Residential construction academy : plumbing / Michael Joyce.
By: Joyce, Michael A [author]
Publisher: Clifton Park, NY : Thomson Delmar Learning, c2005Description: xxv, 545 pages: color illustrations ; 29 cmContent type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 1401848915; 9781401848910Other title: PlumbingSubject(s): Plumbing | House constructionDDC classification: 696.1 LOC classification: TH6123 | .J69 2005Online resources: Table of contents | Contributor biographical information | Publisher description| Item type | Current location | Home library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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Includes index.
Section One: Tools and Materials
Chapter 1 Hand Tools
Plumber?s Toolbox
Personal Protection Equipment
Review Questions
Chapter 2 Power Tools
General Safety Rules
Drills
Drill Bits
Reciprocating Saw
Circular Saw
Saber Saw
Portable Band Saw
Grinders
Powder Actuator Tools
Air Compressors
Jackhammers
Review Questions
Chapter 3 Pipe
Pipe Diameters
PVC Pipe
CPVC Pipe
ABS Pipe
Polyethylene Tubing
PEX Tubing
Copper Tube
Cast Iron Pipe
Steel Pipe
Perforated Pipe
Corrugated Stainless Steel Tube
Review Questions
Chapter 4 Fittings
Degree of Fittings
Water Distribution
Drainage and Venting
Threaded
Review Questions
Chapter 5 Valves and Devices
Ball Valves
Gate Valves
Stops
Stop and Waste Valve
Gas Cock
Boiler Drains
Hose Bibbs
Pressure Reducing Valve
Relief Valves
Check Valves
Vacuum Breakers
Atmospheric Relief Valve
Reduced Pressure Zone Valves
Review Questions
Section Two Fixtures and Equipment
Chapter 6 Fixtures
Toilets
Lavatory Sinks
Bathtubs
Showers
Kitchen Sinks
Laundry Sinks
Bidets
Review Questions
Chapter 7 Faucets and Drain Assemblies
Lavatory faucets
Bathtub faucets
Shower faucets
Kitchen sink faucets
Laundry sink faucets
Bidet faucets
Lavatory drain assemblies
Bathtub drain assemblies
Shower drains
Kitchen sink basket strainers
Laundry sink basket strainers
Bidet drain assemblies
Review Questions
Chapter 8 Equipment
Garbage Disposal
Dishwasher
Washing Machine
Gas Water Heater
Electric Water Heater
Expansion Tank
Review Questions
Section Three Layout and Installation
Chapter 9 Blueprint Reading and Drafting
Symbols
Abbreviations
Architectural Blueprints
Isometric Drawings
Riser Diagrams
Review Questions
Chapter 10 Layout and Material Organization
Organizing Material
Handling Material
Manufacturer Rough-in Sheets
Underground Layout Considerations
Aboveground Layout Considerations
Review Questions
Chapter 11Water Service Installation
Public Water Supply
Private Water Supply
Water Meter Connection
Well Connection
Burial Requirements
Termination in Building
Review Questions
Chapter 12 Water Distribution Installation
Layout and Sizing
Drilling and Notching
Hangers and Support
Pipe Protection
Soldering Copper Pipe
Brazing Copper Pipe
Manifold Systems
Fixture Termination
Testing
Review Questions
Chapter 13 Drainage Waste and Vent Segments
Drains, Vents and Sewer Segmentation
Typical Drain and Vent Types
Septic Systems
Review Questions
Chapter 14 Drainage Waste and Vent Installation
Layout Considerations
Drilling and Notching
Hangers and Support
Pipe Protection
Connecting Dissimilar Piping
Testing DWV Systems
Review Questions
Chapter 15 Fixture and Equipment Installation
Escutcheons and Stops
Toilets
Lavatories
Kitchen Sinks
Dishwashers
Laundry Sink
Bidet
Water Heaters
Electric Water Heaters
Gas Water Heaters
Review Questions
Section Four Troubleshooting
Chapter 16 Plumbing Repairs and Troubleshooting
Electric Water Heaters
Gas Water Heaters
Water heater troubleshooting charts
Well pumps
Well pumps troubleshooting charts
Toilets
Lavatory
Kitchen Sinks
Bathtubs
Showers
Review Questions
Chapter 17 Hydronic Heating Systems
TO BE DETERMINED
Appendix A Mathematical Charts
Offset Formulas
Drainage Fixture Unit Calculations
Glossary
Index
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