BM 240 - Plumbing Systems - 3 credit hours
BM 281 - Facilities Maintenance & Environmental Topics - 3 credit hours
Plumbing is currently offered at McKinley High School
Plumbing courses provide students with the skills to construct commercial or residential bathrooms and kitchens. Plumbing instruction focuses on installing waste and vent systems, water and gas pipes, trim, and fixtures. Skills taught include cutting and joining various types of pipe (i.e., steel, plastic) using various methods: cement, seat method, etc.
Program Course Sequence
9th Grade
Career & Financial Management
single period
10th Grade
Plumbing 10
double period
11th Grade
Plumbing 11
double period
12th Grade
Plumbing 12
double period
Areas of Study
Career Options
Work-Based Learning
Plastic DWV Pipe and Fittings
Drains, Waste & Vents
Plumbing Maintenance and Repair
Plumbing Fixtures
Pex Piping & Fittings
Hard Copper Pipe & Fittings
Faucets, Valves & Traps
Indoor Water Lines
Appliances
Plumber,
Pipefitter, Steamfitter
Boilermaker
Construction and Building Inspector
Construction Laborer
Construction Manager
General Maintenance Worker
Repair Worker
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanic and Installer
Service Learning Projects
Industry-Based Projects
Guest Speakers
Job Shadowing
Mentoring
Career Fairs
Industry Tours
Internships
OSHA 10 Certification
Articulation Agreements
BLCT 1202 - Portable Tools and Fastening Systems - 2 credit hours
BLCT 1222 - Construction Math - 2 credit hours
BLCT 3423 - Pipe Fitting - Math Estimating - 3 credit hours
BLCT 3453 - Plumbing Trade History and Safety - 3 credit hours
To find out more about this program please contact the Career and Technical Education Office at 716-816-3700
For registration information: Visit Buffalo Schools' Student Placement & Registration Department