Plumbing and Heating

Code	5833
Diploma	DVS
Sector	Buildings and Public Works
Length of training	1 680 hours
Approximate duration in months	14 months
Number of credits	112
Status	Program approved in March 2011.

This program is offered in French:
5333 - Plomberie et chauffage

Training

Admission conditions and prerequisites

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Program Objectives

The Plumbing and Heating program prepares students to practise the trade of pipe fitter.
This trade is part of the building services sector and includes two specialties: plumbing and heating. Generally speaking, pipe fitters install, modify, repair and maintain plumbing and heating systems. More specifically, they work on pipes in water supply and drainage systems. They also work on pipes and other components of hydronic, steam, forced air, oil, radiant, natural gas and propane heating systems. They are interested in new technologies, in particular renewable energy (e.g. geothermic, solar).

Program Content

Code	Statement of Competency	Hours	Credits
754-991	Become familiar with the organizations involved in the construction industry	15	1
754-992	To protect health, safety and physical integrity on construction sites	30	2
807-402	Determine their suitability for the trade and the training process and their ability to communicate in the workplace	30	2
807-414	Handle equipment, materials and products	60	4
807-428	Assemble mechanical piping systems	120	8
807-435	Install electrical components	75	5
807-443	Interpret plans and specifications	45	3
807-458	Install drainage systems	120	8
807-468	Install ventilation systems	120	8
807-478	Work on electrical and electronic control systems	120	8
807-485	Do welding and brazing work	75	5
807-498	Install hot and cold water distribution systems, plumbing fixtures and accessories	120	8
807-505	Maintain and repair pipes, plumbing fixtures and accessories	75	5
807-513	Present information about energy and heating	45	3
807-528	Install, maintain and repair oil-burning appliances	120	8
807-538	Install and repair direct and reverse heating systems	120	8
807-544	Install and repair perimeter heating systems	60	4
807-558	Install natural gas- and propane-burning systems	120	8
807-565	Install and repair radiant heating systems	75	5
807-578	Install and repair low-pressure steam heating systems	120	8
807-581	Use job search techniques	15	1
		1680	112

Admission Conditions and Prerequisites

To be eligible for admission to this program, candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

Persons holding a Secondary School Diploma or its recognized equivalent, for example, an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary V studies, or a postsecondary diploma such as the Diploma of College Studies or a Bachelor's degree
OR
Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their training is to begin and have earned the Secondary IV credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister, or have been granted recognition for equivalent learning
OR
Persons who are at least 18 years of age upon entry into the program and have the following functional prerequisites: the successful completion of the General Development Test (see the following table), or recognition of equivalent learning
OR
Persons who have obtained Secondary III credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in programs established by the Minister are required to pursue general education courses, concurrently with their vocational training, in order to obtain the Secondary IV credits they lack in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in programs established by the Minister.

Functional Prerequisites

A person who has reached the age of 18 can be admitted to a program of study leading to a Diploma of vocational studies (DVS) based on functional prerequisites. These prerequisites, in place for those aged at least 18 years at the start date declared for the vocational training program, are: successful completion of the general development test (GDT) and obtaining and passing the tests relative to the specific prerequisites in the language of instruction and mathematics, if applicable.

This table indicates the new course codes for common core basic education (CCBE) and diversified basic education (DBE) required for the specific prerequisites in language of instruction and mathematics for the targeted program of study. In the cases where the new course codes for the CCBE and the DBE are in progressive implementation, the old codes are indicated in parenthesis and are still valid. The equivalent course codes in basic education in the youth sector are also indicated in the table. When a DVS does not require any specific prerequisites in language of instruction or in mathematics, a (-) will be displayed in the appropriate field. Please note that the functional prerequisites do not apply to attestation of vocational specialty (AVS) programs.

Specific Prerequisites

Language of instruction		Second language		Mathematics
Adults	Youth	Adults	Youth	Adults	Youth
ENG-3101-1 et ENG-3102-2 ou (ENG-3070-3)	632-306 ou (630-316)	-	-	MTH-1101-3 ou (MTH-1006-2)	563-226 ou (563-206)

Educational Organizations Offering the Program

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Estrie

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Eastern Townships SB (Estrie)

Vocational Training Centre	Group	Status	D/E	Start Date
C.F.P. Lennoxville	PLU_Aug 25		D	Aug. 28th, 2025

Laurentides

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Admission by waiting list
Course full

CS Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier (Laurentides)

Vocational Training Centre	Group	Status	D/E	Start Date
Centre de formation Construc-Plus Vocational Centre	PC243A		D	Apr. 29th, 2025

Montérégie

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Admission by waiting list
Course full

Riverside SB

Vocational Training Centre	Group	Status	D/E	Start Date
ACCESS - Annexe Saint-Hubert	—	—	—	—

Montréal

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Places available
Admission by waiting list
Course full

CSS de Montréal

Vocational Training Centre	Group	Status	D/E	Start Date
École des métiers de la construction de Montréal	—	—	—	—

Lester-B.-Pearson SB

Vocational Training Centre	Group	D/E	Start Date
Career Development Services	PLUMB 2021	D/E	Continuous entry
Verdun Adult and Career Centre	Wait List	D	Continuous entry
	PL250206	D	Feb. 6th, 2025
	PL250404	D	Apr. 4th, 2025
	PL250529	D	May 29th, 2025

Plumber

Plumbers install, repair, modify and upkeep household, industrial and specialized plumbing. They may be called upon to install and upkeep heating systems. As part of their duties, they read and analyze plumbing and heating plans and specifications. They weld, glue, fuse and bolt materials. This essential trade is in high demand. This job requires attention to detail, resourcefulness and manual dexterity. It requires working in special conditions (wet, cold, darkness, etc.).

Average Salary

Plumber — $38.00

Job Titles

Heating systems installer
Heating system mechanic
Plumber
Pipefitter

Targeted Professions

Find out more about a trade or an occupation on Québec.ca

Oil and solid fuel heating mechanics (7331)
Plumbers (7251)
Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (7252)

Videos

Plombier

DEP en Plomberie et chauffage - École Polymécanique de Laval

CFPSC Plomberie et chauffage HD

Resources

WebSites
Commission de la construction du Québec	https://www.ccq.org/fr-CA
Corporation des maîtres mécaniciens en tuyauterie du Québec	https://www.cmmtq.org
inter Syndicat de la construction	https://cpqmci.org/