Fully online technical training designed around real industry demand, so you can specialize at your own pace.
11/07/2026
Start Date
6 months
Duration
750
Total Hours
8 Modules
Program
Duration
Total Hours
Program
Start Date
$3580
ICTESS’s Plumbing Systems for New Construction and Renovation Specialization is designed to train specialists in the design, execution, and maintenance of water supply and drainage installations in new buildings and renovation projects. The program covers everything from material selection to the specific techniques needed to work on existing buildings.
You’ll learn the professional technical procedures used on real job sites: calculating distribution networks, layout and fastening techniques, sizing valves and hydraulic balancing systems, preventing backflow and water hammer, running pressure tests to code, and preparing As-Built documentation. The specialization includes a Capstone Project where you’ll apply everything you’ve learned to a comprehensive renovation case study.
The new construction and renovation sector needs professionals capable of executing plumbing installations with rigorous technical standards and full code compliance. Renovating existing buildings brings specific challenges that call for specialized knowledge in material compatibility, working on aging systems, and bringing installations up to current requirements under codes such as the International Plumbing Code (IPC).
The purpose of this specialization is to train professionals to plan and execute complete water supply installations in buildings. You’ll learn to select materials based on compatibility and durability, produce optimized layouts using proper fastening techniques, install thermal and condensation protection, configure circuits with balancing valves, and prevent hydraulic issues such as backflow and water hammer.
The program includes hands-on training in pressure and leak testing following professional protocols, preparing technical As-Built documentation for project closeout, and concludes with a Capstone Project where you’ll develop a complete renovation case study for an existing building.
The Plumbing Systems for New Construction and Renovation Specialization qualifies you for specialized technical roles at installation companies, general contractors, MEP engineering firms, and building maintenance departments. You’ll be prepared to work as a specialized plumbing technician, plumbing systems lead, renovation project supervisor, or maintenance technician in residential and commercial buildings.
The program prepares you to manage plumbing projects from planning through closeout: performing layout and field measurements per project drawings, selecting materials compatible with existing systems, executing joints and connections using professional techniques, installing valve and balancing systems, and overseeing acceptance testing per applicable code.
You’ll also gain skills to diagnose deficiencies in older systems, propose renovation solutions based on technical and cost criteria, prepare professional As-Built documentation, and coordinate with other trades on renovation projects. The program’s hands-on approach lets you apply your knowledge immediately to real-world projects.
Study from anywhere, with no commuting required. Balance your technical specialization with your current professional career.
Organize your study schedule around your own availability. Move through the modules at the pace that works for you and revisit topics whenever you need to.
Curriculum aligned with the International Plumbing Code (IPC), applicable mechanical code requirements, and industry plumbing standards. Training kept current with today's technical standards.
Technical video lessons, up-to-date downloadable materials, forums with specialized instructors, and hands-on installation exercises.
With ICTESS, you’ll receive specialized technical training focused on professional practice and built to help you master the competencies the plumbing installation and renovation field demands. Every program is developed by industry experts and delivers a modern, practical, and flexible learning experience aligned with current market requirements, using real job-site case studies. We’re committed to academic excellence, advanced educational technology, and consistent support that drives your professional growth.
What you'll achieve
Select materials and joining methods for plumbing installations based on chemical compatibility, mechanical strength, and suitability for new construction or renovation work.
Execute professional layout, field measurement, and pipe fastening techniques that meet project specifications, applicable plumbing codes, and industry best practices.
Install thermal insulation and condensation protection on hot and cold water piping, ensuring energy efficiency and preventing system deficiencies.
Configure valve, bypass, and hydraulic balancing systems to optimize circuit performance and simplify maintenance work.
Perform pressure and leak testing per applicable code protocols, document results, and prepare As-Built drawings for project handover.
The plumbing sector is undergoing a significant shift driven by renovation activity and tightening code-based efficiency requirements. Many buildings across the country still have plumbing installed before current codes were adopted, which requires specialized intervention. This creates sustained demand for technical professionals trained specifically in renovation and modern installation methods.
Shortage of renovation specialists: The job market shows a shortage of professionals capable of working on existing buildings with the right technical approach. Installation companies look for technicians who can handle both new construction and the specific challenges of renovation: material compatibility, adapting layouts to existing structures, and bringing older installations up to code.
