Plumbing - Cert A
The Plumbing Technology program prepares students for the plumbing field by applying technical knowledge and skills to lay out, assemble, install, and maintain piping fixtures and systems for steam, natural gas, oil, hot water, heating, cooling, drainage, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems in home and business environments. Includes instruction in source determination, water distribution, waste removal, pressure adjustment, basic physics, technical mathematics, blueprint reading, pipe installation, pumps, welding and soldering, plumbing inspection, and applicable codes and standards. This program will offer students preparation to test for the industry-recognized credentials listed below.
Program Information
- Program Start (semesters): August
- Financial Aid available (for post-secondary students only): Yes
- Veteran Benefits Eligible (for post-secondary students only): Yes
- Industry-recognized credentials: OSHA-30 Construction; NCCER Plumbing Level I
Certificate Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CHC 105 | Introductory Craft Skills | 3 |
| IND 109 | OSHA - 30 Hour Const Ind Cert | 2 |
| PLU 100 | Introduction to Plumbing Technology | 2 |
| PLU 102 | Plumbing Blueprint Reading | 4 |
| PLU 104 | Plumbing Fixtures and Fittings | 3 |
| PLU 105 | Plumbing Electricity and Gas | 3 |
| PLU 108 | Plumbing Fixtures I | 3 |
| PLU 110 | Plumbing Fixtures II | 3 |
| PLU 201 | Plumbing Internship | 3 |
| or PLU 202 | Plumbing Projects | |
| Total Hours | 26 | |