CPCPFS4014A	Design residential and domestic fire sprinkler systems
CPCPGS4003A	Install commission and service Type B gas appliances
CPCPGS4011A	Design and size consumer gas installations
CPCPGS4012A	Service Type A gas appliances
CPCPMS4002A	Commission air and water systems
CPCPMS4011A	Design, size and layout heating and cooling systems
CPCPRF4011A	Design and size roof drainage systems
CPCPSN4011A	Design and size sanitary plumbing systems
CPCPWT4011A	Design and size heated and cold water services and systems
CPCPWT4012A	Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices
CPCPWT4013A	Commission and maintain heated water temperature control devices
BSBPMG407A	Apply risk management techniques
BSBPMG510A	Manage projects
BSBSMB407A	Manage a small team
BSBWOR401A	Establish effective workplace relationships
TAEDEL402A	Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace

Plumbing and services - Operations stream

CPCCBC4019A	Apply sustainable building design principles to water management systems
CPCCBC4020A	Build thermally efficient and sustainable structures
CPCCBC4021A	Minimise waste on the building and construction site
CPCCBC4034A	Apply codes and standards to building trade and services contracting
CPCPFS4014A	Design residential and domestic fire sprinkler systems
CPCPGS4003A	Install commission and service Type B gas appliances
CPCPGS4012A	Service Type A gas appliances
CPCPMS4002A	Commission air and water systems
CPCPMS4003A	Design compressed air systems
CPCPMS4011A	Design, size and layout heating and cooling systems
CPCPWT4013A	Commission and maintain heated water temperature control devices
CPCPWT4012A	Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices
BSBCUS301A	Deliver and monitor a service to customers

Plumbing and services - Hydraulic services design stream

BSBPMG407A	Apply risk management techniques
BSBPMG510A	Manage projects
BSBSMB407A	Manage a small team
BSBWOR401A	Establish effective workplace relationships
CPCPCM4003A	Produce 2-D architectural drawings using CAD software
CPCPCM4004A	Prepare simple sketches and drawings
CPCPFS4014A	Design residential and domestic fire sprinkler systems
CPCPGS4011A	Design and size consumer gas installations
TAEDEL402A	Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace

Qualification details

CPC40911 - Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services (Release 1)

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