Plumbing
The Virginia Western Plumbing CSC will prepare you for an entry-level plumbing position and fulfills the 240 clock hours required to meet the specific Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) requirements to sit for the Journeyman Plumbing exam. Students will also need four years of practical work experience to apply for the Journeyman Plumber’s license.
Why choose Virginia Western?
Experienced instructors will provide hands-on learning throughout the program. Having a good foundation in time management, math and communication will help you get the most out of your courses, and the Plumbing Code and Certification Preparation course will ensure that you’re fully prepared to sit for the DPOR Journeyman Plumbing exam.
What career paths are possible?
Earning your Plumbing CSC can lead to several jobs, including:
- Journeyman plumber (with completion of DPOR Journeyman Plumbing exam)
- Pipefitter
- Service plumber
- Sprinkler apprentice
- Combination pipe welder
- Pipefitter apprentice
- Plumbing helper
- Plumbing mechanic
- Plumbing technician
- Building maintenance
- Plumbing apprentice
COST OF ATTENDANCE
The cost of attendance is an estimate of the costs a student may have while at Virginia Western.
CONTACT US
Webber Hall W305
540-857-7272
Fax: 540-857-7086
Mailing address:
School of Business, Technology & Trades
3098 Colonial Ave., SW
Roanoke, VA 24015
PROGRAM HEAD
J. Spencer Blankenship
Associate Professor, Electrical Wiring
jblankenship@virginiawestern.edu
540-857-7277
Webber Hall W116
Masters – Virginia Tech, 2012