CST3248 PLUMBING CODES, GAS PIPING & SIZING

CST 3248 PLUMBING CODES, GAS PIPING & SIZING

4 Credit Hours

This course is open to students on the college level in either the freshman or sophomore year and to area high school vocational students.

Student Level:

Catalog Description:

CST 3248 - PLUMBING CODES, GAS PIPING AND SIZING (4 hrs.)

Students will study International Code Council (ICC) plumbing codes and standards along with natural gas sizing and codes. The student will receive instruction in the plumbing and HVAC profession and prepare for the ICC 560 Kansas Standard Journeyman Plumber with Gas exam as well as the NCCER Plumbing Levels 1-3 verification tests.

Course Classification:

3 Cr. Hrs. Lecture/1 Cr. Hr. Lab

Prerequisites:

CST 3245 Principles of Plumbing and HVAC

Controlling Purpose:

This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge regarding plumbing and natural gas codes and compliance, as well as prep for the ICC Journeyman license exam and NCCER Plumbing Level 1-3 exams.

Learner Outcomes:

Knowledge and terminology from current International Plumbing Code (IPC), including changes from past IPC volumes.
Apply IPC for code compliance on the job.
Demonstrate problem solving and basic proficiency in sizing gas systems.
Apply knowledge to obtain NCCER certifications.

Unit Outcomes for Criterion Based Evaluation:

The following outline defines the minimum core content not including the final examination period. Instructors may add other material as time allows.

UNIT 1: INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODES (IPC) AND COMPLIANCE

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to sit for the ICC Plumbing license exam. Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

Discuss the scope and administration of plumbing.
Recall general and specialized plumbing definitions.
Discuss general plumbing regulations.
Recall the different plumbing fixtures, faucets and fixture fittings.
Explain the function and repair of water heaters.
Recite the principles of water supply and distribution.
Explain the principles of sanitary drainage.
Recall the principles of Indirect/Special waste.
Explain the function and repair of vents, traps, interceptors and separators.
Describe the principles of storm drainage.
Recall the function and repair of special piping and storage systems.
Compare and contrast potable and non-potable water systems.
Explain the function of subsurface landscape irrigation systems.
Describe how to utilize plumbing referenced standards.
Explain the use of the plumbing permit fee schedule.
Recall how to evaluate the rates of rainfall for various cities.
Evaluate structural safety and how it applies to plumbing.
Explain the importance of degree, day and design temperatures
Outline principles for the sizing of water piping systems.

UNIT 2: NCCER Plumbing Level 1

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the student will have fulfilled requirements for proficiency in NCCER Plumbing Level 1. Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

Explain the plumbing profession, to include apprenticeship, journeyman and other positions.
Defend the principles of plumbing safety.
Discuss the tools of the plumbing trade.
Compute basic plumbing math problems.
Recall how to read plumbing drawings.
Recall the function and repair of plastic pipe and fittings.
Recall the function and repair of copper tube and fittings.
Recall the function and repair of cast iron pipe and fittings.
Recall the function and repair of steel pipe and fittings.
Explain the principles of plumbing fixtures.
Outline principles for drain, waste, and vent (DWV) systems.
Evaluate the principles and functions of water distribution systems.

UNIT 3: NCCER Plumbing Level 2

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the student will have fulfilled requirements for proficiency in NCCER Plumbing Level 2. Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

Compute advanced plumbing math problems.
Recall how to read commercial drawings.
Explain the principles of structural penetrations, insulation, and fire-stopping.
Install and test drain, waste, and vent (DWV) piping.
Install roof, floor, and area drains.
Install and test water supply piping.
Describe the different types of valves.
Install fixtures and valves.
Install and test water heaters.
Recall the principles of basic electricity as it applies to plumbing.
Discuss the principles of fuel gas and fuel oil systems.

UNIT 4: NCCER Plumbing Level 3

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the student will have fulfilled requirements for proficiency in NCCER Plumbing Level 3. Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate the principles of applied mathematics.
Discuss the principles of sizing and protecting the water supply system.
Explain the principles of potable water supply treatment.
Compare and contrast the types of venting.
Select the appropriate sizing of DWV and storm systems.
Summarize the operation of sewage pumps and sump pumps.
Explain the importance of corrosive-resistant waste piping.
Demonstrate the use of compressed air for plumbing.
Evaluate service plumbing systems.

UNIT 5: NCCER Plumbing Level 4 (Optional)

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will have fulfilled requirements for NCCER Plumbing Level 4. Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

Explain basic business principles for plumbers.
Describe the fundamentals of crew leadership.
Explain the principles of water pressure booster and recirculation systems.
Describe the management of indirect and special waste.
Demonstrate the principles of hydronic and solar heating systems.
Recall plumbing codes and their use in the profession.
Describe the management of private water supply well systems.
Describe the management of private waste-disposal systems.
Describe the fundamentals of swimming pools and hot tubs.
Summarize the operation of plumbing for mobile homes and travel trailer parks.
Recall the basic principles of medical gas and vacuum systems.

Projects Required:

as assigned.

Textbook:

Sources:

Attendance Policy:

Students should adhere to the attendance policy outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.

Grading Policy:

The grading policy will be outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.

Maximum class size:

Based on classroom occupancy.

Course Time Frame:

The U.S. Department of Education, Higher Learning Commission and the Kansas Board of Regents define credit hour and have specific regulations that the college must follow when developing, teaching and assessing the educational aspects of the college. A credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally-established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out- of-class student work for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester hour of credit or an equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time. The number of semester hours of credit allowed for each distance education or blended hybrid courses shall be assigned by the college based on the amount of time needed to achieve the same course outcomes in a purely face-to-face format.

Refer to the following policies:

402.00 Academic Code of Conduct

263.00 Student Appeal of Course Grades

403.00 Student Code of Conduct

Disability Services Program:

Cowley College, in recognition of state and federal laws, will accommodate a student with a documented disability. If a student has a disability which may impact work in this class which requires accommodations, contact the Disability Services Coordinator.