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Plumbing Technology
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Employment for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is projected to grow 5% in the next 10 years.
Employers have reported difficulty in finding qualified workers. In NJ, journeyman plumbers earn $52.00 per hour;
general foreman earn $62.00 per hour. Experienced master plumbers can make over $100,000 per year.(Sources: United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, UA Local 9 Wage Guide)
The Plumbing Technology Program provides students with instruction in a variety of areas which include fresh and wastewater plumbing as well as natural gas and HVAC. Students will learn to work safely in both a residential and an industrial setting. Successful students will also have the opportunity to gain real world experience through the school’s Cooperative Education Program.
Curriculum
Year 1:
Introduction to building trades, safety,
plumbing history, plumbing tools, plumbing careersYear 2:
Proper tool care and maintenance,
choosing correct tools and materials for a job, copper,
steel, cast iron pipingYear 3:
Potable water, sanitary drainage & waste,
storm drainage, water heaters,
kitchens and appliances, basic HVACYear 4:
Repair work, boilers,
National Standard Plumbing Code,
advanced HVAC,
cooperative education opportunitiesClasses meet for 3 periods/2 hours per day, 5 days a week
Average number of new students accepted per year: 6
Opportunity for professional certifications: YES – CSST, OSHA 10
Opportunity to earn college credits:
NO - Students receive 1 year of education credit
and 1 year of field work credit towards a plumbing apprenticeship program.Future Careers
Boiler Operator
Construction Worker
Contractor
HVAC Technician
Hydrologist
PipefitterPlumbing Inspector
Plumber
Natural Gas Service Technician
Sprinkler Technician
Utility WorkerRecent Student
Post-Secondary
DestinationsRalph Malfatone and Sons Inc.
Sherman Smith Plumbing Heating Air
Keys Plumbing
Raritan Valley Community College
Skylands Energy Service
Union of Plumbers Local 24PARA ASISTENCIA EN ESPAÑOL LLAME AL 908-526-8900 x7298 o x7264
Somerset County Vocational & Technical Schools 908-526-8900 www.scvths.org 2021-22