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Program: Plumbing Technology
Title: Tradesman Plumber Certificate

(Level 1 Certificate)

Cedar Valley, Eastfield and North Lake campus only

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  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

This program will teach the student plumbing skills that can be applied to residential and commercial plumbing systems. These skills will be obtained to serve in a variety of work environments where plumbing maintenance is needed. The student will complete a cooperative education course that stands as the capstone of the program. This capstone will allow valuable experience in the industry. This certificate combines the Rising Plumber and Tradesman certificates that can be applied towards the AAS in Plumbing.

Degree Plan Code: C1.TRADE.PLUMB

Course Course Title Credit Hours
PFPB 1306 Basic Blueprint Reading for Plumbers 3
PFPB 1323 Plumbing Codes 1 3
PFPB 2308 Piping Standards and Materials 3
Semester Total 9
Course Course Title Credit Hours
PFPB 2309 Residential Construction Plumbing 1 3
PFPB 1321 Plumbing Maintenance and Repair 3
PFPB 1382 Cooperative Education - Plumbing Technology 3
Semester Total 9
Minimum Hours Required 18

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.