Construction, Design & Manufacturing

COLLEGE CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:

26 PLUMBING LAYOUT AND ESTIMATING I (3)

Lecture: 3 hours

Instruction is given in symbols and abbreviations, pipe fittings and pipe measurement, orthographic, isometric and freehand drawing, blueprint reading and fundamentals of piping layout.

27 PLUMBING LAYOUT AND ESTIMATING II (3)

Lecture: 3 hours

This course emphasizes on layout procedures for one- and two-story residential, commercial and industrial units. Topics such as estimating procedures for each of these unit, such as pricing methods and bidding practices are covered.

28 PLUMBING CODE I (3) RPT 1

Lecture: 3 hours

Instruction is given in plumbing codes and ordinances that affect rough-in work, in city and county areas. Installation of wastes, vents, cleanouts, traps, gas fittings and gas vents, and water pipe requirements are reviewed.

29 PLUMBING CODE II (3) RPT 1

Lecture: 3 hours

Instruction in the uniform plumbing code that involves the current regulations of water and gas systems, fixture installation, water heaters, building sewers, joints/connections and introduction to appendix "A" and reference standards..

31 BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES (3)

Lecture: 1.5 hours; Lab: 4.5 hours

Fundamentals of cross-connection controls including state and municipal codes, rules and regulations are reviewed in this course. Emphasis is given to laboratory work in operating, testing and maintaining vacuum breakers, double check valves and reduced pressure devices.

33 PLUMBING CODE III (3)

Recommended Preparation: Plumbing 28 and 29 with a grade of "C" or better.

Lab: 3 hours

This course presents in-depth coverage of plumbing standards, including acceptable installation practices and acceptable materials. All standards are based on the current IAPMO uniform plumbing code.

111 INTRODUCTION TO PLUMBING (3)

Lecture: 1 hour; Lab: 6 hours

This is a study of survey of the history of the industry, occupational information, job ethics and career information. Occupational hazards, health and safety practices are reviewed.

112 FUNDAMENTALS OF PLUMBING (3)

Lecture: 3 hours

This course studies fundamentals of plumbing, mathematics and elementary drawings for beginners. Instruction is given in the principles and design of water supply and distribution.

113 BASIC PLUMBING PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES (6)

Lecture: 3.5 hours; Lab: 7.5 hours

Fundamentals of plumbing are explored in this course. Topics include pipe sizes and calculations, flow in pipe, friction, design, application and general specification of pipes and fittings

121 WORKING DRAWINGS AND LAYOUT I (3)

Recommended Preparation: Plumbing 111, 112 and 113 with a grade of "C" or better.

Lecture: 3 hours

Instruction is provided in applied drafting as related to the plumbing industry. The proper methods and procedures of plan interpretation and application with emphasis on plumbing specifications are reviewed.

122 PLUMBING MATHEMATICS AND PROCEDURES (3)

Recommended Preparation: Plumbing 111, 112 and 113 with a grade of "C" or better.

Lecture: 3 hours

This course studies mathematics as applied to the plumbing industry with emphasis on formulas peculiar to the industry.

123 PLUMBING PRACTICES AND INSTALLATION (6)

Recommended Preparation: Plumbing 111, 112 and 113 with a grade of "C" or better.

Lecture: 1.5 hours; Lab: 13.5 hours

The study and practice of the proper methods and procedures used in installing plumbing fixtures and accessories are explored in this course. Installing, fabricating, and testing fixtures applicable to residential and commercial plumbing are covered.

131 WORKING DRAWINGS II (3)