Plumbing (Building Work)
Kendal College - Westmorland and Furness
01539814700
Milnthorpe Road, Kendal, LA9 5AY
Course summary

This course is designed to equip you with the basic skills in plumbing and heating. You will learn about health and safety, plumbing science, plumbing processes, cold and hot water, central heating, sanitation, and other subjects related to the industry. On the Level 3 program, you will study more advanced subjects such as environmental technology. All of our learners will be given support with their English and Maths skills where relevant to their main program. Those students who have not yet achieved a 'C' grade at GCSE in these subjects will continue to work towards these important qualifications at a level suited to them. The course has been designed to contribute to providing evidence of occupational competence to enable progression to a level 3 qualification, or an apprenticeship. The course will cover the following modules: - Health and Safety - Plumbing and heating processes - Electrical and scientific principles - Cold water - Hot water central heating - Sanitation - Intro to renewable technologies (heat pumps, solar thermal, energy conservation)

Entry requirements

You should normally have four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths or English.

How you'll be assessed

You will be assessed through a synoptic practical exam and online theory exams and provided with work placement to gain the essential skills for the industry.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityWestmorland and Furness
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressMilnthorpe Road, Kendal, LA9 5AY