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Certificate
Plumber
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
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Plumbers have a strong mathematical background used for finding angles, calculating simple and rolling offsets, and offsets on parallel runs of pipe. They know applications and properties of plastic, copper, cast iron, and carbon steel pipes and fittings.
Apply basic rigging techniques to safely move and position plumbing materials and equipmentInstall and work with plastic copper cast iron carbon steel and corrugated stainless steel pipe and fittingsInstall fixtures and faucets for residential and commercial plumbing applicationsApply plumbing math to support calculations and measurements for plumbing installationsInstall hangers supports and structural penetrations including firestopping for plumbing systemsInstall and test drain waste and vent piping systems in compliance with applicable codesInstall roof floor and area drains for drainage system applicationsSelect and install valves for plumbing system applicationsInstall and test water supply piping systems in compliance with applicable codesInstall water heaters and service fixture valves and faucetsSize water supply piping and drain waste vent and storm systems to meet design requirementsApply potable water supply treatment and install backflow preventers to protect water qualityInstall sewage pumps sump pumps and corrosive resistant waste piping systemsInstall and maintain compressed air systems for plumbing applicationsApply business principles to support plumbing contractor operationsInstall water pressure boosters recirculation systems and indirect and special waste systemsInstall private water supply well systems for residential and commercial applications