Program Overview
The Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology program at Foothill College is a five-year apprenticeship program that prepares students for careers as pipefitters, steamfitters, and other related occupations. The program includes coursework, lab work, and on-the-job training, and graduates are recognized as journeypersons within the Pipe Trades industry. The median annual salary for these occupations is $56,330, and the job outlook is expected to be good over the next few years.
Program Outline
Outline:
The Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology program at Foothill College is an Associate in Science degree program conducted in partnership with the Pipe Trades Training Center apprenticeship program. The apprenticeship program is five years in duration, requiring a minimum of 9,000 hours of on-the-job training. After 5 years of classroom instruction and paid work experience, students are recognized as journeypersons within the Pipe Trades industry and work to protect our environment by properly installing and maintaining piping and equipment for complex heating and air conditioning and special industrial piping systems. The apprenticeship program, which includes coursework, lab work, and on-the-job training, involves learning about different types of piping materials, welding techniques, blueprint reading, and safety regulations. Students also gain experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing piping systems in a variety of settings, including residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Careers:
Graduates of the Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology program are prepared for careers as pipefitters, steamfitters, and other related occupations. These careers typically involve installing, maintaining, and repairing piping systems in a variety of settings, including residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for pipefitters, steamfitters, and other related occupations was $56,330 in May 2020. The job outlook for these occupations is expected to be good over the next few years, as there is a growing demand for skilled workers in the construction industry.
