With an aging infrastructure and dwindling trade workforce, the demand for more skilled plumbers has never been greater. This online plumbing course provides the fundamental training you need to enter a stable career in this high-demand field.
Learn plumbing online in this self-paced plumber course, gaining the fundamental, job-ready skills relevant to the plumbing and piping industry through detailed course materials developed by industry experts and employers. You will explore potable water distribution, drainage and venting systems, fixtures, pumps, water heaters, and specialty applications. You will also learn essential soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, responsibility, and time management.
Training fundamentals are solidified throughout the course through 88 interactivities, including magnets, checkboxes, flashcards, select-a-choice, learning checks, and a matching game. Throughout the course, you follow the journey of three plumbers at different stages of their careers: master, journeyman, and apprentice.
You will also receive a plumbing practice kit with real PVC, PEX, copper, ABS, and galvanized materials, plus essential tools—giving you everything you need to complete hands-on training exercises. After completing this plumbing training program, you will possess the specialized skills and technical knowledge needed to pursue a career in plumbing.
Instructor(s):Adam Seek
Adam Seek has more than 25 years of experience in the plumbing industry. He is a licensed plumber, pipefitter, instructor, and maintenance/service technician with an excellent track record of success in safety, quality control, planning, development, and project management. His career in plumbing started at a young age, when he first joined his family's plumbing business. He then went on to a four-year program where he was awarded for his aptitude and academic achievements.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word Online
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this program are included in enrollment. Each lesson will link to reading assignments in the following eBooks:
- Plumbing 101, 7th Edition by PHCC Educational Foundation
- Plumbing 201, 7th Edition by PHCC Educational Foundation
This course also includes:
- Plumbing Lab Kit - Shipped 10 days after enrollment is activated. This lab kit features:
- Graph Paper Items
- PVC, PEX, and Copper Pipes & Fittings
- ABS & PVC Fittings
- Tools
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Lesson 1
- Becoming a Plumber
- Introduction to Plumbing
- Plumbing Principles, Codes, Licenses, and Inspections
- A Career in Plumbing
- Communication
- Time Management
- Plumbing Tools, First Aid, and Safety
- Plumbing Tools
- First Aid and Safety
- Problem Solving
- Accepting Responsibility
- Piping Materials and Joining Methods
- General Principles of Pipe Materials
- Metal Piping
- Plastic Piping
- Water Supply and Disposal, Building Materials, and Plumbing Math
- Basic Math for Plumbing
- Water Supply, Sources, and Sewage Disposal
- Building Materials and Plumbing
- Fixtures, Faucets, Valves, and Water Heaters
- Fixtures
- Faucets, Valves, and Related Devices
- Water Heaters
- Building Plans, Sketching, and More Plumbing Math
- More Plumbing Math
- Building Plans and Drawings
- Projections and Sketches
- Midterm Exam
- Pipes and Pipe Joining
- Pipe History and Standards
- Metal Pipes and Connection Methods
- Plastic Pipes, Connection Methods, and Special Applications
- Potable Water Distribution and Individual Run Systems
- Piping Materials and Standards
- Water Sources and Treatment
- Water Pipe Sizing
- Building Distribution Systems
- Drains and Stacks
- Drainage Fixture Units
- Building Drains
- Stacks
- Water Heaters, Hoisting, Rigging, and More Plumbing Safety
- Water Heater Types, Components, Care, and Safety
- Water Heater Sizing and Distribution
- Hoisting and Rigging
- Ladder, Scaffold, and Excavation Safety
- Air, Water, and Venting
- Understanding Hydraulics and Pneumatics
- Testing Methods and Noises in Water Systems
- Vent Systems and Types
- Vent Piping and Hangers and Alternative Venting
- Applied Plumbing Math
- Using Fractions and Decimals
- Working with Squares, Cubes, and Offsets
- Plumbing Geometry
- Backflow Protection, Sewage Disposal, Pumps, Traps, and Supports
- Cross-Connection Protection
- Sewage Systems
- Sump Pumps, Sewage Pumps, and Sewage Ejectors
- Plumbing Traps
- Fixture Supports
- Welding, Soldering, Brazing, and Cutting
- Gases and Equipment Used in Metal Joining and Cutting
- Metal Joining and Cutting Safety
- Soldering, Brazing, and Flame-Cutting
- Welding Techniques and Testing
- More Plumbing Drawings
- Rough-In Sheets and Installation Tolerances
- Types of Drawings and Views
- Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Installations
- Final Exam
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