Classroom Hours
1st & 2nd years: M/W 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
3rd & 4th years: T/TH 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
As a plumber, you will install, repair and maintain plumbing systems and fixtures in residential, commercial, institutional or public buildings. You will get to cut, thread, assemble, weld, solder, and caulk water pipes and joints. You will read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing systems, water supply networks and waste and drainage systems. As a plumber, you will design, install, troubleshoot, and repair plumbing systems, fixtures, piping equipment, and controls. These piping systems may be used to transport water, gases, or hot liquids.
Plumbers work in cooperation with other building professionals to ensure the project meets all specifications, code, and safety requirements to ensure efficient completion of any project.
The Plumbing Apprenticeship program satisfies the educational requirements to take the State Journeyman Plumber Exam. To complete the entire Apprentice Plumbing Program, an individual must be licensed through the State and work under the supervision of a licensed Journeyman Plumber. A basic assessment is required prior to enrolling. This program provides a solid understanding of the International Plumbing Code (IPC), its layout, and the requirements for different plumbing systems and parts of those systems. This program discusses the processes, parts, and risks involved with the various plumbing systems as well as the safety equipment and measures that are in place to protect plumbers and the public alike.
Program Objectives
Christina joined OTECH in 2019 as the Utah Aerospace Pathway Coordinator. Soon after stepping into the role, she took on pathway programs for Industrial Automation, Construction, Automotive, and Composites. As the pathway coordinator, she worked directly with students, instructors, and industry, coordinating all aspects of OTECH’s pathway programs. In 2022, Christina took on the role of program coordinator for the Plumbing and Union Apprenticeship programs where she continued her track record of building strong relationships with various stake holders. She deeply believes in the mission of the college and going the extra mile to help students succeed. Christina grew up in the Ogden area and completed her Associate degree at Weber State University. In her free time, Christina likes to check out local events and care for her 30+ houseplants.
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Plumber apprentice students learn basic safety and first aid as part of their coursework. This includes the OSHA 10-hour safety course that is intended to provide entry-level workers the ability to recognize and prevent hazards on a job site.
Apprentices learn to read and interpret plumbing blueprints, identify and select fixtures, lavatories, showers and bathtubs and assemble various types of plumbing system joints.
Students learn sizing of water supply systems, preventing backflow, intermediate math skills for calculating offsets and water pressure and the proper installation and venting of water heaters. They also learn to interpret and sketch isometric pipe drawings, residential plumbing blueprints, drainage systems and indirect waste piping along with the uses and selection of traps and interceptors.
Students who are already knowledgeable about certain plumbing topics may be able to take a third-party exam covering the learning objectives for a specific semester of the first two years of the program. If the student passes the test, they may bypass a semester of apprenticeship coursework* on their way to licensure. Contact the program coordinator to learn more.
*Note: Bypassing a semester of coursework does not change the total work hours required for licensure
Apprentice coursework prepares students to take the state plumbing journey-level licensing exam.
The Plumbing Apprenticeship program offers something for anyone who likes working in a hands-on environment. Students work with residential and commercial systems, doing everything from design to install. By completing our program, apprentices are well on their way to becoming a journeyman or even a master plumber.
As an experienced plumber:
