Plumbing provides practical training in installing, maintaining and repairing water-supply, drainage and sanitation systems. Learners become familiar with tools, pipe materials, measurements, fittings, fixtures, drawings, workplace safety and fault diagnosis. The course is designed for beginners, construction workers and aspiring tradespeople who want employable skills or a route into self-employment. Practical exercises build accuracy, safe workmanship, material control and the ability to solve common plumbing problems.
No online payment is required to submit an application.
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ABOUT THE COURSE
Course overview
Plumbing provides practical training in installing, maintaining and repairing water-supply, drainage and sanitation systems. Learners become familiar with tools, pipe materials, measurements, fittings, fixtures, drawings, workplace safety and fault diagnosis. The course is designed for beginners, construction workers and aspiring tradespeople who want employable skills or a route into self-employment. Practical exercises build accuracy, safe workmanship, material control and the ability to solve common plumbing problems.
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YOUR STARTING POINT
Entry requirements
Entry requirements depend on the selected level. Admissions will assess your current qualification and advise on the appropriate route.
Not sure whether you qualify? Contact admissions and we will guide you on the most suitable entry route.
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COURSE CONTENT
Curriculum
Plumbing tools and workshop practice
Pipe materials, joints and fittings
Water-supply systems
Drainage and sanitation
Plumbing drawings and measurements
Fixtures and appliances
Maintenance and fault diagnosis
Occupational health and safety
Estimating, customer service and entrepreneurship
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AFTER YOUR COURSE
Career and progression pathways
Plumbing Assistant
Maintenance Plumber
Construction Plumbing Assistant
Facilities-maintenance Assistant
Self-employed Plumbing Technician
Progression: Higher craft training, building-services programmes or relevant trade certification
