Pre-apprenticeship in Plumbing with Renewables @ SCQF Level 5

Course description

In this course you will learn the practical skills, environmental aspects and associated technologies, at the appropriate level. If you achieve this qualification you will be an attractive option for potential employers within the Building Services Engineering sectors of Plumbing; Heating and Ventilating; Air Conditioning and Refrigeration; Electrical, Electro Technical. The NPA is, in effect, a pre-apprenticeship award. There is a strong emphasis on safety throughout the program. The NPA is designed to give you the knowledge, understanding and skills required to make an immediate contribution in employment or further opportunities for study/training within the Scottish Building Services Engineering sector. Units covered may include: Basic Plumbing Operations Basic Heating and Ventilation Operations Basic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Operations Energy and the Environment Basic Electrical Installation Operations Systems, Roles, Responsibilities and Procedures Science Application of Electrical Hand Tools and Accessories Sheet Lead Weathering: An Intro Plumbing Services : An and Cold Water Systems: An Systems : An Intro Prepare and Secure Domestic Plumb Appliances: An Intro Skills for Lifelong Learning and Work Communication Information and Communication Technology Numeracy Problem solving Essential skills development CSCS Training Construction Occupation Practices: An Intro You’ll also build transferable Essential Skills in meaningful contexts to help you become more effective in life, learning, and work. This could be communication, numeracy, ICT, working with others, and problem solving.

Learning outcome

Successful completion of this course will give you multiple opportunities for progression within the plumbing electrical and construction sectors.