20 courses with the subject PLB, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PLB 100Plumbing Theory I
This course is designed to provide the student with instruction in plumbing practices applicable to all areas of plumbing. Emphasis will be placed on presenting the history of plumbing, materials, tools and ideas in the plumbing industry. Traditional approaches are covered to ensure that the student receives a broad exposure to all materials and practices potentially encountered in the workplace. NOTE: Prerequisites: Must take College Placement Exam and must be employed by a Master Plumber.
This continuation course is designed to stress good solid plumbing practices applicable to all areas of plumbing. Emphasis will be placed on presenting advanced concepts and materials in the plumbing industry. Traditional approaches are covered to ensure that the student receives a broad exposure to all materials and practices that may be encountered in the work place. NOTE: Prerequisites: Must be employed by a Master Plumber.
This course is designed to provide the student with relevant theory and skills in solving practical, industrially based, trade-related mathematical problems. Topics of instruction will include, but will not be limited to, calculating arithmetic expressions involving whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratio, proportion, and percentages. The appropriate use of English/metric conversions, exponents, square roots, basic graph interpretation, and basic algebraic expression (formulas) manipulation will be presented. Emphasis is placed on providing the student with a problem-solving methodology applicable to new and future mathematical concepts. An introduction to the use of trigonometry for the solution of right and oblique triangles will also be included.
This course is designed to stress good solid plumbing practices applicable to all areas of plumbing materials, installations, and repair. Emphasis will be placed on advanced concepts and material selections in the plumbing industry. Traditional approaches are covered to ensure that the student receives a broad exposure to all materials and practices that may be encountered in the work place. Proper selection, installation of materials, application, and use of tools according to plumbing codes will be covered. In addition, practical application in the lab of the theoretical material covered in class will be stressed throughout the course. NOTE: Prerequisites: Must have completed one year apprenticeship and must be employed by a Master Plumber.
This course explains the manifold rules and regulations regarding shop safety. It demonstrates the right ways to lay out a job by the department of Labor and Industry, as well as, discuss job site hazards. In addition, it places emphasis on the power threader, soldering, brazing and safety. Students are taught how to create a detailed tool and material list as well as how to complete the manifold drawing to scale. NOTE: Prerequisites: Must have completed two years apprenticeship and must be employed by a Master Plumber.
This introductory course in the Plumbing Technology Certificate program exposes students to the foundational knowledge needed to develop skills in the plumbing trade. This course presents basic plumbing concepts, plumbing lexicon and terminology, as well as the use of critical plumbing tools and equipment. Students also learn the basics of applications and installation for a residential plumbing system.
This course focuses on fixtures and faucets used in domestic plumbing applications. It includes, but not limited to complete bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room fixtures, This course also emphasizes common design theories. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Identify various fixtures and their applications in industry. Demonstrate an understanding of the mechanical operations of fixtures and faucets. Explain troubleshooting techniques used in addressing plumbing problems. Demonstrate an understanding of ADA requirements in relation to domestic plumbing systems. Model layouts and designs for new bathrooms and kitchens. Illustrate rough installations of plumbing fixtures.
This course presents an in-depth study of residential plumbing services. The course prepares students to diagnose and solve problems with potable water and waste water systems. In addition, students will learn how to work with fixtures, faucets, and equipment associated with residential plumbing systems.
College-Sponsored Experiential Learning (CSEL) is designed to integrate on-the-job learning experiences with classroom studies. These experiences are structured either to explore career options or to prepare for a specific occupation. Students participating in the Cooperative Education and Internship Program gain college credit and are graded for their learning/work experience by the appropriate faculty. Students participating in this 60 hour internship will earn 1 college credit for this experience. Upon successful completion of this hands-on work experience, the student should be able to satisfy instructionally selected competencies from those below according to the number of credits to be awarded. NOTE To be eligible for an internship, students must: Have completed a minimum of 18 or more credits within the last 5 years. Have begun course work in their major (at least 9 credits). Have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. Obtain a written recommendation by a DCCC faculty within the discipline of the internship. Submit a current resume to the Office of Student Employment Services.
