Plumbing Technology
If you like working with your hands, solving problems, and helping others, maybe a career as a plumber is right for you. Plumbers install, maintain, and repair piping systems that supply water and gas as well as waste removal from homes and businesses.
Why Study Plumbing Technology at San Jac?
Learn by Working With Your Hands
Build hands-on skills in plumbing systems, fixture installation, and piping. Train with the tools and equipment you'll use on the job.
Train for a High-Demand Trade
Texas is expected to see strong demand for plumbers over the next 10 years. Skilled plumbers are needed in homes, businesses, and industry.
Build Real-World Plumbing Skills
Learn blueprint reading, plumbing codes, water supply systems, and pipe installation through hands-on training. Your training is designed to reflect real work environments.
Prepare for Licensing and Career Growth
The program prepares you for the Texas Tradesman Plumber-Limited License exam. You'll be ready for a career in residential, commercial, or industrial plumbing.
Careers
Opportunities
As a licensed plumber, you'll have the opportunity to work in:
- Residential and commercial
- Industrial and maintenance
- Independent business owner or contractor
Locations
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Plumbing Technology, Occupational Certificate
The Occupational Certificate prepares you for careers in plumbing. Through hands-on training, you’ll learn about water supply systems, blueprint reading, plumbing codes, and how to install and maintain plumbing piping and fixtures.
Sounds great, but how do I apply?
Your questions answered
Plumbing technology is the study of how water, gas, and waste move through pipes in
homes and buildings.
Plumbers install, maintain, and repair piping systems. They also work on fixtures,
water heaters, drains, and other plumbing equipment.
Yes! Plumbing is a high-demand trade, with job growth in Texas projected to increase by about 22% over the next decade.
Graduates may pursue careers in residential, commercial, industrial, or maintenance
plumbing. Some graduates may also choose to become contractors or business owners.
You’ll learn how to:
- Create an isometric drawing of a plumbing system that includes drains, waste, vent, and hot- and cold-water systems
- Install domestic water lines
- Rough-in drain, waste, and vent pipes
- Explain valve applications
- Describe basic public health and safety related to plumbing systems
- Repair drain, waste, and vent pipes
You may also have opportunities to connect with industry professionals through mentorship and field trips.
Support for your studies
ABACUS PARTNERS WITH SAN JACINTO COLLEGE TO TRAIN FUTURE PLUMBERS
Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning, and Electrical has partnered with San Jacinto College to outfit the College’s new Plumbing Technology program at the North Campus.
After committing to support the program, Abacus partnered with one of its longtime suppliers, National Wholesale Supply, to provide tools, equipment, piping, hardware, and other plumbing materials. These donations will help equip the students’ hands-on training lab.
Workforce Development Grows Through Abacus Plumbing ESL Program
Learn more about the program.
