| Plumbers and
pipe fitters assemble, install, alter, and repair pipes and pipe
systems which carry water,
steam, air,
or other liquids and gasses for sanitation, industrial and other
uses. They also install plumbing fixtures, appliances, and heating
systems.
Your classroom and practical learning experiences in this
course will focus on layout, assembly, installation and repair
of pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water and drainage
systems, according to manuals, specifications and plumbing
codes.
Installing, repairing, operating and the testing of various
types of residential and commercial heating equipment will
also be covered in this course, plus the controls necessary
for their operation.
What
you will need
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to work independently
Ability to work as a team
Communication skills
Problem solving/
troubleshooting skills
Ability to work under pressure
Artistic ability/creativity
Analytical skills
Patience
Endurance
Credits
you can earn
Pennsylvania
College
of Technology
12 credits (maximum)
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What
you will learn
Safety
Tools and equipment
Screw pipe and fittings
Blueprint reading
Copper tubing and fittings
Cast iron soil pipe
Plastic pipe
Fixtures and valves
Water supply
Plumbing maintenance
and repair
Welding
Hot air heat
Hydronic heat
Electricity
Computer skills
Employment
skills
details
Career
possibilities
Oil
Burner Service and
Installer Helper
Pipelayer, Pipefitter, Plumber,
or Steamfitter Helper
Plumber Apprentice
Plumber (Construction)
Career
possibilities with additional
education
Heating Engineer
HVAC Technician
Job Estimator
Plumber
Plumbing Inspector
Earning
potential
Plumber/Pipe
Fitter
$330-790/week |