Free Level 2 Diploma Plumbing Course in Birkenhead. Classes run at Wirral Waters, daytime, with flexible study over one year. The course is funded by the government for adults who do not already hold a full Level 3 qualification. You'll cover the skills needed to install, commission, test and maintain plumbing systems as part of mechanical engineering services. The City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma Plumbing Course covers practical and technical knowledge that employers in the plumbing trade expect at this level. These free diploma plumbing classes take roughly one year to complete.
Who this course is for
This course covers skills necessary to identify requirements for installing, commissioning, testing and maintaining Mechanical Engineering Services - Plumbing systems.
Entry requirements
You will need 2 GCSE's at Grade 3 or above and GCSE Maths at Grade 4 (or Functional Skill level 2) to study at this level. If you have a beginner/Introductory qualification in the subject you want to study and a maths GCSE at Grade 3 (or Functional Skill level 1) you can study at this level. Entry requirements for Level 2 courses in some sectors may be more specific. If you're unsure whether you meet these requirements, don't worry – we can help you find a suitable course that al
What you will learn
You'll identify requirements for installing domestic and commercial plumbing systems.
You'll learn how to commission and test plumbing installations.
You'll develop skills in maintaining mechanical engineering services plumbing systems.
You'll understand the principles behind safe plumbing practice.
You'll work with the tools, materials and components used in plumbing work.
You'll apply technical knowledge to fault-find and problem-solve on plumbing systems.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Wirral Waters, combining practical skills work with underpinning technical knowledge. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written or knowledge-based assessments as required by the City and Guilds Diploma in Plumbing Studies. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm this is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wirral Waters will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber's mate: assist qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs.
Trainee plumber: entry-level plumbing work under supervision.
Maintenance operative: plumbing maintenance in housing or facilities.
Heating and plumbing installer: install heating and hot water systems.
Building services operative: support mechanical services on construction sites.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating: the qualification plumbers need to work independently and gain a CSCS skilled-worker card. A natural next step after Level 2.
Level 3 Award in Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems: a specialist qualification required to work on unvented systems legally.
Gas Safe registration training: needed to work on gas appliances and pipework in the UK.
