Plumbing Level 2

Course Code: BA142
Award Level 2, Similar to - NVQ Level 2, GCSE (Grades A*-C)

Plumbers are currently in very high demand.

Enrolling on this Plumbing course can open many doors to a brand new, more rewarding future. Plumbing is a well paid profession and most of the time you can choose the hours you work. Plumbers are involved in lots of exciting projects including domestic work, maintenance work, callouts and new buildings.

This course will introduce you to many different parts of plumbing such as; installing and maintaining pipes, installing bathrooms, fix and connect radiators, water tanks, health and safety and even roof work.

Course Content

Unit 1: Plumbing Introduction

The Apprenticeship scheme
Plumbing S/NVQ
Technical certificate scheme
Plumbing industry
Specialist work
Structure of the plumbing industry

Unit 2: Health & Safety

Personal safety and the safety of others
Regulations
Risk assessments
Fire safety
Emergencies
Electrical shock and first aid
COSHH
LPG & Lead

Unit 3: Common Plumbing Processes

Hand tools & power tools
Measuring & marking out
Cutting
Bending
Jointing
Fixing

Unit 4: Key Plumbing Principles

Materials
Plumbing Science
Electricity
Calculations

Unit 5: Sanitation Systems

Sanitary appliances
Pipeworks systems and installation
Soundness testing
Rainwater systems
Maintenance & De-commissioning
Regulations

Unit 6: Electricity

Electricity supply systems installation
Earth continuity
Testing
De-commissioning
Regulations

Unit 7: Cold Water Systems

Collection & storage
Water treatment & distribution
Service & mains collection
Service pipework
Water meters
Direct and in-direct systems
Cold water storage cisterns
Water softeners
Frost protection
Maintenance & De-commissioning
Regulations

Unit 8: Domestic Hot Water Systems

Vented and un-vented systems
Methods of heating water
Types of systems
Properties of water
Capacity of storage vessels
System components
Maintenance & De-commissioning
Regulations

Unit 9: Cold and Hot Water Systems and Components

Taps and valves used in hot and cold plumbing systems
System installation requirements
Soundness testing
Maintenance

Unit 10: Central Heating Systems

Systems and components - including boilers
Central heating controls
Energy efficiency
Maintenance & De-commissioning
Regulations

Unit 11: Sheet Lead Weatherings

Basic Principles
Fabrication techniques
Flashings

Unit 12: Environmental Awareness

The need for energy conservation
Legislation
The building regulations
Reducing waste
Safe disposal of waste
Customer advice

This home learning course will take approximately 180 hours and we provide a full 12 months to complete the course.

Assessment

The Plumbing course assessment takes the form of a series of written assignments, which are submitted and marked by your tutor. There are also a number of multi-choice test papers that must be completed from home.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start at any time and there are no time limits on this home learning course.

Qualifications

Once the course has been successfully completed, students will receive the Diploma in Plumbing. Students can also go on to complete the City & Guilds 6129 Technical Certificate. Once this diploma course is completed, students will only need to complete the practical training and exam at a Techniclass centre local to you. Prices for this are additional and depend on each centre.
Once this diploma course is completed, students will also have covered the theory work to gain the NVQ level 2 in Mechanical Engineering Services Plumbing, but will need to complete practical training and assessments at an additional cost. If you do have 5 or more year's experience, you will be exempt from practical training.

Course Questions & Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course. We do ask that students are over the age of 16. Students will also benefit from having internet access.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

We provide students with a full 12 months to complete the course, this is a lot more time than you need so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines, this course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

You will receive your official course manuals
Unlimited tutor support via email
Study guide
FREE Water Regulations Guide

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

You will receive your certificate based on coursework and multi choice exams.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

Once we receive your work we will mark it and contact you with your result. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your certificate proving your success in Plumbing.