Campus News

Plumbing Program To Be Offered at Pipestone Campus Fall Semester

2/26/19

Minnesota West will offer the Plumbing Technology Program on the Pipestone Campus, Fall semester of 2019. Program options for plumbing will include a 32-credit Plumbing Diploma, 45-credit Plumbing Technician Diploma, and a 60-credit Plumbing Technology A.A.S. Degree option for students to choose from.

The Plumbing Technology Program prepares students for work in all phases of plumbing using a variety of hand and power tool skills. Course work includes training in assembly, installation and repair of pipes, fittings and fixtures which make up water supply or waste disposal systems. Minnesota State plumbing apprenticeship and other certification is attained upon completion of the program.

The Plumbing Technology graduate studies building plans and working drawings to determine work aids and plans the sequence of installation according to print specifications and codes.

The majority of plumbers enter the trade as apprentices, working toward journeyman and master status in residential, commercial and industrial work. Plumbers work in various sized shops in many communities and employment exists nationwide.

Paul Lanoue, Dean of Agriculture and Business states, “Minnesota West has a proud tradition of responding to the workforce needs of our region. With this in mind we are excited to be bringing the Plumbing program to the Pipestone Campus of Minnesota West in the Fall of 2019. Job openings and demand is expected to be very strong in the next 10 years with faster than average growth in the industry.  Our tuition is affordable and our program allows students to be earning a quality wage in a short timeframe.”

For additional information about the program or to apply, visit www.mnwest.edu or call 800-658-2330.