Free Level 2 Plumbing Course in Leeds – Leeds College of Building – Full-time
CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 2 Diploma Plumbing Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds College of Building, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. You'll cover the science behind plumbing and heating, including heat transfer, pressure and forces, alongside the environmental impact of plumbing systems. Practical work includes installing bathrooms, heating systems, showers, taps and valves, and learning to cut, bend and solder copper pipe and join plastic pipe. You'll also learn how to prepare a worksite safely before starting a job.
Who this course is for
L2 Diploma in Plumbing: The science behind plumbing and heating e.g. heat transfers, power, forces and pressure; The environmental impact of plumbing and heating; How to install bathrooms, heating systems and waste sanitation systems; How to install and maintain showers, taps and valves; How to cut, bend and solder copper pipe ready for installation; How to cut and join plastic pipe ready for installation; How to prepare the workplace/site ready for work to be carried out
Entry requirements
If you are aged 16-18 you will complete an assessment and attend an interview. If you are aged 19 and over you will complete an assessment. It is desirable that you have a Level 1 Diploma or an equivalent Building Services Engineering qualification.
What you will learn
You'll understand the science of heat transfer, power, forces and pressure in plumbing and heating systems.
You'll learn about the environmental impact of plumbing and heating installations.
You'll install bathrooms, heating systems and waste sanitation systems.
You'll install and maintain showers, taps and valves.
You'll cut, bend and solder copper pipe ready for installation.
You'll cut and join plastic pipe ready for installation.
You'll prepare a workplace or site ready for work to be carried out safely.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on work at Leeds College of Building. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written work that tests your knowledge of plumbing systems, installation techniques and health and safety. You'll be assessed throughout the course rather than in a single end exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Leeds College of Building will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber. Install and maintain domestic and commercial plumbing systems.
Heating engineer. Service and install central heating and boiler systems.
Bathroom fitter. Fit and finish bathrooms in residential properties.
Maintenance plumber. Carry out repairs and upkeep in housing or facilities.
Plumbing labourer. Support qualified plumbers on site while building experience.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. The qualification many plumbers need to work independently and apply for a Gold CSCS card.
Gas Safe training and ACS assessment. Required to work legally on gas appliances in the UK.
Plumbing apprenticeship. Combine on-the-job experience with further study toward full trade status.
