Plumbing: Apprenticeship
Description
The plumbing apprenticeship requires apprentices to complete four levels of in-school technical training and 6420 hours of work-based training. Kwantlen Polytechnic University offers apprenticeship Levels 1 and 2 that are each six weeks in duration. This program is designed to meet the competency standard and profile defined by industry. Additional information is available on our program website at: kwantlen.ca/trades/plumbing.
Program Admission Requirements
In addition to Kwantlen's General university admission requirements, the following program admission requirements apply:
- An ITA Individual ID number (ITA-ID) is required. If you do not have an ITA-ID, you will need to complete an apprenticeship registration form though the ITA (www.itabc.ca) prior to admission (Level 1 through to 4).
Content
Plumbing Level 1 (APLM 1010)
- Use Safe Work Practices
- Use Tools and Equipment
- Organize Work
- Prepare and Assemble Plumbing Components
Plumbing Level 2 (APLM 1020)
- Use Tools and Equipment
- Organize Work
- Install Sanitary and Storm Drainage Systems
- Install Fixtures and Appliances
- Install Hydronic Heating and Cooling Systems
- Install Specialty Systems
Other Information
Special Equipment
Students will require appropriate safety wear in conformance with WorkSafeBC regulations. A list of required tools will be provided by Admissions prior to starting this program.
Graduation
Upon successful completion of an apprenticeship level, Kwantlen will report your technical training completion information to the Industry Training Authority (ITA) in order for the ITA to determine credit towards your designated apprenticeship.
