Our Course Options
We offer flexible training programmes designed to suit a variety of schedules and skill levels:
Full-Time Programme with Workplace Experience
Three months of theory and practical training (Mon-Fri 08h00-12h00), plus three months of practical workplace experience (Mon-Fri 07h30-17h00+).
Full-Time Programme
Three months of theory and practical training (Mon-Fri 08h00-12h00).
Part-Time Programme
Nine months of theory and practical training, held on Saturday mornings from 08h00-12h00.
The following applies to all three of these course options:
Course Structure
UNIT STANDARD TITLE
Install and maintain soil, waste, and vent pipe systems
Install, maintain, and repair sanitary ware appliances
Install, maintain, and test below-ground drainage systems
Install, maintain, and test cold water supply systems
Install, maintain, and test hot water supply systems
Install, maintain, and test rainwater systems
Monitor the application of safety, health and environmental protection procedures
Perform building works
Procure resources for construction works
Fabricate and install sheet metal components
Apply knowledge of statistics and probability in critically interrogating and effectively communicating findings on real-life-related problems
Represent, analyse, and calculate shape and motion in 2- and 3-dimensional space in different contexts
Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal, business, national, and international issues
Interpret and use information from texts
Use language and communication in occupational learning programmes
Write/present/sign texts for a range of communicative contexts
Engage in sustained oral/signed communication and evaluate spoken/signed texts
Read/view, analyse, and respond to a variety of texts
Use language and communication in occupational learning programmes
Write/present/sign for a wide range of contexts
Apply basic business concepts
Accommodate audience and context needs in oral/signed communication
Perform specialised fault-finding and repairs to plumbing systems
Identify responsibilities of a team leader in ensuring that organisational standards are met
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the course, students will be able to:
Master plumbing systems: Understand how plumbing systems function and apply this knowledge to install, test, and maintain them in a building environment.
Diagnose and repair: Use fault-finding techniques to identify and repair issues in installed plumbing systems.
Communicate effectively: Develop strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with peers, supervisors, and industry professionals.
Solve problems: Apply practical mathematical skills to identify and resolve challenges in plumbing tasks.
Ensure compliance: Integrate knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety, National Building Regulations, and Industry Codes of Practice to perform a wide range of plumbing activities confidently and professionally.
This comprehensive skill set equips learners to excel in the plumbing industry and progress toward their trade test certification.
Short Course
Presented over ten weekdays from 12h00-16h00
Starting dates are communicated upon booking
Our short plumbing course covers ten modules:
- Cold water systems
- Hot water systems
- Geyser installation
- Geyser maintenance
- Toilets
- Baths & showers
- Basins
- Sinks
- Drainage installation
- Drainage maintenance/blockages (stormwater and sewerage)
