Courses

This is a non-accredited three-day course intended as an introduction to the art of estimating.

This unique classroom-based course, delivered by plumbers for plumbers, is an ideal setting for those looking for a guided, practical hands-on entry into estimating in the plumbing industry.

The course covers:

• current information relating to estimating and costing work;
• the outcomes required to estimate materials, labour, and time requirements;
• the requirements to establish costs for the provision of services and/or products;
• gathering information;
• reading and understanding plans;
• performing material take-offs;
• estimating of time;
• calculating labour rates and other associated costs; 
• reviewing an estimate and preparing a submission letter; and
• a brief introduction to industry-leading digital tools used in estimating and job/project management.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course, but it is recommended for plumbers and gas fitters.

Unique Student Identifier

Students must also possess a valid USI.

All learners undertaking nationally accredited training must possess a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI). The USI is an individual education number that allows learners to access their training records and results at any time. If learners do not possess a valid USI while undertaking accredited training they will be unable to receive a Statement of Attainment.

Find out more about USI

Course Delivery

This course is delivered over 24 hours (generally three consecutive eight-hour days), face to face in a classroom setting.

Course Outcomes

On successful completion of this course learners will be able to:

• identify sources and gather information relevant to estimating and costing plumbing services;
• calculate materials, labour and time requirements to complete plumbing work using information sourced from the work site or provided drawings and specifications, including the use of proprietary estimating software;
• identify safety requirements relevant to plumbing work, its effect on work methods, and cost of completing work;
• cost plumbing projects taking into account materials, labour, overhead costs, contingencies, and required mark-up percentages; and
• develop documentation relating to estimating, costing, and presentation of tenders/quotation to the client.

Course Recognition 

On successful completion of this course learners will be issued with a Certificate of Completion.

Course Fees

• Small Business Funded (MPAQ Member): $250* (inc. GST)
• Small Business Funded (Non-Member): $500* (inc. GST)
• Non-Funded (Members and Non-Members): $750 (inc. GST)

* This course is eligible for funding under the CSQ Small Business Program. Evidence and ID must be submitted upon registration.

View eligibility requirements

For any further queries about this funding, please contact MPAQ on 07 3273 0800.

MPAQ Member Discount

MPAQ members (excluding associate retired and associate apprentices) are eligible for a discount on MPAQ courses. 

In order to access the discount you must fulfil one of the following eligibility requirements:

• You must be a member for at least one year if paying for membership monthly; or 
• You must pay for your membership upfront for one year. 

Additional Fees

Additional fees may apply for the use of estimating software that may be discussed during this course.

There are no resources required for this course. 

To enrol, please click the link at the top of this page or click here to download and complete an enrolment form.

If you have any questions, call the MPAQ Training Services team on 07 3273 0800.

Please send completed enrolment forms to training@mpaq.com.au.