Plumbing Junior/Senior Option
Program Overview
The Plumbing Technology program prepares students for entry into the plumbing industry. Core concepts to be covered include the following: print reading; estimating; backflow prevention; residential/commercial plumbing; plumbing code review; drain/waste/vent pipe and fittings; water volume and distribution requirements; and installation/testing of materials.
First Year
First Semester
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
| PLM 100 | OSHA 10 | 1 |
| PLM 105 | Craft Skills for Plumbing | 4 |
| PLM 110 | Plumbing Tools and Safety | 2 |
| PLM 115 | Plumbing Math and Drawings I | 2 |
| PLM 120 | Pipes and Fittings | 4 |
| PLM 125 | DWV and Water Distribution Sys. | 2 |
| Total Semester Credits | 15 |
Second Semester
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
| PLM 130 | Plumbing Math and Drawings II | 4 |
| PLM 135 | Building Supply Systems | 4 |
| PLM 140 | Plumbing Fixtures and Valves | 3 |
| PLM 145 | Electricity and Fuel Gas | 2 |
| Total Semester Credits | 13 |
Second Year
Third Semester
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
| PLM 205 | Water Supply Systems |
4 |
| PLM 210 | Venting & Pumps |
4 |
| PLM 215 | Intermediate Plumbing | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 11 |
Fourth Semester
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
| PLM 220 | Advanced Plumbing | 4 |
| PLM 225 | Code & Special Systems | 2 |
| PLM 230 | Private Systems | 3 |
| PLM 235 | Medical Gas & Vacuum Systems |
1 |
| PLM 240 | Occupational Work Experience or Special Projects | 4 |
| Total Semester Credits | 14 |
Program Hours/Estimated Salary
Annual Salary Range: $25,000 - $35,000
PROGRAM HOURS: 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Tools
- Estimated Cost Toolkit ($550)
- *This does not include the price of our General Education Classes and Books.
- *The core technical classes are covered through the Excel in CTE program.
Employment Options
- Plumber
Faculty
Butch Smith
Plumbing Instructor
butch.smith@nwktc.edu
More Info
Kayla Luera
Director of Outreach
785-890-1512
kayla.luera@nwktc.edu
