Free Level 2 Diploma Plumbing Course in Lowestoft. Classes run at Lowestoft Campus, full-time during the day. This City and Guilds diploma plumbing qualification covers the core skills and knowledge you need to work in the plumbing trade. The course runs to 636 hours of study. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Plumbing Level 2 Diploma E&T (ACL00YELF2 25/26LA) is based in the Plumbing department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen CG as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to install and maintain cold water systems
You'll learn how to work with hot water and heating systems
You'll develop skills in pipework, jointing, and fitting
You'll understand health and safety practices on site
You'll learn how to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
You'll develop knowledge of plumbing regulations and industry standards
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical workshop sessions and classroom-based teaching at Lowestoft Campus. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate your plumbing skills, along with written assignments and tests covering underpinning knowledge. The City and Guilds framework sets the assessment requirements for this Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lowestoft Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber. Install and repair water, heating, and drainage systems.
Heating engineer. Service and install boilers and central heating.
Gas engineer. Maintain gas appliances (further Gas Safe registration required).
Maintenance plumber. Keep plumbing systems running in commercial or residential buildings.
Plumbing apprentice. Combine on-the-job training with further study.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. The next step for plumbers aiming for a skilled-worker CSCS card and greater responsibility on site.
Gas Safe training and ACS assessment. Required if you want to work legally on gas appliances.
Level 3 Diploma in Domestic Heating. Specialise in boiler installation and central heating systems.
