This program is offered in collaboration with Plumbers and Steamfitters Union Local 159 and Plumbers-SteamfittersRefrigeration (HVACR) Union Local 342. Apprenticeship is training that is designed to prepare an individual for a career in the skilled crafts and trades. Apprentices develop technical skills, experience the sharing of assignments and see how technical tasks relate specifically with theoretical knowledge and interpretation. Apprentices earn a wage while learning. Enrollment in this program is restricted. You must be registered as an apprentice with the State of California to participate in the program and accepted into the apprenticeship program by our union partners.

This program prepares students to become steamfitters and includes an introduction to the installation, maintenance, and repair of different types of pipe systems; tool use; material applications and storage; and safety. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to install pipe systems that move liquids or gases under high pressure and use many different materials and construction techniques, depending on the type of project. They will be able to follow building plans or blueprints and instructions from supervisors to lay out the job and work efficiently with the materials and tools of the trade.

To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete 14 out of 19 core courses. Students must complete each course used to meet a major requirement with a “C” grade or higher and maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher in the coursework required for the certificate. The courses required for the certificate of achievement also meet some of the requirements of the major for the associate of science degree.

计划学习成果：

   - Demonstrate proper isometric drawing technique.

   - Apply mathematical formula for calculating load weight on pipe.

   - Use the proper method to cut a steel plate, using an OXY/ ACT torch.

   - Explain proper brazing technique for copper.

   - Demonstrate proper knot tying.

   - Demonstrate proper preparation for a beveled coupon.

   - Explain the attributes of a successful apprentice.

工作机会 ：

   - This program is offered in collaboration with Plumbers and Steamfitters Union Local 159 and Plumbers-SteamfittersRefrigeration (HVACR) Union Local 342. Apprenticeship is training that is designed to prepare an individual for a career in the skilled crafts and trades. Apprentices develop technical skills, experience the sharing of assignments and see how technical tasks relate specifically with theoretical knowledge and interpretation.