Faculty: | School of Trades and Technology |
Field of Study: | Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services, Other
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Description: | This course is an introduction to the following trades:Gasfitting Plumbing Sprinkler System Installer Steamfitter/Pipefitter.
Students gain familiarity with the hand and power tools used in the field. Hands-on use of the tools and piping materials like copper, cast iron, black iron, and plastics comprise about 50% of the course. Fixture installation is part of this as well. The other half of the course consists of pre-practical training, as well as safety, trade math, and science. The students will be actively involved in the plumbing of a house in the community, working with other trade entry students from carpentry and the electrical departments. |