Plumbing

Diploma Level 2

Study mode Full time

Location Moulton / Higham Ferrers

Level Level 2

Start date Sep 2024

Duration 1 year

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Our Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing will provide you with further skills and insights into this industry. Our Plumbing students have access to an exciting range of specialist resources at the College. You will use our unique workshop equipped with state-of-the-art tools and facilities to develop a range of skills.

As part of your course you will have the opportunity to undertake commercial experience and apprenticeships in Plumbing and Heating, where you will learn and develop practical skills that will be vital for your future.

Guided by our expert lecturers you will develop your skills in domestic hot and cold water installations and gain a wider knowledge of central heating systems. Through practical and theoretical learning you will find out more about the electrical principles, as well as a focus on the implementation of drainage systems. You will cover modules including:

Health and Safety
Common Plumbing Processes
Domestic Cold Water
Domestic Hot Water
Electrical Principles
Scientific Principles
Sanitation
Communication within BSE
Central Heating
Drainage

Hi-Vis and Work Safety Boots are required to undertake this course. All of our equipment is supplied by Baca.

In addition you may find it useful to purchase a textbook for your course. This can be purchased from a range of suppliers including Amazon.

This is a full time course taking place on three full days per week. There will be a mix of practical and theoretical work which are split into two hour lessons. You will have regular breaks including a lunch break.

Assessment consists of the following:

Practical assessments
Externally assessed Exams
Internal Exams
Written coursework and workbooks

This diploma will give you the chance to progress to a Level 3 T-Level in Building Services Engineering: Plumbing & Heating, subject to meeting the entry requirements. You could also progress to an apprenticeship, full-time employment in the industry as a plumber or set up as a sole trader (self-employed).

Four GCSE passes at Grade 3 (D) or above including English and Maths or Level 1 Diploma in a related Construction subject.