Master the essential plumbing codes with a private crash course in South Portland, Maine. Learn from industry experts in a hands-on, practical setting designed for all skill levels.
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Harding's Plumbing School
Master the essential plumbing codes with a private crash course in South Portland, Maine. Learn from industry experts in a hands-on, practical setting designed for all skill levels.
Harding's Plumbing School is a Portland, OR-based trade school specializing in state exam preparation for plumbing and oil heating professionals. The school delivers focused, instructor-led classroom training that prepares candidates for Journeyman and Master license exams.
The curriculum includes a 13-hour Oil Technician State Exam Prep Course offered at the South Portland location and an 18-hour Plumbing Code Crash Course held at the Hampden location. Both courses are taught by instructor Brad Harding, who guides students through Maine Fuel Board Rules, NFPA 31, the Uniform Plumbing Code, and practical test-taking strategies.
Training is designed for active technicians and tradespeople seeking concentrated review, targeted code instruction, and hands-on problem-solving examples relevant to licensing exams. Class formats combine lecture, code interpretation, and practice questions to build confidence and reduce test anxiety.
Harding's Plumbing School maintains a practical approach to adult learning, prioritizing concise explanations and code application over broad theory. The school caters to candidates aiming to pass Journeyman or Master exams on a compressed timeline while ensuring compliance with current regulations. Administrative details, schedules, and exact locations are provided with registration.
As a third-party training provider, Harding's Plumbing School presents transparent course descriptions and instructor credentials to help candidates choose the right prep option. Registration includes clear schedules, exact location addresses, and contact directions for each course session. Enrollment open to qualified applicants.
Location
Portland, OR
Portland-based trade training
Course Hours
13 & 18 hrs
Intensive, two-day formats
Lead Instructor
Brad Harding
Experienced industry instructor
Prep Focus
Journeyman & Master
Exam-focused curriculum
Select the oil technician or plumbing code course that matches the state exam and register for Harding's Plumbing School today.
Bring a Notebook
Taking detailed notes during the course helps you retain complex code requirements and reference them later.
Dress Comfortably
Wear casual, comfortable clothing suitable for both classroom and hands-on activities.
Prepare Questions in Advance
Having specific code questions ready will maximize your one-on-one time with instructors.
Arrive Early
Arriving 10-15 minutes before your session allows time for check-in and settling in before classes start.
Notebook & Pen
To take notes and jot down important code details during the course.
Comfortable Clothing
Ensures you stay comfortable throughout classroom sessions and practical components.
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated keeps you energized and focused during intensive learning.
Layered Jacket
Fall sessions can be chilly; layers help you adjust to both indoor and outdoor temperatures.
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