Plumbing Apprenticeship

A Trade That Will Always Be In Demand

Adult Costs

$2,280

Program Length

32 months

Next Start Date

January 5th

Enroll by

December 1st

Next Application Period

December 1st

Location

Main Campus

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Your name

Earn While You Learn with Plumbing Apprenticeship

From reading blueprints to repairing existing systems—learn the skills needed to succeed in the industry. Work under the supervision of other professionals as you learn and gain the experience needed to become a licensed plumber.

Avg. Salary

$53k

for OTECH Grads

Career Growth

3.50%

by 2032 in Utah

Day in the Life

As a plumbing apprentice, no two days are exactly the same. Whether it’s a new home build, a commercial property, or a repair call, you assist with tasks like cutting and fitting pipes, learning how to install fixtures, and troubleshooting leaks or drainage issues. Along the way, you’re gaining hands-on experience and applying classroom knowledge in real-world settings to lay the foundation for a reliable and well-paying career.

Career Skills You'll Learn:

Introduction to Plumbing Principles

Learn the basic math skills for the plumbing trade, terminology, and systems.

International Plumbing Code

Gain a solid understanding of the International Plumbing Code, its layout, and the requirements for different plumbing systems.

Safety

Learn basic safety and first aid, including the OSHA 10-hour safety course, to help recognize and prevent hazards.

Plans and Materials

Learn to read and interpret blueprints, identify and select fixtures, lavatories, showers, and bathtubs, and assemble various joints.

Water Systems

Learn the size of water supply systems, preventing backflow, intermediate math skills for calculating offsets and water pressure, and water heaters.

Pipe Systems

Learn to interpret and sketch isometric pipe drawings, residential plumbing blueprints, drainage systems, and indirect waste piping.

Potential Career Paths

Journeyman Plumber

Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems and fixtures in both residential and commercial settings.

Master Plumber (further training needed)

Highest level of licensed plumber, possessing advanced knowledge and skills in plumbing systems, codes, and regulations.

Project Manager (further training needed)

Oversee all aspects of plumbing construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards.

Business Owner (further training needed)

Responsible for all aspects of plumbing operations, including customer satisfaction, employee management, and finances.

OTECH Partners who hire our Plumbing Apprenticeship graduates

Program Overview

The Plumbing Apprenticeship program meets the educational requirements for taking the state Journeyman Plumber exam. To complete the entire Apprentice Plumbing program, an individual must be licensed through the State and work under the supervision of a licensed Journeyman Plumber. A basic assessment is required prior to enrolling. This program provides a solid understanding of the International Plumbing Code (IPC), its layout, and the requirements for different plumbing systems and parts of those systems. This program discusses the processes, parts, and risks involved with the various plumbing systems, as well as the safety equipment and measures that are in place to protect plumbers and the public alike.

The Plumbing Apprenticeship coursework prepares students to take the state plumbing journey-level licensing exam.

Classroom Hours
1st & 2nd years: M/W 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
3rd & 4th years: T/Th 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Enrollment open to
Adults, High school students

