Plumbing and Heating
Plumbing and Heating Technicians are in demand throughout Alaska. Plumbing and Heating students receive basic training in the construction and maintenance of plumbing and heating systems.
The Plumbing and Heating program offers a blend of classroom instruction, lab, and live work practice. This program is fast-paced and challenging. Students should have mechanical aptitude, strong mathematics and reading skills, and the ability to manage time effectively. The small class sizes at AVTEC provide students with the opportunity to experience extensive hands-on training.
Students may elect to take additional coursework in National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Plumbing level 1 Related Technical Instruction.
The Plumbing and Heating program provides students with a wide variety of experiences that prepare them for entry-level employment and for apprenticeships in the plumbing and heating, construction, and facility maintenance trades.
Program offered in: January, August
Training Times: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday
Clock Hours: 630
Requirements
Information Technology Requirements
Students will need a laptop computer for this training program and be able to demonstrate understanding using the following electronic equipment and functions:
- Laptop computers
- Have a basic understanding of computer graphic interfaces
Employment Requirements
- Most positions require a clean driving record with the ability to earn a valid Alaska driver’s license
- Demonstrate the ability to show up on time, rested and dressed for work
- Safety-conscious and situationally aware of surroundings
- Understand and willingly enforce industry safety standards
Program Specific Requirements
- Students must arrive on time and attend training daily (Mon-Fri 8:30 am to 4:30 pm)
- Should be comfortable with constant physical activity
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, lift, carry, push, pull, twist, turn, bend squat, climb, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach continuously
- Required to wear safety goggles/glasses in shop areas
- Required to remove conductive articles such as keys, rings, watches, etc., when work is performed within reaching distance of exposed energized equipment parts
- Proper prescription safety glasses are recommended for students with prescription lenses
- Will supply properly fitting work clothes and steel toe or reinforced toe work boots
- Will be prepared and dressed appropriately for working in inclement winter weather
- The following are minimum level of physical requirements expected to be performed:
- Lift 75 pounds
- Carry 50 pounds
- Push 100 pounds
- Pull 50 pounds
Industry Certifications
- OSHA 10
- First Aid and CPR
Graduation Achievement Levels
Level 1- Plumbing and Heating Systems Assistant Repairer
Level 2- Plumbing and Heating Systems Repairer
Level 3- Plumbing and Heating Systems Technician