STAR Plumbing
Construction
A course by
UCOL
An introductory plumbing course for secondary school students, offering hands-on experience and credits towards plumbing and gasfitting trades.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
UCOL Manawatū, Palmerston North
It will take a total of 5 weeks
This course requires 6 hours per week
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Basic Metalwork Skills for Plumbing
Be able to cut and join sheet metal for use in plumbing and gasfitting components.
Introduction to Plumbing Systems
Understand the function and importance of plumbing in homes and buildings.
Workplace Health and Safety
Learn and apply safe practices in a plumbing workshop setting.
What You're Signing Up For
STAR Plumbing at UCOL is a Level 2 short course designed for secondary school learners interested in exploring trades careers. Students gain hands-on experience in a fully equipped plumbing workshop, learn to cut and join sheet metal for plumbing and gasfitting, and earn credits toward further trades training. The course introduces core plumbing skills, industry awareness, and career pathways.
Course Content
- Cut and join sheet metal for plumbing and gasfitting components
- Fundamentals of plumbing systems
- Introduction to plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying industries
- Safe work practices in a workshop environment
What you need to know first
For year 11–13 secondary school learners (NZ citizens, permanent residents, or applicable visa holders). Applications received from participating schools.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Building Services
Trades
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level employment in plumbing
Pathway to traineeships or apprenticeships in plumbing, gasfitting, or drainlaying
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