Program Information
Apprenticeship - Code 107000 - Catalog 2024/2025
Brett Mirsky, Adjunct Faculty/ Training Director, Brett.Mirsky@daytonastate.edu
Diane Mathers, Administrative Assistant, 386-506-4165, Diane.Mathers@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Plumbing and Pipefitters Apprentice - Union program is to provide the knowledge, practice and skill development necessary to become a successful journeyman Plumber, Pipe-fitter, or Service Technician.
Description:
The Plumbers and Pipefitters Local Union #295 apprenticeship program is a state subsidized, five-year plumbing residential, commercial and industrial program. Apprentices begin with an OSHA safety course in which every passing student will receive a minimum of an OSHA 10 card. Students learn rules and regulations for the "craft" in the state of Florida. Courses include: math, drawing interpretation, welding, pipefitting, layout, rigging and signaling, tubing and instruction, basic air conditioning and refrigeration as well as use and care of tools. Apprentices receive extensive classroom and on-the-job training (OJT).
In most cases, a great deal of financial resources and energy are required to prepare for your career, but in a registered apprenticeship program, you are paid a progressively increased wage while you learn the occupation. The curriculum provides knowledge and skills training in all aspects of the plumbers and pipe fitters field. Apprentices are required to work a total of 10,000 hours of OJT and classroom hours for successful completion of the 5 year program. Classes are held at Daytona State College, Daytona Campus, 1200 West International Speedway Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32114 and OJT is scheduled at various places of employment.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Demonstrate the ability to follow rules, building codes, and all state and federal safety regulations.
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Demonstrate proper usage of different tools, equipment, materials and products used in the trade.
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Demonstrate knowledge in all aspects of the industry including but not limited to theory, application, troubleshooting and safety.
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Demonstrate skills in the residential, commercial and industrial markets.
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Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement projects related to the field.
Financial Aid
This program is ineligible for federal and state financial aid.
Approximate Additional Costs
| Program Tuition and Fees: |
None |
| Other Cost: |
Contact Daytona Beach Plumbers and Pipefitters Union at 386-252-7429. |
Additional Admission Requirements
THE ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS SHALL INCLUDE:
Applicants must apply and be accepted by the sponsor, the Daytona Beach Plumbers and Pipefitters Union #295 to be eligible for the program.
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Potential apprentices must be 18 years of age or older at the time that the interview is conducted at Daytona Beach Plumbers and Pipefitters Union Hall, 743 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach, FL 32114.
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Daytona Beach Plumbers and Pipefitters Union #295 Apprenticeship Committee must select first-year apprentices, before beginning the program. Please contact John Fanelli, Jr. (Training Director of Daytona Beach Plumbers and Pipefitters Union #295 at 386-252-7429 or visit the website for Daytona Beach Plumbers and Pipefitters Union #295 Apprenticeship Committee at ua295.org.
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High school diploma or GED equivalency is required for admission into the program. To be determined by Committee.
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High school transcripts required. GED grades report required when applicable.
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Valid driver's license and physically able to perform duties of trade.
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One credit of high school algebra.
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Take a drug test prior to employment.
DAYTONA STATE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS:
Students who have been selected by the committee must be admitted to Daytona State College by completing the Daytona State College Application for Admissions. The College does charge a one-time, non-refundable assessment fee to all students, at the time of initial enrollment.
Students will be registered for apprenticeship classes and on-the-job training through the appropriate apprenticeship committee.
Additional Completion Requirements
- Program specific courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.
Careers
The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to all students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on any career, job or salary potential can be found at www.onetonline.org. For additional career information, please see: https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/47-2152.00.
47-2152.02 Plumbers Bright Outlook Green
47-2152.00 Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
47-3015.00 Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
49-9071.00 Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
47-4071.00 Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners
47-2152.01 Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters
Program Length: The typical length of the program is five years and includes class time and paid on-the-job-training.
CIP Code (6 digit) - 46.053 Plumbing Technology/ Plumber
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Program Specific Courses
| BCA0450L | Plumbing Apprentice 1 Lab - OJT | 639.9 |
| BCA0451 | Plumbing Apprentice 2 | 123 |
| BCA0451L | Plumbing Apprentice 2 Lab - OJT | 679.8 |
| BCA0452 | Plumbing Apprentice 3 | 123 |
| BCA0452L | Plumbing Apprentice 3 Lab - OJT | 679.8 |
| BCA0453L | Plumbing Apprentice 4 Lab - OJT | 639.9 |
| BCA0454 | Plumbing Apprentice 5 | 123 |
| BCA0454L | Plumbing Apprentice 5 Lab - OJT | 680 |
| BCA0455 | Plumbing Apprentice 6 | 123 |
| BCA0455L | Plumbing Apprentice 6 Lab - OJT | 679.8 |
| BCA0456L | Plumbing Apprentice 7 Lab - OJT | 639.9 |
| BCA0457 | Plumbing Apprentice 8 | 123 |
| BCA0457L | Plumbing Apprentice 8 Lab - OJT | 679.8 |
| BCA0458 | Plumbing Apprentice 9 | 123 |
| BCA0458L | Plumbing Apprentice 9 Lab - OJT | 679.8 |
| BCA0459L | Plumbing Apprentice 10 Lab | 640 |
| BCA0431 | Plumbing Apprentice 11 | 123 |
| BCA0431L | Plumbing Apprentice 11 Lab - OJT | 680 |
| BCA0432 | Plumbing Apprentice 12 | 123 |
| BCA0432L | Plumbing Apprentice 12 Lab - OJT | 680 |
| BCA0433L | Plumbing Apprentice 13 Lab - OJT | 639.9 |
| BCA0434 | Plumbing Apprentice 14 | 123 |
| BCA0434L | Plumbing Apprentice 14 Lab - OJT | 679.8 |
| BCA0435 | Plumbing Apprentice 15 | 123 |
| BCA0435L | Plumbing Apprentice 15 Lab - OJT | 679.8 |