L3 Diploma in Plumbing Studies - PT Adults Evening

Mode of study

Part Time

Start date

08/09/2025

Entry requirements

You should already hold the Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Studies or equivalent in order to complete the qualification satisfactorily. If you do not have formal qualifications you must demonstrate adequate prior knowledge and experience to ensure you have the potential to gain the qualification.

Teaching staff

The plumbing department staff comprises industry professionals with extensive skill sets and will be qualified and experienced gas & plumbing engineers.

Course Code

DP3PBA1E/1

Duration

1-Year

Location

St Albans Campus

Awarding body

City & Guilds of London Institute

Assessment

You will be assessed by a range of methods which include on line exams, written design assignments, independent summative assignments, practical tasks and short answer question papers.

About the course

The Level 3 Diploma is aimed at those interested in a career in the plumbing industry focusing on the design side of the different systems. The qualification follows from Level 2 course, aiming to give you advanced plumbing knowledge and skills which you can apply in the workplace. Develop your knowledge and skills through practical and theory sessions focused around plumbing installation, drainage, central heating systems and more.

Career options

It allows candidates to progress into employment, or to the following City & Guilds qualifications, through the apprenticeship route.

During any of our Plumbing and Gas courses you will be expected to seek employment in the industry enabling you to gain invaluable hands-on experience. Plumbing and Gas courses here at Oaklands can lead you onto many different career paths, including higher level courses to further develop your skills in your chosen subject(s).

Course Content - What will I learn?

Health and safety in building services engineering, Understand the fundamental principles and requirements of environmental technology systems, Plumbing system installation planning, Complex cold water systems, Domestic hot water, Sanitation and drainage systems, Central heating systems, Domestic gas principles, Career awareness in building services engineering.

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.

You will be assessed by a range of methods which include on line exams, written design assignments, independent summative assignments, practical tasks and short answer question papers.

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