Introduction to Construction (Plumbing)
Qualification Gained: City and Guilds of London Institute Extended Certificate in Construction Skills
Study LevelLevel 1 Course TypeSchool Leavers Duration1 Academic Year Start DateSeptember 2025 Study ModeFull-time LocationTrinity GreenOverview
Our introductory course in Plumbing Installation provides you with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to secure a job in the plumbing industry. It focuses on a hands-on experience whilst maintaining strict adherence to safety and industry standards.
Like a domestic plumber working in a dwelling, you will demonstrate understanding of basic plumbing principles, identify and use common plumbing tools and equipment safely, install basic Plumbing systems and components, perform basic plumbing hand skills and jointing techniques. All this plumbing installation work will be applied to relevant health and safety regulations within the work environment.
Key Info
You will learn about the importance of health and safety in the construction industry, how to minimise the risk of accidents caused by hazards and the types of construction methods used in construction including sustainability. You will also learn the types of activities and job opportunities and set up/maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Introduction to Health and Safety in Construction
- Introduction to the Construction Industry
- Removing and Refitting Water-Filled Radiators
- Working with Non-manipulative fittings
- Bending and Jointing copper pipes
- Connecting Pipes and Fittings to Appliances
- Constructing Combined Frames
- Installing Rain Water Goods
- Working with Low Carbon Steel Pipes and Fittings
Entry to this course requires GCSE math’s and English at a grade 2 as a minimum.
You will demonstrate your skills in the plumbing workshop and assessment center that start off easy, and get more and more technical as you progress. You will be learning how to connect various pipework materials together using a range of jointing techniques, measuring, cutting and bending of copper and steel pipework and installing basic components such as hand wash basins and radiators. When you are ready, you will be a key player in the construction projects we run with employers in our active learning areas that simulate a real-life construction site.
Your course may include experience of work or a work placement that could lead to the offer of a part-time, voluntary or casual work. You might be able to work outside of your studies. Our students benefit from local site visits and trips to construction companies within the local community.
Successful completion of this course can lead to the Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing, Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing, employment or an Apprenticeship. Careers include:
- Plumber
- Bathroom Fitter
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact [email protected]
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