Plumbing and Gas Technology

Plumbing and Gas Technology

Pipework, water supply, drainage, sanitation, and gas installation and maintenance for buildings.

Programme Overview

The Plumbing and Gas Technology programme equips students with the technical knowledge and practical skills required to install, maintain and repair plumbing, water supply, drainage, sanitation and gas systems.

The programme combines classroom instruction with extensive workshop practice in pipe installation, fabrication, gas fitting and system maintenance. Students learn to work to accepted standards and to handle gas and water systems safely.

Graduates are prepared for employment with plumbing and construction firms, or for self-employment providing plumbing and gas services.

What You Will Learn

Students develop practical and technical competencies in areas including:

  • Plumbing Principles and Practices
  • Water Supply Systems
  • Drainage and Sanitation Systems
  • Pipe Installation and Fabrication
  • Pipe Joining Techniques
  • Gas Installation and Gas Fitting
  • Plumbing Maintenance and Repairs
  • Reading and Interpreting Technical Drawings
  • Plumbing Tools and Equipment
  • Building Services Technology
  • Estimating and Costing
  • Health, Safety and Environmental Practices

Career Opportunities

Graduates may pursue careers in construction, utilities and building services, including:

  • Plumber
  • Gas Technician
  • Gas Installation Technician
  • Plumbing Maintenance Technician
  • Water Systems Technician
  • Building Services Technician
  • Construction Site Technician
  • Facilities Maintenance Technician
  • Plumbing Contractor
  • Technical Sales Representative
  • Technical Instructor
  • Self-employed Plumbing and Gas Services Provider

Entry Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following admission requirements:

Academic Qualifications

Six (6) credit passes (A-D or A1-D7).

Core Subjects

Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies.

Elective Subjects

Three (3) relevant elective subjects.

Mature Applicants

Applicants aged 25 years and above may be considered under the Mature Applicants category.

Proof of Age

Applicants must provide acceptable proof of age.

Work Experience

Applicants must possess at least two (2) years of relevant work experience.

Entrance Assessment

Applicants must successfully complete any required entrance assessment.

Practical Training

Practical training is a core component of the programme. Students gain hands-on experience through:

  • Plumbing workshop practice
  • Water supply and drainage system installation
  • Gas pipe installation and testing
  • Pipe fabrication and joining techniques
  • Fault diagnosis and maintenance of plumbing systems
  • Sanitary appliance installation projects
  • Industrial attachment with plumbing and construction companies

These practical experiences prepare graduates to work safely and professionally in the plumbing and gas industry.

Course Duration

Total Duration

2 years

Format

Full time

Structure

Year 1 covers foundation knowledge and supervised workshop practice. Year 2 covers advanced practice, project work and industrial attachment.

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants receive the National Proficiency I and II Certificate in Plumbing and Gas Technology, accredited by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) under the Ghana TVET Service (GTVET).

How to Apply

  1. Apply Through CSSPS

    Admissions to Asankare Technical Institute are primarily conducted through the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) managed by the Ghana Education Service (GES).

  2. Meet the Admission Requirements

    Applicants are considered for admission based on their performance in the Basic Education Certificate Examination (B.E.C.E.) conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).

  3. Check Your Placement

    Successful applicants are placed by the Ghana Education Service (GES). Placement results are published through the official CSSPS platform and displayed on the school's notice board. Admission letters provide all the information required to complete enrolment.

Foreign and Private Applicants

Foreign students and private candidates may apply directly to Asankare Technical Institute and may be required to sit for an internal entrance examination.

Transfer Applicants

Students wishing to transfer from another technical or senior high institution should contact the school administration for guidance on eligibility requirements and transfer procedures.

After Admission

Every admitted student receives the Asankare Technical Institute Prospectus, which outlines the academic programmes, school regulations, student life, fees, and other important information for the academic year.

Course Fees

Item Amount Notes
Registration FeeGHS 100Payable on application
Tuition FeePer academic yearFlexible payment options available
Other CostsVariesProject kits, tools, and lab components

Training Centre Location

Campus: Asankare, Ashanti Region, Ghana