Would you like the confidence and skills to repair and replace plumbing and sanitary fittings around the home? Fit a new toilet, sink or shower? Change a tap or fix a leak? Understand and solve problems with your hot water and heating systems? Assuming no prior knowledge, this course covers all aspects of domestic cold and hot water systems, including installation, maintenance, repair and replacement. On satisfactory completion of the course work, students receive a vocational diploma. Topics covered within the course include:

Domestic plumbing,
Cold water systems - examined and explained,
Hot water systems - examined and explained,
Heating systems - examined and explained,
Basic skills: pipe bending and joining,
Plumbing in the kitchen,
Kitchen services: installation, maintenance and repair,
Plumbing in the bathroom,
Sanitary services: installation, maintenance and repair,
Tank maintenance and replacement,
Heating circuits,
Radiators: installation, maintenance and repair,
Problem solving and repairs,
Repair techniques,
Installing: showers, taps, toilets, sinks, outside taps, water softeners,
Extending a heating system.

A comprehensive course covering all of the main skills and techniques used in general household building and maintenance. Perhaps you would like to renovate an old house, install a new kitchen, move a wall or create more room? Assuming no prior knowledge, this course covers all aspects of general building and plastering. On satisfactory completion of the course work, students receive a vocational diploma. Topics covered within the course include:

Brick built buildings: their structure examined,
Foundations and footings,
Damp courses and damp proofing,
Brick laying,
Structural supports,
Roof construction, roofing and tiling,
Windows and doors,
Internal and external joinery,
Plasterboard and plastering,
Principles of domestic electric systems,
Principles of domestic heating systems,
General plumbing and sanitary installations,
Kitchen installations,
Flooring,
Painting and finishing,
Repairing brickwork and mortar - pointing,
Repairing damp courses and damp proofing,
Repairing roofs,
Repairing plaster and cracking,
Replacing windows, kitchens, bathrooms,
Planning building projects,
Estimating and costing.

A comprehensive course covering all of the main skills and techniques needed to paint and decorate internally and externally. Assuming no prior knowledge, this course covers all aspects of painting and decorating, from preparation through to papering, painting and specialist painting techniques. On satisfactory completion of the course work, students receive a vocational diploma. Topics covered within the course include:

Painting and decorating: styles and designs,
Stripping, sanding and preparation,
Repairing and filling woodwork,
Repairing and filling plaster cracks and damage,
Basic joinery skills,
Basic plastering skills,
Masking and cleaning,
Painting woodwork, walls and ceilings,
Decorative paint techniques,
Wall papering,
Tiling walls, floors,
Hanging doors,
Equipment cleaning,
Costing and estimating.

A comprehensive course covering all of the main skills and techniques needed to maintain and decorate the home. Assuming no prior knowledge, this course is ideal for general decorating and maintenance projects, including leaking roofs and radiators, changing a tap, fixing a damp patch, to identifying and solving more serious problems. On satisfactory completion of the course work, students receive a vocational diploma. Topics covered within the course include:

Houses and flats: their structure and components explained,
Damp courses and damp proofing,
Structural supports,
Roofing and tiling,
Plasterboard and plastering,
Principles of domestic electrical systems,
Principles of domestic heating systems,
General plumbing and sanitary installations,
Drainage systems,
Kitchen installations,
Flooring, painting and decorating,
Preparation,
Repairing and filling woodwork,
Repairing and filling plaster cracks and damage,
Basic joinery and plastering,
Wallpapering,
Tiling,
Costing and estimating.

A comprehensive course covering all of the main skills and techniques needed to maintain and repair household electrical appliances. Assuming no prior knowledge, this course demonstrates repair and maintenance technique for a wide range of appliances found throughout the home. On satisfactory completion of the course work, students receive a vocational diploma. Topics covered within the course include:

Electrics and electrical safety,
Washing machine,
Tumble driers,
Fridges and freezers,
Dishwashers,
Fan ovens,
Electric hobs,
Toasters,
Coffee machines,
Kettles,
Irons,
Vacuum cleaners,
Water softeners,
Television and video: the basics,
Microwaves: the basics.

UK based students only. This course is intended to provide the novice with the basic skills and knowledge to understand electrical power circuits and their installation. 

From rewiring a plug to understanding the ring main and lighting circuits within a home, all topics are covered in a clear and easy to digest format. Whether you are taking the course to improve your electrical DIY skills, or as a stepping stone to becoming a fully qualified electrician or electrical contractor. This course will give you the confidence to realise your talents. On satisfactory completion of the course work, students receive a vocational diploma. Topics covered within this course include:

Electrical principles
Electrical safety
AC circuits
DC circuits
AC and DC equipment
Domestic wiring circuits and accessories
Commercial wiring circuits and accessories
Electrical wiring practice
Illumination practice
Fault finding and repair
Equipment isolation and replacement
Basic business management
Health and safety

Important: Electricity is dangerous and can kill. Because of the practical limitations of home study, this course is considered an introduction to basic electrical principles and practice, and as such, will act as a foundation knowledge for further practical study and qualifications.