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Plumbing and Piping

English language proficiency requirements Students registering in post-secondary level courses (numbered 100 to 499) will be required to meet the requirements. Students in ELS or the University Foundations programs can register in those courses identified in the with lower levels of language proficiency.

Please note that not all courses are offered every semester.

2 credits

Safety and WHMIS

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Plumbing and Piping certificate.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Introduces the proper safety procedures and regulations used in the piping trades and the proper use and handling of chemicals on work sites. Provides students with the ability to use safe work practices on the jobsite. Students will learn and use the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and will learn to identify fire hazards and select appropriate fire extinguishers for various types of fires.

PLMB 111

4 credits

Math and Science

Prerequisite(s): PLMB 110.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Introduces students to the scientific theory, calculations, and problem-solving techniques in the piping trades. Emphasis on standard measurement units and conversions.

PLMB 112

6 credits

Tools and Materials

Prerequisite(s): PLMB 111.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Introduces the tools and common materials used in the piping trades. Students will learn to select and safely use the appropriate tools and materials through practical projects designed for work applications.

PLMB 113

3 credits

Blueprint Reading and Drawing

Prerequisite(s): PLMB 112.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Introduces students to the language of mechanical blueprints. Drafting standards are used to interpret drawings as well as enabling students to create their own single line drawings. Students will have an introduction to the piping symbols used on mechanical blueprint drawings and learn proper methods to draw and read plumbing symbols on drawings.

PLMB 114

9 credits

DWV, Water, and Fixtures

Prerequisite(s): PLMB 113.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Applies local codes to properly size, install, and test drainage, venting, and water pipes and fittings. Includes the basic design, operation, and installation of drain, waste, venting, potable, hot water, and gas systems.

PLMB 116

1 credit

Welding and Rigging

Prerequisite(s): PLMB 113.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Provides the basic methods of welding/cutting of metal materials and the proper use of rigging on work sites.

PLMB 117

1 credit

Hydronic System Design

Prerequisite(s): PLMB 112 or instructor's permission.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

This course provides the training to correctly design residential hot-water heating systems in accordance with established guidelines.

Last updated: May 14, 2024