50-427-760Plumbing Applications
Course Information
Description
Examines a variety of real-life applications used in the plumbing trades and typically covered in paid related instruction. The units address the how's and whys behind joints and connections, rigging and signaling, hydraulics and pneumatics, plumbing and the environment, gas pipe applications, and applied electricity for plumbers.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
  1. Explore pipes and fittings
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    underground piping explored considers soil conditions, location, usage, and atmospheric temperatures
    aboveground piping explored considers usages and fire rating
    fitting explored is compatible with pipe being used
    learner determines if pipe and fittings meet code book and American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) standards
    exploration considers longevity of pipe and fittings

  2. Select method for joining pipe
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    method selected considers pipe material being used
    method selected considers intended use or application of pipe
    method selected is most cost effective
    method selected meets code book and American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) standards
    method selected is least labor intensive
    method selected ensures longevity of use

  3. Select hangers, supports and anchors
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    selected hangers and supports are compatible with intended use or application of the pipe and support requirements, specifically spacing
    selected hangers and support materials are compatible with pipe being used
    selected hangers and support design are compatible with the weight of pipe or equipment
    selected hangers and supports are most cost effective
    selected hangers and supports meet code book and American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) standards
    selected hangers and supports are least labor intensive
    selected hangers and supports ensure longevity of use

  4. Use rigging techniques
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    selected equipment meets or exceeds load capacity of material being lifted to avoid damage
    selection of lifting material (between load and equipment) meets or exceeds weight of load
    lift is rigged to prevent sliding, shifting, and twisting
    lift is rigged considering desired placement outcome
    learner test lifts object several feet from foundation to ensure balance
    learner positions himself/herself and others away from suspended load
    learner uses standard hand signals established by operator
    learner reviews hand signal commands with operator prior to beginning rigging process

  5. Apply hydraulic and pneumatic principles to pumps
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    learner investigates well, sewage, sump, and circulation pumps
    learner calculates pump size
    learner calculates volume of water being pumped

  6. Assess wells
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    learner identifies drinking water quality standards
    learner identifies potential hazardous conditions
    learner recognizes limits of authority and identifies agencies to contact if necessary

  7. Determine treatment of drinking water based on assessment
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    learner recognizes common water problems
    learner selects device that best controls or treats water problem

  8. Assess private onsite wastewater treatment systems
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    learner identifies limiting factors of POWTS (Private On-site Wastewater Treatment Systems)
    assessment considers maintenance requirements and longevity

  9. Explore devices or methods used to eliminate cross-connection hazards
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    learner identifies potential cross-connection hazards
    learner identifies the advantages and disadvantages of various cross connection control devices and methods
    learner identifies cost, maintenance, and inspection of devices and methods
    learner identifies code requirements

  10. Select size/type of piping for various applications
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    selected size/type pipe accommodates the required BTU of appliance
    selection is compatible with gas source
    selection withstands gas pressure
    learner contacts local gas municipality to determine codes and regulations
    selection meets gas codes
    selection is most cost effective
    selection ensures longevity of use

  11. Pipe typical gas-fired equipment and regulator venting
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    learner selects materials to best match outcome
    learner cuts materials to desired length
    piping installation is gas tight

  12. Determine electrical equipment connection requirements
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    learner recognizes wiring requirements
    learner uses safety precautions

  13. Use testing equipment
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    learner selects equipment (ohmmeters, amprobes, or voltage meter) based on intended purpose
    learner uses test equipment to measure four basic electrical qualities (power, current, voltage, resistance)