Plumbing and Piping Foundation

The Plumbing & Piping Technician certificate program helps you develop the intermediate and specialized skills required today in the busy plumbing and piping industry. Upon completion, you are ready to enter the workforce and start an apprenticeship to earn your Red Seal certification.

Sample topics include:

Interpret drawings, specifications, and codes
Use tools, pipes, valves and fittings related to the piping industry
Install drain, waste, and vent systems
Soldering and brazing techniques
Install water systems
Perform pipe bending and fabrication
Install fixtures and appliances

Duration: September- March, Full-time Monday-Friday, 25 weeks

Location: UFV Trades and Technology Centre-Chilliwack

Prior to Program: Successful completion of

All grade 10 and Grade 11 graduation-required courses
English Language Arts 12 67% minimum
Math 11 (Foundations of Mathematics, Pre-calculus or Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics with 67% minimum unless program specific requirement)
Exemplary attendance and conduct
Competitive entry

Transportation: Responsibility of student

Equipment and Textbook: Approximately $900 Plumbing & Piping > Fees & costs | UFV.ca

Certification Received: Plumbing and Piping Foundation Level 1