Train 4 Trade Skills - Plumbing Course
Section 1 Part A
Pre Attendance Study Modules - Theory
Module 1 - Plumbing Induction
- What is a Plumbing NVQ?
- Technical Certificate Scheme
- Career Opportunities
- Industry Overview
- Specialist Work
- Industry Structure
- A Typical Business
- Building Your Record of Evidence (Portfolio)
Module 2 - Health & Safety
- Personal Safety & the Safety of Others
- Regulations
- Risk Assessments
- Access
- Fire Safety & Emergencies
- Electrical Shock & First Aid
- COSHH
- LPG and Lead
- Safety and Gas Escape Emergency procedures
Module 3 - Common Plumbing Processes
- Hand Tools
- Power Tools
- Measuring
- Marking Out
- Cutting
- Bending
- Jointing
- Fixing
Module 4 - Key Plumbing Principles
- Materials
- Plumbing Science
- Electricity
- Calculations
Section 1 Part B
Pre Attendance Study Modules - Theory
Module 5 - Cold Water Systems
- Collection and Storage
- Water Treatment
- Water Distribution
- Service and Mains Connection
- Service Pipework
- Water Meters
- Direct and Indirect Systems
- Cold Water Storage Cisterns
- Water Softeners
- Frost Protection
- System Components
- Maintenance and Decommissioning
- Regulations
- SkillsBuilder - Interactive 3D virtual reality simulation software; Scenario 1
Module 6 - Domestic Hot Water Systems
- Vented and Unvented Systems
- Methods of Heating Water
- Types of Systems
- Storage and Instantaneous
- Thermal Properties of Water
- Venting and Overflow Arrangements
- Capacity of Storage Vessels
- Control Devices to Prevent Overheating
- Sizing Requirements for Systems
- System Components
- Maintenance and De-commissioning
- Regulations
- SkillsBuilder - Interactive 3D virtual reality simulation software; Scenario 2
Module 7 - Cold and Hot Water Systems and Components
- Taps and Valves used in Hot and Cold Plumbing Systems
- System Installation Requirements
- Soundness Testing on Coldand Hot Water Systems
- Maintenance and Decommissioning
- Regulations
- SkillsBuilder - Interactive 3D virtual reality simulation software; Scenario 3
Section 1 Part C
Pre Attendance Study Modules - Theory
Module 8 - Sanitation Systems
- Sanitary Appliances
- Traps
- Pipework Systems
- Pipework Installation
- Soundness Testing
- Rainwater Systems
- Maintenance and Decommissioning
- Regulations
Module 9 - Water Regulations
- Introduction and background / legislation
- The Regulations
- Materials and Substances in contact with water
- Requirements for water fitting
- Water system design and installation
- Commissioning (flushing, testing and sterilisation)
- Prevention of cross connection to unwholesome water
- Backflow prevention
- Cold water services
- Hot water services
- WC's, flushing devices and urinals
- Sanitary appliances and water for outside
Module 10 - An Overview of the Regulations Affecting the Modern Day Plumbing & Heating Engineer
- What are Regulations & what is their lawful status
- Specific Regulations which may affect the
- Plumbing & Heating Engineer Directly:
- Part P of the Building Regulations - Domestic Electrical Installation Works
- Part G of the Building Regulations - Domestic Plumbing works
- The 1999 Water Regulations Indirectly:
- Part F of the Building Regulations - Ventilation Requirements
- Part L of the Building Regulations - Energy Efficiency
- Who is responsible for policing the Building/Water Regulations & what is the potential consequence of non-compliance and contravention.
- How you may demonstrate compliance with the Building Regulations through appropriate training, assessment.
- Competent persons scheme operators and the benefits of membership.
Module 11 - Central Heating Systems
- Central heating systems overview
- Central heating systems explained
- Regulations and domestic heating and hot water
- Pumped CH & gravity hot water systems
- Central heating system installation layouts
- Key system design components
- Central heating system components
- Heat emitters
- Radiator accessories
- Central heating boilers
- SkillsBuilder - Interactive 3D virtual reality
simulation software; Scenario 4
Module 12 - Revision & Study Techniques
- When to Study
Practical Training Guide - Week 1-2
Week 1: City & Guilds 6022 - Copper Pipework Installation practical & theory assessments. City &Guilds 6129 assessments
- Working with copper pipe: measuring,cutting and bending to specific radius’
- Preparing pipe for jointing & jointing techniques.
