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Examine and demonstrate the responsibilities of a repair plumber.
Assessment Strategies
in the plumbing lab.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice identifies the responsibilities of a repair plumber.
apprentice determines if the repair work requires a licensed plumber.
apprentice determines when a fixture or system must be brought up to code.
apprentice details customer property protection and clean up tasks.
apprentice demonstrates proper protection and clean up tasks.
apprentice applies effective communication skills with customers.
apprentice determines industry standards for neatness and appearance.
apprentice displays industry standards for neatness and appearance.
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Characterize types of construction
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
Criteria
apprentice identifies the type of floor
apprentice identifies the type of ceiling
apprentice identifies the type of wall
apprentice determines the impact on the plumbing repair situation
apprentice describes how a plumbing installation is impacted by different types of construction
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Practice service safety
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
Criteria
apprentice interprets information on the MSDS sheet
apprentice applies lockout-tagout procedures to both electrical and plumbing
apprentice lists safety precautions when working with confined entry
apprentice identifies safety precautions when working with gas
apprentice chooses appropriate personal protective equipment
apprentice determines health safety precautions (i.e. asbestos, lead paint, glue, and primer fumes)
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Follow electrical safety procedures
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
Criteria
apprentice determines if the problem is a plumbing or electrical problem
apprentice uses lockout/tagout procedures
apprentice uses safety precautions when working around water
apprentice applies grounding techniques
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Use electrical test meters
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
Criteria
apprentice uses a multimeter, ohmmeter, amp meter, and voltage meter
apprentice determines if the voltage is correct
apprentice determines if the amp draw on the wiring is correct
apprentice interprets wiring diagrams and specs
apprentice determines if the switches are normally open or closed
apprentice chooses the right range for the multimeter
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Service gas and electric water heaters.
Assessment Strategies
in the plumbing lab.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice determines the type of water heater.
apprentice determines the nature of the problem.
apprentice determines the cause of the problem.
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem.
apprentice chooses a solution for the problem (repair or replace).
apprentice services problem in a professional, timely, and cost effective manner.
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Service clogged drains
Assessment Strategies
in the lab.
under the supervision of your instructor.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice summarizes the dangers of working on clogged drains.
apprentice determines the location of the blockage.
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem.
apprentice determines the cause of the blockage by using a drain camera.
apprentice suggests ways to remove the blockage using water, plunger, trap-and-drain auger, closet auger, or opening the trap.
apprentice selects the proper personal protective equipment/gear.
apprentice uses the proper personal protective equipment/gear during drain cleaning procedure.
apprentice demonstrates the proper procedures to protect the customer's property before, during, and after the drain cleaning process.
apprentice demonstrates proper set-up proceedures of drain cleaning equipment.
apprentice removes the blockage through the use of the proper tool in a professional, timely, and cost effective manner.
apprentice demonstrates proper clean-up/maintenance proceedures of the equipment.
apprentice summarizes the techniques and equipment for unclogging drains.
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Service food waste grinders
Assessment Strategies
in the lab.
under the supervision of your instructor.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice lists the appropriate safety precautions for working with food waste grinders.
apprentice identifies improper electrical wiring connection and recommends electrician to service issue prior to working on food waste grinder.
apprentice determines the nature of the problem
apprentice determines the cause of the problem
apprentice suggests a way (or ways) to service the problem
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem
apprentice identifies code compliant drain/water connections to food waste grinders.
apprentice determines the impact of dishwasher connections on food waste grinders
apprentice verifies code compliant drain connections of dishwasher to food waste grinders.
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Service water supply treatment equipment
Assessment Strategies
in the plumbing lab.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice details the proper procedure for taking a water sample.
apprentice can perform the proper procedure for taking a water sample.
apprentice determines the cause of the problem.
apprentice determines the nature of the problem.
apprentice suggests a way to service the problem.
