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Program Explorer

Plumbing

Turn your experience into expertise and solve practical problems wherever water flows.

Develop the technical skills, safety procedures and regulatory knowledge you need for a successful career in plumbing.

Through RRC Polytech’s Plumbing program, you will build the practical knowledge and technical skills you need to safely install and repair water and waste disposal systems and plumbing fixtures and lay out sanitary drainage, venting and storm drainage systems. You’ll also develop practical mathematics and sciences skills and gain experience with plumbing code, rigging and material handling.

As part of your RRC Polytech education, you’ll build the versatile communication, collaboration and learning skills you need to adapt to new technology, continue growing your knowledge and take on new career opportunities.

  • Program Type
    Full-time
  • Credential
    Certificate
  • Program Delivery
    In-person
  • In-person Locations
    Notre Dame Campus and Interlake and Peguis – Fisher River Campus
  • Intakes
    Fall and Winter
  • Program Length
    5 months
  • Total Tuition / Fees for Courses
    $3,700 – $4,100
  • How to Enrol
    Application required
  • Application Type
    Direct entry
  • Indigenous Pathway
    Program pathway available to Indigenous learners

Experience a Polytechnic Education

Full-time Delivery: Something New Every Term

In this program, you will develop the technical skills and practical knowledge you need to work with plumbing contractors and complete maintenance in industrial plants.

TERM 1

Learn to read plumbing code, analyze blueprints and safely assemble and install valves, pipes, fittings and other parts.

Employment Potential

Prepare yourself for career success

Potential Grad CAREERS

  • Plumbing apprentice
  • Plumbing sales associate at wholesaler
  • Business owner/entrepreneur

AFFILIATIONS AND ACCREDITATIONS

What to Expect in This Program

Get Prepared for the Future of Work

Excel with practical learning and experienced instructors, all focused on your success. With an employer-driven education, you won’t just be ready for a career – you’ll be prepared to stay in front of what’s ahead.

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As a plumber, you’ll manage a critical part of our infrastructure system, helping ensure safe access to clean water and proper waste disposal.
Student in a plumbing lab working to install some new piping
Learn to design, install and maintain drain-waste-vent (DWV) and water supply systems through practical projects and experiential labs.
Instructor teaching student how to read a gauge connected to multiple pipes
Develop the in-depth knowledge you need to keep our potable water system safe.
Students learning to work on sewage disposal systems in a lab
Work one-on-one with expert instructors to incorporate feedback as you learn to repair and maintain private water supply and sewage disposal systems.

Graduate Success

Graduate positions at the journeyperson level include plumbers, steamfitters and sprinkler and fire-protection installers, with many job opportunities available in rural areas. After gaining work experience, you can progress into an advanced career as a supervisor, estimator, plumbing contractor or building inspector.

The statistics below represent the opinions and employment statuses of this program’s recent grads. They were retrieved from the 2019-2020 RRC Polytech Graduate Satisfaction and Employment Report.

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100% – NEW GRADS HIRED

At RRC Polytech, we work hard to create strong partnerships between students and their industry. As part of your education, you’ll meet employers, access our exclusive job board and gain practical experience, giving you the connections and confidence you need to start your career quickly.

$40K – AVERAGE NEW GRAD SALARY

As an RRC Polytech grad, you’ll be equipped with in-depth safety and material knowledge, a strong understanding of plumbing code and a wealth of practical experience. You’ll also build the critical teamwork and communication skills you need to lead, succeed and become a valuable part of any organization.

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Instructor teaching student how to read a gauge connected to multiple pipes

100% – CONSIDER INSTRUCTORS KNOWLEDGEABLE

Our passionate, industry-experienced instructors are focused on making sure you succeed. Using their years of work experience and expertise, they’ll equip you with the insight, practical knowledge and professional connections you need to excel, from your first class to your day on the job.

“RRC Polytech helped me reach my goals of earning a good wage and owning a home by the age of 30. (The College) did this by providing instructors and shops to help me through the Plumbing program.”

John Demedash
KK Plumbing and Heating

Who Should Enrol?

Turn your talents into academic success

As a student in the Plumbing program, you have excellent mechanical skills and an interest in math and science. You are in good physical health, can move heavy equipment and enjoy working indoors and outdoors. As part of your professional career, you are willing to work in trenches and on scaffolds and face challenging conditions, including inclement weather, noise, fumes and odours.

Students that excel in this program often share these interests, skills and personality traits.

PERSONALITY TRAITS

  • Adaptable
  • Critical thinker
  • Independent
  • Practical
  • Technical thinker

SKILLS

  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Dependability
  • Organization
  • Problem solving

INTERESTS

  • Mechanical work
  • DIY
  • Outdoor activities
  • Traveling
  • Sports
  • Fitness

All the Information You Need

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Ensure signup goes smoothly and understand program requirements before registering. Review required documents and procedures to make sure you’re prepared to enter this program.

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LOCATION, DATES AND FEES

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SCHOLARSHIPS

Celebrate and motivate your learning. Whether you’ve sprinted through the first term or just received your acceptance letter, find a variety of bursaries, scholarships and awards.

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OTHER INFORMATION

Explore our Catalogue for more detailed information, including a program outline, course descriptions and everything you’ll need to plan and prepare for your future success.

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DATES AND FEES

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LIST OF COURSES

Plan out your preferred learning journey. Review a summary of this program’s courses to discover what you’ll learn and how an RRC Polytech education will help your career.

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Ensure signup goes smoothly and understand program requirements before registering. Review required documents and procedures to make sure you’re prepared to enter this program.

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OTHER INFORMATION

Explore our Catalogue for more detailed information, including a program outline, course descriptions and everything you’ll need to plan and prepare for your future success.

Begin Your Journey

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Start Your Application

Your future is within reach, and we’re here to help you achieve it. Experience industry-focused opportunities available at RRC Polytech and develop the knowledge and skills to grow, lead and excel in your future career.

Funding Your Education

Support yourself while pursuing your RRC Polytech education. You may be eligible for loans, grants and scholarships to help tackle your financial needs.

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RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.

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