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Plumbing Technology

Building A Pipeline for Career Success

The Plumbing Technology course is a comprehensive, hands-on one-year program designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the plumbing industry.

Students learn essential skills, including safety protocols, plumbing math, and blueprint reading, while working with various piping materials such as plastic and copper.

The course covers key plumbing systems such as drain, waste, and vent (DWV) systems, water distribution and the installation of fixtures like sinks, faucets and toilets. Students will also explore environmentally sustainable practices, including the use of PEX piping, grey water recycling systems and solar water heaters.

The curriculum emphasizes professionalism, plumbing codes and career readiness, culminating in a capstone project where students design, install and troubleshoot a small-scale plumbing system.

Who is eligible to attend?

Typically juniors and seniors from our 24 component school districts who are interested in career training as part of their high school experience are eligible to enroll.

How do I enroll?

The first step is to meet with your home school guidance counselor to learn how Career & Technical Education can benefit your career path. Your counselor can then help you arrange a tour of our Albany (Colonie) or Schoharie campuses, or the Center for Advanced Technology at Mohonasen. They can also help you begin the enrollment process.

Where can I learn more?

Send an email indicating your interest to diane.ogren@neric.org or call 518-862-4816. Read more about our school.