Do you enjoy working with your hands? Are you looking for an opportunity to work in a trade that is always in demand? Then a career as a plumber may be the choice for you. Whether it is large scale industrial projects or residential repairs and installations, a career as a plumber could be the ideal fit for your skills and inclinations.
The Plumber Program at College of the North Atlantic prepares students to install and repair pipes, fixtures and other plumbing equipment for water distribution and waste water disposal in residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
Plumbers will always be needed, so graduating from this program will help ensure you’re in demand. If you enjoy planning, problem solving and working with your hands then the Plumber Program at College of the North Atlantic may be the career path for you .
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This red seal program prepares you to install and repair pipes, fixtures and other plumbing equipment for water distribution and waste water disposal in residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Some of your duties include:
- Read blueprints, drawings and specifications for plumbing systems
- Examine water supply networks, waste and drainage systems
- Install, repair and maintain domestic, commercial or industrial fixtures and systems
- Connect, bead, thread and join pipes
- Leak test utilizing air and water
OUTCOMES
- Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
- Plan work activity.
- Use and maintain hand and portable power tools and equipment.
- Interpret plans and specifications and prepare layouts and working drawings.
- Prepare components and fixtures according to specifications and assume responsibility for the end product.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:
1. High School
High School Graduation
2. Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
Science 3101, 3102, 3103
3. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years of age or older, and have been out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to
Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:
- Construction contractors
- Plumbing repair shops
| COURSES |
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| CODE |
TITLE |
|
| Block 1 |
Entry Level |
Hrs |
| TS1510 |
Occupational Health and Safety |
6 |
| TS1520 |
WHMIS |
6 |
| TS1530 |
Standard First Aid |
14 |
| PF1020 |
Job Site Safety |
9 |
| PF1340 |
Tools and Equipment |
75 |
| PF1350 |
Blueprint I (Basic Residential) |
30 |
| PF1360 |
Blueprint II (Advanced Residential/Light Commercial) |
30 |
| PF1370 |
Rigging |
39 |
| PF1380 |
Introduction to Fuel Brazing and Cutting |
45 |
| PF1390 |
Pipe and Tubing Fundamentals |
15 |
| PF1401 |
Steel Piping |
60 |
| PF1410 |
Copper Piping |
45 |
| PF1425 |
Plastic Piping |
75 |
| PF1440 |
Piping Valves |
30 |
| PF1451 |
Hydronic Heating I |
69 |
| PF1610 |
Cast Iron Piping |
18 |
| PF1620 |
Non-Metallic Piping |
6 |
| PF1630 |
Water Service |
6 |
| PF1640 |
Hot and Cold Water Supply |
30 |
| PF1650 |
Hot Water Storage Tanks and Heaters |
18 |
| PF1660 |
Water Treatment Systems |
6 |
| PF1670 |
Residential Sanitary Drainage |
60 |
| PF1680 |
Residential Venting |
45 |
| PF1691 |
Storm Systems |
13 |
| PF1700 |
Commercial Drainage, Waste and Venting I |
21 |
| PF1710 |
Residential Appliances, Fixtures and Trim |
30 |
| PF1720 |
Rural Waste Disposal |
15 |
| PF1731 |
Introduction to Electric Welding & Cutting |
24 |
| AM1100 |
Math Essentials |
30 |
| AM1260 |
Pipe Trade Math Fundamentals |
30 |
| CM2160 |
Communication Essentials |
45 |
| SD1760 |
Workplace Essentials |
45 |
| MC1060 |
Computer Essentials |
15 |
| AP1101 |
Introduction to Apprenticeship |
15 |
A certificate from College of the North Atlantic will be awarded upon successful completion of entry level courses.
APPRENTICESHIP
Upon completion of the entry level certificate program, a graduate may pursue Red Seal Certification by finding employment, registering as an “Apprentice” and completing the following Advanced Level training and required work experience. The apprenticeship may take 3-4 years and would lead to Journeyperson status in the trade. For more information regarding apprenticeship refer to
www.aes.gov.nl.ca
| Level 2 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| PLB-200 |
Piping Valves |
12 |
| PLB-205 |
Specialized Piping |
9 |
| PLB-210 |
Plumbing Fixtures, Appliances and Accessories |
24 |
| PLB-215 |
Hot Water Storage Tanks and Heaters |
18 |
| PLB-220 |
Drawings II |
30 |
| PLB-225 |
Drainage, Waste and Venting Systems II |
36 |
| PLB-230 |
Hydronic Systems I |
51 |
| |
|
|
| Level 3 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| PLB-300 |
Hydronic Systems II |
30 |
| PLB-305 |
Water Service |
12 |
| PLB-310 |
Potable Water Distribution II |
36 |
| PLB-315 |
Commercial Drainage Systems |
18 |
| PLB-320 |
Commercial Venting Systems |
24 |
| PLB-325 |
Storm and Combination Drainage Systems (Sewers) |
24 |
| PLB-330 |
Irrigation Systems |
3 |
| PLB-335 |
Commercial/Institutional Plumbing Fixtures & Accessories |
12 |
| PLB-340 |
Compressed Air Systems |
6 |
| PLB-345 |
Single Family Dwelling Fire Protection Systems |
3 |
| PLB-350 |
Hydronic Systems Controls |
12 |
| PLB-355 |
Green Technology |
18 |
| PLB-360 |
Basic Electricity |
12 |
| |
|
|
| Level 4 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| PLB-400 |
Gas Piping Systems |
48 |
| PLB-405 |
Medical Gas Systems |
12 |
| PLB-410 |
Low Pressure Steam Systems |
30 |
| PLB-415 |
Private Sewage Treatment Systems |
12 |
| PLB-420 |
Commercial Sewage Treatment Systems |
6 |
| PLB-425 |
Cross Connection Control |
30 |
| PLB-430 |
Pressure Systems (Rural Water Supply) |
36 |
| PLB-435 |
Water Treatment Systems |
18 |
| PLB-440 |
Process Piping Systems |
6 |
| PLB-445 |
Job Planning and Trade Documentation |
6 |
| PLB-450 |
Mentoring |
6 |
| PLB-455 |
Program Review |
30 |
