Domestic Plumbing course

You will be attending a series of 5 day practical sessions at our training centre, to complete the practical work modules that make up your programme. These practical modules will give you the underpinning knowledge and experience required to carry out domestic plumbing work. These elements will form the basis of your skills and give you a theoretical understanding through training, assessment and exams, giving you the skills and confidence to work effectively and safely on various plumbing systems. At any stage during the course you will have opportunity to discuss your progress with one of our expert tutors, who will be guiding you through your training. You can build a portfolio of work which can be used as proof of your accomplishments. You will need to provide your own overalls and steel toe-capped working shoes, although these can be provided at cost price. All necessary tools will be provided for the duration of your training. The theory modules have been developed to provide a good understanding of the subject matter in preparation for the practical days. The practical days are designed to instil in you the basic skills to work with copper pipes and plumbers tools and fittings. Modules include: Servicing and maintenance of hot water supplies Working safely and effectively with water supplies Working with copper pipe work and plastic push-fit components Maintaining and troubleshooting domestic plumbing Installation and maintenance of bathrooms and sanitary equipment Health, safety and environmental considerations when plumbing Installation of Airing cupboards Installation and maintenance of heating systems