Overview

The Advanced Plumbing Technology degree from Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) offers a direct pathway into trades training at NAIT without having to first be a registered apprentice and can also serve as a pathway to apprenticeship.

The programme focuses on theory and hands-on training required to master installation and repair, perform mechanical system maintenance, and more. You will also get to explore new technologies and systems such as water recycling and reuse, solar and geothermal heating systems, and water conservation. Upon completion of the programme, you’ll be able to explore career opportunities for plumbing and gasfitting within the commercial, residential and industrial sectors.

This programme is PGWP eligible. Please consult NAIT website for additional information.

Career opportunities:

Plumber/Gasfitter B
Plumbing Sales
Plumbing Wholesaler

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Programme Structure

Learning outcomes for this programme include knowledge of:

industry standards, legislation and workplace expectations
design, installation and maintenance of all relevant systems, including:
gas systems
hydronic heating systems and gas appliances
potable and non-potable water systems
drainage, waste and vent systems
design, interpretation and conversion of drawings for plumbing installations
mathematical concepts for plumbing installations
effective written and verbal communication

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Edmonton, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Grade 11 Language Arts (English 20-2)
Grade 11 Mathematics (Math 20-2, Math 20-3 or Applied Math 20)
Grade 10 Science (Science 10)

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Tuition Fees

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22050 CAD / year

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7740 CAD / year

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Living costs

Edmonton

Canada

1201 - 1992 CAD / month

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