CPCPWT3020 - Connect and install storage tanks to a domestic water supply

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Unit code: CPCPWT3020 | Study level: TAFE
Credit points
N/A
Location
Sunshine
Prerequisites
CPCPCM2043 - Carry out WHS requirements and
CPCPCM3023 - Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to connect and install storage tanks to a domestic water supply.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, incl the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.
Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:
* connecting and commissioning an approved static water storage tank to a water distribution pipe system
* meeting the specified location and installation requirements including:
* correct air gap
* operational water level
* overflow requirements
* minimum outlet size
* tank placement
* safe tray and safe waste.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:
* uses and limitations of materials involved in connecting and installing water storage tanks
* process for connecting static water storage tanks
* statutory and regulatory authority requirements:
* correct air gap
* operational water level
* overflow requirements
* minimum outlet size
* tank placement
* safe tray and safe waste
* testing and commissioning
* how to access relevant information, including codes and standards
* tools, materials and equipment used to connect and install storage tanks to a domestic water supply
* work health and safety (WHS) requirements for connecting and installing storage tanks to a domestic water supply.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will advise students of class notes, reading materials produced by VU Polytechnic and further support via VU Polytechnic e-learning system and/or in person.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Certificate III in Plumbing
CPC32420 | Certificate iii | Duration:

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