The Advanced Plumbing Technology diploma is a unique opportunity to get the technical and career essential skills you need to succeed in the plumbing industry. The diploma program offers a direct pathway into trades training at NAIT without having to first be a registered apprentice and can also serve as a pathway to apprenticeship.
The program focuses on theory and hands-on training required to master installation, repair, perform mechanical system maintenance and more. You will learn specific technical knowledge and get hands-on skills and experience. You will also get to explore new technologies and systems such as water recycling and re-use, solar and geothermal heating systems and water conservation.
A career in plumbing calls for an understanding of both technical knowledge and career essential skills. Learning outcomes for this program include:
industry standards, legislation and workplace expectations
design, installation and maintenance of all relevant systems, including:
gas systems
hydronic heating systems and gas appliances
potable and non-potable water systems
service drainage, waste and vent (DWV) systems
design, interpretation and conversion of drawings for plumbing installations
mathematical concepts for plumbing installations, and
effective written and verbal communication tools
Career Opportunities
Graduates from this program have training in heating, gas and plumbing, as well as knowledge of the existing apprenticeship program. You will be prepared for work in all aspects of the industry, including new construction, maintenance and renovations in residential, commercial and industrial applications.
With more employers interested in hiring graduates with career essential skills such as communication, professionalism, collaboration and problem solving, this program equips you with the skills to grow quickly within the industry!