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Plumbing

Hour-based occupation

Onet code: 47-2152.00

4

Years

689h

Related instruction

8000h

On-the-job training

Classroom Instruction Topics

Core Curriculum - Basic Safety (Construction Site Safety Orientation)
Core Curriculum - Introduction to Construction Math
Core Curriculum - Introduction to Hand Tools
Core Curriculum - Introduction to Power Tools
Core Curriculum - Introduction to Construction Drawings
Core Curriculum - Introduction to Basic Rigging
Core Curriculum - Basic Communication Skills
Core Curriculum - Basic Employability Skills
Core Curriculum - Introduction to Material Handling
Level 1 - Introduction to the Plumbing Profession
Level 1 - Plumbing Safety
Level 1 - Tools of the Plumbing Trade
Level 1 - Introduction to Plumbing Math
Level 1 - Introduction to Plumbing Drawings
Level 1 - Plastic Pipe and Fittings
Level 1 - Copper Tube and Fittings
Level 1 - Cast-Iron Pipe and Fittings
Level 1 - Steel Pipe and Fittings
Level 1 - Introduction to Plumbing Fixtures
Level 1 - Introduction to Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) Systems
Level 1 - Introduction to Water Distribution Systems
Level 2 - Plumbing Math Two
Level 2 - Reading Commercial Drawings
Level 2 - Structural Penetrations, Insulation, and Fire Stopping
Level 2 - Installing and Testing DWV Piping
Level 2 - Installing Roof, Floor, and Area Drains
Level 2 - Installing and Testing Water Supply Piping
Level 2 - Types of Valves
Level 2 - Installing Fixtures and Valves
Level 2 - Installing Water Heaters
Level 2 - Basic Electricity
Level 2 - Fuel Gas and Fuel Oil Systems
Level 3 - Applied Math
Level 3 - Sizing and Protecting the Water Supply System
Level 3 - Potable Water Supply Treatment
Level 3 - Types of Venting
Level 3 - Sizing DWV and Storm Systems
Level 3 - Sewage Pumps and Sump Pumps
Level 3 - Corrosive-Resistant Waste Piping
Level 3 - Compressed Air
Level 3 - Service Plumbing
Level 4 - Business Principles for Plumbers
Level 4 - Fundamentals of Crew Leadership
Level 4 - Water Pressure Booster and Recirculation Systems
Level 4 - Indirect and Special Waste
Level 4 - Hydronic and Solar Heating Systems
Level 4 - Codes
Level 4 - Private Water Supply Well Systems
Level 4 - Private Waste Disposal Systems
Level 4 - Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs
Level 4 - Plumbing for Mobile Homes and Travel Trailer Parks
Level 4 - Introduction to Medical Gas and Vacuum Systems

On-the-job Training

Care and Use of Tools and Material and Safety
Preparation of Tools, Equipment and Material for Plumbing and Heating
Drainage Piping and Fittings
Venting
Pipe Cutting, Reaming, Threading and Flanging
Installation and Maintenance of Steam, Hot Water Heating and Chilled Water Cooling Systems
High-and-Low Pressure Boilers
Hot and Cold Water Systems for Domestic Purposes
Gas system appliance
Single Fixture Installation (Commodes, Bathtubs, Sinks, etc.).
Water Heater Installation