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):

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):

Contact Information at the Location:

Additional information can be provided by student services:

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