Introduction

This trade aims to enable trainees to obtain the competencies required for performing basic plumbing tasks such as applying safety rules and regulations; using and maintaining hand tools; handling and storing plumbing materials; measurements and calculations, etc.

Programme Structure and Content

Each programme consists of Unit Standard Titles and modules, recognised by NTA

Level 2

UNIT STANDARD TITLES
• Communicate effectively with others as part of plumbing operations
• Use and maintain power tools and machines as part of plumbing operations
• Apply basic welding techniques as part of plumbing operations
• Perform calculations related to plumbing operations
• Carry out basic levelling as part of plumbing operations
• Perform basic bricklaying and plastering and rendering tasks as part of plumbing operations
• Perform basic concreting as part of plumbing operations
• Carry out basic setting out as part of plumbing operations
• Read and interpret basic building drawings as part of plumbing operations
• Install and repair water main pipes system
• Perform basic sheet metal work and Soft soldering
• Set out and install water services

GENERIC UNIT STANDARDS

• Numeracy
• Building drawing
• Building Science
• Job Attachment

Level 3
UNIT STANDARD TITLES
• Install gas supply system as part of plumbing operations
• Select and fit insulation and sheathing as part of plumbing installations
• Install storm water and sub-soil drainage systems as part of plumbing operations
• Install below-ground sanitary drainage systems as part of plumbing operations
• Fabricate and install flashings as part of plumbing operations
• Install pre-fabricated inspection openings and enclosures as part of plumbing operations
• Install gutters and down-pipes
• Install and fit sanitary fixtures as part of plumbing operations
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding as part of plumbing operations
• Develop innovative ideas for the plumbing workplace

GENERIC UNIT STANDARDS
• Numeracy
• Building Science
• Building Drawing
STUDY MODE

Full Time

DURATION

NTA Level 2
12 months

Job Attachment
6 months

NTA Level 3
12 months

BANKING DETAILS
Bank Windhoek
Katutura Branch
Acc:1141143121
Cheque Account
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