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  • School of Natural Resources & Industrial Trades
  • Duration: 34 Weeks
  • Start Date: September 2023

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    On Campus: All courses in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location. Some courses may have online elements.
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    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

    1. Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
    2. Plan work activity.
    3. Use and maintain hand and portable power tools and equipment.
    4. Interpret plans and specifications and prepare layouts and working drawings.
    5. 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:
    i. Mathematics 1102A, 1102B, 1102C and 2102A, 2102B, 2102C or 3102A, 3102B and 3102C
    ii. 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, must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application and 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.

    International Applicants – English Proficiency
    All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into regular programs. The College will accept these recognized tests of English language proficiency (TOEFL paper based 550, TOEFL Internet based 79, TOEFL computer based 213 or equivalent, IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 6.0, or Pearson PTE 53 or greater, etc.).
    If a language proficiency test other than those referenced above was used, applicants can forward for assessment.
    If an international applicant has attended an educational institution (high school or post-secondary) for a period of three years or more where the official language of instruction was English, the English language proficiency test will not be required.
    Note: Some programs may require specific English language requirements and proficiency scores that differ from those stated above; therefore international applicants are advised to please refer to the specific program admission requirements as identified in the College Calendar.

     
    EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
    Graduates may find employment in the following areas:
    • Construction contractors
    • Plumbing repair shops

    Courses


    COURSES    
    CODE TITLE  
    Level 1 Pre-Employment Hrs
    TS1510
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    Occupational Health and Safety 6
    TS1520
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    WHMIS 6
    TS1530
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    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
    AM1001 Introduction to Skills for Success 9
    AM1101 Math Essentials 42
    AM1261 Plumber Math Fundamentals 42
    CM2161 Communication Essentials 36
    SD1761 Workplace Essentials 24
    MC1062 Computer Essentials 15
    AP1102 Introduction to Apprenticeship 12

    A certificate from College of the North Atlantic will be awarded upon successful completion of pre-employment level courses.
     
    APPRENTICESHIP
    Upon completion of the pre-employment 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 Plans of Training (POT) - Immigration, Population Growth and Skills (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


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