Plumbing Technology
Our Associate of Applied Science degree in Plumbing Technology integrates the theory and applications of today's plumbing materials, technology, and installation practices with the requirements the state plumbing code to prepare the graduate for entry into the fields of plumbing as a apprentice plumber. MSU-Northern's innovative program is the only one of a kind in Montana and has the board support of the state's plumbing industry. The plumbing degree provides the student with a comprehensive course of study designed to make the program graduate a valuable asset to the plumbing industry and to provide the graduate with a lifetime career in the trade of journeyman plumber.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Plumbing Technology program at MSU-Northern is to prepare students for successful employment in a variety of settings related to the field of Plumbing & Pipe fitting.
Learning Outcomes for Plumbing Technology, AAS
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
-Operate pipe trades tools & equipment
-Perform plumbing math and layout work for the installation of plumbing systems
-Perform plumbing joint making processes
-Perform plan reading and plumbing drafting
-Perform plumbing work in compliance with current Uniform Plumbing Codes
-Enter into the field of plumbing as an apprentice plumber
Associate of Applied Science
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| WRIT Any CAT I: Writing | 3 | |
| COMX Any CAT I: Communication | 3 | |
| M or STAT Any CAT II: Mathematics | 3 | |
| DDSN 113 | Technical Drafting | 3 |
| PLUM 114 | Plumbing Level One | 4 |
| PLUM 112 | Math for Plumbers&Piipefitters | 4 |
| PLUM 115 | Plumbing Level Two | 3 |
| PLUM 113 | Uniform Plumbing Codes | 4 |
| PLUM 216 | Plumbing Level Three | 3 |
| PLUM 217 | Plumbing Level Four | 3 |
| PLUM 270 | ||
| PLUM 219 | Journey Plumbers Exam Prep | |
| IT 105 | Industry Foundations | 4 |
| IT 111 | Industrial Safety/Waste Mgmnt | 2 |
| CSTN 135 | Basic Rigging | 1 |
| WLDG 110 | Welding Theory I | 2 |
| WLDG 111 | Welding Theory I Practical | 2 |
| HPE 234 | First Aid and CPR | 2 |
| Choose one of the following: | ||
| CAPP 120 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| CAPP 151 | MS Office | 3 |
| Choose one of the following: | ||
| PLUM 111 | Introduction to Sheet Metal | |
| WLDG 180 | Shielded Metal Arc Welding | 3 |
| Choose one of the follwoing: | ||
| PLUM 205 | Intro Heat, Vent&Frige Air Con | 3 |
| WLDG 260 | Repair & Maintenance Welding | 3 |
| CSTN 120 | Carpentry Bscs & Rough-In Frmg | 4 |
| Total minimum credits required for degree | 62 | |