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 for safety in and around equipment, hand tools, power tools and other equipment found in the industry
- Coordination ability to adjust actions in relation to other actions
- Physical strength and stamina with the ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Have no fear of heights or working in closed spaces
- Ability to learn and work in environments including various chemicals, dust, dirt and debris, open flames, small spaces, interior or exterior work factors/environmental factors, scaffolding and ladders
Essential Aptitudes Recommended
- Color discrimination
- Eye/hand/foot coordination
- Finger and manual dexterity
- Spatial acuity
- Motor coordination
- Ability to visualize in 3 dimensions
Reading & Language Arts Levels
- College Prep Reading and Language Arts
- 10-12 grade level textbooks
- Adequate oral and communication skills
- Technical reading and writing skills
- Ability to read and comprehend industry manuals and Code Book
Math Level
- Basic Math level
- College Prep Algebra and Geometry
- Ability to work with measurements
- Ability to work with fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion
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: $14-16
- Dickies Style 974/Lincoln Green work pants: $35
- Work boots: $25-40
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
- Statewide Articulation Agreements
Other Skills
- Problem solving ability
- Able to work independently and as a team
- Attention to detail
- Customer Service skills
- Basic Computer Skills
- Ability to participate in job shadow and internship experiences in the field