About the Industrial Pipefitting Program

The Industrial Pipefitting Program offers both a certificate and an AAS degree option. The courses required by the program provide core knowledge and basic skills for people wishing to enter the pipefitting craft and provides a good foundation for a continuing and developing career path in that business.

Students learn how to measure, cut, set up, lay out, and install piping systems using a variety of materials, fittings and joining methods. Pipefitting is closely associated with plumbing. This is not a residential plumbing program, although some plumbing skills are covered. The program focuses on pipefitting skills and knowledge required for industrial and construction application. Associated topics, which are studied as part of this program are: heat exchanges, valves, steam traps, boilers, and fire suppression systems.

Career Opportunities

Graduating students can find employment in manufacturing plants and on construction sites. A graduate of the Industrial Pipefitting Program is prepared to work as a(n):

• Industrial Pipefitter
• Plumber
• Steamfitter
• Sprinklerfitter

Programs Available

Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS) (053E)

This program provides the academic background, and hands-on experience for students going into one of the above careers. View Curriculum>>

Certificate of Profiency (054E)

Those who want a concentrated program of study in only industrial pipefitter courses may enroll in the certificate program. Upon successful completion of the required courses, the student is awarded a certificate of program proficiency. View Curriculum>>