Domestic Plumbing & Pipe Fitting
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- Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
- Tutor is available to students
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Overview
Becoming a plumber is a rewarding career choice everywhere in the UK, including London. The average daily rate for a plumber in the UK is between £150 and £200. The National Careers Service reports that the average annual pay for plumbers in the UK ranges from £15,000 to £40,000, which occasionally can reach £60,000 depending on skills and qualifications.
Our Domestic Plumbing & Pipe Fitting course will cover topics; such as basic components of plumbing, domestic plumbing & cold water system, plumbing materials & skills, and plumbing repairs. The UK standards for plumbing concepts are also covered. This course will give you the tools to improve your skills in this field and gain confidence in your knowledge base.
Key Topics To Be Covered:
- Gain knowledge about the UK standards for plumbing
- Understanding the basic components & tools of plumbing
- Learn about the home plumbing system
- Gain an overall understanding of domestic cold & hot water system
- Deep knowledge of plumbing materials & skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of plumbing features
- Understand the concept of plumbing repair
Meet the Accreditation
CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) accreditation assure the Domestic Plumbing & Repair course training and learning activities are relevant, reliable, and upto date.
Expert Support
Dedicated tutor support and 24/7 customer support are available to all students with this premium quality course.
Key Benefits
- Learning materials of the Design course contain engaging voiceover and visual elements for your comfort.
- Get 24/7 access to all content for a full year.
- Each of our students gets full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday)
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Description
Course Curriculum:
Module 1: The UK Standards for Plumbing
- What Is An Approved Plumber?
- Water Supply Regulations
- External Pipework
- Polyethylene Pipes
- Unplasticised PVC Pipes
- Steel Pipes
- Iron Pipes
- Stop Valves To Premises
- Drinking Water Tap
- General Requirements
Module 2: The Basic Components of Plumbing
- Pipes
- Pex Pipe
- Steel Pipe
- Supply Fittings
- Copper tees
Module 3: The Plumbing Tools
- Pressure Tester
- SDS Drill
- Immersion Heater Spanner
- Basin Spanner
Module 4: Principles of Effective Plumbing Systems
- Liquid waste disposal goals
- Goals
Module 5: The Home Plumbing System
- Water Supply System
- Drain-Waste-Vent System
Module 6: Domestic Cold Water System
- Cold Water System Components
- Copper and Plastic Pipes
- Lead Pipes
- Cold Feed
- The Warning Pipe
- Types of Cold Water System
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Direct System
- Cold Water Systems in Multi-Storey Buildings
Module 7: Plumbing Fixtures
- Choosing a New Toilet
- How to Remove a Toilet
- Kitchen Faucets
- Choosing a New Kitchen Faucet
- Bathroom Faucets
- How to Install a Single-body Faucet
- Alcove Bathtubs
- Tips for Installing Bathtubs
- How to Install a New Alcove Tub
- Sliding Tub Doors
- Jetted Tub
- Urinals
- Flushing Options for Urinals
- How to Install a Urinal
- Integral Vanity Tops
Module 8: Central Heating Systems
- The boiler size
- The header tank
- Motorised Valve
- Open vented system layout
Module 9: Understand Domestic Cold Water System
- Types Of Cold Water System
- Pipe Sizes For The Direct System
- Pipe Sizes For The Indirect System
- Direct Boosting Systems
Module 10: Plumbing Installations
- Basics
- Install DWV Pipes for the Tub & Shower
- How to Connect Drain Pipes to a Main Waste-Vent Stack
- How to Install the Water Supply Pipes
- Half Bath
- Air Admittance Valves
Module 11: Hot Water System
- Terminology
- Open Vented Direct Hot Water Storage Systems
- Direct System Hot Water Storage System with Electric Immersion Heater
- Instantaneous Hot Water Heaters
- Factors
Module 12: Plumbing Repairs
- Common Toilet Problems
- Minor Adjustments
- Quick Fixes
- Reset Tank Water Level
- Main Stacks
- Supply Pipes
Module 13: Plumbing Materials & Skills
- How to Cut Rigid & Flexible Copper Pipe
- How to Take Apart Soldered Joints
- How to Solvent-Glue Rigid Plastic Pipe
- Working with Outdoor Flexible Plastic Pipe
Module 14: Glossary and Appendix
- Definition of the Terms Used in the Course
- Appendix: Metric Conversion Charts
Course Assessment
To simplify the procedure of evaluation and accreditation for learners, we provide an automated assessment system. Upon completion of an online module, you will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test. The results will be evaluated instantly, and the score will be displayed for your perusal. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.
When all tests have been successfully passed, you will be able to order a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme.
Exam & Retakes:
It is to inform our learners that the initial exam for this online course is provided at no additional cost. In the event of needing a retake, a nominal fee of £9.99 will be applicable.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the assessment procedure, learners can obtain their certification by placing an order and remitting a fee of £9 for PDF Certificate and £15 for the Hardcopy Certificate within the UK ( An additional £10 postal charge will be applicable for international delivery).
Who is this course for?
This domestic plumbing & pipe fitting course does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience.
- Anybody interested in plumbing & pipe fitting
- Anybody who wants to know about domestic plumbing & pipe fitting
- You do not need any prior experience for this course.
- This course is entirely online.
Requirements
This Domestic Plumbing & Repair course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.
Career path
Employment opportunities in this sectors:
- Pipefitter
- Plumber
- Pipe welder
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