Plumbing.

Get started.

Get a feel for the course by trying the activity below. Bring these along when you start class in September.

Things to read:

• The City & Guilds Textbook: Plumbing Book 1 for the Level 3 Apprenticeship (9189), Level 2 Technical Certificate (8202) & Level 2 Diploma (6035)

• The City & Guilds Textbook: Plumbing Book 2 for the Level 3 Apprenticeship (9189), Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma (8202) and Level 3 Diploma

• Home Plumbing Manual (New Ed): The complete step-by-step guide

Things to watch:

• https://youtu.be/fS4hQvuP2Pw

• https://youtu.be/6_8tTzvcg-c

• https://youtu.be/qIuyT3sJ9XQ

Activities:

• Have a look online, what types of plumbing jobs are available in your local area?

• What are pipes made from?

• What does push fit mean?

• What is the difference between a sink and a basin?

• Where would you go for plumbing parts?

Why study Plumbing with NCC?

Plumbing  is both hands on and theory based. The practical part of our course is delivered in purpose-built workshops that have individual bays fitted.

• Each students has their own work bay and to carry out practical work as though it were a live job. It really helps give us an insight into what life will be like in industry. 

• We cover a range of skills required in the plumbing sector like hot water, cold water, sanitation and central heating.

• We work in industry standard Plumbing workshops

• We are trained by highly experienced tutors that support and guide us throughout our course to reach our full potential.

• The college has amazing links with industry and employers, giving us lots of opportunity to gain work experience, network and even be offered jobs!

Frequently asked questions.

• What can I earn as plumber?

  There is a wide range of opportunities in Plumbing, so it really depends on what pathway you choose when you finish. The average daily rate for a plumber in the UK is between £150 and £200.

• What can I do after my qualification?

  After completing the Plumbing courses, you’ll have a qualification that shows employers and customers you have the skills to work in a range of jobs!

  Some students go into industry as plumbing technicians, who specialise in the service, repair and replacement of residential plumbing, heating, cooling systems.

  Other may become pipe fitters, steamfitters or gas service technicians.