Plumbing

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
Total Hours : 220 hours
MODULES
Plumbing Math Two
Reading Commercial Drawings
Structural Penetrations, Insulating, and Firestopping
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
Total Hours : 175 hours
MODULES
Applied Math
Sizing and Protecting the Water Supply System
Portable Water Supply Treatment
Types of Venting
Sizing DWV and Storm Systems
Sewage Pumps and Sump Pumps
Corrosive-Resistant Waste Piping
Compressed Air
Service Plumbing
Total Hours : 160 hours
MODULES
Business Principles for Plumbers
Fundamentals of Crew Leadership
Water Pressure Booster and Recirculation Systems
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
Total Hours : 145 hours