Pathway Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 8:21 AM AWST
22/07/2026 8:21 AM AWST
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Networks
Networks
Pathway
National Code
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State Code
AA78
AA78
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Original TGA Release Date
07/12/2015
07/12/2015
Field of Education
0509 - Environmental Studies
0509 - Environmental Studies
Approved Date
15/04/2016
15/04/2016
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Version
1.00
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
07/12/2015
Nominal Hours
282
282
Description
Provide knowledge and skills to water sector personnel working in networks.
Packaging Rules
Learners are to complete eleven (11) units in total: two (2) core units, and no more than nine (9) elective units.
1. Core Units
Learners to complete two (2) Core units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVZ33 | NWPGEN003 | Apply environmental and licensing procedures of the water industry | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ35 | NWPGEN001 | Apply the risk management principles of the water industry standards, guidelines and legislation | 10 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Work Health Safety Elective Units
Learners to complete the below unit.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUK29 | BSBWHS301 | Maintain workplace safety | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Group C Networks Specialisation Units
Learners to select a minimum of five (5) units from the below list.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVY65 | NWPNET032 | Construct and install wastewater assets | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVY66 | NWPNET031 | Construct and install water distribution assets | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVY83 | NWPNET003 | Control electrical risk on metallic pipes | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AVY80 | NWPNET011 | Locate, identify and protect utilities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVY72 | NWPNET022 | Maintain and repair network assets for drinking water | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AVY71 | NWPNET023 | Maintain and repair network assets for wastewater | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AVY84 | NWPNET002 | Prepare and restore work site | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group G General Elective Units
Optional - Learners to select a maximum of two (2) units from the below list.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUK74 | BSBCUS201 | Deliver a service to customers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH751 | RIIWHS202D | Enter and work in confined spaces | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WH756 | RIIWHS302D | Implement traffic management plan | 16 | Unit of competency |
| W8253 | MSAPMOHS216A | Operate breathing apparatus | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUK61 | BSBWOR202 | Organise and complete daily work activities | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AVZ25 | NWPGEN011 | Use maps, plans, drawings and specifications | 25 | Unit of competency |
5. Flexible Group
Learners can select their remaining electives from the below list or from elsewhere within the NWP training package. Alternatively, up to two (2) of the elective units may be selected from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.