Credit transfer options
Available to view here

Tuition & Cost

Estimated Adult Tuition and Fees
$2,325.00

Estimated Materials Cost
$1,139.72

Estimated High School Student Cost
$439.73

Financial Aid Eligibility
Scholarship: No
VA: Yes
Pell Grant: No

TEPL 1110 Plumbing IA
MaterialRequiredNew
Heartsaver first aid CPR AED online course (link provided in class)$21.00
E. Keith Blankenbaker Modern Plumbing Workbook. 9th. Goodheart Wilcox, ISBN: 9781645646709$42.00
E. Keith Blankenbaker Modern Plumbing. 9th. Goodheart Wilcox, ISBN: 9781645646686$102.00
ICC 2021 International Plumbing Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4217BN2$91.44
ICC 2024 International Plumbing Code Soft Cover and Tabs ICC, 2021. ISBN: 9781959851738$107.00
Lee IPT Pipe Trades Handbook IPT, ISBN: 9780920855188$34.75
Smith Mathematics for Plumbers & Pipefitters. 8th. Cengage, ISBN: 9781111642600$172.83
Subtotal of required materials$444.83
TEPL 1120 Plumbing IB
MaterialRequiredNew
PVC Cutters$20.00
Tape Measure$13.99
E. Keith Blankenbaker Modern Plumbing Workbook. 9th. Goodheart Wilcox, ISBN: 9781645646709$42.00
E. Keith Blankenbaker Modern Plumbing. 9th. Goodheart Wilcox, ISBN: 9781645646686$102.00
ICC 2021 International Plumbing Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4217BN2$91.44
ICC 2024 International Plumbing Code Soft Cover and Tabs ICC, 2021. ISBN: 9781959851738$107.00
Lee IPT Pipe Trades Handbook IPT, ISBN: 9780920855188$34.75
Smith Mathematics for Plumbers & Pipefitters. 8th. Cengage, ISBN: 9781111642600$172.83
Subtotal of required materials$457.82
TEPL 1210 Plumbing IIA
MaterialRequiredNew
Bernzomatic Basic Torch Kit$30.00
Copper flux paste$15.00
PVC Cutters$20.00
Pipe Cutter$30.00
Sanding Roll$15.00
Solder-Lead free$25.00
E. Keith Blankenbaker Modern Plumbing. 9th. Goodheart Wilcox, ISBN: 9781645646686$102.00
ICC 2021 International Plumbing Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4217BN2$91.44
ICC 2024 International Plumbing Code Soft Cover and Tabs ICC, 2021. ISBN: 9781959851738$107.00
Lee IPT Pipe Trades Handbook IPT, ISBN: 9780920855188$34.75
Smith Mathematics for Plumbers & Pipefitters. 8th. Cengage, ISBN: 9781111642600$172.83
Subtotal of required materials$516.83
TEPL 1220 Plumbing IIB
MaterialRequiredNew
Bernzomatic Basic Torch Kit$30.00
Copper flux paste$15.00
PVC Cutters$20.00
Pipe Cutter$30.00
Sanding Roll$15.00
Solder-Lead free$25.00
E. Keith Blankenbaker Modern Plumbing Workbook. 9th. Goodheart Wilcox, ISBN: 9781645646709$42.00
E. Keith Blankenbaker Modern Plumbing. 9th. Goodheart Wilcox, ISBN: 9781645646686$102.00
ICC 2021 International Plumbing Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4217BN2$91.44
ICC 2024 International Plumbing Code Soft Cover and Tabs ICC, 2021. ISBN: 9781959851738$107.00
Lee IPT Pipe Trades Handbook IPT, ISBN: 9780920855188$34.75
NFPA NFPA 13D Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One-and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes NFPA, ISBN: 9781455920471$60.00
Smith Mathematics for Plumbers & Pipefitters. 8th. Cengage, ISBN: 9781111642600$172.83
Subtotal of required materials$516.83
TEPL 1310 Plumbing IIIA
MaterialRequiredNew
Bernzomatic Basic Torch Kit$30.00
Copper flux paste$15.00
Pipe Cutter$30.00
Sanding Roll$15.00
Solder-Lead free$25.00
ICC 2021 International Fuel Gas Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4607BN2$88.44
ICC 2021 International Mechanical Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4317BN2$91.44
ICC 2021 International Plumbing Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4217BN2$91.44
ICC 2024 International Fuel Gas Code Soft Cover and Tabs ISBN: 1959851790$91.90
ICC 2024 International Mechanical Code Soft Cover and Tabs ISBN: 1959851769$104.00
ICC 2024 International Plumbing Code Soft Cover and Tabs ICC, 2021. ISBN: 9781959851738$107.00
Lee IPT Pipe Trades Handbook IPT, ISBN: 9780920855188$34.75
Subtotal of required materials$417.90
TEPL 1320 Plumbing IIIB
MaterialRequiredNew
Bernzomatic Basic Torch Kit$30.00
Copper flux paste$15.00
Pipe Cutter$30.00
Sanding Roll$15.00
Solder-Lead free$25.00
ICC 2021 International Fuel Gas Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4607BN2$88.44
ICC 2021 International Mechanical Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4317BN2$91.44
ICC 2021 International Plumbing Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4217BN2$91.44
ICC 2024 International Fuel Gas Code Soft Cover and Tabs ISBN: 1959851790$91.90
ICC 2024 International Mechanical Code Soft Cover and Tabs ISBN: 1959851769$104.00
ICC 2024 International Plumbing Code Soft Cover and Tabs ICC, 2021. ISBN: 9781959851738$107.00
Lee IPT Pipe Trades Handbook IPT, ISBN: 9780920855188$34.75
Subtotal of required materials$417.90
TEPL 1410 Plumbing IVA
MaterialRequiredNew
Bernzomatic Basic Torch Kit$30.00
Copper flux paste$15.00
Pipe Cutter$30.00
Sanding Roll$15.00
Solder-Lead free$25.00
ICC 2021 International Fuel Gas Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4607BN2$88.44
ICC 2021 International Fuel Gas Code and Tab Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 3600ST2$100.00
ICC 2021 International Mechanical Code Book and Tabs ICC, 2021. ISBN: 3300ST2$100.00
ICC 2021 International Mechanical Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4317BN2$91.44
ICC 2021 International Plumbing Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4217BN2$91.44
ICC 2021 International Plumbing Code and Tab Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: B0BR1R3G2C$159.00
Lee IPT Pipe Trades Handbook IPT, ISBN: 9780920855188$34.75
Subtotal of required materials$474.00
TEPL 1420 Plumbing IVB
MaterialRequiredNew
Bernzomatic Basic Torch Kit$30.00
Copper flux paste$15.00
Pipe Cutter$30.00
Sanding Roll$15.00
Solder-Lead free$25.00
ICC 2021 International Fuel Gas Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4607BN2$88.44
ICC 2021 International Fuel Gas Code and Tab Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 3600ST2$100.00
ICC 2021 International Mechanical Code Book and Tabs ICC, 2021. ISBN: 3300ST2$100.00
ICC 2021 International Mechanical Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4317BN2$91.44
ICC 2021 International Plumbing Code Study Companion and Flash Card Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: 4217BN2$91.44
ICC 2021 International Plumbing Code and Tab Combo ICC, 2021. ISBN: B0BR1R3G2C$159.00
Lee IPT Pipe Trades Handbook IPT, ISBN: 9780920855188$34.75
Subtotal of required materials$474.00

