Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Fire Systems Design
Diploma of Fire Systems Design
CPC50509
W713
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 11/11/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 17/01/2017 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 07/02/2013 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
The Diploma of Fire Systems Design reflects and supports the role of fire systems designers who prepare detailed technical designs and documentation for water-based fire suppression systems and/or fire detection and occupant warning systems. The fire systems designs covered in this Diploma are those that meet the requirements of the Building Code of Australia or detailed designs prepared for alternative solutions designed or specified by a fire safety engineer. The Diploma of Fire Systems Design also includes a stream qualification for the annual certifier of fire systems.
Fire systems designers may enter the industry from a diverse range of occupations and sectors. They may choose to extend their careers by seeking to undertake subsequent higher education qualifications in related disciplines, including mechanical engineering and fire engineering.
The qualification has common core and elective unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for fire systems designers and certifiers, as well as specialist streams for:
water-based systems
detection and warning systems
annual certifiers.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in twelve (12) units of competency:- four (4) core units
- between three (3) and eight (8) Group A, B or C elective units
- up to five (5) other elective units.
The elective units are chosen as follows:
- all units from one (1) of the following three (3) options:
- eight (8) units from Group A Water-based systems elective units
- five (5) units from Group B Detection and warning systems elective units
- four (4) units from Group C Annual certifier elective units
- provided the remaining elective units ensure the integrity of the AQF alignment; and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome; they could include:
- elective units not already chosen from Groups A, B or C
- Group D general elective units:
- one (1) unit from a Diploma or higher qualification in CPC08 or another current Training Package or state accredited course
- one (1) unit from the Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services, Group A Fire Services units.
Some units in this qualification may have prerequisite requirements, which must be met when packaging the qualification. Users are referred to the list of CPC08 units with prerequisite unit requirements available in this Training Package for this purpose.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9435 | CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | 32 | Unit of competency |
| WA407 | CPCSFS5001A | Define scope and hazard level of fire systems design projects | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WA410 | CPCSFS5005A | Research and evaluate fire system technologies and components | 55 | Unit of competency |
| WA408 | CPCSFS5002A | Research and interpret detailed fire systems design project requirements | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Water-Based System Elective Units
All eight (8) units to be completed when selecting Group A as an option.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA411 | CPCSFS5006A | Create detailed designs for fire sprinkler systems | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WA414 | CPCSFS5009A | Create detailed designs for fire systems' water supplies | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WA412 | CPCSFS5007A | Create detailed designs for hydrant and hose reel systems | 70 | Unit of competency |
| WA409 | CPCSFS5003A | Develop plans and methodology for fire systems design projects | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WF849 | CPCPCM4013A | Produce 2-D architectural drawings using CAD software | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WA416 | CPCSFS5011A | Provide design documentation and review and support fire system installation processes | 55 | Unit of competency |
| WA415 | CPCSFS5010A | Provide documentation and support for fabrication of fire sprinkler systems | 55 | Unit of competency |
| WA417 | CPCSFS5013A | Support commissioning processes and finalise fire systems design projects | 70 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Detection and Warning Systems Elective Units
All five (5) units to be completed when selecting Group B as an option.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA413 | CPCSFS5008A | Create detailed designs for fire detection and warning systems | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WA409 | CPCSFS5003A | Develop plans and methodology for fire systems design projects | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WF849 | CPCPCM4013A | Produce 2-D architectural drawings using CAD software | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WA416 | CPCSFS5011A | Provide design documentation and review and support fire system installation processes | 55 | Unit of competency |
| WA417 | CPCSFS5013A | Support commissioning processes and finalise fire systems design projects | 70 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Annual Certifier Elective Units
All four (4) units to be completed when selecting Group C as an option.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA419 | CPCSFS5015A | Assess documentation for annual fire systems certification inspections | 55 | Unit of competency |
| WA418 | CPCSFS5014A | Conduct annual fire systems certification inspections | 90 | Unit of competency |
| WE971 | CPCCBC4012B | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH46 | BSBAUD504 | Report on a quality audit | 40 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D General Elective Units
The remainder of units to bring the total to twelve (12) may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUH55 | BSBCUS402 | Address customer needs | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W9578 | CPCCSV5009A | Assess the impact of fire on building materials | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUM38 | BSBWHS503 | Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W9296 | CPCCBC5009A | Identify services layout and connection methods to medium rise construction projects | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D0935 | BSBPMG507A | Manage project communications | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUM47 | BSBCUS501 | Manage quality customer service | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WF850 | CPCPCM4014A | Prepare simple sketches and drawings | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF849 | CPCPCM4013A | Produce 2-D architectural drawings using CAD software | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE971 | CPCCBC4012B | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI91 | BSBPMG522 | Undertake project work | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGE6 | CPC50520 | Diploma of Fire Systems Design | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
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