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    • 23 Squadron HQ - Nelson
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    • Home Ideas Centre
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    • Jeff Evans Plumbers Ltd
    • Johnsonville Community Centre
    • KJ Morgan Plumbing Ltd - Blenheim
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    • Masonic Hotel - Palmerston North
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    • Memorial Hall
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    • Quality Hotel Cargills
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    • Rinnai NZ Ltd - Auckland
    • Rotorua
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    • RSA Taumaranui
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    • Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands
    • Shoesmith Hall - Warkworth
    • Southern Institue of Technology - Invercargill
    • Stadium Southland
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    • Gigi Fenster
    • Greg Tetzlaff
    • Jeff Evans
    • Jonathan (Jon) Lewis
    • Kelvin Irvine
    • Kris Cambourn
    • Leroy Dickson
    • Martin de Geouw
    • Miles Nathan
    • Pete Worsnop
    • Peter Galt
    • Peter Jackson
    • Peter Selwyn
    • Ralph McBeth
    • Ray Galt
    • Roger Taylor
    • Sean Reynolds
    • Self Paced
    • Shelley Slade-Gully
    • Simon Leary
    • Simon Walsh
    • Spencer Lister
    • Steve Dearing
    • Stuart Brickland
    • Stuart Clark
    • Tom Daly

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Upcoming courses

  • February 2012

    • Principles of Combustion & Gas Burners - 10 Credits

      Start Date:

      Thursday, 23 Feb 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Christchurch

      Price:

      $300.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      This course provides qualified tradesmen with information to ensure Installers, commissioning, and service technicians understand the Basic fundamentals of combustion and gas burners.
      Register
    • Installation of LPG Appliances in Caravans, Boats & Mobile Takeaway Systems - 12 Credits**

      Start Date:

      Tuesday, 28 Feb 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Taupo

      Price:

      $360.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special pricing will apply for Master Plumber Members & Frequent Fitters at $180 +gst.

      This course provides an introduction to the installation of LPG gas appliances in caravans, boats, and mobile takeaways. The course will help you through all aspects of these installations and for experienced installers it will provide a review and recheck on existing knowledge.
      Register
  • March 2012

    • Gas Equipment & Appliance Ventilation - 8 Credits

      Start Date:

      Thursday, 1 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Wanganui

      Price:

      $240.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumbers Members $120 + GST.

      This course covers the requirements and calculation for gas ventilation equipment. People who have completed this course are able to calculate gas ventilation in accordance with NZS5261 AS5601 and NZS5428.
      Register
    • Gas Equipment & Appliance Ventilation - 8 Credits

      Start Date:

      Tuesday, 6 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Dunedin

      Price:

      $240.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumbers Members $120 + GST.

      This course covers the requirements and calculation for gas ventilation equipment. People who have completed this course are able to calculate gas ventilation in accordance with NZS5261 AS5601 and NZS5428.
      Register
    • Installation of LPG Appliances in Caravans, Boats & Mobile Takeaway Systems - 12 Credits**

      Start Date:

      Thursday, 8 Mar 2012 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Queenstown

      Price:

      $360.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special pricing will apply for Master Plumber Members & Frequent Fitters at $180 +gst.

      This course provides an introduction to the installation of LPG gas appliances in caravans, boats, and mobile takeaways. The course will help you through all aspects of these installations and for experienced installers it will provide a review and recheck on existing knowledge.
      Register
    • NZBC Clause E1 Surface Water - 12 credits

      Start Date:

      Thursday, 8 Mar 2012 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Queenstown

      Price:

      $360.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      This workshop provides information on the requirements under the New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) compliance document Clause E1 Surface Water for installing, designing, commissioning and maintaining stormwater drainage systems.
      Register
    • Pipeline and Cable Locators - 12 Credits

      Start Date:

      Tuesday, 13 Mar 2012 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Whangarei

      Price:

      $360.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumber Members $180.00 + GST.
      People completing this course are able to: locate and identify procedures, documentation, and equipment for using pipe and cable locators; prepare for and locate pipes and cables; and complete reporting and documentation.
      Please note this is predominantly a drainlaying focused course but credits can be allocated to either drainlaying, plumbing, or gasfitting disciplines.
      Register
    • Household Water Quality - 9 credits

      Start Date:

      Tuesday, 13 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Christchurch

      Price:

      $270.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumber Members $135.00 + GST.

      The course is designed to supplement general trade training and product information to provide participants with the ability to specify and install a potable water supply for an individual or a small community.
      Register
    • Installation of LPG Appliances in Caravans, Boats & Mobile Takeaway Systems - 12 Credits**

      Start Date:

      Tuesday, 13 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Auckland

      Price:

      $360.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special pricing will apply for Master Plumber Members & Frequent Fitters at $180 +gst.

