Objectives of the HND Sanitary Installation program
- Design and size sanitary installations (cold water, hot water, drainage, ventilation)
- Carry out the installation of plumbing networks in new or renovated buildings
- Ensure the maintenance and troubleshooting of sanitary equipment and water treatment systems
- Master the techniques of assembly, welding, connection, and pipe laying
- Integrate safety, hygiene, and sustainable development standards (water saving, renewable energies)
Skills developed
- Reading of sanitary installation plans and hydraulic network diagrams
- Techniques for laying PVC, PER, copper, multilayer, or steel pipes
- Welding, brazing, sealing, and connection to sanitary appliances
- Computer-aided design (CAD/CAM) for plumbing projects
- Preventive and corrective maintenance of water and gas installations
- Application of safety, accessibility, and hydraulic efficiency standards
Career opportunities
Graduates of the HND in Sanitary Installation at YIMGA access many professional opportunities in the building, construction, and technical services sector:
- Plumbing and climate engineering companies
- Building construction and renovation companies
- Hospital, hotel, or industrial structures
- Local authorities and water distribution services
Professions accessible after the HND in Sanitary Installation
- Plumber-heating engineer
- Sanitary installation technician
- Plumbing site manager
- Water systems maintenance technician
- Draftsman-designer in sanitary installation
- Advisor in sanitary equipment or hydraulic efficiency
Why choose the HND in Sanitary Installation at YIMGA Higher Institute?
- Career-oriented training directly linked to the needs of the BTP sector in Cameroon
- Equipped workshops for practical learning of plumbing and assembly techniques
- Supervision by experienced professionals in building and sanitary plumbing
- Internships in companies for real-world learning and quick integration
- Campus located in the heart of Douala, economic capital and zone of high construction activity
Practical information
- Duration of training: 2 years
- Qualification awarded: HND in Sanitary Installation (Plumbing), recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Cameroon
- Admission requirements: Technical, industrial, or scientific Baccalaureate
- Training location: YIMGA Higher Institute, Douala
Train for a profession of public utility!
Join YIMGA Higher Institute in Douala and become an indispensable professional in the design and management of modern sanitary installations, with a high-performing, recognized, and future-oriented HND in Plumbing.
