Workforce Division: Plumber & Pipefitter

A new partnership between UA Local 441 Plumbers and Pipefitters (PPATKS) and Butler has resulted in a degree program designed for current plumber/pipefitters.

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Fit a Degree Into Your Internship

Guided by its focus on current practitioners, the coursework in this program deviates from Butler’s standard requirements in order to respect the educational background of students coming from different apprenticeship programs.

Plumber and Pipefitter, Apprenticeship and Degree

The Butler/PPATKS partnership allows plumber and pipefitter interns to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, in person or online, while working toward a professional certificate. Once a Journeyman’s card is issued a maximum of 47 credit hours will be applied toward the AAS degree.

What You Can Do with a Plumber & Pipefitter Trade Degree 

No matter what your dream job is, you’ll gain the building blocks to earn your bachelor’s degree at a four-year university or start your career right away in positions like: 

  • Steamfitter
  • Service and repair plumber
  • Water supply plumber
  • Sanitary plumber
  • Construction plumber

Classes You'll Take

These are some examples of courses in our Plumber & Pipefitter Trades program.

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Business Communications
  • Computer Concepts and Applications
  • Business English

    Workforce Division: Plumber & Pipefitter Trades (Associate of Applied Science)

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