Plumbing Systems Design I: Code and Engineering Fundamentals
MECH&AE X 400.8
This course reviews plumbing codes and basic engineering principles related to the design of plumbing systems including load computation methods and piping design.
NOTE: The enrollment deadline for this course is 11:59 pm PT on Sunday before the quarter begins.
Articulate why the codes and your involvement in the industry are very important
Discuss plumbing codes and the history behind them
Become conversant with the concepts of waste and soil disposal, water distribution, and stormwater management
Perform basic plumbing load calculations and pipe sizing
Understand sustainable design concepts and their application
About this course:
This course provides the basic engineering principles and reviews the plumbing codes behind the functioning of a plumbing system. The instructor will cover calculation techniques for the various systems, equipment selection guidelines, and an introduction to actual system design and cautions. Lecture material includes topics pertaining to sustainable and renewable plumbing systems and equipment. The NFPA fuel gas code will also be reviewed for design and application. Also covered are the subjects of alternate plumbing systems and alternate water sources for adequate domestic and process supply.
NOTE: The enrollment deadline for this course is 11:59 pm PT on Sunday before the quarter begins.
This online course will offer weekly live lectures via Zoom and the instructor will make recordings of these sessions available on a weekly basis. While not mandatory, it is highly recommended to participate in these live sessions of about one-hour duration. Students will be notified of the day and time through the course syllabus.
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.
Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from July 31, 2023 to October 01, 2023
This online course will offer weekly live lectures via Zoom and the instructor will make recordings of these sessions available on a weekly basis. While not mandatory, it is highly recommended to participate in these live sessions of about one-hour duration. Students will be notified of the day and time through the course syllabus.
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: January 7, 2024.
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