Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Individuals prepare for pursuing a career in plumbing industry. Courses are designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to be a pre-apprentice, and/or upskill in plumbing trades.
The comprehensive program covers essential topics, lab, and theory, applicable to be field ready. Students engaged in interactive learning experiences, practice exams, and case studies to ensure a deep understanding of the material.
Upon successful completion of the program, total of 576 course hours and additional 8000 apprentice working hours in the field of plumbing, as required, to appear for certification exam to obtain Journeyman License administered by Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE)
Additionally, students will receive ‘HCC-Certification of Completion’ for each course.
Total Program Tuition: : $2,600.00
*Tuition does not include books, course material, tools, or vouchers for certification exams.
Degrees and Certificates
Learn more about the Degrees and Certificates offered by this program by visiting the HCC Catalog.
Additional Information
Overview
In this course, students will learn to apply mathematical calculations related to plumbing trade, hand and power tools, and safety practices. Learn how to measure, cut, join and support testing of plastic pipes and groove copper tubes. Learn types of steel pipefittings, valves, how to measure, cut and join hangers and supports used with steel pipes. How to choose faucets and fixtures for a variety of installation materials. Learn about DWV (drain-waste vent) system design. Course will prepare the individual for basic, entry-level employment position in the Plumbing industry.
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George Davis
Plumbing I & II