Diploma of Fire Systems Design
This qualification is for fire systems designers who prepare detailed technical designs and documents. Work can cover water-based fire suppression systems, fire detection and occupant warning systems, or yearly certification of fire systems. People already designing or certifying fire systems may be able to have their experience recognised through RPL.
- TRAINING PACKAGE
- CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services
- ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Nil
- SUPERSEDES
- CPC50509 Diploma of Fire Systems Design (equivalent)
WHO IT'S FOR
People who design or certify fire systems and want a qualification that reflects their technical work.
TYPICAL JOB ROLES
- Fire systems designer
- Fire sprinkler designer
- Fire detection system designer
- Fire systems certifier
Qualification structure
12 units in total. Competency: The elective units are to be chosen as follows. All units from one of the specialisations (Group A, B or C) must be completed. That is: All 8 units from Group A Water-based systems,. All 5 units from Group B Detection and warning systems plus 3 additional electives,. All 4 units from Group C Annual certifier plus 4 additional electives. The additional electives must ensure the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. Of these, 1 unit can be selected from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at a Diploma or higher AQF level. One unit can be selected from Group A in the Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services. The remainder are to come from groups A, B, C or D listed below. An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that the unit has a prerequisite. Please check the unit for information on this. All prerequisites are packaged in the qualification.
Core units
4 units- CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
- CPCSFS5001Define scope and hazard level of fire systems design projects
- CPCSFS5002Research and interpret detailed fire systems design project requirements
- CPCSFS5005Research and evaluate fire system technologies and components
Elective units
28 unitsGroup - A Water-based systems elective unit
- CPCPCM4013Produce 2D architectural drawings using design software
- CPCSFS5003Develop plans and methodology for fire systems design projects
- CPCSFS5006Create detailed designs for fire sprinkler systems
- CPCSFS5007Create detailed designs for hydrant and hose reel systems
- CPCSFS5009Create detailed designs for fire systems’ water supplies
- CPCSFS5010Provide documentation and support for fabrication of fire sprinkler systems
- CPCSFS5011Provide design documentation and review and support fire system installation processes
- CPCSFS5013Support commissioning processes and finalise fire systems design projects
Group B - Detection and warning systems elective units
- CPCPCM4013Produce 2-D architectural drawings using design software
- CPCSFS5003Develop plans and methodology for fire systems design projects
- CPCSFS5008Create detailed designs for fire detection and warning systems
- CPCSFS5011Provide design documentation and review and support fire system installation processes
- CPCSFS5013Support commissioning processes and finalise fire systems design projects
Group C - Annual certifier elective units
- BSBAUD513Report on a quality audit
- CPCCBC4012Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCSFS5014Conduct annual fire systems certification inspections
- CPCSFS5015Assess documentation for annual fire systems certification inspections
Group D - General elective units
- BSBOPS404Implement customer service stratgies
- BSBOPS505Manage organisational customer services
- BSBPMG535Manage project information and communication
- BSBPMG430Undertake project work
- BSBWHS513Lead WHS risk management
- CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
- CPCCBC4012Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCBC5009Identify services layout and connection methods to medium rise construction projects
- CPCCSV5009 (has a prerequisite)Assess the impact of fire on building materials
- CPCPCM3024Prepare simple sketches and drawings
- CPCPCM4013Produce 2-D architectural drawings using design software
This unit has a prerequisite unit. Check the unit on training.gov.au for details.
EVIDENCE YOU'LL NEED
- Resume showing your work history
- Reference letters from employers
- Photos or videos of jobs you've done
- Payslips or employment contracts