Skilled plumbers must knowledgeably use specialized tools, read blueprints, work with various types of fittings and pipe, and size piping for waste water, supply, drainage, and venting. Being versatile opens a wide range of employment opportunities.

The Plumbing Certificate Program consists of three levels (5 courses). Plumbing Level 1 is the entry level course for the Certificate Program.

The advanced plumbing certificate can be obtained by taking an additional (2 courses) that are listed as electives.

The curriculum is designed by the industry and aligned with national competency standards.

Fall 2008 course offerings - click here.

Through structured classroom discussion, demonstration, and hands-on activities, students learn skills in areas listed below:

Plumbing Level 1

•  basic tools and drawing
•  piping practices
•  fixtures and faucets
•  drain, waste, and vent systems
•  water distribution systems

Plumbing Level 2 - Part A & B

•  reading commercial drawings
•  installing and testing DWV piping
•  installing roof, floor, and area drains
•  installing and testing water supply piping
•  installing water heaters
•  servicing fixtures, valves, and faucets

Plumbing Level 3 - Part A & B

•  regional and local codes
•  advanced math for plumbers
•  types of vents and venting installation
•  sewage pumps and sump pumps
•  backflow preventers
•  installing water supply piping

Electives for the Plumbing Certificate:

•  plumbing codes
•  solar thermal and controls
•  geothermal and controls

Other Advanced Plumbing Training:

•  sizing storm drainage systems
•  sizing vents and servicing plumbing fixtures
•  installing hydronic and medical gas systems
•  installing private waste disposal systems