City & Guilds 6129 Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing
Course
In Barnsley
Description
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Type
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Location
Barnsley
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Duration
8 Weeks
This level 2 course covers the key areas of the plumbing profession. It gives candidates the underpinning knowledge and some portfolio evidence for the 6089 NVQ level 2. It covers both practical and theoretical aspects, but don't worry, you won't be stuck behind a desk all day taking notes - plumbing is a hands-on course. Suitable for: Designed for all beginners who wish to become employed within the plumbing industry or for those wishing to go onto higher level qualifications.
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About this course
No formal qualifications are required to take this course, but it is beneficial to have an interest in property and to have a practical and enthusiastic attitude.
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City & Guilds 6129 Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing
Theory modules:
Health and Safety - the legal requirements that must be met by you and your employer.
Key Plumbing Principles - covers the science of plumbing, introducing the basic materials, theories and concepts.
Common Plumbing Processes - teaches basic skills such as bending, jointing and fixing copper pipe and low carbon steel pipe.
Cold Water Systems - collection, storage, treatment, supply and distribution of cold water.
Hot Water Systems - instantaneous and storage systems.
Central Heating Systems - level 2 covers pipework only.
Electrical Supply - level 2 is restricted to basic practical skills on non-live components.
Sanitation Systems - sanitary appliances, pipework and fittings and rainwater systems.
Sheet Lead Work - basic principles, fabrication techniques, weathering and flashing.
Environmental Awareness - energy conservation, disposal of waste and prevention of wastage.
Working With Others - as well as excellent technical skills, you will need to know how to deal with other people by developing your personal skills.
Basic Plumbing Studies - with a GOLA end test.
Practical Tests:
After initial training, students will be assessed through a wide range of practical tasks and multiple-choice test papers set by City & Guilds.
Bathroom installation
Maintenance
Commissioning and de-commissioning
Fault finding
Heating systems/copper/plastic/low carbon steel
Drainage
Leadwork
Electrical
Achieving an NVQ Level 2
After completion of the 6129, the next step is the 6089 NVQ Level 2. This is a work based qualification which means you will need to demonstrate that you can carry out a broad range of plumbing skills in the workplace. Assessors will carry out a number of on-site visits (around 6) to gather evidence for your portfolio.
City & Guilds 6129 Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing