The plumbing industry is changing as new technologies and techniques are implemented across the occupation. These new methods must be supported by skilled technicians who understand fundamental plumbing principles. The Plumbing Technology program teaches these skills by exploring plumbing history, uniform plumbing code, plumbing piping systems, blueprint reading, and heating systems. Laboratory experiences are an integral part of the program. Graduates are qualified for entry-level positions as plumbers and plumbing service technicians.
Upon successful completion of all program modules, students will be awarded a diploma.
CON 1000 Introduction to Basic Construction 8 Quarter Credit Hours
This course introduces students to the construction field. The course of instruction will cover basic job safety concepts and regulatory requirements; basic math used in the construction trades; the use of common hand and power tools; an introduction to blueprint reading; basic rigging; communication and employability skills. Students will also learn techniques for studying and test-taking.
PLU 1000 Introduction to Plumbing I 7 Quarter Credit Hours
This course introduces the student to the plumbing trade. The course of instruction will cover the history of plumbing from ancient times to present, tools specific to the trade, basic math for plumbers, basic blueprint reading skills and pipe fittings made from the various materials used in the trade such as copper, plastic and steel.
PLU 1050 Introduction to Plumbing II 7 Quarter Credit Hours
This course expands on the knowledge gained in Plumbing I. This module will cover basic installation and servicing of fixtures, faucets and valves. This module will also cover water heater and fuel gas installation. This module will also cover the Uniform Plumbing Code and its application to these systems.
PLU 1100 Installing Drain, Waste, Vent and Water Supply Systems 5 Quarter Credit Hours
This course expands on the knowledge gained in Plumbing II. This module will cover basic Drain Waste and Vent Systems, Storm Drain Systems and basic Water Supply Systems. This module will also cover the Uniform Plumbing Code and its application to these systems.
PLU 1150 Installing Valves, Fixtures and Water Heaters 5 Quarter Credit Hours
This course expands on the knowledge gained in Plumbing III. This module introduces various types of valves and installations. Students learn how to install valves, fixtures including water heaters and fuel-gas systems in a lab environment. Valve and fixture servicing and all applicable code requirements are addressed.
PLU 2000 Servicing Vent and Waste Systems 6 Quarter Credit Hours
This course expands on the knowledge gained in Plumbing IV. This module will cover applied math, venting, indirect and special wastes. This module will also cover the Uniform Plumbing Code and its application to these systems.
PLU 2050 Sizing Water Supply Systems and Backflow Prevention 6 Quarter Credit Hours
This course expands on the knowledge gained in Plumbing V. This module will cover sewage and sump pumps, sizing water supplies, backflow prevention and water pressure boosters and recirculation systems. This module will also cover the Uniform Plumbing Code and its application to these systems.
PLU 2100 Servicing Piping Systems, Valves, Fixtures and Appliances I 6 Quarter Credit Hours
This course expands on the knowledge gained in Plumbing VI. This module will cover servicing piping systems, valves, fixtures, appliances, traps and interceptors. Students will also learn business math for plumbers, drain waste sizing, vent, storm systems sizing, private water supply, private sewage systems and code requirements. This module will also cover estimating job costs and pricing.
PLU 2150 Servicing Piping Systems, Valves, Fixtures and Appliances II 6 Quarter Credit Hours
This course expands on the knowledge gained in Plumbing VII. This module will cover locating buried water and sewer lines, hydronic and solar heating, water supply treatment, swimming pools and hot tubs, compressed air systems and mobile homes and mobile home parks.
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