PROGRAMS | CONSTRUCTION

PLUMBING & HEATING

Students enrolled in plumbing and heating acquire the basic skills necessary for the proper and safe use of plumbing and heating materials, supplies, tools and equipment. Students who successfully complete this course will be able to demonstrate competent knowledge and skills in the performance of trade tasks such as: assembling and installing air, gas, water and waste disposal systems; cutting, reaming and threading piping materials, waterproofing and sealing joints; testing entire systems for leaks through the use of pressure testing devices; installing gas, water, and sanitary plumbing fixtures and equipment; reading and implementing blueprint drawings; and designing plumbing and heating systems.

Recommended Scope and Sequence *  This link will connect you to the scope and sequence which lists the recommended high school and postsecondary courses for students in this program of study. This information will be valuable when scheduling courses or investigating postsecondary options. It is recommended that students take the highest level academics possible in order to take full advantage of their program. These rigorous academics will provide a seamless transition into postsecondary education without remediation and provide a student with the general knowledge necessary for the industry.

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Potential Earnings
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Job Titles
47-2152   Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
47-3015   Helpers -- Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and
             Steamfitters
49-9042   Maintenance and Repair Workers, General

Articulation Agreements
Triangle Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology

Student Certifications
NOCTI – National Occupational Competency Testing Institute Certification
   *  Plumbing
NCCER – National Center for Construction Education and Research
OSHA Safety Certification
PBA - Pennsylvania Builders Association 

Accreditations
NCCER – National Center for Construction Education and Research
PBA - Pennsylvania Builders Association

INSTRUCTOR

Mr. Thomas J. Dietrich, Jr.

Biography
I began working in the plumbing and heating field with my father who was a plumbing and heating contractor. I received an engineering degree from Penn State and continued to work at various corporations in the mechanical engineering field. In addition, I spent eight years as owner and operator of my own plumbing and heating company. In my off hours, I spend time instructing new teachers in the vocational education field for Temple University.

Date of hire: March 1996

Education
Temple University-Bachelor of Science in Education
Penn State University-Associate Engineering Degree
Master in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning from NRI Schools

Certifications
Vocational II Teaching Certificate
Master Plumber License
Emergency Medical Technician Instructor for the Department of Health

Experience
I worked in the plumbing, heating and air conditioning field involving engineering design, technical support, and employee supervision and I owned and operated my own business for a total of 26 years experience.

Community Service
I have been involved in the fire and emergency services field for 29 years.

Interests
Camping, biking, hiking, and music

Message
The plumbing and heating trade is an occupation that will remain as long as we need bathrooms. This occupation cannot be impacted by foreign competition and continuously has openings for new employees. This is a great opportunity with great pay and a secure future.

 

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