HVAC-R & Plumbing
Under the guidance of professional staff, students will:
- Diagnose, service, troubleshoot and maintain HVAC and Refrigeration systems.
- Diagnose, service, and maintain Plumbing systems.
- Earn EPA certification and meet OSHA requirements.
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Units of Study
- Orientation / Safety
- Blueprint / Schematics Reading
- Pipe Specifications & Systems
- Hand & Power Tools
- Valve Installation
- Pipe: Copper, Plastic, Steel, & Cast Iron
- Hanger & Support Installation
- Water Distribution Lines
- Builder Leveler
- Drains & Sewers
- Install Fixtures
- Install Appliances
- Install Vents
- Maintain Plumbing Systems
- Perform Tests on Piping Systems
- Advanced Pipe Fabrication
- Pressure Boilers
- Hydronic Heating Systems
- Ladder / Scaffolding Safety
- Nitrogen Purge while Brazing
Certifications
Plumbing Technology students earn the following certifications in high school:
- Pennsylvania Builder’s Association Skills Certificate
- OSHA CareerSafe
College Articulation
- Bucks County Community College
Industry Salary Ranges
- Maintenance / Repair Workers: $21,700 - $60,060
- Plumber / Pipefitter / Steamfitter: $29,680 - $89,720
- Construction / Building Inspector: $34,800 - $91,600
Career Opportunities
- Maintenance / Repair Worker
- Inspector
- Plumber
- Pipefitter
- Steamfitter
- Pipelayer
- Sheetmetal Worker
Program Costs
- Uniform: $10
Instructor: Andy Wollyung
Email: awollyung@ubtech.org
Phone: 215-795-2911 x261