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem.
apprentice services problem in a professional, timely, and cost effective manner.
apprentice determines when referrals are necessary for filters, neutralizers, reverse osmosis, and other devices.
apprentice determines the type of water treatment equipment "Point of Use" (POU) or "Point of Entry" (POE).
apprentice describes the working of a water softener.
apprentice services a water softener.
apprentice services a whole house water filter.
apprentice services a "Reverse Osmosis" (RO) unit.
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Service water closets, bidets, and urinals.
Assessment Strategies
in the plumbing lab.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice determines the type of water closet, bidet, or urinal.
apprentice determines the nature of the problem.
apprentice determines the cause of the problem.
apprentice suggests a way to service the problem.
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem.
apprentice services problem in a professional, timely, and cost effective manner.
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Service flush valves
Assessment Strategies
in the plumbing lab.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice services problem in a timely and cost effective manner
apprentice can list the parts of a flush valve
apprentice determines the type of flush valve
apprentice can detail how each part of the flush valve works
apprentice determines the nature of the problem
apprentice determines the cause of the problem
apprentice suggests a way to service the problem
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem
valve flushes
valve has no wrench marks
apprentice services problem in a professional, timely, and cost effective manner
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Solve cold weather plumbing problems
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
Criteria
apprentice determines cause of problem
apprentice suggests emergency repair for burst pipes
apprentice suggests chemicals to use for cold weather plumbing problems
apprentice suggests strategies to prevent cold weather plumbing problems
apprentice suggests strategies for replacing wall hydrants
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Service water supply systems
Assessment Strategies
in the plumbing lab.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice determines the type of water source.
apprentice determines the nature of the problem.
apprentice determines the cause of the problem.
apprentice suggests a way to service the problem.
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem.
apprentice services water treatment equipment.
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Service pumps
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
Criteria
apprentice determines the type of pump
apprentice determines the nature of the problem (i.e. couplers, seals, bearings, impeller)
apprentice determines the cause of the problem
apprentice suggests a way to service the problem (repair or replace)
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem
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Perform single- handle faucet repair
Assessment Strategies
in the plumbing lab.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice determines the type of faucet
apprentice repairs different makes of single - handle faucets
apprentice determines the faucet manufacturer
apprentice the nature of the problem
apprentice determines the cause of the faucet problem
apprentice suggests a way to service the problem
apprentice determines the correct parts needed for repairing the faucet
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem
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Perform two-handle faucet repair
Assessment Strategies
in the plumbing lab.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice determines the type of faucet
apprentice repairs different makes of two - handle faucets
apprentice determines the faucet manufacturer
apprentice determines the nature of the problem
apprentice determines the cause of the faucet problem
apprentice suggests a way to service the problem
apprentice determines the correct parts needed for repairing the faucet
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem
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Perform mixing valve faucet repair (thermostatic and pressure balance)
Assessment Strategies
in the plumbing lab.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice determines the type of faucet
apprentice determines the faucet manufacturer
apprentice determines the nature of the problem
apprentice determines the cause of the faucet problem
apprentice repairs various types of mixing valves
apprentice suggests a way to service the problem
apprentice determines the correct parts needed for repairing the faucet
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem
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Troubleshoot thermostatic valves
Assessment Strategies
in the plumbing lab.
using the tools provided by the instructor.
through efficiently completing a service work order.
through a written exam.
Criteria
apprentice determines the type of thermostatic valve
apprentice determines the valve manufacturer
apprentice determines the nature of the problem
apprentice determines the cause of the problem
apprentice suggests a way to service the problem
apprentice details the steps for troubleshooting the problem
apprentice repairs different makes of thermostatic mixing valves
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Examine specialized repair techniques
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
Criteria
apprentice identifies repair couplings
apprentice identifies dresser fittings
apprentice chooses the appropriate fitting for the plumbing problem
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Service private onsite wastewater treatment systems (POWTS)
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
Criteria
you follow proper equipment servicing procedures
you adhere to safety rules and regulations
you adhere to State plumbing codes
you use tools and equipment properly