Training & Assessments for the Gas, Plumbing,
           Electrical and Construction Industries.
 
                                                               Level 1 - Basic Plumbing Certificate

 

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course aim:

 
  The Level 1 Practical Plumbing Certificate course is designed to educate candidates in the skills and knowledge they require to gain an understanding of basic household plumbing tasks. Successful candidates can use this trade recognised qualification to help them gain employment within the plumbing industry, or in some cases, to progress to higher-level qualifications, including NVQ's (National Vocational Qualifications).
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
         
entry requirements:     course content:  
There are no specific requirements for the Level 1 Basic Plumbing Certificate training and assessment. Application is open to both male and female candidates aged 16 years and over.     Candidates will be trained in the basic principles and practical aspects of domestic plumbing, and gain the skills required to carry out numerous practical tasks including pipe bending and joining, layout and installation, sanitary ware installation, domestic central heating systems, plus all the generic modules of Health and Safety.  
     
     
     
     
     
     
         
  modes of attendance:     training method:
         
  Course duration: 16 weeks     The course will consist of both practical, and theory based training sessions. All course work books and hand-outs are provided with this course.
  Mon to Fri - 6.00pm - 9.00pm    
  (2 evenings per week), or    
  Saturdays - 8.30am - 1.30pm    
        course modules:
  assessment method:      
       
  • Copper tube installation, fabrication, and testing.
  • Plastic pipe installation and fabrication.
  • Plumbing principles and processes.
  • Sanitation and drainage systems.
  • Domestic hot and cold water systems.
  • Sanitary ware installation. Candidates will install a full bathroom suite, including hot and cold water supply, and waste pipe system.
  • Fix and install panel radiators to system pipe work (Central heating systems design).
  • Installation of rainwater guttering system, and knowledge of drainage system.
  • Installation and connection of domestic household appliances including washing machines and kitchen sink units.
  • Repairs and maintenance of domestic plumbing systems.
  • Topic exams and assessments.
  This course consists of both practical and theory based assessments.    
     
     
       
  outcome/qualification:    
       
  The Level 1 Basic Plumbing Certificate can help candidates gain employment within the plumbing industry, and in some cases, may be enough to grant you entry onto an NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) at an higher level, or even progression onto a Domestic Natural Gas Foundation Training Course.    
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
       
   
  Please note: A deposit will be required by Walsall Training Centre from each candidate upon a course or assessment placement being secured.
 
   
  For more information on this, or any other Walsall Training Centre course, please contact a member of our training team today on Walsall 01922 612121. We will be happy to help you with any queries or questions you may have.
 
 
   
   
  Walsall Training Centre, Unit C, Fenchurch Close, Birchills House Industrial Estate, Walsall, West Midlands,
  WS2 8LJ. Tel: 01922 612121 - Fax: 01922 613316.
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