Part Time Certificate in Basic Plumbing Studies 6129 Level 2 (Linked with 6089 NVQ Level 2)

Awarding Body

CGLI

Course Content

The course aims to provide students with the practical skills, knowledge and experience with which to be effective in the plumbing industry. It covers the key plumbing principles and the theory of areas such as hot and cold water systems, electrical supply and safety.

Course Features

Maintain safe working environment when undertaking plumbing activities

Install non-complex plumbing systems and components.

Contribute to the improvement of the plumbing work environment

Maintain effective plumbing working relationships

Decommission non-complex plumbing systems

Maintain non-complex plumbing systems and components
Career Prospects and Progression

Plumbers are needed for new construction work and to carry out maintenance and repairs in all buildings. They work for plumbing or mechanical engineering service contractors, which range from small businesses to larger companies employing people from different trades. Plumbers also work for building contractors and public sector bodies such as local authorities. Many plumbers are self employed, either working alone or running small businesses.

Modules

- Safety in Plumbing Activities - Key Plumbing Principles - Common Plumbing Principles - Cold Water Systems - Domestic Hot Water Systems - Sanitation Systems - Central Heating Systems pipework only - Electrical supply and Earth Continuity - Sheet Lead Weathering - Environmental Awareness in Plumbing - Effective working relationships in the Plumbing Industry.

Method of Assessment

Multi choice question papers testing for underpinning knowledge and practical tasks.

Course Length

1-2 Years

Time of Delivery

Day or Evening

Campus

Ammanford Campus

Bilingual Provision

Students can receive course materials in Welsh

Entry Requirements

No formal qualification required but applicants must have access to industrial/site experience.

Full-time or Part-time

Part Time