Sprinkler Fitter Technology
Associate in Science
Program Details
Students must first be accepted into the Sprinkler Fitters Apprenticeship Program before enrolling in APSF 9701 through 9710. The Apprenticeship program is a five (5) year earn-and-learn program. Apprentices must work a total of 8000 hours in five (5) years to reach journey level status. Apprentices are required to attend related instruction classes a minimum of 144 hours per year at the Joint Apprenticeship Committee (J.A.C.) Training. The responsibilities and work of the Sprinkler Fitter consists of the knowledge and ability to install all types of fire protection systems, including the layout and installation of underground fire mains. A Sprinkler Fitter is able to read blueprints and layout and install hangers and overhead piping in all types of buildings and all types of construction. Fire sprinklers are found in high-rises, warehouses, aircrafts, hangers, hotels, motels, and homes. For more information on the Apprenticeship Program, visit https://www.apprenticeship4you.com/our-programs.
Pathways
We don’t have detailed information about different pathways or courses for this program.
For more information about this program pathways and courses make an appointment with the school counselor.
Create a customized education plan that fits your needs and ensure that you have sufficient units to graduate (at least 60 semester units or 90 quarter units for an associate degree and 120 semester units or 180 quarter units for a bachelor’s degree).
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes help you work towards your educational goals.
- Demonstrate the skills to follow plans and blueprints, perform relevant calculations, and effectively use the tools and techniques to install, test, and maintain fire safety systems in accordance with industry practice, workmanship standards, and regulations.
- Describe the history, current state, and future of fire protection systems and the sprinkler fitting profession, including related economics and supervision.
- Support a safe and healthy work environment through analysis of the environment and application of safe policies and practices.