Plumber Courses

The Plumbing Technology and Plumber field of study in focused on the assessment, analysis, and installation of systems that carry fluid for many residential and commercial applications. Get more details below including other Montana colleges that offer plumber courses.

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Montana State University – Northern

Also known as University of Montana

Missoula, Montana, Missoula, MT

Montana State University - Northern, a public institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Havre, MT, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled per year at Montana State University - Northern.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Mechanic And Repair Technology
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Engineering
• Construction Trades

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. The most common scores among applicants accepted to Montana State University - Northern are in the range of 17 to 22 on the ACT, or 1300 to 1546 on the SAT. This school accepts roughly 60 percent of students applying. Of those admitted, about 94 percent enrolled.  More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $5,600 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $18,000 per year. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $2,400 per year. Some students at Montana State University - Northern may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Montana State University - Northern "Northern Lights" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Volleyball (NAIA Division I)

Students should visit the Montana State University - Northern website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Plumber Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Montana offers an associate's degree program in plumber.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers.

Plumbers

Description

Assemble, install, or repair pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, or drainage systems, according to specifications or plumbing codes.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, plumbers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Missoula, MT
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $52970

Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners

Description

Clean and repair septic tanks, sewer lines, or drains. May patch walls and partitions of tank, replace damaged drain tile, or repair breaks in underground piping.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).