Introduction to and advanced training in plumbing

• Acquire the basic knowledge and know-how needed to carry out simple plumbing work (e.g. refurbishment of shower rooms and/or kitchens and on sanitary appliances)
• Perform simple functions on copper tube: brazing, beaten collars.Acquire the basics of working with PVC pipes.
• Know taps and sanitary appliances in order to advise a customer.

Simple functions on copper tube
Knowledge of common tools, different materials, piping...
Oxyacetylene station set-up and safety rules.
Soft / hard solder joints.
Making assemblies using CRIPP fittings and olives.
Bending.
Making beaten collars.

PVC pipe and sanitary installations
PVC pipe fittings and diameters, PVC fittings.
Study and installation of taps and sanitary appliances.

End-of-site management
Cleaning of individual and collective tools after use (daily or occasional)
Management, treatment, sorting and recycling of end-of-site waste
Storage and/or tidying up of tools and equipment

Theoretical contributions will alternate with simulationsof real-life situations.

• Statement of skills and/or competencies

• All audiences

Have a minimum of manual skills.

• Fully classroom-based training

• Personalised course
• Group lessons

professional speakers

Pre-registration form to be downloaded from the website or collected from the GRETA-CFA.
Test and interview for admission.

Access for people with disabilities

Transport

Access by train:

Nearby SNCF train station - Aix-en-Provence TGV station + regular shuttles to the bus station.

Access by road:

A7 motorway, towards Aix exit N°29

A8 motorway, towards Aix exit N°30