Plumbing Level 1

Units and Structure

The course is made up of the following units.

• Understand and carry out safe working practices in Building Services Engineering
• Understand how to communicate with others within Building Services Engineering
• Understand how to apply environmental protection measures within BSE
• Understand fundamental scientific principles within building services engineering
• Understand and carry out copper pipe fabrication work for domestic plumbing systems
• Understand and carry out low carbon steel pipe fabrication work for domestic plumbing systems
• Understand and carry out plastic pipe fabrication work for domestic plumbing systems
• Understand the key features of domestic plumbing systems
• Understand and demonstrate techniques for installing and securing plumbing pipework

Entry Requirements

You'll need to have:

• GCSE Grade D or Grade 3 or above In Maths and English or grade 3 (minimum requirements)
• All applicants are required to undertake an initial and diagnostic assessment in Maths and English and achieve  level 1 scores prior to an interview.
• It is also important that you have an interest in this dynamic industry, that you have a lively and enquiring mind, an interest in the sector, a willingness to explore new ideas and the ability to communicate your ideas.

For equivalent qualifications see our Entry Requirements Explained page.

Tutors and Student Support

Student Support and Facilities

As a student, you’ll have access to a wide range of facilities, services and support, including:

• Step outside the classroom  and access our state of the art facilities as well as 3 huge Learning Resource Centres with thousands of resources to use
• With hands-on experience you’ll be prepared for employment with a competitive edge.
• A dedicated impartial careers advice team to help you on your future path
• Our wide range of courses means that we can offer the right paths to get you where you need to be
• Our Hub campus is right in the heart of the town centre meaning you can find your way to us easily
• Outstanding student support throughout your studies with us.