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Plumber
Plumbers install, alter and repair the systems that keep our water and waste disposal systems running, and that provide many of the basic amenities we rely on day-to-day. They read and interpret blueprints and project specifications. Plumbers also select the type and size of pipe required for a project and measure, shape and join pipes according to the appropriate specifications. They sometimes alter structures to accommodate the pipes.
Piping Trades: Plumber, Steamfitter, Pipefitter
This foundation program also covers:
Students gain familiarity with the hand and power tools used in the field. Hands-on use of the tools and piping materials like copper, cast iron, black iron, and plastics comprise about 50% of the course. Fixture installation is part of this as well. The other half of the course consists of pre-practical training, as well as safety, trade math, and science. The students will be actively involved in the plumbing of a house in the community, working with other trade entry students from carpentry and the electrical departments.
Education requirements
- Mathematics and English 11
- Successful score on ACCUPLACER
General requirements
- Canadian citizenship, or landed immigrant status
- Students must supply own coveralls, boots, safety glasses, and gloves
Documentation requirements
- Proof of citizenship or landed immigrant status required if applicant not born in Canada
- Proof of successful reading and math pre-test results
- Verification of personal interview with the instructor
Plumber
At TRU the four levels or years of the plumbing apprenticeship training are offered. As well, fourth-year students are given instruction in natural gas code and installation and have the opportunity to write and acquire a Class GBEE Gasfitters license as well as their Interprovincial Plumbing Trades Qualification.
Requirements
Apprentices must purchase the required textbooks and provincial competency manuals. Students are also required to pay tuition fees while attending TRU.
Apprenticeship training dates
| From | To | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber (Harmonized) - Level 1 | November 1, 2021 | December 17, 2021 | Kamloops |
| Plumber (Harmonized) - Level 3 | November 1, 2021 | December 17, 2021 | Kamloops |
| Plumber (Harmonized) - Level 2 | January 4, 2022 | February 25, 2022 | Kamloops |
| Plumber (Harmonized) - Level 3 | February 28, 2022 | April 14, 2022 | Kamloops |
| Plumber (Harmonized) - Level 1 | September 6, 2022 | October 21, 2022 | Kamloops |
| Plumber (Harmonized) - Level 2 | October 24, 2022 | December 16, 2022 | Kamloops |
| Plumber (Harmonized) - Level 4 | October 24, 2022 | December 16, 2022 | Kamloops |
| Plumber (Harmonized) - Level 3 | January 3, 2023 | February 17, 2023 | Kamloops |
| Plumber (Harmonized) - Level 4 | February 20, 2023 | April 14, 2023 | Kamloops |
| From | To | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber - Level 4 | January 4, 2022 | February 25, 2022 | Kamloops |
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Costs for Plumber programs
Fees are subject to change.
Costs include items such as student/ancillary fees, books, personal tools and safety gear, which are kept by students when they graduate from the program.
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