ATPP 1210 - Drain, Waste & Vent

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisites: None

(formerly ATPP 1110)

This class will cover the basic theory of the drain, waste, and vent systems used in plumbing. Materials for sewer, soil, vent, and waste pipes along with fitting and valve types will be discussed in the course. Additionally, students will practice system sizing calculations and understand the requirements for pitch and drainage. Lastly, students will correctly identify piping and fitting types and how to make connections.

Billable Contact Hours: 2

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OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1: Students will be able to articulate the importance of workplace safety.

Objectives:

Describe general safety rules.
Use appropriate personal protective gear (PPE) when preforming a task.
Identify risk potential on a work site.
Understand OSHA’s role in relation to the employer and employee responsibility on the jobsite.

Outcome 2: Students will be able to correctly use basic tools common to drain waste and vent systems.

Objectives:

Select the proper tools for a given application.
Have basic knowledge of how to properly use the tool for a task.
Understand cleanup and maintenance procedures for tools used.
Demonstrate proper storage and handling of tools used.

Outcome 3: Students will identify proper installation procedures for piping materials.

Objectives:

Identify proper installation procedures for various piping materials.
Identify proper installation procedures for various valves.
Identify proper installation procedures for common fitting connection types.
Identify proper installation procedures for common trade fixtures.
Identify proper installation procedures for DWV pumps.

Outcome 4: Students will be able correctly use trade math common to the drain waste and vent system.

Objectives:

Use common measuring tools.
Calculate simple mathematical conversions.
Locate measurements on a blueprint.
Generate basic isometric blueprints.
Identify appropriate trade formulas for a given task.

Outcome 5: Students will be able to determine the local code and the jurisdiction having authority.

Objectives:

Identify the need for the state and local code requirements.
Understand the relationship between the state and local code requirements.
Locate the correct code chapter pertaining to a task.
Apply the code ruling pertaining to the project.

COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES (CDO)

Communication: The graduate can communicate effectively for the intended purpose and audience.
Critical Thinking: The graduate can make informed decisions after analyzing information or evidence related to the issue.
Global Literacy: The graduate can analyze human behavior or experiences through cultural, social, political, or economic perspectives.
Information Literacy: The graduate can responsibly use information gathered from a variety of formats in order to complete a task.
Quantitative Reasoning: The graduate can apply quantitative methods or evidence to solve problems or make judgments.
Scientific Literacy: The graduate can produce or interpret scientific information presented in a variety of formats.

CDO marked YES apply to this course:
Communication: YES
Critical Thinking: YES
COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE

Intro to Syllabi and Safety
Types of DWV pipe, connections and application
Pipe pitch and fitting application
Piping connection lab
Blueprint reading
Piping Layouts
DFU explanation
Drain pipe sizing
Vent pipe sizing
Notching and boring studs and joists
Boring and notching lab (reference code)
Plumbing service explained
Plumbing service lab
Pumps and valves
Under sink piping
Septic

Primary Faculty
Pawlowski, Timothy
Secondary Faculty
Gordon, Victoria
Associate Dean
Jewett, Mark
Dean
Hutchison, Donald

Primary Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088