PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Plumbing program is designed to prepare students for careers in the plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning industries. Throughout the program, students learn the basics of blueprint reading, layout and assembling, installing, altering and repairing of piping and plumbing fixtures. Design and installation of plumbing systems for both residential and commercial buildings are emphasized.  Upon successful completion of the program, students are awarded the Pennsylvania Home Builders Association Certificate.

PROFILE OF SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS

Students should be skilled in advanced math, have good reading and interpretation skills, and the ability to work at varying heights. Good hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and the ability to lift heavy objects are important in this industry.  

• Advanced Training Institute
• Pennsylvania College of Technology
• Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
• Community College of Allegheny College

• Residential Plumbing
• Plumbing Materials
• Power/Hand Tool Safety
• Layout and Design
• Install Draws and Tubing
• Rough-in Plumbing
• Blueprint Reading
• Mathematics for Processes
• Blueprint Reading for Heating
• Hydronic Heating
• AC / Refrigeration
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Sheetmetal Layout
• Furnace Installation

• Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Installer       
• Utility Worker
• Pipe fitter
• Plumber
• Plumbing Draftsperson
• Plumbing Inspector
• Plumbing Salesperson
• Steamfitter
• Boilermaker

AVAILABLE CERTIFICATIONS

• PA Homebuilders Association
• Refrigerant Recovery Certification (EPA 608)