Course Information

2026-2027 Academic Year

DRAFT CMS until August 14, 2026.

IC51 Plumbing I

Course CodeIC51
Course TitlePlumbing I
Course DescriptionPerform basic procedures and techniques designed to reduce safety risks and workplace injuries in the plumbing industry. Develop basic skills to interpret and apply drawing information when laying out and installing plumbing systems. Engage in copper, cast-iron, steel, and plastic pipe and fittings practices used in plumbing applications. Gain the knowledge, skills, and industry credentials for careers in architecture and construction. * For safety reasons, the recommended enrollment should not exceed 20 students.
Cluster GroupingBuilding and Moving
Career ClusterConstruction (CONS)
Course Lead ConsultantNolan Fahrer
nolan.fahrer@dpi.nc.gov
Course StatusStandard
Course TypeAdopted
POL (Proof of Learning)Credential
Credential as POLNC NCCER - Plumbing I
Curriculum DateSummer 2020
Hours of Instruction135-150
Recommended Maximum Enrollment20
Course Credit1
Inherently HonorsNo
Meets Computer Science (CS) Graduation RequirementNo
Math Option CreditNo
PrerequisitesIC00 Construction Core
Cluster Grouping(s)Building and Moving
Career Cluster(s)Construction (CONS)
Pathway Level(s)Plumbing (PLUM) - Prerequisite
Aligned Credential(s) or Certification(s)NC NCCER - Plumbing I
CTSO(s)
(Career and Technical Student Organization)
SkillsUSA
SOC Code(s)
(Standard Occupational Classification Code)
Construction and Building Inspectors (47-4011)
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers (47-1011)
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (49-1011)
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (47-2152)
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners (47-4071)