Level 2 in Plumbing Studies
Start Date
Mon Sep 23 2024
Day / Time
Mondays & Wednesdays, 6pm to 9pm
Duration
1 year
Campus
Skills Academy - Construction
This course is for people who want to work as plumbers. You will develop
the skills required for employment and/or career progression in the plumbing
sector.
On this course, you will cover:
- Health & safety training
- Scientific principles of plumbing
- Electrical principles and processes
- Hot & cold water systems
- Central heating systems
- Sanitation and drainage
- Communication within the building services engineering sector
- Basic installation techniques of plumbing appliances
Days & Times
Mondays & Wednesdays, 6pm to 9pm
Please note: All details are subject to change due to possible change of awarding body before the course start date. All applicants will be informed of these changes before the course starts.
Study methods
There is a 50/50 split between practical workshop sessions and classroom work, where you will be taught the underpinning knowledge to enable you to pass the online exams.
How the course is assessed
Assessment will be through a range of practical assignments and theory based on-line examinations. The course will be taught through a range of varied activities including classroom based theory sessions and skills workshops to develop the necessary installation experience.
You will be taught by highly experienced members of our Plumbing team. they will deliver the sessions to you using a variety of teaching techniques to ensure everyone is able to make best possible progress.
The course is awarded through City & Guilds and staff will follow the assessment criteria to ensure learning meets all awarding standards
You will need to provide suitable clothing for workshops and steel toe capped boots. There will be reading lists provided to support you with your studies.
Achieving this Level 2 plumbing course you will be recognised as an improver/plumbers mate, which can lead to better employment opportunities and you can progress to an NVQ in the workplace.
Good levels of maths and English are recommended as an entry criteria such as English GCSE at Grade C/4 or above and maths GCSE at Grade C/4 or above.
Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.
For one to one advice, contact our friendly team who will assess your individual circumstances and give you the right information. You can contact them on 0191 490 4600, [email protected] or via Live Chat.
Those aged under 18 years old are not eligible to study this course as it is a part time programme.
