NC Plumbing
SCQF Level 5 - 6
This course is essential to help you make your way in the expanding Building and Mechanical Services industry. This course is designed to give you an introduction to the essential skills you will need as a Plumber.
What You Study
A mixture of practice and theory topics.
An Introduction to:
- Building Services in Domestic Low-rise Buildings
- Domestic Heating Systems
- Construction Site Surveying
- Sustainability in the Building Industry
- Electrical and Hand Wiring Skills
- Lead Burning, Bronze, Welding and Hard Soldering
- Health and Safety in the Building Industry
- Computer Aided Drawing in Construction
Duration and Attendance
Entry Requirements
One of the following:
- 3 Standard Grades at Grade 4 or above in Numeracy, Communication and Information Technology
- Award in NC Construction Foundation
- Relevant industrial experience or other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis
To help us make selection applicants will be invited to a group interview whereby you will undertake a British Plumbing Employers Council (BPEC) Test. Applicants will be considered after completing and achieving a pass mark of 70% or above. If you have any disability, which will require support to undertake the test please advise the interviewer. Advice on referral will be offered to those who are unsuccessful.
Further Study
- HNC Mechanical Engineering
- HNC Construction
Career Opportunities
- Modern Apprenticeship in Plumbing
- Employment within the Mechanical Building Services Industries
This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.
| Full Time |
05 Sep 2011
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15 Jun 2012
|
Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) |
course full |
| Full Time |
03 Sep 2012
|
14 Jun 2013
|
Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) |
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While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is
subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.