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Plumbing Apprentice

Plumbing Apprentice

Construction

Students in the Plumbing Apprentice program will receive training in the following areas: designing, installing, repairing and maintaining piping systems such as soil, waste, vent, potable water, wastewater treatment, gas systems (medical, propane, and natural) in residential, commercial, industrial building, and utility sites. Students will learn to assemble, install, maintain and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures such as lavatories, toilets, bathtubs, bathroom accessories, showers, kitchen sinks and appliances, drinking fountains, and laundry equipment.

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NOTE: The State of Utah requires plumbing apprentices to have 576 classroom hours and 8,000 on-the-job training hours to become licensed Journeyman Plumbers. Students also must pass the state Journeyman Plumber exam. Davis Technical College does not provide on-the-job training nor act as a sponsor for apprentices. Individuals are responsible for finding their own employment. Davis Tech suggests that students work as licensed apprentice plumbers before beginning this program. All plumbers must register with the Utah State Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL).

Cost Summary

Program Cost Estimate

$3,300

Includes: Tuition (@ 720 hours), Fees and Course Materials. Some elective courses may have additional fees and/or materials that are not calculated in this summary.

High School Cost Estimate

$120

Tuition is free for high school students, however there are some fees and materials that they may be responsible for at the beginning or during the program

  • Annual Fee: $40
  • Digital Book Access Fee: $70
  • Supplies/Tools/Equipment: $10
  • Licensure: +$192 — NOT required for graduation, but needed to work in Utah
Certificate Processing Fee

$18

Paid upon program completion

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Program Contact
Construction

  • Christine Fresh
  • 801-593-2040
Program Length: 720 hours
720 hours (48 months)
Enrollment Type:
Set Schedule
Training Location:
Main Campus
Plumbing Apprentice
High School Students Adult Students
MONDAY HOURS

8am - 11am | 12pm - 3pm

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TUESDAY HOURS

8am - 11am | 12pm - 3pm

 6:30pm - 9:30pm
WEDNESDAY HOURS

8am - 11am | 12pm - 3pm

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THURSDAY HOURS

8am - 11am | 12pm - 3pm

 6:30pm - 9:30pm
FRIDAY HOURS

8am - 11am | 12pm - 3pm

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Apprenticeship Class Schedule

Admission Requirements

This program is open to qualified high school and adult students who meet the following program requirements:

  • ADULT STUDENTS: Have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Must be at least 16 years of age AND be in 11th or 12th grade
  • It is recommended that students be a licensed apprentice, working for a licensed contractor prior to beginning this program.

Certifications & Credentials

Davis Technical College Credentials

  • Davis Technical College Certificate of Program Completion

Available Licensing/Certifications

Utah State Board of Education CTE Skill Certificate (High School Students Only)

  • Plumbing

Transfer Options

The following academic agreements are available to students in the Plumbing Apprentice program. In order to receive credit for course work included in these agreements, you must provide a transcript to the receiving institution.

Please be aware that some agreements require you to complete the entire program before they will transfer credit. Please contact your instructor at Davis Tech if you have questions.

This program is eligible to transfer credits towards an AAS degree to the following institutions:

  • Weber State University
  • Salt Lake Community College

Outcomes

99%Placement Rate


Utah Job Outlook

Program Faculty

  • FT Bryce Chapman – Lead Faculty
  • Utah State Board of Education Teaching Certificate
  • Certificate of Program Completion from Ogden Weber Applied Technology College
  • 801-593-2346
  • FT Craig Randall
  • Associate's Degree from Salt Lake Community College
  • PT Andrew Palmer
  • Certificate from Davis Technical College
  • PT Blair Howe
  • Certificate from Davis Technical College
  • PT Dakota Laird
  • PT David Martini
  • PT Jeremy Carlson
  • Associate Degree from Weber State
  • PT Jon Webster
  • Certificate from Salt Lake Community College
  • PT Vincent Vernier
  • PT Zach Reese
  • Certificate from Davis Technical College

*NOTE: Textbook and material costs are based on Davis Tech’s bookstore prices at the time of publication and are subject to change. There are no charges associated with personal data collection and processes or verification of student identity.

**High School Students: High school students are exempt from student tuition and fees. While high school students are not required to purchase textbooks, they are required to purchase personal and consumable learning resources and materials.