This program has no admission requirements. You may start your admissions application at any time.

Enrollment for the Plumbing Apprenticeship program will open only during designated application periods throughout the year. If you are interested in enrolling in the program, please review the application periods and admission information to ensure a smooth application process.

January 5th
  • Determine the application of the International Plumbing Code (IPC).
  • Demonstrate how to navigate the International Plumbing Code (IPC).
  • Calculate the sizing of various piping, including natural gas, supply, and waste lines.
  • Demonstrate the application of the International Fuel Gas Code.
  • Demonstrate the application of the International Mechanical Code.
  • Demonstrate practical application of plumbing mathematics.
  • Apply critical and practical thinking skills necessary to pass the state Journeyman’s Test.
Course Syllabus →
Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
PLAP1110Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
PLAP1120Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
PLAP1210Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
PLAP1220Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
PLAP2310Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
PLAP2320Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
PLAP2410Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
PLAP2420Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
TEPL 1110Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
TEPL 1120Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
TEPL 1210Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
TEPL 1220Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
TEPL 1310Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
TEPL 1320Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
TEPL 1410Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285
TEPL 1420Plumbing Apprenticeship Core (24.00 credits required)3$285

Apprentice Licensure Requirements

  • Bring your apprenticeship license during the first week of class.
  • For questions, visit dopl.utah.gov or call 801-530-6628.

Sponsored Apprenticeships

  • If your employer is helping you join an apprenticeship, or you’re an employer enrolling an employee, visit our Sponsored Apprenticeship page to get started.
Christina Bischoff

Christina joined OTECH in 2019 as the Utah Aerospace Pathway Coordinator. Soon after stepping into the role, she took on pathway programs for Industrial Automation, Construction, Automotive, and Composites. As the pathway coordinator, she worked directly with students, instructors, and industry representatives, coordinating all aspects of OTECH’s pathway programs. In 2022, Christina took on the role of program coordinator for the Plumbing and Union Apprenticeship programs, where she continued her track record of building strong relationships with various stakeholders. She deeply believes in the college’s mission and goes the extra mile to help students succeed. Christina grew up in the Ogden area and completed her Associate’s degree at Weber State University. In her free time, Christina likes to check out local events and care for her 30+ houseplants.

Office Hours
M-Th 9:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
F 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Location
MT100F

christina.bischoff@otech.edu

801-627-8439