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Level 1 - Foundation Plumbing - Study Programme

Rotherham College

Eastwood Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 1EG

Vocationally-related Qualification (VRQ)
Level 1

Available start dates

Available start dates

Thursday, 01 October 2026
Rotherham College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This course acts as a taster to the Building Services Engineering (BSE) sector. It is an ideal starting point for those looking to become a Plumber within the construction trade or looking to become self-employed.

Course Details

Units covered will include:
  • Understand and carry out safe working practices in building services engineering
  • Understand how to communicate with others within building services engineering
  • Understand how to apply environmental protection measures within building services engineering
  • Understand fundamental scientific principles within building services engineering
  • Understand and carry out copper pipe fabrication work for domestic plumbing systems
  • Understand and carry out low carbon steel pipe fabrication work for domestic plumbing systems
  • Understand and carry out plastic pipe fabrication work for domestic plumbing systems
  • Understand the key features of domestic plumbing systems
  • Understand and demonstrate techniques for installing and securing plumbing pipework

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Your course assessments may include:
  • Assessment is by a range of tutor assessed practical assignments
  • Online knowledge tests

Your next steps...

  • Advanced Apprenticeship in Plumbing
  • Level 2 Plumbing

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