Plumbing (PLBG)
PLBG1000. Introduction to Plumbing. (3 Credits)
This course provides an introduction to the Plumbing construction trade. The knowledge and skills required to succeed in the Plumbing industry are emphasized. Topics include general safety rules and practices, introduction to construction and the pipe trades, and work ethics, communication, and affective skills and practices.
PLBG1005. Plumbing Fundamentals I. (4 Credits)
This course introduces the student to the basic elements of the plumbing trade. Topics include introduction to the trade, plumbing safety, tools of the trade, plumbing math, and plumbing drawings.
PLBG1015. Plumbing Fundamentals II. (4 Credits)
This course continues the introduction of basic plumbing concepts and practices. Topics include plastic pipe, copper tube, cast-iron and steel pipe and fittings, plumbing fixtures, DWV systems, and water distribution systems.
PLBG1025. Intermediate Plumbing I. (4 Credits)
This course introduces the student to a more in-depth discussion of the components, tools, and procedures of the plumbing trade. Topics include more in-depth plumbing math, reading commercial drawings, structural penetrations, installing and testing TWV systems, and roof, floor, and area drains.
PLBG1035. Intermediate Plumbing II. (4 Credits)
This course introduces the student to more advanced plumbing applications and techniques. Topics include water supply piping, valves, fixtures, water heaters, basic electrical principles, fuel gas, and fuel oil.
PLBG1045. Adv. Plumbing Concepts I. (4 Credits)
This course builds upon the basic and intermediate plumbing courses. Topics include applied math, sizing water supply piping, potable water treatment, backflow preventers, and types of venting.
PLBG1055. Adv. Plumbing Concepts II. (3 Credits)
This course builds upon all preceding plumbing courses, but adds in business practices. Topics include sizing DWV and storm systems, sewage and sump pumps, corrosive-resistant waste pipe, compressed air, water pressure, plumbing codes, business principles, and crew leader skills.
PLBG1065. Specialty Plumb Applications I. (4 Credits)
This course discusses specialty plumbing applications and systems. Topics include indirect and special waste, hydronic and solar heating systems, servicing piping systems, fixtures, and appliances, private water supply well systems, private waste disposal systems, swimming pools, hot tubs, and plumbing for mobile homes and travel trailers.
PLBG1068. Spec. Plumb. Applications II. (3 Credits)
This course discusses specialty plumbing applications and systems. Topics include private water supply well systems, private waste disposal systems, swimming pools and hot tubs, plumbing for mobile homes and travel trailers, and medical gas and vacuum systems.
PLBG1070. PhysScience&Mechan/PipeTrades. (3 Credits)
Explores the science of materials and the mechanics related to the pipe trades. Topics include: properties and characteristics of water, hydraulics and pneumatics; mechanics; metals, alloys, and synthetics; corrosion; and basic electrical theory.
PLBG1160. Plumbing Drawings. (3 Credits)
This course introduces the reading and interpretation of sets of building drawings. Topics include types of plans, scales, specifications, conventions, and schedules.
PLBG1210. Pipes, Valves, and Fittings. (3 Credits)
This course introduces the student to the materials, pipes, valves, fittings, and joining methods used in the plumbing trade. Topics include pipes, fittings, and valves, hangers and supports, and joining techniques.
PLBG1220. Drainage Systems. (3 Credits)
Provides an introduction to the treatment, design and materials used in plumbing, drainage systems. Applicable plumbing codes are also discussed. Topics include: public and private sewage systems and treatment; materials, fittings, and valves; traps, venting, and grade; ejector and sump pumps; design, sizing, and installation of drainage systems.
PLBG1240. Water Supply Systems. (3 Credits)
Provides an introduction to the sources, treatment, design, and materials used in residential cold and hot water distribution systems. Applicable plumbing codes are also discussed. Topics include: public and private water systems; materials and fittings; valves; water treatment; water mains and services; hot water supply; design and installation of water supply systems.
