Course Overview
Encompasses a study of principles and practices of plumbing systems with a strong emphasis on achieving an acceptable level of proficiency in understanding components, materials and design layout as applied to potable water systems. Examples for sizing components and piping will be reviewed.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.0
- Not offered this term
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have a basic, working understanding of:
- Design a potable water system.
- Describe applications, operations and construction of common plumbing fixtures and trim.
- Evaluate appropriate piping, materials and components for potable water systems.
- Select purification systems for potable water.
- Determine appropriate locations for valves and specialties.
- Select and size hot water heaters.
Effective as of Fall 2003
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