Greater documentation and code requirements: Today’s projects call for rigorous technical documentation, documented acceptance testing, and precise As-Built drawings. Specialization in these procedures is increasingly in demand from general contractors and developers who need project handovers that meet current quality standards.
Competitive advantage in the job market: Specialized training in plumbing for new construction and renovation sets you apart significantly from generalist profiles. Mastering specific renovation techniques, applicable codes, and professional documentation positions you as a priority candidate at installation companies.
Completing the Plumbing Systems for New Construction and Renovation Specialization positions you in a field with steady demand for qualified technical specialists. Renovation of existing buildings alongside new construction activity creates ongoing demand for professionals capable of executing plumbing installations to rigorous technical standards.
Mastery of current technical codes: In-depth knowledge of the International Plumbing Code (IPC) and applicable mechanical code requirements lets you execute installations that comply with current regulations and pass technical inspections without issues.
Capacity to manage technical documentation: You’ll build the skills to prepare professional As-Built documentation, manage acceptance testing, and hand over installations with all required documentation. This competency lets you take on higher-level responsibilities in building projects.
Recognized professional certificate: ICTESS’s professional certificate validates your technical specialization in plumbing for new construction and renovation, strengthening your position in the job market for the installation sector.
This specialization is designed for professionals and technicians seeking to specialize in executing and managing plumbing installations in new construction and renovation projects. Recommended candidates include:
Program details
The Capstone Project is the culminating stage of the program and represents the practical integration of every technical competency developed throughout the specialization. It consists of developing a complete renovation case study for plumbing installations in an existing building, applying the professional methodologies and technical procedures used in the renovation sector.
The project covers a realistic renovation scenario where you’ll diagnose the current installation, identify incompatibilities and deficiencies, and propose a technical renovation solution. You’ll develop a justified material selection based on compatibility criteria, design the layout with proper fastening techniques, specify insulation and protection systems, and configure the valve and hydraulic balancing system.
The project also includes planning pressure and leak testing per applicable code protocols, preparing As-Built drawings at the level of detail required for project handover, and writing the technical documentation for the intervention. The final documentation must meet the format and technical rigor expected of renovation projects, demonstrating your ability to manage complete interventions in existing buildings with professional standards.
ICTESS’s Plumbing Systems for New Construction and Renovation Specialization includes hands-on training in the professional techniques used on real plumbing job sites. You’ll learn to execute mechanical and soldered joints across different materials (copper, PEX-AL-PEX, PPR, PVC), layout and field measurement techniques by project, fastening and support methods that meet applicable codes, and installing thermal insulation and condensation protection. You’ll also master configuring valve systems with bypass circuits and hydraulic balancing, running pressure tests with gauges and test equipment, and preparing As-Built documentation with technical drafting tools. This hands-on approach lets you apply these techniques immediately to new construction and renovation projects.
Prior professional experience isn’t required, although basic technical training in building systems or construction is recommended. The specialization is designed for plumbing installers looking to update their skills, but it’s also accessible to maintenance technicians, construction professionals, and graduates of vocational installation programs who want to specialize in plumbing. The content starts from material and joint fundamentals before moving into more specific renovation techniques. It’s important to be able to read technical drawings, understand basic hydraulics concepts, and work with code documentation. If you have a background in electrical, HVAC, or other building systems, you’ll find content that complements your technical profile.
ICTESS’s Professional Certificate validates your technical specialization in plumbing for new construction and renovation and is recognized by industry employers as high-level supplementary training. While it doesn’t replace any state license required for certain types of work, the certificate documents specific, in-demand technical competencies: mastery of code-based execution techniques, the ability to run acceptance testing, and skill in preparing professional As-Built documentation. Many installation companies and general contractors particularly value this practical technical training as a complement to hands-on experience, since it demonstrates familiarity with current codes and professional procedures used on real job sites.
This Plumbing Systems for New Construction and Renovation Specialization stands apart through its specific focus on renovation and its technical depth in professional procedures. While many courses focus on general plumbing concepts, this program addresses the particular challenges of working on existing buildings: compatibility between older and modern materials, diagnosing deficiencies in existing systems, adapting layouts to pre-existing construction, and meeting current codes during renovations. The content includes real professional techniques: pressure testing per code protocols, preventing backflow and water hammer with specific technical solutions, and preparing As-Built documentation at the level of detail required for project handovers. The specialization also culminates in a complete renovation case study where you apply every competency in an integrated project.
