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On-Demand course
7 hours
All levels
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)
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).
10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
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.
This Domestic Plumbing & Repair course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.
Employment opportunities in this sectors:
Pipefitter
Plumber
Pipe welder
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