Plumbing Apprenticeship

Level 1 face-to-face classes are offered for beginner apprentices.

Experienced apprentices may earn credit by passing the Plumbing Apprenticeship Level 1 exam.

Preparation Class and Exam

• Mondays, 5:00 – 9:00pm
• October 17 – December 5, 2022
  • October 17, 24, 31
  • November 7, 14, 21, 28
  • December 5

Exam: December 5, 2022 at 5:00pm
Instructor: Richard Frickson
Location: Cedar Falls Center
Cost: $475

Classes

Hours: 144 training hours
Cost: $925

Call 319-296-4290 for start dates.

Topics

• Basic Math for Plumbing
• Building Plans and Drawings
• First Aid and Safety
• Joining Methods for DWV and Pressure Piping
• Pipe Material Used in Plumbing Work
• Plumbing Drain, Waste and Vent
• Plumbing History, Codes and Principles
• Plumbing Tools
• Water Supply, Water sources, Waste and Sewage Disposal

Level 2 face-to-face classes are offered for beginner apprentices.

Experienced apprentices may earn credit by passing the Plumbing Apprenticeship Level 2 exam.

Preparation Class and Exam

• Mondays, 5:00 – 9:00pm
• January 23 – March 13, 2023
  • January 23, 30
  • February 6, 13, 20, 27
  • March 6, 13

Exam Date: March 13, 2023 at 5:00pm
Instructor: Richard Frickson
Location: Cedar Falls Center
Cost: $475

Classes

Hours: 144 training hours
Cost: $925

Call 319-296-4290 for start dates.

Topics

• Applied Geometric Concepts
• Applied Plumbing Mathematics
• Drainage fixture Units
• Drawings
• Fuel Gas Piping, fittings, Connections and Pipe Sizing
• Piping Materials, Sourdes, and Distribution for Potable Water
• Safety Concepts
• Water Pipe sizing: Main and Branch and Individual Run systems

Classes

• Mondays and Thursdays, 5:00 – 9:00pm
• September 8, 2022–March 2, 2023
  • September 8, 15, 19, 22, 29
  • October 3, 6, 13, 17, 20, 27, 31
  • November 3, 10, 14, 17, 21, 28
  • December 1, 8, 12, 15, 19
  • January 5, 9, 12, 19, 23, 26
  • February 2, 6, 9, 16, 20, 23
  • March 2

Instructor: Bob Osgood and Scott Strader
Location: Cedar Falls Center
Cost: $925

Topics

• Applied Geometric Concepts
• Blueprints and Specifications
• Commercial, Industrial and Institutional Fixtures and Appliances
• Fixture Fittings, Trim and Installation
• Fuel Gas Piping, Fittings, Connections, and Pipe Sizing
• Installation Methods
• Introduction to construction Equipment
• Introduction to the United Plumbing Code
• Plumbing Detail Plans
• Residential Fixtures and Appliances
• Soldering and Gas welding
• Tank capacities, Volume and Weight of Water
• Water Heaters and Water Heater Maintenance
• Workplace Etiquette and Productivity

Classes

• Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:00 – 9:00pm
• August 22, 2022 – February 15, 2023
  • August 22, 29, 31
  • September 7, 12, 14, 19, 26, 28
  • October 3, 10, 12, 17, 24, 31
  • November 7, 9, 14, 21, 28, 30
  • December 5, 12, 14, 19
  • January 4, 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 30
  • February 6, 8, 13, 15

Instructor: Jeffrey Siebel
Location: Cedar Falls Center
Cost: $925

Topics

• Uniform Plumbing Code Administration, Definitions, General Regulations, and Reference Standards
• Plumbing Fixtures and Fixture Fittings
• Water Heaters
• Water Supply and Distribution
• Sanitary Drainage
• Indirect Waste
• Vents
• Traps and Interceptors
• Storm Drainage
• Fuel Gas Piping
• Healthcare Facilities, Medical Gas, and Vacuum Systems
• Firestop Protection
• Alternate Water Sources for Nonpotable Applications
• Nonpotable Rainwater Catchment Systems
• Exam Preparation

A variety of plumbing classes are available for plumbers to fulfill license requirements, brush up on skills, or learn new techniques.

Hawkeye plumbing classes are approved by the Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board to provide continuing education units for those working in plumbing, hydronic, HVAC, and refrigeration fields. Review license renewal requirements.

View and Register for Plumbing Continuing Education Classes.