Pipefitting Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to design, install, and test industrial and commercial piping systems and automatic fire and exposure protection systems. Includes instruction in water systems, steam systems, heating and cooling systems, lubricating systems, piping materials, installation tools operation and maintenance, valve installation and repair, technical mathematics, blueprint interpretation, and applicable codes and standards. Is Pipefitting Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter the right major for you?
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Pipefitting Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$62,260

Median Hourly Wage

$29.93*

Total Employed Nationally

474,510


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.