Mar 28, 2024  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

EPC 3030 - Types of Pipe, Fitting & Valve



Clock Hours: 60

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Prerequisites: EPC 3020 - Plumbing Tools  

Course Description:
This course teaches the student the different types of pipes, fittings and valves it takes to plumb a residential home.

Student Learning Outcomes:
  • Identify and describe common types of pipe and tubing used in a residential plumbing installation.
  • Understand that certain pipe and tubing materials can be used only for specific systems.
  • Understand that some pipe and tubing materials can be used in all residential systems.
  • Relate pipe and tubing selection to plumbing codes.
  • Order pipe and tubing materials.
  • Identify and describe common types of fittings used in a residential plumbing installation.
  • Understand that certain fitting materials and designs can be used only for specific systems.
  • Understand that some fitting materials can be used in all residential systems.
  • Relate fitting design selection to plumbing codes.
  • Order fittings based on their installation requirements, size, and materials.
  • Identify and describe valves and devices used in a residential plumbing installation.
  • Understand that certain valves designs can be used only for specific systems.
  • Know the safety devices used in residential piping systems and their unique characteristics.
  • Relate installation of valves and devices to plumbing codes.