BCTI 151 - Introduction to Plumbing Part 2

1. Discuss sizing, labeling, and applications of copper pipe and fittings and review the types of valves that can be used on copper pipe systems. Explain proper methods for cutting, joining, and installing copper pipe. Examine insulation, pressure testing, seismic codes, and handling and storage requirements.
2. Examine hub-and-spigot and no-hub cast-iron pipe and fittings and their applications in DWV systems. Discuss material properties, storage and handling requirements, and fittings and valves. Demonstrate joining methods, installation, and testing.
3. Discuss threading, labeling, and sizing of steel pipe and compare the differences between domestic and imported pipe. Demonstrate the proper techniques for measuring, cutting, threading, joining, and hanging steel pipe. Examine corrugated stainless steel tubing.
4. Discuss the proper applications of code-approved fixtures in plumbing installations. Examine the different types of fixtures and the materials used in them. Investigate storage, handling, and code requirements.
5. Describe how DWV systems remove waste safely and effectively. Discuss how system components, such as pipe, drains, traps, and vents work. Explain drain and vent sizing, grade, and waste treatment. Discuss how building sewers and sewer drains connect the DWV system to the public sewer system.
6. Identify the major components of water distribution systems and describe their functions. Describe water sources and treatment methods and examine supply and distribution for the different types of systems installed on jobs.
7. Attain readiness to take the second half of NCCER Plumbing Level I certification exams.

• Copper Pipe and Fittings
• Cast-Iron Pipe and Fittings
• Carbon Steel Pipe and Fittings
• Introduction to Plumbing Fixtures
• Introduction to Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) Systems
• Introduction to Water Distribution Systems

 
GRADING POLICY
Students must score 70 percent or higher on all module examinations to receive recognition from NCCER. Students must also complete each performance task to the satisfaction of the instructor to receive recognition from NCCER. If either of the above requirements are not met the student will forfeit NCCER certification and will receive a one letter grade reduction for the class.
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