      This course provides an introduction to the installation of LPG gas appliances in caravans, boats, and mobile takeaways. The course will help you through all aspects of these installations and for experienced installers it will provide a review and recheck on existing knowledge.
      Register
    • Selection of On-site Wastewater Systems - 12 Credits

      Start Date:

      Tuesday, 13 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Napier

      Price:

      $360.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Members $180.00 + GST
      The course is designed to supplement general trade training and product information to provide participants with the ability to identify the main on-site wastewater treatment and disposal options, understand septic tank/gravity systems, provide appropriate documentation and reporting, and understand site investigation requirements.
      Register
    • Pipeline and Cable Locators - 12 Credits

      Start Date:

      Tuesday, 13 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Hamilton

      Price:

      $360.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumber Members $180.00 + GST.
      People completing this course are able to: locate and identify procedures, documentation, and equipment for using pipe and cable locators; prepare for and locate pipes and cables; and complete reporting and documentation.
      Please note this is predominantly a drainlaying focused course but credits can be allocated to either drainlaying, plumbing, or gasfitting disciplines.
      Register
    • Servicing of Onsite Wastewater Systems (domestic) - 12 credits

      Start Date:

      Wednesday, 14 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Invercargill

      Price:

      $360.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumber Members $180 + gst.

      The course discusses the different generic domestic system types, their key servicing requirements, how to troubleshoot problems, and where to access further information on specific systems. It does not provide a comprehensive manual of how to service every onsite wastewater system known.
      Register
    • Household Water Quality - 9 credits

      Start Date:

      Wednesday, 14 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Tauranga

      Price:

      $270.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumber Members $135.00 + GST.

      The course is designed to supplement general trade training and product information to provide participants with the ability to specify and install a potable water supply for an individual or a small community.
      Register
    • Gas Equipment & Appliance Ventilation - 8 Credits

      Start Date:

      Thursday, 15 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Hokitika

      Price:

      $240.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumbers Members $120 + GST.

      This course covers the requirements and calculation for gas ventilation equipment. People who have completed this course are able to calculate gas ventilation in accordance with NZS5261 AS5601 and NZS5428.
      Register
    • Servicing of Onsite Wastewater Systems (domestic) - 12 credits

      Start Date:

      Thursday, 15 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Taupo

      Price:

      $360.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumber Members $180 + gst.

      The course discusses the different generic domestic system types, their key servicing requirements, how to troubleshoot problems, and where to access further information on specific systems. It does not provide a comprehensive manual of how to service every onsite wastewater system known.
      Register
    • Heat Exchangers for Hot Water Applications - 18 CR

      Start Date:

      Tuesday, 20 Mar 2012 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      5 hours

      City:

      Wellington

      Price:

      $540.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Continuous rise of energy prices, and energy uncertainty, are motivating property owners to seek solutions to combine multiple energy souirces into hot water systems. As a result, plumbers often deal with situation that require design and installation of heat exchangers to manage and balance the various heat sources.
      Register
    • Gas Equipment & Appliance Ventilation - 8 Credits

      Start Date:

      Tuesday, 20 Mar 2012 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Palmerston North

      Price:

      $240.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumbers Members $120 + GST.

      This course covers the requirements and calculation for gas ventilation equipment. People who have completed this course are able to calculate gas ventilation in accordance with NZS5261 AS5601 and NZS5428.
      Register
    • Pipe Sizing - 8 Credits

      Start Date:

      Tuesday, 27 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Rotorua

      Price:

      $240.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumber Members & Frequent Fitters $120.00 + GST.
      This practical course uses current recognised tables to calculate correct gas pipe sizing requirments.
      Please bring with you a copy of NZ5621:2003Please bring with you a copy of NZS5261:2003
      Register
    • Polyethylene Pipe Systems - 10 credits

      Start Date:

      Tuesday, 27 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      New Plymouth

      Price:

      $300.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumber Members $150.00 + GST.This course provides qualified tradesmen with a basic understanding of PE piping and jointing methods for it, rather than all the information necessary to become an expert.
      Register
    • Gas Equipment & Appliance Ventilation - 8 Credits

      Start Date:

      Wednesday, 28 Mar 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Nelson

      Price:

      $240.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumbers Members $120 + GST.

      This course covers the requirements and calculation for gas ventilation equipment. People who have completed this course are able to calculate gas ventilation in accordance with NZS5261 AS5601 and NZS5428.
      Register
    • Pipeline and Cable Locators - 12 Credits

      Start Date:

      Thursday, 29 Mar 2012 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

      Duration:

      4 hours

      City:

      Taumaranui

      Price:

      $360.00 (excl. GST)

      Summary:

      Special Pricing for Master Plumber Members $180.00 + GST.
      People completing this course are able to: locate and identify procedures, documentation, and equipment for using pipe and cable locators; prepare for and locate pipes and cables; and complete reporting and documentation.
      Please note this is predominantly a drainlaying focused course but credits can be allocated to either drainlaying, plumbing, or gasfitting disciplines.
      Register
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