This City & Guilds course will cover the practical and job-related knowledge needed for those who want to work in the plumbing industry. The aim of the qualification is to provide a basic introduction to the plumbing sector.
Key areas of study are:
- Unit 101 Structure of the construction industry
- Unit 102 fundamental safe working practices
- Unit 103 Environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings
- Unit 104 Site preparation for working in the construction industry
- Unit 108 Above ground drainage
- Unit 109 Copper pipework
- Unit 110 Plastic pressure pipework
- Unit 111 Low carbon steel pipework
- Unit 112 Installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems
- Unit 113 Plumbing science
You will need:
- Functional Skills Entry Level 3 or above in English and maths.
You should be committed to work towards improving English and maths as part of the programme.
Your course will be assessed by observation of your workshop practical activities by an assessor and also job knowledge will be assessed by you completing a written portfolio, demonstrating knowledge on the following: Plumbing systems
The assignment covers the skills and knowledge in the units. Are set by City & Guilds, delivered and marked by the tutor/assessor and will be externally verified by City & Guilds to make sure it is properly carried out.
You will have the opportunity to progress onto Plumbing Level 2 course.
The course is 16 hours a week consisting of practical, theory and functional skills Maths and English and directed study.
If you will be aged 16 to 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your studies and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, your course will be free.
You may be eligible for financial help to support with books, travel, course materials and childcare costs – please click here for more information.
