Plumbing - Level 1 Diploma

This course offers the City and Guilds 7202 qualification, and will allow you to gain an introduction to plumbing, giving you the basic fundamental practical skills and knowledge required by someone aspiring to be a plumber. It covers all the essential basic skills and knowledge you'll need to start working as a plumber, or engineer specialising in heating or ventilation. The course consists of practical and theory assignments and training to give you a good foundation from which to begin work or continue studying.

Topics covered can include:

• Installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems
• Above ground drainage
• Copper pipework
• Plastic pressure pipework
• Low carbon steel pipework
• Plumbing science
• Structure of the construction industry
• Environmental sustainability measures in domestic dwellings
• Site preparation in the construction industry

You do not need to have any previous qualifications.

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

You will be assessed on your completed practical tasks, against industry standards. Written assessment will include multiple choice questions, paper-based exams and written assignments.

Adults

Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, your course may be free, depending on your circumstances. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

From this course you can progress onto Level 2 in Heating and Plumbing, subject to full completion of the Level 1 and a satisfactory level of attendance.

This course offers the City and Guilds 7202 qualification, and will allow you to gain an introduction to plumbing, giving you the basic fundamental practical skills and knowledge required by someone aspiring to be a plumber. It covers all the essential basic skills and knowledge you'll need to start working as a plumber, or engineer specialising in heating or ventilation. The course consists of practical and theory assignments and training to give you a good foundation from which to begin work or continue studying.

Topics covered can include:

• Installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems
• Above ground drainage
• Copper pipework
• Plastic pressure pipework
• Low carbon steel pipework
• Plumbing science
• Structure of the construction industry
• Environmental sustainability measures in domestic dwellings
• Site preparation in the construction industry

You do not need to have any previous qualifications.

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

You will be assessed on your completed practical tasks, against industry standards. Written assessment will include multiple choice questions, paper-based exams and written assignments.

Adults

Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, your course may be free, depending on your circumstances. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

From this course you can progress onto Level 2 in Heating and Plumbing, subject to full completion of the Level 1 and a satisfactory level of attendance.

This course offers the City and Guilds 7202 qualification and will allow you to gain an introduction to plumbing, giving you the basic fundamental practical skills and knowledge required by someone aspiring to be a plumber. It covers all the essential basic skills and

knowledge you'll need to start working as a plumber, or engineer specialising in heating or ventilation. The course consists of practical and theory assignments and training to give you a good foundation from which to begin work or continue studying.

Typical tasks of a plumber include:

·       Repairs burst pipes, replaces faulty taps, washers, valves and fixes mechanical and combustion faults;

·       Attaches fittings and joins piping by weld, soldering, cementing, fusing etc.

·       Installs storage tanks, bathes toilets etc.

·       Examines drawings and specifications to determine layouts of systems.

Topics covered can include:

• Installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems
• Above ground drainage
• Copper pipework
• Plastic pressure pipework
• Low carbon steel pipework
• Plumbing science
• Structure of the construction industry
• Environmental sustainability measures in domestic dwellings
• Site preparation in the construction industry

The study programme consists of a vocational diploma, Maths and English, work experience and essential digital skills.

You do not need to have any previous qualifications although all applicants will need to have an interview and an initial assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

You will also need stationary, overalls and safety boots.

Throughout the course you will be assessed on the various units by multiple choice exams, plus written and practical assessments.

Adults

Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, your course may be free, depending on your circumstances. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

This qualification can lead to you gaining employment in the plumbing industry and gaining further qualifications at Level 2. A highly experienced Plumber can earn over £50,000 a year.

Opportunities also exist of learners moving into the new developing area of sustainability with courses on Heat Pumps etc.