Plumbing and Pipefitting Applied Certificate

Location(s): Delivery details below

The Plumbing and Pipefitting Applied Certificate program provides entry level knowledge and skill development in plumbing installation, water supplies, waste systems and plumbing fixtures. The pass mark for each course is 60%.

This program may be offered at all SIAST campuses subject to a needs assessment. It is delivered off campus through continuing education.

Length: 17 weeks

Career Opportunities

Trade time and academic credit may be available for graduates who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. Please contact the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) for further information.

Program Details

Start Date(s): Varies

For more information, contact:

Mic MacDonald (Kelsey Campus) at (306) 659-4102
Don McPherson (Palliser Campus) at (306) 691-8264
Jim Marcia (Wascana Campus) at (306) 775-7484
Al Willms (Woodland Campus) at (306) 765-1613

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Admission Requirements

Grade 11

English Language Requirement

Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through a special admission assessment. Interested individuals should still apply. Applicants are automatically considered for special admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met. Refer to the ACCUPLACER^© cut scores and Post Secondary Success Requirements for this program below, and review additional details concerning Special Admission.

ACCUPLACER ^©

ACCUPLACER^© Cut Scores
for this program

70	Arithmetic
55	Elementary Algebra
70	Reading

Post-Secondary Success

Post-Secondary Success Requirements
for this program

One year post-secondary studies

Admission Method

First Qualified/First Admitted

The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of SIAST programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake.

Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year.

Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.

Learning Method(s)

SIAST offers a variety of learning methods for course delivery. The following learning methods are available for some of the courses in this program.

Classroom

Home Study

Shop/Lab

Work Experience

Please refer to the course descriptions for course specific learning methods.

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) Availability

SIAST recognizes that adults learn in many different ways and through many different means. This includes acquiring knowledge and skills through life and work experience or non-formal training.

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Transfer Credit

Many SIAST students benefit from transferring credit. You may be eligible to transfer credit from or to another college or university. To learn more, visit our transfer credit web page.

Courses
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DRAW 101 Blueprint Reading

You will learn how to produce and interpret basic shop drawings and piping sketches as used at a typical work site. You will study the trade's code book and learn to apply code regulations to the installation of a residential plumbing system.

7.0 Credit Units
105.0 Other hours

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

MATH 106 Applied Mathematics

You will review basic mathematics and the metric system of measurement. You will re-examine basic mathematical concepts as they apply to the Plumbing and Pipefitting trades.

2.0 Credit Units
24.0 Lecture hours

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

PLMB 100 Gasfitting

You will develop the required skills necessary for the installation of a domestic gas piping system. You will be introduced to the science behind the gas used in industry, along with the code requirements for the industry. The course emphasizes the safety factors involved in working with natural and propane gas and the importance of accurate code interpretation.

3.0 Credit Units
45.0 Other hours

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

RIGG 183 Safety, Knots and Rigging

You will study general safety as it applies to the plumbing/pipefitting trades. You will develop skill in the safe lifting and moving of materials and equipment used in the shop. You will become familiar with WHMIS and articles of the Occupational Health and Safety Act that apply to the trades.

2.0 Credit Units
30.0 Other hours

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Lab/Practical, Lecture/Lab, Independent Study, Correspondence

SCI_ 108 Trade Science

You will gain an understanding of the basic scientific principles that apply to the plumbing/pipefitting trade.

1.0 Credit Units
16.0 Lecture hours

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

STEA 100 Hydronic Heating Systems

The course covers the various boilers and the components of a hot water heating system. You will briefly discuss hydronic cooling. You will study a typical boiler installation with associated piping. You will be introduced to the hydronics code and how it applies to a residential or small commercial heating system. You will cover the practice of installing various boilers and the components of a hot water heating system. You will briefly discuss hydronic cooling. You will demonstrate a typical boiler installation with associated piping. You will put into practice the hydronics code and apply it to a residential or small commercial heating system.

7.0 Credit Units
100.0 Other hours

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Prerequisites:
DRAW 101 Minimum Grade of 60 and PLMB 100 Minimum Grade of 60 and RIGG 183 Minimum Grade of 60 and TOOL 108 Minimum Grade of 60

STEA 101 Introduction to Steam Boilers

Your studies will include various low pressure steam systems. You will cover terms and definitions and the basic operation of LPS heating systems. You will discuss an overview of equipment use and low pressure steam accessories. Piping arrangements for LPS will also be discussed.

2.0 Credit Units
35.0 Lecture hours

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

TOOL 108 Basic Tools and Materials

You will learn to use most of the hand and power tools utilized in the plumbing and pipefitting trades. You will be introduced to all types of pipes, tubing and fittings. You will learn to identify and join the different kinds of pipe used in the plumbing and pipefitting trades and learn to join the different kinds of pipe. Another component of the course is an introduction to natural and LP gas.

6.0 Credit Units
95.0 Other hours

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

WORK 105 Work Experience

You will gain valuable experience through a two-week job placement in industry. You will have the opportunity to apply your trade-related technical skills as you increase your understanding of the workplace and employer's needs.

0.0 Credit Units
80.0 Lab hours

Learning Method(s): Work Experience -Individual, Work Experience - Group

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