What is Plumbing Technology?
Are you interested in a career that never goes out of style? Do you enjoy solving problems and assembling fixtures? If so, consider a career in plumbing technology. Plumbers install fixtures, valves and pipes and repair water, waste disposal, drainage, and gas systems in homes, commercial and industrial buildings.
What are my career choices?
Plumbers work in the construction occupations as well as maintenance work for a variety of industrial, commercial, and government employers.
What classes do I have to take?
In your classes you will focus on projects such as the maintenance of common fixtures and the complete installation of a plumbing system using tools and materials that will give you practical experience in the plumbing field. You will learn about all types of pipes and fittings, plumbing fixtures, soldering as applied to plumbing, repair and service, septic tanks and disposal systems, water systems, hoisting and scaffolding, drawing as applied to plumbing, tools and equipment and plumbing laws, rules and codes.
What are my degree, diploma, or certificate options?
- Plumbing Technology - Associates
- Plumber Mechanic - Diploma
- Certificates are available for:
- 1st Year Plumber Mechanic
- 2nd Year Plumber Mechanic
- Certified Backflow Tester
- Finish Plumber
- Maintenance Plumber
- Plumber Estimator
- Plumber's Helper
- Rough Plumber
- Service & Repair Plumber
How Much can I make, and Where can I take Classes?
The great thing about KCTCS is that we have colleges and campuses around the state. Choose a college, and you'll find more information on the program and the salaries for careers in the area.
