PT32 NCCER Plumbing and Pipefitting Technology Diploma

Offered at the Griffin Campus

Program Entrance Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
Minimum Length of Program: 4 terms
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 42

Program Description

The NCCER Plumbing and Pipefitting Technology program of study is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in plumbing, 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 plumbing and pipefitting theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a NCCER Plumbing and Pipefitting Technology diploma and have the qualification of an apprentice plumber or pipefitter.

Admission Requirements

  • Submit completed application and application fee
  • Be at least 16 years of age
  • Submission of the official High School or GED transcript with test scores is required. 
  • 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.

Contact Us

Billy Elliott, A.A.S., Program Coordinator

Email: Billy.Elliott@sctech.edu

Phone: (770) 412-5730

Complete of ONE of the following specializations:

Plumbing Specialization

First Term

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3

MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

Choose One: (Required)
EMPL 1000Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development

2

OR

PSYC 1010Basic Psychology

3

Second Term

COFC 1080Construction Trades Core

4

PLBG 1005Plumbing Fundamentals I

4

PLBG 1015Plumbing Fundamentals II

4

Third Term

PLBG 1025Intermediate Plumbing I

4

PLBG 1035Intermediate Plumbing II

4

PLBG 1045Advanced Plumbing Concepts I

4

Fourth Term

PLBG 1055Advanced Plumbing Concepts II

3

PLBG 1065Specialty Plumb Applications I

4

PLBG 1068Specialty Plumbing Applications II

3

Occupational Related Elective

3

Plumbing Specialization Electives:

COFC 1050Construction Print Reading Fundamentals

3

PLBG 1330Plumbing Codes

3

Pipefitting Specialization

First Term

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3

MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

Choose One: (Required)
EMPL 1000Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development

2

OR

PSYC 1010Basic Psychology

3

Second Term

COFC 1080Construction Trades Core

4

PPFT 1010Introduction to Industrial Pipefitting

3

PPFT 1020Pipe Systems Installation and Assembly

3

Third Term

PPFT 1030Socket and Butt Weld Pipe Fabrication

4

PPFT 1040Equipment-Slings and Crane Riggings

3

PPFT 1050Testing Procedures

3

Fourth Term

PPFT 1060Advanced Pipe Fabrication

4

PPFT 1070Special Piping

4

Occupational Related Electives (6)

Pipefitting Specialization Electives:

PLBG 1005Plumbing Fundamentals I

4

PLBG 1015Plumbing Fundamentals II

4

WELD 1007Welding Technology Fundamentals

3

WELD 1037GMAW and FCAW Welding

4