The Plumbing Technology program prepares the student to begin their career in the plumbing professions. Coursework provides the student with a technical knowledge and skills development by integrating theory and practical experience.
The successful graduate is eligible for earned hours towards the state apprenticeship requirements and employment in an advanced apprenticeship level in the residential plumbing industry.
Plumbing Technology Diploma Overview
This 40-credit degree prepares graduates to be staff accountants or staff auditors at public and private firms.
| Program | Degree | Length of Program | Delivery Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Technology | Diploma | One year (40 credits) | On-campus |
Employment
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Degree Requirements
| Course # | Course Name | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| SSCI 1104 | Human Relations | 3.00 |
| MATH 1200 | Mathematics of Business and Industry | 3.00 |
| PLBG 1000 | Introduction to Plumbing Technology | 3.00 |
| PLBG 1001 | Introduction to Plumbing Technology Lab | .00 |
| PLBG 1055 | Plumbing Code Interpretation | 4.00 |
| PLBG 1085 | Piping System Fabrication I | 4.00 |
| PLBG 1086 | Piping System Fabrication I Lab | .00 |
| PLBG 1091 | Plumbing Design and Installation I | 4.00 |
| PLBG 1092 | Plumbing Design and Installation I Lab | .00 |
| PLBG 1145 | Piping Systems Fabrication II | 4.00 |
| PLBG 1146 | Piping Systems Fabrication II Lab | .00 |
| PLBG 1147 | Plumbing Design and Installation II | 4.00 |
| PLBG 1148 | Plumbing Design and Installation II Lab | .00 |
| PLBG 1155 | Plumbing Repair and Service Technology | 4.00 |
| PLBG 1156 | Plumbing Repair and Service Technology Lab | .00 |
| PLBG 2151 | Hydronic Design and Controls | 4.00 |
| PLBG 2152 | Hydronic Design and Controls Lab | .00 |
| Total Credits | ||
Program Skills
- Identify safety hazard potential and events at plumbing worksites; and recognize methods to avoid common safety hazards in accordance with industry safety standards.
- Model customer service techniques in communicating with customers while troubleshooting service needs, performance of installation or repairs and integrity of work upon completion of the job.
- Accurately interpret symbols and blueprints for a project, draw symbols correctly to explain or add to project blueprints; ensure blueprints accurately represent the completed work.
- Design and install residential plumbing systems in accordance with the MN Plumbing code.
Faculty
Julian Dreher
Plumbing & Heating Faculty
Office: NTC Campus SetCtr
Email: julian.dreher@ntcmn.edu
John Kenny
Plumbing & Heating Faculty
Office: NTC Campus Room 514
Email: john.kenny@ntcmn.edu