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www.barrytech.org 2012–2013 Barry Tech Catalog of Courses
plumbing
This course is certified by New York State.
This 2-year course will cover both the
residential and commercial components of the
field, applying theory to practical situations.
In the first year, students will focus on basic
plumbing skills, while in the second year, they
will learn advanced skills such as designing,
sizing, estimating, and working with hydronic
heating systems and oil and gas-fired boilers.
Young plumbers and heating technicians will
learn to use professional equipment to install,
replace, and repair faucets, sinks, toilets, and
water heaters. Students will also fit, assemble,
and prepare all types of piping (steel, cast iron,
copper, and plastic) for soil waste, vent, and
potable water applications.
Students will practice:
• installing bathroom fixtures
• reading blueprints, drawings, and
schematics
• following the requirements of the
plumbing code
Specific lessons include:
• site preparation
• estimation
• installation of drain, waste, vent, and hot
and cold water distribution systems
• protection of potable water
• heating and ventilation
Course available: Grades 11–12 Course length: 2 years
Placement: Regular Credits: Up to 4 CTE credits a year
Admissions criteria: Strong math skills and manual dexterity
earning high school credits
Students completing this two-year course may receive up to 8 CTE credits OR distributed credits
using any or all of the following:
1.0 credit Career and Financial Management 1.0 credit Math–Specialized
1.0 credit English 1.0 credit Science
career opportunities
The continuing need for renovation and
maintenance of systems in power plants, water
and wastewater treatment plants, pipelines,
office buildings, factories, and residential
buildings increases the demand for qualified
plumbing and heating workers. Legislation
mandating the installation of fire sprinkler
systems in existing structures has also increased
job opportunities.
Graduates often choose to continue their
studies at a technical school or college in order
to enhance their career opportunities in fields
such as design, engineering, steamfitting, and
power plant maintenance and operation. Typical
job titles in plumbing and heating include
apprentice, helper, mechanic, journey worker,
pipefitter, steamfitter, and master plumber.
college agreements
Upon completion of this course, students
may receive college credits subject to the
entrance requirements of each institution and
any additional criteria that may have been
established. Current college agreements include:
• Pennsylvania College of Technology
• SUNY Alfred State
• SUNY Delhi
work experience opportunities
Students who meet all eligibility requirements
may participate in supervised, real-world,
work-based learning offerings that include
shadow days, internships, or paid Co-Op
experiences at workplace sites such as:
• Nassau County Department of Public Works
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