Overview
Plumbing Advanced (Level 3)This qualification is for students who are interested in developing technical and professional skills, leading to meaningful employment in the plumbing industry. Students will learn about complex cold, hot, sanitation, central heating systems and environmental technologies. The course covers fault finding, commissioning and safe and efficient running of plumbing systems.
This course will enable students to transition into the plumbing industry with a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification. Students will learn how to plan and design hot, cold, heating and sanitation systems and environmental technologies.
Students benefit from gaining a higher level qualification in plumbing that can lead to a wider range of employment opportunities.
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Entry requirements
Essential:
- GCSE maths and English grades 4 or above
- A nationally recognised Level 2 plumbing qualification
The qualification
8202- 35 Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Plumbing Studies
How will I be assessed?
- 1 Theory exam, externally set and marked.
- 1 Synoptic assignment, externally set and internally marked before moderation
Course content
What will I study?
You will study:
- Domestic central heating systems planning and design
- Principles and requirements of environmental technology systems
- Domestic sanitation system installation, commissioning, service and maintenance techniques
- Cold water systems planning and design
- Hot water systems planning and design
- Building services site procedures and planning
Next steps
Completion of this course can lead to a higher level apprenticeship, on successful completion of the apprenticeship learners would be recognised by the industry as a ‘competent plumber’.
This could lead to the following employment opportunities :
- Plumbing and heating engineer
- Domestic heating installer
Average salary expectations start at £30,000 but can increase with experience to £46,000.
Additional information
Equipment needed:
Students are required to wear safety boots and work trousers in the workshop.
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, or contact info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.
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Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.
Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
Financial Support
For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.
Accessibility
We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.
