Plumbing Technology
This field is always in high demand.
Introduction:
The purpose of the programs in this cluster is to prepare students for employment or advanced training in a variety of pipe occupations. The content includes but is not limited to reading construction documents, understanding building codes in the pipe trades, plumbing pipe-cutting-and-joining skills and plumbing layout and installation.
Career Opportunities:
- Plumber Helper
Employment Outlook:
Employment of plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is projected to grow 16% from 2016 to 2026.
Salary:
The average wage for this career in Florida is $14.36 hourly or $29,869 annually.
Completion Requirements:
The entire program is 1080 hours. Certain Adult Education Centers do not offer all components of the program. Full completion of the program may be completed at a Technical College. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):
OCP | COURSE | HOURS |
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OCP A | Helper, Plumber, Pipefitter | 360 Hours |
OCP B | Residential Plumber | 240 Hours |
OCP C | Commercial Plumber | 240 Hours |
OCP D | Plumbing Applications | 240 Hours |
Total Hours: 1080 |
Location & Course’s Schedule:
This program offers a broad foundation of knowledge in installing pipes, fixtures; study blueprints and follow state and local building codes; replace worn parts; and much more. Plumbing Technology is available at the following school (s):
LOCATION | COURSE'S SCHEDULE | |
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William H. Turner Technical Adult Education Center | Monday - Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. |
Contact Information at the Location:
Additional information can be provided by student services:
LOCATION | COUNSELOR / REGISTRAR | PHONE NUMBER |
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Robert Morgan Educational Center & Technical College (305) 253-9920 | Mirtha Silverang Maria Ruiz Kathy Pearson Irene Montoto | Ext. 2145 Ext. 2147 Ext. 2159 Ext. 2150 |
William H. Turner Technical Adult Education Center (305) 691-8324 | Valarie B. Johnson Gia Jones Martha Pinell Julia Innocent |
Source
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/construction-and-extraction/plumbers-pipefitters-and-steamfitters.htm.
- Indeed on the Internet at https://www.indeed.com/salaries/Plumbers-Helper-Salaries,-Florida