Part A: Course Overview

Program: C2226 Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship)

Course Title: Perform basic oxy-acetylene welding and cutting

Portfolio: Vocational Education

Nominal Hours: 20

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Course Contact: Sebastian La Rocca

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4606

Course Contact Email: Sebastian.larocca@rmit.edu.au

Course Description

This course describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use oxy-acetylene equipment to make welds and cuts, and to rectify any defects and distortions as part of a variety of plumbing jobs in accordance with job, organisational and legal requirements.

This course does not meet the requirements for a registered plumber.

 

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None

National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:	VU23050 Perform basic oxy-acetylene welding and cutting
Elements:	1. Plan to weld and cut 2. Prepare materials and equipment for welding and cutting 3. Weld and cut materials 4. Clean up the work area

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. 

Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.