PLBG1260. Plumbing Fixtures and Applianc. (3 Credits)
This course introduces the identification, theory, application and installation of residential plumbing fixtures, trim and appliances.
PLBG1280. Gas Piping, Venting&Appliance. (3 Credits)
This course provides instruction in the materials and design of building gas supply systems and the installation of gas appliances. Emphasis is placed in conformance with applicable gas codes. Topics include types of gas, safety, materials and fittings, valves, design and size gas systems, gas appliances and controls, and gas venting.
PLBG1310. Special Plumbing Systems. (3 Credits)
This course provides information and instruction in the design, use of materials, and purpose of special plumbing systems. Applicable plumbing codes are also discussed. Topics include special water systems, special drain systems, and boiler and sprinkler systems.
PLBG1320. Plumbing Service. (3 Credits)
Provides instruction in the repair and maintenance of plumbing fixtures, appliances, and systems. There is an emphasis on analysis, problem solving, and planning in performing service work. Bidding, invoicing, and working with the customer are also included. Requirements include 20 hours of demonstration lab. Topics include: plumbing fixtures and controls, appliances, servicing water systems, servicing gas systems, planning service work, bidding and invoicing, and customer relations.
PLBG1330. Plumbing Codes. (3 Credits)
This course provides an introduction to the plumbing codes for local, national, and international applications. Topics include the history, purpose, and construction of codes, model and international codes, local codes and amendments, and code applications.
PLBG1340. Pipefitting Tools & Techniques. (3 Credits)
This course provides introduction in the safe and proper care and use of Pipefitting Specialty Tools and Techniques used in the Pipefitting Trade. Topics include Pipefitting Hand Tools, Pipefitting Power Tools, Motorized Equipment, Rigging Equipment and Practices, Steam Traps, Hangers, and Supports.
PLBG1350. Oxy Fuel Techniques Pipefitter. (3 Credits)
Introduces fundamental principles, safety practices, equipment, and techniques necessary for metal heating and oxyfuel cutting for pipefitting purposes. Topics include metal heating and cutting principles, safety procedures, use of cutting torches and apparatus, metal heating techniques, metal cutting techniques to include straight line cutting, square shape cutting, piercing and slot cutting, bevels and washing.
PLBG1360. Threaded Pipe Fabricationa. (3 Credits)
Describes the materials used in threaded piping systems. Explains how to determine pipe lengths between threaded pipe fittings, prepare the pipe and fitting for git-up and assemble the piping systems. Explains the set up die adjustment, and die replacement for hand threaders, hand held threaders, and large power threaders.
PLBG1370. Pipe Fabrication I. (3 Credits)
Explains pipe installation procedures (fit-up) and guidelines, including the procedures for cast iron, ductile iron, concrete, carbon steel, fiberglass and thermoplastic. Also explains how to secure the work area and determine field run specifications, load weights for erection equipment, and support needs. Above Ground pipe installation identifies various types of pipes, flanges, gaskets, and bolts.
PLBG1380. Pipe Fabrication II. (3 Credits)
Describes the various specialty devices that are used in pipelines, including bleed rings, ball and expansion joints, measuring devices for temperature, level, flow rate, and pressure; steam traps; drip legs; and desuperheaters. The purpose and function of each type is explained. Also discusses how to lay out and fabricate mitered bends, laterals, wyes, and ninety-degree intersections using tables of ordinates or a calculator.
PLBG1400. Steel Pipe Assembly. (3 Credits)
Describe the materials used in socket weld piping systems. Explains how to determine pipe lengths between socket weld fittings prepare the pipe and fittings for fir-up, and fabricate socket weld fittings. Describes the materials used in butt weld piping systems. Describes how to select and install backing rings, fabricate channel iron welding jigs, and use and care for welding clamps.
PLBG1500. BackflowPrevent&Cross-Con Ctrl. (3 Credits)
This course provides guidelines for acceptable practice for testing, inspection, and repair of backflow prevention assemblies used in cross-connection control installations.