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2022 - 2023 Cowley College Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CST3245 PRINCIPLES OF PLUMBING AND HVAC COURSE PROCEDURE

CST 3245 PRINCIPLES OF PLUMBING & HVAC 

3 Credit Hours

Student Level:  

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

Catalog Description: 

CST3245 - Principles of Plumbing and HVAC (3 hrs.) 

Students will be introduced to the basics of plumbing and HVAC. The student will receive instruction in the plumbing and HVAC profession, safety, tools, mathematics used, how to read prints and drawings, how to work with the different types of pipe and fittings, fixtures, drain, waste handling, venting, water distribution, basic maintenance, servicing, installation, types of systems found in the Plumbing and HVAC and any other hands on activity.

Course Classification: 

Lecture

Prerequisites: 

None

Controlling Purpose: 

This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge regarding fundamentals of industrial related construction techniques, tools used, terminology, materials, and construction practices.

Learner Outcomes: 

  • Knowledge of terminology and it meaning as related to Construction Industry, Plumbing and HVAC.  

  • Be able apply basic OSHA guidelines for compliance. 

  • Solve basic problems, apply basic technical knowledge, exhibit teamwork, preform basic mathematics, and apply critical thinking.  

  • Apply safety principles in a work environment to minimize hazards and prevent losses to productivity. 

  • Demonstrate basic proficiency in reading and understanding technical documents and blueprints.

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: Introduction to Plumbing and HVAC

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to describe different plumbing and HVAC system used.

  • Describe the history of plumbing. 

  • Define and use plumbing related terminology. 

  • List and explain personal skills and job skills needed in this field. 

  • Define and describe HVAC. 

  • Define and utilize relevant HVAC terminology. 

  • Describe employee and employers’ responsibilities in this field to promote safety and good work ethics. 

  • Explain the basic components of heating and air systems. 

  • Explain how components of HVAC are used to meet society needs. 

  • Identify a variety of jobs and training opportunities found in work force. 

  • Explain the responsibility of companies and the ethical care to customers. 

  • Identify and describe the characteristics of professionalism.

UNIT 2: Safety and Mathematics

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to explain and utilize the PPE and mathematics used in the industry.  

  • Demonstrate knowledge of safety factors used in the industry.  

  • Recognize different safety violations. 

  • Define what can cause accidents. 

  • Describe consequences and repercussions from poor safety practices. 

  • Demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment, hand tools, and power tools. 

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of critical safety information, including; signs, signals, lockouts, tag outs, and emergency response. 

  • Demonstrate proper handling of materials. 

  • Demonstrate safety procedures for both ground and elevated work areas. 

  • Describe and demonstrate the ability to perform the mathematical calculations required for these trades, including; material estimates, cost estimates, and square footage.  

  • Demonstrate how to solve HVAC/R trade-related problems of measurement, area, volume, weight, angles, pressures, vacuum, and temperatures.  

  • Identify and explain scientific notation, powers, roots and basic algebra and geometry.

UNIT 3: Tools Used in the Trade and Print Reading

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to describe and utilize the tools used and read a print.

  • Identify basic tools used in plumbing and demonstrate how they are used safely.  

  • Describe each tool used in the industry, and how they are used. 

  • Identify selected electrical, mechanical, and plumbing symbols used on plans. 

  • Relate information on blueprints to actual locations on the print.  

  • Interpret and use drawing dimensions, elevations, schedules, sections, and details contained in basic construction plans. 

  • Describe how to use the diagram or print to layout the intended plumbing plan. 

  • Identify and use different scales used by architects.

UNIT 4: Pipes and Fittings

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to discuss and identify the correct pipe and fitting need for various situations. 

  • Identify and explain the different types of pipe used in plumbing and when they are used. 

  • Identify and explain the different types of fittings used in plumbing and when they are used. 

  • Exhibit a basic knowledge of pipe fitting. 

  • Demonstrate the ability to pressure test piping. 

  • Demonstrate the ability to thread pipe.  

  • Demonstrate the ability to properly label. 

  • Exhibit a knowledge of seismic codes. 

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of handling and storage of piping, fitting and any other materials associated.

UNIT 5: Plumbing Fixtures

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to describe and install various plumbing fixtures.

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of codes associated with fixtures and installation. 

  • Demonstrate the knowledge of different types of fixtures and materials used with them. 

  • Demonstrate an understanding of handling, storage and codes associated with fixtures.

UNIT 6: Drain, Waste and Venting

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to install drains and vent them correctly.

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of system components. 

  • Explain how a DWV system works. 

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of how each component in the system works. 

  • Define and explain drain, vent size, and grade effect on a DWV system. 

  • Demonstrate the knowledge of sewers and how sewer drains connect to a public system.

UNIT 7: Water Distribution

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to discuss and explain water and its distribution.

  • Define the proper terminology used in water distribution 

  • Identify and explain the major components of a water distribution system.  

  • Explain water sources and water treatment methods. 

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of water supply and distribution for different types of systems.

UNIT 8: Introduction to Heating

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to describe the fundamentals of heating systems and their installation.

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of basic fundamentals of heating systems. 

  • Demonstrate the knowledge of a combustion process.  

  • Describe and identify different types and designs of gas furnaces and their components. 

  • Identify basic servicing maintenance needs.  

  • Describe basic procedures for installation.

UNIT 10: Introduction to Cooling

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to describe the fundamentals of Cooling systems and their installation.

  • Explain the fundamental operation concepts of cooling systems. 

  • Demonstrate the knowledge of concepts of the refrigerants cycle. 

  • Describe and explain both primary and secondary components found in typical HVAC/R systems. 

  • Identify and explain the common refrigerants used. 

  • Explain the principles of heat transfer and the essential pressure temperature relationships of refrigerants.  

  • Describe the basic control concepts for a simple system.

Projects Required: 

as assigned.

Textbook: 

Contact Bookstore for current textbook. 

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.   

DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOR THE OFFICIAL COURSE PROCEDURE CONTACT ACADEMIC AFFAIRS.