Hawkeye offers four levels of plumbing apprenticeship curriculum approved by the Department of Labor for individuals who are sponsored by an employer or local business.
The apprenticeship classes fulfill the 144 classroom training hours required by an approved apprenticeship program.
The curriculum is offered in both face-to-face and online class formats. Online Plumbing Apprenticeship classes are available for individuals who live or work more than 45 miles from the Cedar Falls Center.
Attendance is a required.
For more information or to register for the Plumbing Apprenticeship program, contact the trade and industry coordinator.
Day/Time: Mondays, 5:00 – 9:00pm
Dates: October 16 – December 4, 2023
Instructor: Richard Frickson
Location: Cedar Falls Center
Cost: $475
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
Day/Time: Mondays, 5:00 – 9:00pm
Dates: January 22 – March 11, 2024
Instructor: Richard Frickson
Location: Cedar Falls Center
Cost: $475
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
Day/Time: Mondays and Thursdays, 5:00 – 9:00pm
Dates: September 7, 2023 – March 4, 2024
Class Meets:
- September 7, 14, 18, 21, 28
- October 2, 5, 12, 16, 19, 26, 30
- November 2, 9, 13, 16, 20, 27, 30
- December 7, 11, 14
- January 4, 8, 11, 18, 22, 25
- February 1, 5, 8, 15, 19, 22, 29
- March 4
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
Class Information
Day/Time: Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:00 – 9:00pm
Dates: August 21, 2023 – February 14, 2024
Class Meets:
- August 21, 28, 30
- September 6, 11, 13, 18, 25, 27
- October 2, 9, 11, 16, 23, 25, 30
- November 6, 8, 13, 20, 27, 29
- December 4, 11, 13
- January 3, 8, 10, 17, 22, 24, 29
- February 5, 7, 12, 14
Instructor: Jeff 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.