School: George Brown College
Program:Plumbing Techniques
Program | Plumbing Techniques
| Faculty | Construction & Engineering Technologies |
Credential | Ontario College Certificate | Duration | 1 year |
Starting Month | May | Co-op opportunities | No |
Program Description:
The Plumbing Techniques program focuses on residential, commercial and industrial applications in the plumbing industry, paying particular attention to residential plumbing. It is a hands-on program that may benefit anyone seeking to enter an apprenticeship or any construction-related career path.
Through hands-on projects you will learn about:
Tools, materials, equipment and methods used in the plumbing industry
Estimating materials and labour costs
Proper use of hand tools and power tools
Safety practices and procedures associated with these tools
The program includes studying industry standards and building codes while considering health and safety issues and energy conservation.
Projects include:
Constructing and testing both drain and water systems
Learning how to install hot water heaters and a variety of residential plumbing fixtures
Research on the science of sanitation, water, and the forces acting on a sealed piping system with and without atmospheric pressure applied to it
Studying blueprints and learning basic drafting techniques that will enable you to design, comprehend and build plumbing systems
A final project will focus on how to maintain the plumbing system you install and those that you may encounter in the future.
Admission Requirement:
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
Grade 12 English (C or U)
Grade 11 Math (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U)
** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)
Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.
Tuition Fees:
Application Fee | $95 |
Base Tuition Fee | $13,520 for 2 semesters $20,280 for 3 Semesters |
Incidental Fees (Student ID, Student association membership, etc.) | $1,500 |
Mandatory Health Insurance | $570.82 for one year coverage( Sep-Aug) $388.28 for 8 months coverage(Jan-Aug) $204.64 for 4 months coverage (May- Aug) |
Public Transportation ( Per year), estimated | $1,500 |
Books and supplies (estimated per year) | $1,000-$1,200 |
Career:
The construction industry is one of the country’s largest employers, and skilled trades workers are among the highest paid and most in demand in Canada.
As a graduate of the program, you can bring entry-level plumbing skills to future employers. You can use this Plumbing Techniques program in pursuing related work in areas such as:
Plumber
Steamfitter
Sprinkler Systems Installer
Gas Fitter
Sales and Distribution
Link to George Brown Official Website
http://www.georgebrown.ca/T165-2017-2018/