- Working with LPG
- Interpreting design drawings and installing pipework to specification
- Pre-commissioning tests of installation pipe-work, soundness testing etc.
- 6129 safety assessments
- 6129 copper tubing assessments
- Multiple choice knowledge assessments to be undertaken during 1st week of attendance at training centre.
- Safety in plumbing activities
- Key plumbing principles
Week 2: City & Guilds 6032-2 - Sanitary accommodation installation, maintenance & design (Bathroom installation) City & Guilds 6129 assessments
- Bathroom design in accordance with regulations
- Preparing bathroom appliances for installation
- Appliance installation & connecting of pipework installations to include:-
- Combi boiler pipework jig fitting.
- One pipe flow and return to radiator (heat emitter).
- Pre and post commissioning tests.
- Showers - their selection & installation requirements
- Carrying out routine preventative maintenance
- Decommissioning existing bathroom suite and heat emitter.
- Understanding shower types, their supply requirements, the performance expectation and the practical installation techniques of appropriately fed shower systems.
- 6129 Safety Assessments
- 6129 Decommisioning assessment
Multiple choice knowledge assessments to be undertaken during 2nd week of attendance at training centre.
Section 2 Part A
Pre Attendance Study Modules - Theory
Module 13 - Installation & Commissioning
- Prepare work location
- Carry out installation of systems & components
- Positioning and fixing
- Connecting to services
- Testing & commissioning systems & components
Module 14 - Decommissioning & Maintenance
- Suspending operation of a system Potential hazards associated with decommissioning.
- Temporary & permanent decommissioning of systems.
- Maintain systems & components
- Range of Information available for maintenance Systems
- Maintenance procedures for systems & components
Module 15 - Introduction to Business
- Getting Started as a Plumber
- Expectations
- Training and Development
- Pitfalls of Self-employment
- Important Life Issues
- The Bottom Line
Module 16 - Challenges and Services
- What Skills do you Require
- Services Offered by a Plumber
- Setting Personal Boundaries
- Setting Clear Goals
- Business Plan and Cash Flow
Module 17 - Marketing Your Business
- Why a Target market is Vital
- Features versus Benefits
- Problem-Solving
- Business Name as a Marketing Tool
Module 18 - Online Marketing and Web Creation
- Creating a Website
- Website Promotion
- Affiliate Programmes
- Newsletters
Module 19 - Customer Care and Management
- The Importance of Customer Service
- The Cycle of Service
- Customer Contact
Module 20 - Increasing Sales
- Defining Sales
- Different Business Situations
- Topics for Expansion
Module 21 - Financial and Legal Considerations
- Setting Your Price
- Financial Planning
- Professional Advisors
- Business Banking
- Book-keeping
- How to use spreadsheets
Module 22 - Networking
- Networking Skills
- Networking Groups
- Personal Image
Module 23 - Leadership & Delegation Skills
- Identification of Skills
- Task Delegation
Module 24 - Tools and Setting up a Workshop
- General Maintenance Tools
- Installation Tools
- Setting up Your Workshop
- Tips from a Professional
Practical Training Guide - Week 3-4
Week 3: City & Guilds 6129 Training & Assessments, 1999 Water Regulations
- 1999 Water Regulations - update training and theoretical assessments
- City & Guilds 6084 Energy Efficiency Certificate
- 6129 Soil and waste pipe fabrication & installation
- 6129 Rainwater pipework guttering and downpipe installation
- 6129 Hot and cold plastic pipework
- 6129 Airing cupboard cylinder and storage cistern assessment
- 6129 Soil stack air testing
- Multiple choice knowledge assessments to be undertaken during 3rd week of attendance at training centre.
- Domestic hot water systems
- Cold Water Systems
Week 4: City & Guilds 6129 Training & Assessments
- 6129 Safety Assessments
- 6129 Low carbon steel pipework installation and assessment. LCS Machine pipe bending and threading.
