Program Overview

PIPF160 Piping Trades Foundation Practicum

Program Description

This is an unpaid work practicum which will be approved by the Instructor, authorized by the Dean and supervised by the Employer. Students will be exposed to operating terminology and become involved with the daily routine and duties performed by a Plumber or Steamfitter/Pipefitter. Employers will be requested to provide a variety of tasks that line up with the learning objectives of this course. If a student fails to find a practicum placement with an employer, they will complete their practicum hours in the Northern Lights College lab under their Instructor’s supervision.

Program Requirements

• Corequisites: Safety certifications as required by the Practicum placement sponsor.
• Restrictions: Must be in the Piping Trades Foundation Program (PIPF1).
• Practicum Hours: 60

Program Details

• Contact Hours: 60
• Program Type: Unpaid work practicum
• Supervision: Instructor, Dean, and Employer
• Location: Northern Lights College lab or employer's site

Program Overview

Northern Lights College serves the communities of Northern British Columbia that are located on the territories of the Cree, Dene, Dunne-Za, Kaska, Saulteau, Tse’khene, Tahltan, and Tlingit. We also recognize Metis Nation BC members who live in this area of our beautiful province. We acknowledge our hosts and honour their gracious welcome to those seeking knowledge.