Standard

 

PLB 126 – Plumbing Fixtures and Appliances I

Course Description

Introduces the identification, theory, application and installation of residential plumbing fixtures, trim and appliances. Topics include: types of fixtures and appliances, fixture controls, and installation procedures.

 

Competency Areas

Hours

 

Types of Fixtures and Appliances

Class

1

Fixture Controls

D. Lab

2

Installation Procedures

P. Lab/O.B.I.

(3)

 

Credit

2

Note to CPS: Please see highlighted item.


Prerequisite/Corequisite:

Provisional admission

 

Course Guide

 

Competency

After completing this section, the student will:

Hours

Class

D.Lab

P.Lab/

O.B.I.

TYPES OF FIXTURES AND APPLIANCES

2

4

(6)

 

Identify materials used in the manufacture of plumbing fixtures and controls.

 

 

 

 

Describe common types of sinks and lavatories.

 

 

 

 

Describe common types of bathtubs and showers.

 

 

 

 

Describe the common types of water closets.

 

 

 

 

Describe types of dishwashers and garbage disposals.

 

 

 

FIXTURE CONTROLS

3

4

(6)

 

Identify types of icemakers

 

 

 

 

Identify types of sink faucets.

 

 

 

 

Identify types of tub and shower valves.

 

 

 

 

Identify types of ballcocks.

 

 

 

 

Identify solenoid valves for: dishwashers, icemakers and washing machines.

 

 

 

 

Identify types of fixture waste controls including: pop-up assemblies, waste and overflow assemblies, and sink strainers.

 

 

 

INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

5

(10)

(15)

 

Describe the basic procedures for installing sinks and lavatories.

 

 

 

 

Describe the procedures for installing tubs and showers.

 

 

 

 

Describe the procedures for installing water closets, urinals and bidets.

 

 

 

 

Describe the basic procedures for installing drinking fountains and water coolers.

 

 

 

 

Describe the basic procedures for installing laundry trays, service sinks, and mop basins.

 

 

 

 

Describe the basic procedures for installing dishwashers and garbage disposals.

 

 

 

 

Describe the basic procedures for installing icemakers.

 

 

 

 

Describe installation, care, and safety requirements of plumbing fixtures.

 

 

 

 

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