- 6129 Central Heating Systems
- Two-pipe systems to include:
- Pipework layout and connections to radiators, valves, pumps, cisterns and associated components
- Introduction to heating system design
- sizing radiators and boilers. Introduction to pressurized systems
- 6129 Central Heating System Maintenance
- Introduction to maintenance of pumps, radiators and valves on heating systems
- Multiple choice knowledge assessments to be undertaken during 4th week of attendance at training centre
- Sanitation Systems
- Central Heating Systems
Section 2 Part B
Pre Attendance Study Modules - Theory
Module 25 - Sheet Lead Weatherings
- Sheet lead work overview
- Sheet lead-design considerations-SL-S1
- Hygiene, and working with lead
- Types of sheet lead
- Design/installation considerations of sheet lead
- Working with lead-SL-S2
- Tools and equipment used for sheet lead
- Lead sheet bossing
- Lead welding
- Lead welding tools and equipment
- Welding equipment and safety
- Lead welding techniques
- Domestic applications of sheet lead-SL-S3
- Installation requirements of a chimney weathering set
- Fixing the components of the chimney weatherings
- Lead slate
Module 26 - Electricity
- Electricity overview
- Principles of electricity-revision-E 1
- Basic circuit theory
- Ohm's law
- Fuses
- Circuits
- Electricity supply E2
- Generation of electricity
- Basic domestic circuits
- Earth continuity, bonding and temporary bonding
- Electricity supply systems installation-E3
- Safety requirements when working with electricity
- Inspection and testing
- Installation of appliances
- Fused spur outlets
- Earth continuity-E4
- Testing and decommissioning-E5
Module 27 - Showers
- Regulations and installing domestic electric showers
- Part P of Building Regulations
- Work activities that require Part P registration
- The 1999 Water Regulations
- Part G of the Building Regulations
- Electric Showers
- Boosted showers
- Part P Wiring requirements
- Cable selection
- General Electrical Installation requirements
Module 28 - Environmental Awareness
- The Need for Energy
- Conservation Legislation
- The Building Regulations
- Improving Energy Efficiency
- Reducing Waste
- Safe Disposal of Waste
- Customer Advice
Module 29 - Effective Working Relationships
- The Construction Team
- Communicating with Others
- Public Liability Insurance
Module 30 - Power Flushing
- What is power flushing
- The benefits of power flushing both new and existing heating system installations
- On-site water test kits- understanding and interpreting water analysis results
- Power flushing units
- The principles of operating a power flushing unit
- Selecting the appropriate flushing procedure for specific heating systems
- Power flushing additives and system protectors/inhibitors
- Descaling heating elements
- Hard and soft areas
- The power flushing process in detail
- Disposal of waste water product (sludge)
- Water analysis completion tests
Module 31 - Underfloor Heating Systems
- Introduction Definitions, symbols & abbreviations
- Principles of operation of UFH
- Applications
- Design considerations
- Sizing UFH circuits
- Site preparation
- Pipework material and tools Installation methods
- Pipework layouts and system design
- Handing over
- Applicable standards
Module 32 - Intro to Heating Design
- Regulations governing system design installations & operation
- Sources of information on the design of specific systems – plans, drawings & specifications
- Calculating the size of systems components, pipework & appliances
Practical Training Guide - Week 5-6
Week 5: City & Guilds 6129 Training & Assessments
- 6129 Safety Assessments
- 6129 sheet lead front apron side flashings back apron cover flashing and lead slate
- 6129 lead welding, butt and lap using Liquid
petroleum gas and Oxygen acetylene gases
- Multiple choice knowledge assessments to be undertaken during 5th week of attendance at training centre.
- Environmental awareness in plumbing
- Effective working relationships in the plumbing industry
- Sheet lead weathering
Week 6: City & Guilds 6129 Training & Assessments
- 6129 bathroom installation assessment – major assessment involving an installation of a bathroom suite and radiators, hot and cold supplies, testing, commissioning and decommissioning the system.
- 6129 maintenance assessment of taps, valves, radiators,
WC siphon, and shower mixer valve.
- Multiple choice knowledge assessments to be undertaken during 6th week of attendance at training centre.
- Electrical supply and earth continuity. End test knowledge assessment – full range of knowledge is tested in this final assessment.
