Plumbing
The Plumbing program is part of the Constructions Trades Courses, taught using a nationally recognized certification program entitled "Wheels of Learning," which encompasses twenty-six disciplines. A student who has completed any "module" in the discipline offered will be tested to determine competency program, allowing students to work at their on pace as suits their needs and/or abilities. Currently five disciplines are offered to include:
- Carpentry
- Masonry
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- HVAC
As a Trade Contractor
Plumbers install, maintain, and repair many different types of plumbing and pipe systems. Plumbers install and repair drinking water, waste disposal, drainage, and gas systems in homes and commercial and industrial buildings. They also install plumbing fixtures such as bathtubs, sinks, and toilets, and appliances such as dishwashers, and water heaters.
Construction plumbers work from blueprints and drawings that show the planned location of pipes, plumbing fixtures, and appliances in a house. They determine the materials required for installation. Then, plumbers lay out the job to fit the piping into the structure of the house with the least waste of material and within the confines of the structure. Plumbers measure and mark the areas where pipes will be installed and connected. They cut and thread pipe, using a variety of tools. Plumbers also check for obstructions such as electrical wiring and, if necessary plan the pipe installation around the problem. Sometimes plumbers have to cut holes in walls, ceilings, and floors. When piping is in place plumbers install fixtures and appliances and connect the system to outside water and sewer lines. Using pressure gauges, plumbers check the system to make sure that the plumbing works properly.
Estimated Salary
National |
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North Carolina |
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Per Year |
Per Hour |
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Per Year |
Per Hour |
Starting Salary |
$34,500 |
$16.50 |
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$33,000 |
$16.00 |
Average Salary |
$41,500 |
$19.75 |
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$39,500 |
$19.00 |
Salary w/ experience |
$47,000 |
$22.50 |
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$45,500 |
$22.00 |
Economic Research Institute (Survey of Salaries in 2004) |
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Career Pathway
Plumbing I
Plumbing II
Plumbing III
Plumbing IV
Costs
Registration Fees
- $175 Level I
- $175 Level II
- $175 Level III
- $175 Level IV
$700 Total
Admission Requirements
No additional requirements for this course. Students under 18 years of age must complete a minor permission form.
For Additional Information
Contact Corporate and Continuing Education Department Monday - Thursday 8 am - 8 pm and Friday, 8 am - 5 pm at (828) 726-2242 or contact Jeff Holman, Director of Vocational and Technical Programs, at (828) 726-2382 email at jholman@cccti.edu.
