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.