Section 3 Part A
Pre Attendance Study Modules - Theory
Module 33 - Gas installation a
- Domestic gas safety
- Domestic gas pipework
- Design principles
- Domestic gas supply
- Flow rate, pipe sizing and pressure losses
- Gas combustion
- Domestic gas appliances (installation)
Module 34 - Gas installation b
- Gas safety devices and gas controls
- Gas flues and flueing standards
- Ventilation requirements
- Domestic gas appliances (servicing and fault diagnosis)
- Gas regulations- emergency procedures and unsafe situations
Module 35 - Complex cold water systems
- Design principles - direct and indirect systems
- Flow rate, pipe sizing and pressure losses
- Commissioning and decommissioning systems
- Taps and valves
- Commissioning and decommissioning systems
- Service and maintenance of unvented systems
Module 36 - Complex hot water systems
- Design principles
- Flow rate, pipe sizing and pressure losses
- Commissioning and decommissioning systems
Module 37 - Complex hot water systems (unvented)
- Unvented hot water systems overview
- Introduction to unvented hot water systems
- Unvented system components and their operation
- Unvented hot water system legislation
- Installation and commissioning of unvented systems
- Service & Maintenance of unvented systems
Practical Training Guide - Week 7 - 8
Week 7: City & Guilds 6129 Level 3 Training & Assessments
- Gas Installations Training
- Gas systems
- Unvented Hot Water Systems
- Multiple choice knowledge assessments to be undertaken during 7th week of attendance at training centre.
- Introduction to assignment on system planning to be complete in week ten of training
- Complex cold water systems
- Complex hot water systems part 1
- Complex hot water systems part 2
Week 8: City & Guilds 6129 Level 3 Training & Assessments
- Gas Appliances Installation
- Gas Appliance Servicing
- Gas Appliance Fault Diagnosis
- Gas Appliance Decommissioning
- Note: Multiple choice knowledge assessments to be undertaken during 8th week of attendance at training centre.
- Domestic gas supply systems part 1
- Domestic gas supply systems part 2
Section 3 Part B
Pre Attendance Study Modules - Theory
Module 38 - Part P (defined scope) Domestic Electrical Qualification
- Applicable building regulations for domestic electrical installation
- Electrical safety legislation regulations standards and terminology
- Testing and commissioning
- Domestic electrical installations – safe isolation procedures
- Identifying unsafe situations
- Domestic electrical earthing and bonding requirements
- Electrical testing procedures
- Selecting domestic electrical cable and components and installation techniques
Practical Training Guide - Week 9
Week 9: Part P (defined scope) Domestic Electrical Qualification
- Applicable Electrical Safety Legislation and Regulations
- Safe Isolation Procedures
- Testing and Commissioning
- Identifying Unsafe Electrical Situations
- Selecting Domestic Electrical Cable and Components
- Installation Techniques
Section 3 Part C
Pre Attendance Study Modules - Theory
Module 39 - Sanitation Systems
- Sanitation overview
- Legislation and System Components SAN – S1
- Other System Types and Components SAN – S2
- Macerator WCs
- Sink waste disposal units
- Valves as an alternative to traps (HEPvO system)
- Performance Testing and Fault
- Diagnosis SAN – S3
- Soundness Testing
- Performance Testing
- Fault Diagnosis
Module 40 - Heating System Electrics Install Central Heating Systems including boilers and control wiring
- Central Heating Systems (Boilers) overview
- Basic & Complex system layouts CHSB – S1 & S2
- Central Heating Appliances CHSB – S3 Part L1 of the Building Regulations CHSB
- Wiring Central Heating System Controls CHSB – S5
- Commissioning Central Heating Systems CHSB – S6
- Fault Diagnosis CHSB – S7
Module 41 - Complex Heating Systems
- Design principles and pipework layout
- Flow rate, pipe sizing, water velocity and associated pressure losses
- Commissioning and decommissioning systems
- Pump sizing and positioning
- Boiler fuel types
- Medium pressure heating systems
- Heating controls
Module 42 - Solar Thermal Domestic Hot Water Systems
- Solar Thermal Overview & Considerations
- Solar Collector Types & British Standards
- Solar Thermal Store Options
- Solar Thermal Primary Circuit Designs
- Solar collector Sizing & Integration
- Installation Materials & Fittings
Practical Training Guide - Week 10 - 11
Week 10: City &Guilds 6129 Level 3 Training & Assessment
- Sanitation
- Central Heating Systems (boilers and controls)
- Systems Planning
- Gas Central Heating/Unvented Installation and
Commissioning
- Note: Multiple choice knowledge assessments to be undertaken during 10th week of attendance at training centre.
- Complex Sanitation Systems
- Central Heating Boilers
Week 11: City &Guilds 6129 Level 3 Training & Assessment
- Gas Central Heating/Unvented Installation and Commissioning
- Multiple choice knowledge assessments to be undertaken during 11th week of attendance at training centre.
- Completion of Systems Planning Assessment
- Improvement of Business Products and Services in the Plumbing Industry