PLUMBING: L3

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a qualified plumber and prepare the learner to write the trade test. The plumber installs, maintains, tests and repairs hot and cold water supply systems, drainage, sewerage and rainwater systems. The main benefits of this qualification for the learner are that the learner has an opportunity to be recognized as a qualified artisan with well-structured, relevant and current competencies and able to have access to entrepreneurial opportunities within the construction environment.

Admission requirements

Grade 9 or equivalent

Curriculum

Knowledge Modules:

• Health, Safety and Legislation
• Environment, Energy Efficiency and Ethics
• Tools, Equipment, Components and site practice
• Drawings and applied sciences
• Theory of Water and Drainage
• Above and below ground drainage systems
• Sanitary Ware
• Hot and Cold water systems
• Installation and Maintenance Theory of plumbing systems

Practical Modules:

• Install, maintain and test above ground soil waste, Vent systems and sanitary ware appliances
• Install, maintain and test below ground drainage systems
• Install, Maintain and Test cold and hot water systems
• Install, Maintain and Test rain water systems

Workplace Modules:

• Processes and Procedures for installation and testing of above ground soil waste, Vent systems and sanitary ware appliances
• Processes and Procedures for installation and testing of below ground drainage systems and performing basic building work
• Processes and Procedures for installation and maintenance of cold and hot water systems
• Processes and Procedures for installation and maintenance of rain water systems