City & Guilds
Level 1
QN: 601/0087/4
Curriculum Active
City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma In Plumbing Studies
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by City & Guilds. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 360 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
City & Guilds
Syllabus Units
10 Units
Guided Hours
360 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Above ground drainage
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know hand tools used when working with waste pipe and rainwater guttering
- know how to join and fix rainwater guttering
- know how to join and fix waste pipes
- be able to carry out basic plumbing application on rainwater guttering
- be able to carry out basic plumbing application on plastic waste pipes
2
Copper pipework
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know health and safety requirements for working with heat producing equipment
- know hand tools used when working with copper pipes
- know how to join copper pipes
- be able to measure and bend plumbing copper pipes
- be able to carry out basic plumbing applications on copper pipes
3
Environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know the methods of conserving and reducing wastage of water and electricity within domestic dwellings
- know the applications of energy sources used in domestic dwellings
- know working practices that can conserve energy and reduce waste
- know how to dispose of waste and materials safely and efficiently
4
Fundamental safe working practices
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know health and safety legislation that applies to the plumbing and electrical installation industries
- know ways of controlling hazardous work areas
- know how to recognise and respond to the dangers presented by asbestos in the workplace
- know safe personal protection measures
- be able to apply manual handling techniques
- know how to respond to accidents and emergencies
- be able to use access equipment safely
- know how to deal with fires in the workplace
5
Installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know the origin, sources and distribution of water
- understand the basic operation of hot and cold-water systems in domestic dwellings
- be able to shut off appliances and equipment for maintenance and repair
- be able to carry out basic maintenance and repairs on taps and valves
- be able to carry out basic maintenance and repairs to float valves
- know how to identify and correct noise faults in cold water systems
- understand different categories of maintenance
6
Low carbon steel pipework
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know hand and power tools used when working with low carbon steel pipes
- know how to join and fix low carbon steel tubes
- be able to measure and bend plumbing low carbon steel tubes
- be able to carry out basic plumbing application on low carbon steel tubes
7
Plastic pressure pipework
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know hand tools used when working with plastic pressure pipe
- know how to join and fix plastic pressure pipes
- be able to carry out basic plumbing applications on plastic pressure pipes
8
Plumbing science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know the standard units of measurement used in the building services engineering industry
- understand the properties of water
- know materials and their properties used in the plumbing industry
- understand the basic principles for heat in the plumbing industry
9
Site preparation for working in the construction industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know common hand tools used in site preparation
- know power tools used in site preparation
- know fixings and components used in the installation process
- know site preparation techniques for installing systems
- know how to communicate effectively with customers and other trades
- be able to carry out techniques in cutting, drilling and fixing
10
Structure of the construction industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know the roles of the different trades in the construction industry
- know different types of organisation and job roles in the construction industry
- know the industry bodies within the plumbing and electrical industries
- know basic employment rights and responsibilities in the construction industry
- know career opportunities within the construction industry
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/0087/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- City & Guilds
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2013