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VTP408 Backflow Prevention Devices

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Key details

Duration

year/s

The length of time to complete this qualification is two (2) days or four (4) evenings over two weeks face-to-face.

Intake

Locations

Alice Springs, Casuarina
Not available to international students.

Course code

VTP408

Overview



This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to test, commission and maintain backflow prevention devices in water services.

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Skill recognition

Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.

Pathways

VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.

Fees

2024 Fees

  Fee Type  2024 Course Fees
  NT Government supported*  Not available for this course
  Full Fee  $753.00

Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.

For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.

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  • Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond
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Why study at CDU?

Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.

  • Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
  • Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
  • Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
  • Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond

What will I study?

To achieve the vocational training program VTP408 - Backflow Prevention Devices a total of one (1) unit of competency must be completed as listed below. Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.

Course structure

To achieve the vocational training program VTP408 - Backflow Prevention Devices a total of one (1) unit of competency must be completed as listed below.



Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.



The total Nominal Hours for this training program is 20.

 

CodeModule/Unit of CompetencyHours
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
CPCPWT4022Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices20
 Total nominal hours for the training program20

 

Pre-requisite units:

CPCPWT4022 Commission and maintain backflow prevention devicesCPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS Requirements, 

CPCPWT3027 Install backflow prevention devices
CPCPWT3027 Install backflow prevention devicesCPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements, 

CPCPCM3023 Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping
CPCPCM3023 Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure pipingCPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS Requirements

 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To gain entry into, VTP408 Backflow Prevention Devices candidates require:

  • CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing or industry equivalent
  • NT White Card
  • Must have completed the pre-requisite units for CPCPWT4022
    • CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements
    • CPCPWT3027 Install backflow prevention devices (most hold pre-requisite units: CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements, and CPCPCM3023 Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping)
  • Sufficient level of literacy and numeracy

Students are required to wear PPE (personal protective equipment)

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals. 

 

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Course details

Accreditation

This is a non-award course and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed.

Location and study mode

Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.



Locations: Alice Springs, Casuarina



Study Mode: On campus



Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

Additional information

Sector
TAFE
Industry groups
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
Occupation types
Plumbers
Area of study
Plumbing

Contact details

Electrotechnology and Plumbing
Location: Casuarina & Alice Springs Campuses
Phone: 08 8946 7505 (CAS) 08 8959 5363 (ASP) Student Central 1800 061 963
Email: vet.electro@cdu.edu.au

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