Course Title: Commission domestic and residential fire suppression sprinkler systems

Part A: Course Overview

Program: S0021 Plumbing (PIC License Requirements)

Course Title: Commission domestic and residential fire suppression sprinkler systems

Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office

Nominal Hours: 16

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

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Course Contact: Warren James

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4632

Course Contact Email: warren.james@rmit.edu.au



Course Description

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to test and commission domestic and residential fire suppression sprinkler systems in buildings up to four storeys in height. It covers preparation for the work, identification and confirmation of system specifications and requirements, physical testing and commissioning of the systems, and work finalisation processes including records and documentation.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Pre-Requisite:
CPCPCM4001A - Carry out work based risk control processes



National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

CPCPFS4001A Commission domestic and residential fire suppression sprinkler systems

Elements:

1. Prepare for work.

2. Identify system requirements.

3. Test and commission system.

4. Clean up work area.


Learning Outcomes


Overview of Assessment

Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course.