Pre-Apprenticeship Plumbing

Construction

Pre-Apprenticeship Plumbing (R1407P)

Is the Course for Me?
Learners will need to have a keen interest in learning a trade and be prepared to work in confined, and sometimes damp, spaces if they are to successfully pursue a career in this industry.

What will I Learn?
As part of the Pre-Apprenticeship course, learners will study the following units:

• Removal and Re-fitting of a Water-filled Radiator
• Transferring Levels in Plumbing
• Working with Non-Manipulative Compression Fittings
• Copper Pipe Bending and Jointing
• Working with Steel Pipework and Fittings
• Connecting Plastic Fittings to a Utility Sink
• Connecting Plastic Fittings to a Cold Water Cistern and Central Heating Header Tank
• Connecting Flex to Common Apparatus

How will I Learn?
This vocational course is made up of a mix of both practical and theory elements. Practical classes will be carried out in the College's plumbing workshops, whilst theory classes will take place in one of the classrooms at the College.

Learners will need to provide overalls and safety footwear as well as writing and drawing equipment.

How will I be Assessed?
Learners will achieve their qualification by completing practical activities and answering question papers throughout the course.

What Enrichments are Available?
Learners will have access to a wide range of enrichment activities within the College to develop and broaden their experience of College life. Enrichment activities include joining sports team, playing golf and taking part in organised trips such as paintballing or to Meadowhall.

Are there and Trips or Visits?
Trips and visits do not form a part of this course. Learners are however encouraged to take part in College enrichment activities.

Is there any Work Experience?
Formal work experience does not form a part of this course, however learners will spend a considerable amount of time in the College workshops learning practical skills ready for the workplace.

What can I Progress to?
On successful completion of this course learners will hold a recognised national Level 1 qualification.

There are a range of further opportunities and qualifications to be gained following a Level 1 course. These include undertaking an appropriate Level 2 Apprenticeship or full-time Technical Certificate.

Other Learner's Experiences
The majority of learners who undertake this course progress onto higher level courses to further develop their skills before seeking employment in industry.

Course Code
R1407P

Award Level
Level 1

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