PT31 NCCER Pipefitting Technology, Technical Certificate of Credit

Offered at the Griffin Campus

Program Entrance Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
Minimum Length of Program: 3 terms
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 28

Program Description

The NCCER Pipefitting Technology program of study prepares students for careers in pipefitting and related fields. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasis a combination of pipefitting theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a NCCER Pipefitting Technology Technician Technical Certificate of Credit and have the qualifications of a pipefitter.

Admission Requirements

  • Submit completed application and application fee
  • Be at least 16 years of age
  • Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
  • Meet assessment requirements

The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.

Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.

Program Courses

First Term

COFC 1080Construction Trades Core

4

PPFT 1010Intro Industrial Pipefitting

3

PPFT 1020Pipe Systems Instal. &Assembly

3

Second Term

PPFT 1030Socket & Butt Weld Pipe Fab.

4

PPFT 1040Equipm. Slings & Crane Rigging

3

PPFT 1050Testing Procedures

3

Third Term

PPFT 1060Adv. Pipe Fabrication

4

PPFT 1070Special Piping

4