Plumbing and Heating Technology
A program that prepares individuals to practice as licensed plumbers by applying technical knowledge, safety and skills to lay out, assemble, install and maintain plumbing 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, brazing and soldering, plumbing inspection and applicable codes and standards.
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Level I
Occupational & Safety Orientation
Hand Tools Safety & Usage
Power Tools Safety & Usage
Measuring & Calculating Materials
Blueprint Reading
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Hours
40
60
80
20
40
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Level II
Demonstrate Personal Safety in the Training LabRead Blueprints of Piping Systems Demonstrate Knowledge of Pipe Specifications Demonstrate Use of Hand & Power Tools Demonstrate Skill in Working with Steel Pipes Fabricate Threaded Pipes Perform Tests on Piping Systems Demonstrate Safe Use of Ladders & Scaffolds |
Hours
95
30
60
40
59
21
21
34
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Level III
Identify & Install ValvesDisassemble & Assemble Valves Demonstrate Skill in Working with Copper Pipes Demonstrate Skill in Working with Cast Iron Pipes Install Appliances Maintain Plumbing Systems Perform Advanced Pipe Fabrication
Demonstrate Skill in Various Types of Plastic Pipes
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Hours
50
15
38
3
108
43
26
77
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Level IV
Demonstrate Job Site Safety PracticeInstall Pipe Hangers & Supports Build Water Distribution Lines Demonstrate Transit Operations Build Drains Install Fixtures & Vents Work with Pressure Boilers Work with Hydronic Heating Systems |
Hours
35
15
32
15
45
97
51
70
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Career Pathways
- Boilermakers
- Helpers - Installation, Maintenance & Repair Workers
- Pipe Fitters & Steam Fitters
- Plumbers
- Retail Salespersons
- Heating & Air Conditioning Mechanics & Installers
- Helpers - Pipe Layers, Plumbers, Pipe Fitters & Steam Fitters
- Pipe Layers
- Plumbers, Pipe Fitters & Steam Fitters
- Septic Tank Servicers & Sewer Pipe Cleaners
- Journeyman Plumber
- Master Plumber
Industry Certifications
- NOCTI Certification - Plumbing Technology/Plumber PA
- HBI Certification
- OSHA 10
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CIP Code: 46.0503
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Program Requirements/Costs (approximate)
(2) 3” 3 Ring Binder...................................$10.00 ea.
(1 for Course Information & 1 for Portfolio)
25' Measuring Rule........................................$17.00Safety Glasses.............................................$4.00 Work Shoes................................................$35.00 Work Uniform (blue or green) .......................$30.00 |
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