Plumbing
The Plumbing certificate program includes the basic theories of plumbing, soil waste and vent layout, household and industrial maintenance, sewage systems, and the use of hand and power tools. Students develop skills in all types of plumbing repair work used in residential, institutional, and commercial applications. The major also provides training in the fundamentals of communication and mathematics.
Program Specs
- Application/Major Code: PH – view in catalog
- School: Construction & Design Technologies
- Degree Type: Certificate
After graduation
Students completing the plumbing program have the option of transferring into the HVAC Technology degree major. This additional year of study in the HVAC major can expand skills in air conditioning and heating.
List of jobs via the College Catalog.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics plumbers, pipelayers, pipefitters, and steamfitters are among the highest paid workers in construction occupations. Median hourly wages of wage and salary plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters were $21.94 in May 2008. The middle 50 percent earned between $16.63 and $29.66. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.22, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $37.93.
Industries with the highest published employment and wages for this occupation are:
| Industry | Employment | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Building Equipment Contractors | 251,860 | $24.37 | $50,690 |
| Nonresidential Building Construction | 15,020 | $25.42 | $52,880 |
| Utility System Construction | 13,540 | $23.30 | $48,460 |
| Local Government (OES Designation) | 12,680 | $22.90 | $47,630 |
| Ship and Boat Building | 5,690 | $20.65 | $42,940 |
*Statistics reported in May 2010
Transfer Procedures
View general transfer procedures via the College Catalog.
Tools, Uniforms & Supplies
Tool List
Uniforms and tools are available for purchase through The College Store.
Clubs & Activities
Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA)
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating & Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Sigma Lambda Chi
View the entire student organizations listing or Greek Life listing.
HVAC Technology Advisory Committee
Advisory committees, which act as recommending bodies to the faculty and administration, consist of in-field professionals who act as partners in the development of curriculum. Their curricular and equipment advice as well as their industry connections and internship opportunities are invaluable to our students and to the growth of our institution.
