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A career in the building and plumbing industry is perfect for those who gain satisfaction from creating things with their own hands. With the expansion of industries such as forestry, gas and renewable energy, the demand for skilled building and plumbing tradespeople will continue to grow.

South West TAFE's building and plumbing courses provide the training you need whilst completing an industry apprenticeship. If you don’t have a job, don't worry - our pre-apprenticeship courses will prepare you for industry employment. We also provide programs for school students studying TAFE subjects as part of their VCE or VCAL.

You will be trained using the latest tools and equipment in our purpose-built facilities at Sherwood Park training facility and the Warrnambool campus.

All our teachers have industry experience and close ties with business networks, ensuring students gain the skills and knowledge that employers want.

Courses in this Study Area

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  • Backflow Prevention Licence Course (Short Course)
    National CodeCPC40908
    CampusesWarrnambool
    ModesShort Course
    Course DescriptionUnderstand the testing, commissioning and maintenance of backflow prevention devices (BPD) in water services through this specialist industry course. Includes assessment by Plumbing Industry Commission (PIC).
  • Basic Scaffolding (Short Course)
    National Code3120IND069
    CampusesPortland, Sherwood Park
    ModesShort Course
    Course DescriptionThe aim of this unit is to provide participants with the practical skills and theory knowledge to safely erect, make alterations and dismantle scaffolding. This course covers the planning and preparation work required prior to scaffolding work being performed. Assessment for this course requires demonstration of specific knowledge against a checklist, as outlined in the competency assessment instrument.
  • Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pre-Apprenticeship) (21844VIC)
    National Code21844VIC
    CampusesSherwood Park
    ModesFull Time, Pre-Apprenticeship
    Course DescriptionThe course's primary aim is to develop students hand skills to an acceptable industry standard , for students seeking a career in the carpentry fields. Students will construct a full-size domestic house or similar structure from ground to completion. Graduates may pursue apprenticeships and traineeships in the building industry.
  • Certificate II in Furniture Making (Pre-Apprenticeship)(LMF20309)
    National CodeLMF20309
    CampusesSherwood Park
    ModesFull Time, Pre-Apprenticeship
    Course DescriptionFor those seeking a career in the cabinet making, furniture and kitchen manufacturing industries. Graduates may pursue apprenticeships or traineeships in cabinet making and furniture making. Alternatively, they may seek employment in other sectors of the building industry.
  • Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-Apprenticeship)(22138VIC)
    National Code22138VIC
    CampusesWarrnambool
    ModesFull Time, Pre-Apprenticeship
    Course DescriptionPlumbing is a reliable and generally well-paying trade. As the construction industry continues to boom, our plumbing graduates find themselves in high demand! Offering an understanding of the nature of plumbing and gas-fitting work.
  • Certificate IV in Building And Construction (Building) (CPC40110) Builder Registration
    National CodeCPC40110
    CampusesWarrnambool
    ModesPart Time
    Course DescriptionAre you already in the building and construction industry? Would you like to step up into supervisory role? Maybe you're a tradesperson hoping to become a subcontractor or business owner. If this sounds like you, why not take the next step in your career? This qualification will give you the skills you need to achieve your career aspirations! It will qualify you to supervise low-rise residential building projects and assist in the application for a registered builder licence. Notably, this qualification is recognised by HIA, MBA and the Building Commission. On successful completion of this qualification, you may be considered for a supervisory role within a building company. You may become the manager or owner of a small to medium sized building business, or operate as a sub-contractor.
  • Certificate IV in Plumbing (CPC40911)
    National CodeCPC40911
    CampusesWarrnambool
    ModesPart Time
    Course DescriptionAchieve your goal of becoming a licenced plumber by enrolling in this course. Your study will address Victorian Licencing requirements, while providing you with a nationally recognised qualification. In no time at all, you may find yourself self-employed and inundated with opportunities.
    Graduates are likely to find work as plumbers working in the areas of sanitary, drainage, roofing, mechanical services, gas fitting and/or water supply.
  • Construction Induction (Short Course)
    National CodeCPC30208
    CampusesHamilton (Hammond Street), Portland, Warrnambool
    ModesShort Course
    Course DescriptionIf you work or are intending to work in the construction industry, occupational health and safety induction training is mandatory. This rule came into effect on 1 July 2008. This short course covers the skills and knowledge required to work safely in the construction industry. It is specifically designed to meet the requirements for registration and card issue by WorkSafe.
  • Licence to Perform Dogging (Short Course)
    National CodeMEM40105
    CampusesPortland, Warrnambool
    ModesShort Course
    Course DescriptionHolding a Dogging Certificate opens up employment opportunities in areas where cranes or lifting equipment are used such as construction sites, building sites, depots, off-shore, mining and maintenance industries. The aim of this course is to provide the participant with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to carry out Dogging duties.

    The course is subject to ongoing assessment of practical skills, general knowledge, slinging methods and crane usage. Following successful completion of the assessment, you will be able to apply for a Licence to Perform High Risk Work for Dogging (Class DG). Entry requirements apply.