Professional Skills Center

Unlock a promising new career or elevate your expertise by delving into hands-on training to master the intricate trade of plumbing.

This is an NCCER-certified, four-level training program that provides introductory plumbing practices sessions through problem-solving scenarios and training. Topics include interpreting plumbing drawings, installation of DWV piping, and installation of water supply piping, valves, and fixtures. The program also provides training on specialized commercial applications and plumping crew management.

Modules

Introduction to the Plumbing Profession
Plumbing Safety
Tools of the Plumbing Trade
Introduction to Plumbing Math
Introduction to Plumbing Drawings
Plastic Pipe and Fittings
Copper Tube and Fittings
Cast-Iron Pipe and Fittings
Steel Pipe and Fittings
Introduction to Plumbing Fixtures
Introduction to Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) Systems
Introduction to Water Distribution Systems

Duration

220

Hours

Prerequisite

Minimum of Grade 10 schooling and age of 17 and above

Modules

Plumbing Math Two
Reading Commercial Drawings
Structural Penetrations, Insulation, and Fire-Stopping
Installing and Testing DWV Piping
Installing Roof, Floor, and Area Drains
Installing and Testing Water Supply Piping
Types of Valves
Installing Fixtures and Valves
Installing Water Heaters
Basic Electricity
Fuel Gas and Fuel Oil Systems

Duration

175

Hours

Prerequisite

Completion of Level I

Modules

Applied Math
Sizing and Protecting the Water Supply Systems
Potable Water Supply Treatment
Types of Venting
Sizing DWV and Storm Systems
Sewage Pumps and Sump Pumps
Corrosive-Resistant Waste Piping
Compressed Air
Service Plumbing

Duration

160

Hours

Prerequisite

Completion of Level II

Modules

Business Principles for Plumbers
Fundamentals of Crew Leadership
Water Pressure Booster and Recirculation System
Indirect and Special Waste
Hydronic and Solar Heating Systems
Codes
Private Water Supply Well Systems
Private Waste-Disposal Systems
Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs
Plumbing for Mobile Homes and Travel Trailer Parks
Introduction to Medical Gas and Vacuum Systems

Duration

145

Hours

Prerequisite

Completion of Level III