About This Course
The Sanitary Hardware Installation course focuses specifically on the fitting and maintenance of bathroom and kitchen hardware — toilets, basins, showers, water heaters, taps, mixers, and valves.
This is a focused 2-month trade course for those who want to specialise in bathroom and kitchen fitting — a niche with strong demand as Nepal's urban housing sector grows rapidly.
What You Will Learn
- Water supply connection to fixtures
- Toilet installation: close-coupled, wall-hung, and squat pan
- Basin and sink fitting: pedestal, countertop, undermount
- Shower installation: overhead, handheld, rain shower
- Bath tub installation and sealing
- Water heater (geyser) installation: electric and solar
- Tap, mixer, and thermostatic valve replacement
- Flush valve and cistern mechanism servicing
- Pressure balancing and pipe sizing basics
- Sealant and grouting: silicone, cement, waterproof grout
Course Curriculum
Month 1 — Toilet & Basin Fitting
- Tools and safety for sanitary fitters
- Water supply connections and shut-off valves
- Toilet installation: types, siting, connecting, sealing
- Basin installation: pedestal, countertop, wall-hung
- Taps, mixers, and aerators
Month 2 — Showers, Water Heaters & Assessment
- Shower tray, enclosure, and overhead fitting
- Water heater selection, installation, and safety
- Silicone sealing, grouting, and waterproofing
- Common repair calls: running cisterns, dripping taps, leaking joints
- Final practical and written assessment
Career Opportunities
- Bathroom and kitchen fitter (Nepal)
- Sanitary fitter (Gulf — villas and hotels)
- Plumbing assistant (complement to plumbing course)
- Self-employed bathroom fitting business
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from the plumbing course? The plumbing course covers the full water supply and drainage system. This course focuses specifically on hardware fitting — the fixtures, fittings, and appliances inside bathrooms and kitchens. Many students take both.
Can I combine this with the plumbing course? Yes. Completing both courses makes you a fully rounded plumbing and fitting technician, which is highly valued by employers and clients.