Building & Construction
Pending professional review: this program and its curriculum has not yet been verified by a licensed professional engineer or master tradesperson. Study draft only.
Plumbing & Pipefitting
12 mo full-time · 1800 clock hours. VT-BUILD-V1 #9754 (2026-09-28): courses, lessons and assessments written for the trade by the build hub; draft pending review.
Core curriculum
Workplace safety, hazard communication, lockout/tagout and PPE fundamentalstrade math and measurementprofessional communication and career readinessInternational Plumbing Code and Uniform Plumbing Code requirementsdrain, waste and vent system design and installationpotable water supply systems and pipe sizingfixture selection, installation and trim-outgas piping systems and pressure testingbrazing and soldering techniquesbackflow prevention principles and device installationcapstone project integrating all skillsexternship and supervised worksite placementpreparation for NCCER, state licensing and ASSE backflow certification exams
Course & assessment plan
11 courses · 1,800 clock hours · tuition $19,645 COMPLIMENTARY (exam and licensing fees separate; see tuition). Universal core → one competency course per curriculum area → capstone → externship/clinical → exam prep. Open the full plan with every assessment.
Certification & licensure
| Credential | Type | Issuing body |
|---|---|---|
| ASSE Backflow | Industry certification | ASSE International |
| NCCER Plumbing L1-4 | Industry certification | National Center for Construction Education and Research |
| State Journeyman Plumber | State license | the state (or national) licensing board |
Universal core (all programs)
| Module | Hours |
|---|---|
| Workplace safety (OSHA 10) | 10 |
| First aid / CPR / AED | 8 |
| Applied math & measurement | 40 |
| Technical reading & writing | 30 |
| Digital literacy (IC3/MOS) | 30 |
| Career readiness (NCCER Core / WorkKeys) | 30 |
Stackable pathways
Mechanical Systems: Appliance Repair → HVAC/R → Plumbing & Pipefitting → Industrial Maintenance
