301 Pipe Trades Orientation - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Advisory: English 48 and English 49 and Mathematics 46, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels R5, W5 and M40.
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course introduces the fundamentals of the pipe trades and includes OSHA regulations, tool safety, first-aid and prevention, proper use and care of tools, workplace habits and attitudes, business practices and employer-employee relationships as they apply to the pipefitting trades. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
303 Piping Mathematics - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course introduces Piping Mathematics and its practical application to the trade. Topics include basic math, piping formulas, symbols and terms, and the metric system of measurement. Content is explored and developed through problem solving. (FT) Associate Degree Credit only and not Transferable.
305 Pipe Bending and Rigging - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab, 2 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course introduces pipe bending and rigging principles as they apply to plumbing jobs. Topics include principles, mathematics, and methods of pipe bending. Rigging hardware, slings, signal systems, and knot tying are a sampling of the course rigging topics. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
307 Drawing I - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course introduces drawing concepts used in the pipetrades and includes preliminary drawings, isometric and plan flat symbols, applied drawing and blueprint reading, plans used in the trade, and architects scale. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
309 Supervision and Leadership - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
Students learn leadership skills as defined by the United Association (UA) and the Mechanical Contractors' Association (MCA) in the field of plumbing. In addition, students are introduced to the theory and installation of domestic hot water energy systems, and the design of plumbing modules including waste vents, water and gas lines using mock-ups. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
311 Basic Science - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course reviews the fundamental science and mechanics of the piping trade. Topics include industry applications of the properties of water, hydraulics, pneumatics and metals. (FT) Associate Degree Credit only and not Transferable.
313 Copper and Gas Welding - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab, 2 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course provides hands-on use of soldering, brazing, welding and metal cutting procedures. Topics include safety practices, equipment needs, filler materials, types of pipe welds, oxyacetylene cutting, cutting defects, flame straightening, and use of templates. (FT) Associate Degree Credit only and not Transferable.
315 Metallic Arc Welding - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab, 2 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course provides instruction on arc welding, pipe and plate welding, and operation of oxyfuel cutting equipment. Students learn how to set up equipment, perform trial beads and maintain equipment. Topics also include types of welds, preheating and stress relieving and quality control and codes. This course also covers welding procedure qualifications, vee welds, pipe welds, piping materials, a basic electricity review, and pipe welding processes. Emphasis is on the safe use of equipment. (FT) Associate Degree Credit only and not Transferable.
317 Drainage Systems - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course focuses on the application of the waste and vent section of the Plumbing Code. Topics include sewage disposal and safety and the installation and testing of plumbing drainage systems, traps, vents, municipal and private sewers, and plumbing fixtures. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
319 Gas Distribution - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course focuses on the application of the gas section of the Plumbing Code with respect to the operation and installation of gas vent systems and controls. Emphasis is placed on the implications of the laws of gases and the safe design and lay out of a gas system to code specification. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
321 Math/Builder Level-Transit - 3 hours lecture, (3 units Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course focuses on advanced math applied to science and mechanics problems in the field. Topics include piping and offset calculations, basic flow problems and use of the builders level-transit to determine elevation differentials and simple tangents. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
323 Water Distribution Systems - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course is a study of the principles which govern the method of water supply and distribution. Topics covered include water treatment, pipeline materials, pipe losses, cross connectors and backflow prevention. The focus is on the construction of a hot water supply in accordance with the Uniform Plumbing Code and sizing charts. Safety is emphasized. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
325 Fixtures and Controls - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course emphasizes plumbing fixtures and controls. Topics covered include institutional fixtures and design, fixture controls, appliances, accessories, standard abbreviations and standard specifications. Safe use of tools and equipment is emphasized. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
327 Plumbing Code - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course is a survey of the Plumbing Code emphasizing special areas requiring knowledge of large multiple installations of plumbing. Emphasis is placed on a working knowledge of applicable plumbing codes for layout and installation in the field. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
329 Advanced Drawing and Plan Reading - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course provides the student with advanced level plan reading and drawing skills related to plumbing systems. Emphasis is placed on the ability to independently develop drawings and sketches and accurately interpret building plans and specifications for all primary building systems. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
330 Fifth Year Specialties - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course covers the application of the most current codes and state regulations governing plumbing, piping and excavating operations. Upon completion, the apprentice will be prepared to take the Journeyman P.I.P.E. exam and Cal/OSHA Excavation Competent Person exam. (FT) Associate Degree Credit only and not Transferable.
332 Piping Technologies - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab, 2 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This is a piping course designed for plumbing apprentices wishing to expand their knowledge of the plumbing industry and the "state of the art" medical gas systems used in the trade. Topics include the necessary information and skills needed to pass the Medical Gas Installation Certification Examination recognized by the San Diego Plumbing and Pipefitter Joint Apprenticeship Committee. Apprentices also utilize computers and software to plan, diagnose, and layout plumbing projects. (FT) Associate Degree Credit only and not Transferable.
335 Solar Systems and Plumbing Modules - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course provides an introduction to the theory and installation of domestic hot water energy systems. Emphasis is placed on solar plumbing modules. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
337 Service and Repair - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course introduces the theory and practice of service work in the plumbing industry. Emphasis is placed on understanding customer relations, work planning, and troubleshooting plumbing systems. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
339 Plumbing Design and Layout - 3 hours lecture, 3 units (Grade Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Apprenticeship - Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade.
This course emphasizes the principles, operation, installation and distribution of hot and cold water, drainage and ventilation systems in regards to the Plumbing Code. Topics prepare the student to plan for plumbing project labor and material costs. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
349 Plumbing Work Experience - 300 hours per semester, 4 units (Pass/No Pass Only)
Limitation on Enrollment: Student must be a state registered apprentice in this trade and concurrently enrolled in a related apprenticeship class.
The combined maximum credit for all work experience courses from all disciplines may not exceed 16 units. Associate Degree Credit only and not Transferable.