This in-depth course will give you a high level of practical experience in a range of plumbing practices such as pipe cutting, threading, bending and fitting. You will be given the opportunity to use the latest tools and materials and learn in industry-standard workshops.

Student working in the workshop
  • What you will study
    • Health and safety in building services engineering
    • Electrical principles and processes for building services engineering
    • Scientific principles for domestic, industrial and commercial plumbing
    • Common plumbing processes
    • Cold water systems
    • Dometsic hot water systems
    • Sanitation
    • Central heating systems
    • Drainage systems
    • Understand how to communicate with others in building services engineering
    • English, maths and employability skills
  • Entry Requirements

    4 GCSEs at grades 9-3 (A*-D) (English and maths desirable) or a Level 1 qualification.

  • Assessment

    Classroom-based should be online multiple choice assessments and practical workshops

  • Moving Forward

    Apprenticeship in Plumbing or employment

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Cost and Loans

    You will be required to purchase your own safety boots, but all other materials will be provided

Events

Student Support

Starting college can be a giant leap if you have just finished school or are returning to education after a few years. We will make this transition as easy as possible, providing all the support you need to settle in

Financial Support

We are committed to supporting students in order for them to overcome any financial barriers to learning.

Term Dates

Key term dates and opening times