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Course Description

This courses uses the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) training format and provides certificates of competency in core plumbing knowledge. the topics covered include safety, construction math, blueprint reading, hand and power tool usage, and fall prevention. This course covers CORE instruction only.

Course Outline

  • Build Your Future in Construction
  • Basic Safety
  • Introduction to Construction Math
  • Introduction to Hand Tools
  • Introduction to Power Tools
  • Introduction to Construction Drawings
  • Introduction to Basic Rigging
  • Basic Communication Skills
  • Basic Employability Skills
  • Introduction to Materials Handling

Learner Outcomes

  • Learn OSHA 10 safety information including hazard recognition, fall protection, personal protection equipment, and safe working procedures
  • Familiarize and understand, basic hand and power tool use including safety, maintenance, and procedures
  • Recognize and interpret basic construction drawing terms, components, and symbols

Notes

  • Closed-toe shoes are required in class
  • Students must create their CPCC user name and password prior to the first day of class.
  • Students will need to purchase the following book for class: "CORE: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills" by NCCER, 6th edition, ISBN 9780137483341.
  • Student evaluation will consist of : NCCER module completion, class participation, and demonstration of skills.
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Section Title
Residential/Commercial Plumbing CORE
FIS ID
350941
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
M, W
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Jan 12, 2026 to Jan 14, 2026
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
W
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Jan 21, 2026
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
W, M
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Jan 28, 2026 to Mar 04, 2026
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
M, W
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Mar 16, 2026 to Apr 01, 2026
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
W, M
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Apr 08, 2026 to May 13, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
93.0
Location
  • Harper Campus / CPCC
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Reg fee greater than 50 hours non-credit $180.00
Additional Fee(s)
Accident Insurance $1.60 Mandatory
CAPS Fee $12.00 Mandatory
Lab Fee $27.00 Mandatory
TECH Fee $5.00 Mandatory
Drop Request Deadline
Jan 05, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Jan 05, 2026
Instructors
  • Michael Lewis
Section Notes
There is a textbook required for the class. Closed-toe shoes are required in all lab environments.
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