CPC50520 Diploma of fire systems design
annual certifier stream
Training Course Pathway
About the course
This course is for practitioners to learn how to inspect existing fire systems; assess compliance with the relevant legislation, codes and standards; and report on whether they continue to perform to appropriate fire safety standards.
The course is designed for inexperienced fire safety assessors and annual certifiers, or anyone wanting to extend their skills and knowledge.
Are there any special requirements needed to take this course?
- Participants must be employed in the fire industry and have the capacity to undertake the inspection of a range of complex building types to determine and report on the performance of fire safety measures installed in the building.
- Participants require access to a personal computer or tablet to enable use of the on-line learning system.
COURSE INFORMATION
What does the course cover?
The course provides participants with the skills and knowledge for a successful career as a fire safety assessor / annual certifier of fire protection systems. The course covers:
- Determining the requirements for fire systems in accordance with relevant legislation, codes and standards
- Evaluating fire system technologies and components
- Reviewing fire systems plans, specifications and documents to determine the required level of performance
- Undertaking building inspections to identify the level of compliance and performance of fire systems
- Reporting on the findings of fire safety inspections
- Undertake and manage fire systems inspection work including resolution of disputes arising from inspection findings
How long does the course take to complete?
- The training course is self-paced and typically takes 12-18 months to complete.
- Participants are required to complete the course within 24 months of enrolling.
How is the course delivered?
- The course is delivered in the workplace via a distance-based delivery model and supported by an online learning system.
- Participants are supported throughout the learning process by our industry experts
How does the course link to Licensing or Accreditation requirements?
This course meets the FPAS application requirements for Fire Safety Assessment for 23 of the 36 fire safety measures.
- Either this course, or the FPAS FSA Advanced Practitioner short course (for anyone who has completed an eligible Diploma or higher-level qualification), is a mandatory requirement for anyone who needs to be accredited in:
- Automatic fire detection and alarm systems (level 2)
- Automatic fire suppression systems (level 2)
- Fire dampers
- Fire hydrant systems (level 2)
- Mechanical air handling systems
- Smoke and heat vents
- Smoke dampers
Already hold a Diploma or Higher Qualification?
- If you already hold a Diploma or higher level qualification in engineering, construction, plumbing, electrical, fire safety or property services, you only need to complete the FPAS FSA Advanced Practitioner course to comply with the FPAS Scheme requirements.
- Further information can be found on the course page for the FPAS FSA Advanced Practitioner course.
Need help with licensing and accreditation requirements
- Each state and territory government determines the licence or accreditation requirements for fire protection work in their jurisdiction. Further information on these requirements can be found here.
- Need help? Let us demystify licensing and accreditation requirements and identify the training you require. Apply Now for a Training Plan.
Additional Training Opportunities
- Participants can combine this course with an additional short course to include water based systems design or fire detection and warning systems design.
- These short courses can either be combined into a single enrolment or you can undertake them after completing the Diploma.
- The relevant short courses available include:
- Alternatively, you might be interested in a combined stream Diploma course. The following courses are available to choose from:
- Please contact our support team to discuss combining courses to ensure you benefit from the best combination of courses to meet your specific needs.
I'm already experienced, is this course for me?
- This course can be completed using a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathway.
- Further details on the RPL pathway for this course can be found here.
Course Fees
Training Course Pathway $11,000
Pay by Instalments on a Payment Plan∗
- $1,000 – Paid at enrolment
- Balance payable in instalments of $1000 per month
∗ Conditions Apply – Refer Payment Plan Policy
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OFFER ENDS 31 DECEMBER 2022
Course outcomes
On successful completion of this course, participants will be awarded the qualification CPC50520 Diploma of Fire Systems Design – Annual Certifier Stream
Unit Code:
Description:
CPCCWHS2001
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCSFS5001
Define scope and hazard level of fire systems design projects
CPCSFS5002
Research and interpret detailed fire systems design project requirements
CPCSFS5005
Research and evaluate fire system technologies and components
BSBAUD513
Report on a quality audit
CPCCBC4012
Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCSFS5014
Conduct annual fire systems certification inspections
CPCSFS5015
Assess documentation for annual fire systems certification inspections
PUAFIR507
Inspect building fire safety systems
BSBPMG430
Undertake project work
BSBPMG535
Manage project information and communication
CPCCBC4024
Resolve business disputes