This chart is designed to help students and parents understand the educational and physical expectations and/or recommendations for the Plumbing & Heating program at Lehigh Career & Technical Institute. For additional information, please visit the program webpage.
Program Safety & Physical Considerations
- High degree of self-discipline and focus needed in the program and industry
- Ability to learn and work in environment with various chemical odors
- Must have strength and physical stamina and ability to lift 50 pounds overhead
- Ability to kneel for extended periods of time on hard surfaces and flooring
- Ability to stand for a long period of time
- Ability to work in closed spaces
- No fear of heights and must be able to work on scaffolding and ladders
- Must be able to work independently and with teams
Essential Aptitudes Recommended
- Color discrimination
- Eye/hand/foot coordination
- Finger and manual dexterity
- Spatial acuity
- Arm-hand steadiness
Reading & Language Arts Levels
- College Prep Reading and Language Arts
- Text written on grades 10 and 11
- Technical writing skills
- Strong oral communication skills
Math Level
- Basic General Math Skills
- Ability to read ruler and advanced measuring skills
- Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions, decimals; ratio and proportions
End of Year – 12th Grade Assessment Test
- NOCTI
Industry Certifications
- Students will have the opportunity to earn industry certifications in the program
Program Requirements & Related Costs
- Uniform requirements
- Shirt: $8
- Pants: $20
- Closed-toed shoes
Cooperative Education
- Students who meet all the requirements, including teacher recommendation, grades, attendance, and discipline record
- Students must provide their own transportation to and from the job site
Articulation Agreements
- Lehigh Carbon Community College
- Statewide Articulation Agreements
Other Skills
- Ability to work independently and as a team
- Attention to detail
- Customer Service skills