General Plumbing and Gasfitting Workshop

Swan TAFE
Perth, WA, Australia

Course Format: Classroom | E-learning | Virtual Class | Online | On-site | Blended | Self-paced

Course Description:

'' This course will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to work effectively in the plumbing and services sector. You will learn skills in using plumbing hand and power tools, cutting and joining sheet metal, marking out materials, welding using oxy-acetylene equipment and fabrictaing and installing non-ferrous pressure piping. You will also learn about OH&S requirements, reading plans and calculating plumbing quantities and handling and storing plumbing materials. As part of this course you will undertake a supervised work placement where you will be able to apply the skills and knowledge you have learned.

Aside from Kenny’s one-liners, there’s a lot to plumbing and gasfitting. If you want a career that can take you all over the world and where you’ll never be short of work, this qualification is the first step. Learn hand and power plumbing tool skills, how to cut and join sheet metal, marking out materials, oxyacetylene welding and more.

Swan TAFE has specialty workshops and equipment to provide you with a realistic study environment that will prepare you well for employment in these highly demanded trades. Our lecturers are dedicated and supportive professionals who are passionate about their trade and are dedicated to providing a high quality of training that is industry relevant.
- Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this course provides you with the opportunity to gain an apprenticeship to become a plumber and gas fitter. You will need to be employed and registered as an apprentice before you can commence apprenticeship training.

Plumbers and related workers install, maintain and repair pipe systems made from a range of materials to help rid us of pesky leaks and blocked drainage systems. This group of tradespersons comprises a number of specialised areas, including plumbers, gasfitters, roof plumbers, drainers, fire protection workers and irrigation installers.

All plumbers undertake the common tasks of drawing, interpreting and installing piping layouts, and the maintenance and repair of piping systems, although there are different levels of complexity across the specialisations.

There are also differences in the type of pipe system and fixtures used. For example, plumbers deal with general water systems and fixtures, including sprinkler systems, basins and toilets, while gasfitters work with gas lines and gas related appliances, including hot water systems and space heating systems.

The industry is dominated by small firms and self employed tradespeople. Plumbers may also work for federal or state government departments concerned with public works.

Competition is strong for available apprenticeship positions. With further training and experience, plumbers can become technical and sales representatives, building supervisors, building and construction managers, plumbing inspectors, hydraulics consultants, technical teachers, estimators, building contract administrators, purchasing officers or start their own business.

Demand is linked with activity in the construction industry. However, unlike other building trades, downturns in building activity have less effect on plumbers because of the work available in renovation and maintenance. Demand is also more stable because, by law, certain jobs must be performed by plumbers.
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Phone:9267 7500

School Address:

PO Box 1336
Midland WA 6936
Australia

Campuses:

Armadale
Balga
Bentley
Carlisle
Midland
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