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Solid Fuel Heaters

Course Enquiries:

Plumbing and Mechanical Services Department

9564 2699

Graham.Vaile@holmesglen.edu.au

Course Code: 4290CDV
Start Date(s):

Wednesday evenings throughout the year

Location:
  • Chadstone
Total Course Length:
  • Part-time: 16 hours class-time and 90 hours following self-paced learning manual
Prerequisites:

Persons seeking enrolment in this course must be approved by the Plumbing Industry Commission (PIC) before enrolling in this course.

 

Overview

This course has been designed to train operatives of the solid fuel industry in the theoretical and practical aspects of installing solid fuel heaters.

 

Course Fees

The enrolment fee for 2009 is $450.00 per semester.

A separate application and assessment fee is payable to the Plumbing Industry Commission. A separate fee is required for the manual.

How to Apply

  • Directly to Holmesglen: (following application to the Plumbing Industry Commission)

Course Structure

This delivery is based on a training module that has been developed so that the practical section can be commenced on any Wednesday evening throughout the year.

The self-paced learning manual is available from the Australian Home Heating Association. Contact: 08 8351 9288.

The following topics are covered:

  • Combustion
  • Solid fuel heaters
  • OH&S
  • Australian standards
  • Maintenance and commissioning
  • Flue design
  • Roof and wall penetrations
  • Installation of free standing heater and flue
  • Installation of an inbuilt system

Unit
Hours

Assessment

The PIC conducts two assessments:

Theoretical Assessment
The theoretical section of the course will be assessed by a two hour examination.
Practical Assessment
A practical assessment will be conducted when on request. The student will need to demonstrate techniques, selection, installation requirements and practical aspects of irrigation systems.