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Certificate in Plumbing Techniques George Brown College - Casa Loma Campus George Brown College - Casa Loma Campus, Canada

Intake May 2024

May 2023, Sep 2023

work permit PG Work Permit

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CAD 17837

Tuition Fee (CAD)

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CAD 110

Application Fee

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12 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Plumbing Techniques program covers residential, commercial and industrial applications in the plumbing industry, paying particular attention to residential plumbing. It is a hands-on program that may benefit anyone seeking to enter an apprenticeship or any construction-related career path.

Through hands-on projects you will learn about:

  • Tools, materials, equipment and methods used in the plumbing industry
  • Estimating materials and labour costs
  • Proper use of hand tools and power tools
  • Safety practices and procedures associated with these tools

The program includes studying industry standards and building codes while considering health and safety issues and energy conservation.

Projects include:

  • Constructing and testing both drain and water systems
  • Learning how to install hot water heaters and a variety of residential plumbing fixtures.
  • Research on the science of sanitation, water, and the forces acting on a sealed piping system with and without atmospheric pressure applied to it.
  • Studying blueprints and learning basic drafting techniques that will enable you to design, comprehend and build plumbing systems.
  • A final project will focus on how to maintain the plumbing system you install and those that you may encounter in the future.

Program Learning Outcomes

  • The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
    • Work according to contractual obligations; the project manual; and applicable laws, standards, bylaws, and codes.
    • Perform residential plumbing projects effectively and accurately by interpreting and producing basic data in graphic, oral and written formats.
    • Work responsibly and effectively with others and in accordance with appropriate practices, procedures and in compliance with health and safety legislation.
    • Use tools and equipment for basic installation manufacture, and repair of components to required specifications.
    • Contribute to the organizing and planning of residential plumbing installation projects.
    • Solve routine problems related to work environments using a variety of systemic approaches.
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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 56

Program Intensity Full-Time

Work Permit work permit PGWP

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 80 - With no score less than - 20
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 54 - With no score less than - 50
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 105.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
    • Grade 12 English (C or U)
    • Grade 11 Math (M or U) or grade 12 (C or U)

6 IELTS Score
80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
54 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

17837

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 110

Application Fee
(CAD)

12000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
(CAD)

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