Apprentices complete a required number of hours
in on-the-job training and related instruction.
in on-the-job training and related instruction.
Plumber
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Work Process Content
On the Job Training
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Hours do not meet minimum OA standard for this occupation
5.3K
OJT hours
CARE AND USE OF TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND MATERIAL FOR PLUMBING AND HEATING
4
500
CARE AND USE OF TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND MATERIAL FOR PLUMBING AND HEATING
4
500
- Identify materials, fittings, grades and types of pipe.
- Learn to use and maintain trade tools and equipment.
- Learn to cut, thread, ream and flange pipe.
- Learn welding and soldering.
PREPARATION OF TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND MATERIAL FOR PLUMBING AND HEATING
2
500
PREPARATION OF TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND MATERIAL FOR PLUMBING AND HEATING
2
500
- Select piping materials, as required
- Load and unload required material and equipment
DRAINAGE PIPING AND FITTINGS
7
100
DRAINAGE PIPING AND FITTINGS
7
100
- Understand the types of pipes used underground, within a building, above grade, and in agreement with code.
- Install cast iron, steel, plastic or other approved drainage piping.
- Pitch pipes for proper drainage.
- Use recessed drainage fittings; determine number of hangers required by certain size waste lines.
- Know the types of pipe and fittings and proper use for DWV.
- Know the workings of septic tanks and systems.
- Know the methods for testing pipes for leaks.
VENTING
2
750
VENTING
2
750
- Demonstrate the application and importance of venting.
- Install main and branch venting, and all aspects of venting, according to code.
SINGLE FIXTURE INSTALLATIONS, SETTING FIXTURES
3
100
SINGLE FIXTURE INSTALLATIONS, SETTING FIXTURES
3
100
- Know how to install, test, and maintain fixtures
- Know how to prepare blocking and supports
- Cut and patch walls
PIPE CUTTING, REAMING, THREADING, AND FLANGING
5
800
PIPE CUTTING, REAMING, THREADING, AND FLANGING
5
800
- Setting up and using a threading machine
- Using hand cutters, taps, reamers and related Power equipment.
- Install, repair and replace main components.
- Fabricate pipes. Operate and test for leaks.
- Fabricate and install high pressure and special alloy systems.
INSTALL & MAINTAIN STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING SYSTEMS
2
100
INSTALL & MAINTAIN STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING SYSTEMS
2
100
- Know the various types of steam and hot water heating systems.
- Know how to safely install, maintain and repair them.
HOT AND COLD WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
4
750
HOT AND COLD WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
4
750
- Measure and cut pipes to specifications
- Install various piping methods and materials
- Select, fir and install valves
- Install, in accordance with accepted code and safety procedures
HIGH & LOW PRESSURE BOILERS
4
700
HIGH & LOW PRESSURE BOILERS
4
700
- Install boilers
- Fabricate and install piping
- Test, and place in operation
- Instruct operating personnel
WATER HEATER INSTALLATION
5
500
WATER HEATER INSTALLATION
5
500
- Properly size water heaters
- Learn difference between heat sources
- Install and connect water heater
- Venting of appropriate units
- Maintain, troubleshoot and repair as required according to code
WATER PUMPS
4
500
WATER PUMPS
4
500
- Know lift principles
- Know pressure calculations
- Know types and use of pistons, rotaries, vanes and submersibles
- Demonstrate installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair
Related Instruction Content
Training Provider(s):
1.2K
RI hours
YEAR I
150
YEAR I
150
Core Curriculum Introductory Craft Skills
27
Core Curriculum Introductory Craft Skills
27
Introduction to the Plumbing Profession
5
Introduction to the Plumbing Profession
5
Plumbing Safety
20
Plumbing Safety
20
Introduction to Plumbing Math
7
Introduction to Plumbing Math
7
Plumbing Tools
7
Plumbing Tools
7
Blueprints and Plumbing Drawings
12
Blueprints and Plumbing Drawings
12
Various Pipes and Fittings
45
Various Pipes and Fittings
45
Fixtures and Faucets
5
Fixtures and Faucets
5
Intro Drain, Waste, & Vent (DWV) Systems
10
Intro Drain, Waste, & Vent (DWV) Systems
10
Intro Water Distribution Systems
10
Intro Water Distribution Systems
10
YEAR II
150
YEAR II
150
Intermediate Math
10
Intermediate Math
10
Reading Commercial Drawings
20
Reading Commercial Drawings
20
Installing and Testing DWV Piping
20
Installing and Testing DWV Piping
20
Installing Roof, Floor & Area Drains
5
Installing Roof, Floor & Area Drains
5
Types of Valves
5
Types of Valves
5
Installing and Testing Water Supply Piping
20
Installing and Testing Water Supply Piping
20
Installing Fixtures, Valves, and Faucets
15
Installing Fixtures, Valves, and Faucets
15
Introduction to Electricity
15
Introduction to Electricity
15
Installing Water Heaters
5
Installing Water Heaters
5
Fuel & Gas Piping/ Fuel Gas Systems
30
Fuel & Gas Piping/ Fuel Gas Systems
30
Servicing Fixtures, Valves and Faucets
5
Servicing Fixtures, Valves and Faucets
5
YEAR III
150
YEAR III
150
Applied Math
10
Applied Math
10
Water Pipe Sizing
17
Water Pipe Sizing
17
Potable Water Treatment
15
Potable Water Treatment
15
Back flow Preventers
12
Back flow Preventers
12
Types of Venting
10
Types of Venting
10
Sewage and Sump Pumps
17
Sewage and Sump Pumps
17
NFPA 54
20
NFPA 54
20
Sizing DWV and Storm Systems
10
Sizing DWV and Storm Systems
10
Corrosive-Resistant Waste Piping
7
Corrosive-Resistant Waste Piping
7
International Plumbing Code 2009
30
International Plumbing Code 2009
30
YEAR IV
150
YEAR IV
150
Water Pressure Booster & Recirculation Systems
17
Water Pressure Booster & Recirculation Systems
17
Indirect and Special Waste
12
Indirect and Special Waste
12
Servicing Piping Systems, Fixtures & Appliances
20
Servicing Piping Systems, Fixtures & Appliances
20
Private Water Supply Systems
10
Private Water Supply Systems
10
Private Waste Disposal Systems
10
Private Waste Disposal Systems
10
Hydronic and Solar Heating Systems
15
Hydronic and Solar Heating Systems
15
Water Supply Treatment
15
Water Supply Treatment
15
Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs
10
Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs
10
Plumbing for Mobile Home Parks
10
Plumbing for Mobile Home Parks
10
International Plumbing Code 2009 Review
30
International Plumbing Code 2009 Review
30