Program Overview

The Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology program at Foothill College is a five-year apprenticeship program that prepares students for careers as pipefitters, steamfitters, and other related occupations. The program includes coursework, lab work, and on-the-job training, and graduates are recognized as journeypersons within the Pipe Trades industry. The median annual salary for these occupations is $56,330, and the job outlook is expected to be good over the next few years.