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| Course: GTC191 First Term: 2016 Spring
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Final Term: 2021 Summer
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| 1. Identify and describe key plumbing codes. (I)
2. Explain the administrative rules and procedures that govern plumbing systems. (II) 3. Identify permissible materials for plumbing systems. (III) 4. Identify and interpret general plumbing regulations. (IV) 5. Describe appropriate material installation standards. (V) 6. Perform procedures for the inspection and testing of all plumbing systems. (VI) 7. Explain the design considerations for a drainage system. (VII) 8. Explain the design considerations for a sewer system for private and public applications. (VIII) 9. Explain the design considerations for a venting system for single and multi-story buildings. (IX) 10. Explain the design considerations for a drainage/waste system. (X) 11. Identify and install plumbing traps and interceptors. (XI) 12. Describe proper applications of plumbing joints and connections. (XII) 13. Identify and properly install plumbing fixtures. (XIII) 14. Design and install a water distribution system. (XIV) 15. Design and install a natural and liquid propane gas system. (XV) 16. Describe the proper installation of water heaters. (XVI) | |||
| MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements. | |||
| MCCCD Official Course Outline | |||
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I. Plumbing codes
A. Uniform Plumbing Codes (UPC) B. International Association of Plumbing/Mechanical Officials (IADMO) C. International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) II. Administrative rules and procedures A. Permits B. Legality/liability C. Amendment and appeals procedures D. Inspections E. Definitions III. Permissible materials A. Minimum standards B. Iron pipe C. Copper tubing D. Lead E. Ferrules and bushings F. Closet rings G. Fittings 1. Clean out 2. Treaded 3. Back water valves and fittings H. Zinc alloy components IV. General instructions and regulations A. Connections and disposal of liquid wastes B. Sewer requirements C. Damaged systems D. Industrial wastes E. Plans required V. Installation standards A. Prohibited fittings and practices B. Independent systems C. Protection of piping, materials, and structures D. Hangers and supports E. Trenching, excavation and backfill VI. Inspection procedures A. Inspections 1. Scope 2. Advanced notice 3. Responsibility 4. Approval B. Testing requirements 1. Tests 2. Retesting 3. Corrections 4. Covering/uncovering C. Test types 1. Media 2. Water tests 3. Air tests 4. Building sewer tests 5. Water piping tests 6. Defective systems 7. Wavers and exceptions VII. Drainage system design A. Flow B. Components C. Classification D. Sizing E. Clean outs F. Multi-fixtures G. Building structural factors VIII. Private and public sewer system design A. Materials B. Fixture unit equivalents C. Pipe sizing D. Fixture connections E. Changes in direction F. Clean outs G. Horizontal grades H. Gravity drainage I. Suds relief IX. Design of venting systems A. Vents 1. Required 2. Not required B. Materials C. Vent sizing D. Vent grades and connections E. Vent terminations F. Stack and relief vents G. Single story building H. Multi-story building X. Drainage/waste system design A. Indirect waste conditions B. Approvals C. Indirect waster piping/receptors D. Pressure drainage connections E. Sterile equipment F. Appliances G. Cooling water/drinking fountains H. Steam and hot water drainage condensers and sumps I. Chemical wastes J. Vertical wet venting XI. Traps and interceptors A. Traps 1. Required 2. Protection 3. Description 4. Prohibited 5. Seals and floor drains 6. Grease B. Interceptors 1. Industrial 2. Slaughter houses/packing 3. Autowash rack 4. Commercial kitchens 5. Food waster disposal XII. Joints and connections A. Tight mess B. Joints 1. Types 2. Uses 3. Special 4. Prohibited C. Connections 1. Flanged 2. Increasers and reducers 3. Prohibited 4. Waster proofing XIII. Plumbing fixtures A. Maerials and alternates B. Overflows C. Strainers and connections D. Prohibited special fixtures E. Installation F. Urinals G. Floor drains and shower stalls H. Plumbing future fixtures I. Whirlpool bath tubs XIV. Water distribution systems A. Running water requirements B. Unlawful connections C. Cross-connection control D. Backflow prevention E. General/special requirements F. Materials 1. Values 2. Gravity supply tanks 3. Pressure regulator/relief valves G. Installation, inspection and testing H. Sizing of potable water piping I. Water conservation XV. Fuel gas piping A. Definitions B. Plans required C. Workmanship/inspections D. Authority to render/disconnect gas service E. Temporary use of gas F. Meter locations G. Materials/installation H. Liquid propane gas installation I. Interconnections J. Required gas supply/sizing K. Medium pressure systems XVI. Water heaters and vents A. Definitions and scope B. Permits and inspections C. Gas/oil fired D. Combustion air E. Clearances and prohibition locations F. Protection from drainage, access and working space G. Venting 1. Limitations 2. Connections and terminations 3. Location and support of venting systems 4. Length, pitch, clearance and area 5. Multiple appliances 6. Existing systems H. Draft hoods I. Chimneys 1. Existing 2. Connectors J. Mechanical draft systems K. Ventilating and exhaust hoods | |||
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 4/28/1998 | |||