College-Sponsored Experiential Learning (CSEL) is designed to integrate on-the-job learning experiences with classroom studies. These experiences are structured either to explore career options or to prepare for a specific occupation. Students participating in the Cooperative Education and Internship Program gain college credit and are graded for their learning/work experience by the appropriate faculty. Students participating in this 120 hour internship will earn 2 college credits for this experience. Upon successful completion of this hands-on work experience, the student should be able to satisfy instructionally selected competencies from those below according to the number of credits to be awarded. NOTE To be eligible for an internship, students must: Have completed a minimum of 18 or more credits within the last 5 years. Have begun course work in their major (at least 9 credits). Have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. Obtain a written recommendation by a DCCC faculty within the discipline of the internship. Submit a current resume to the Office of Student Employment Services.
College-Sponsored Experiential Learning (CSEL) is designed to integrate on-the-job learning experiences with classroom studies. These experiences are structured either to explore career options or to prepare for a specific occupation. Students participating in the Cooperative Education and Internship Program gain college credit and are graded for their learning/work experience by the appropriate faculty. Students participating in this 180 hour internship will earn 3 college credits for this experience. Upon successful completion of this hands-on work experience, the student should be able to satisfy instructionally selected competencies from those below according to the number of credits to be awarded. NOTE To be eligible for an internship, students must: Have completed a minimum of 18 or more credits within the last 5 years. Have begun course work in their major (at least 9 credits). Have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. Obtain a written recommendation by a DCCC faculty within the discipline of the internship. Submit a current resume to the Office of Student Employment Services.
This course is designed to help the heating professional become comfortable with the electrical portion of an installation or service call. The program covers basic electric circuits, flow of electricity, switches, grounding, electrical terms and principles, electric power in the home, electric wire and supplies, tooled and test equipment, transformers, electric heating components, wiring diagrams, practical wiring of a heating appliance, and troubleshooting. NOTE: Prerequisites: Must have completed two years apprenticeship and must be employed by a Master Plumber.
This course was designed for plumbing and pipe fitting students who need to develop the ability to interpret trade blueprints and plan the installation of the required plumbing. The appropriate method to interpret all types of trade drawings and make orthographic or isometric sketches of plumbing installations will be discussed. The student will have the opportunities for extensive practice which provide reinforcement and additional performance skills will be presented. NOTE: Prerequisites: Must have completed three years apprenticeship and must be employed by a Master Plumber.
This course presents the essential ingredients of blending theoretical and practical aspects of cross-connection controls along with specific guidelines concerning the theory of backflow prevention and administration. It provides extensive information on troubleshooting from a hands-on point of view and is designed to be used as an on-the-job troubleshooting tool. Standardized training in the backflow/cross-connection control field will be addressed. NOTE: Prerequisites: Must be employed by a Master Plumber.
This course reviews the major aspects of Philadelphia Plumbing Code (1996 Edition). Emphasis will be placed on general regulations, plumbing definitions, materials, sanitary and storm water systems. Students will be exposed to sketching, laying out, and sizing of various systems. NOTE: Prerequisites: NOTE: Prerequisites: Must be employed by a Master Plumber.
This course is designed to assist students in understanding codes and adjacent code provisions. It addresses various codes founded upon certain basic principles of environmental sanitation and safety through properly designed, acceptably installed, and adequately maintained plumbing systems will be addressed. NOTE: Prerequisites: Must be employed by a Master Plumber.
This course focuses on residential drainage and venting systems. It provides explanations of the elements and processes involved in the drainage systems, as well as instructions on appropriate applications. Student will also learn how to diagnosis blockage and slow drain problems associated with improper installation, inferior materials and improper venting.
This course introduces advance piping principles as they apply to the plumbing industry. Students learn to identify and use a variety of piping, fittings, and materials in domestic water and drainage installations. These installations could be in new or retro-fit applications.
The purpose of this course is to help students develop the fundamentals skills required to install plumbing related fixtures, faucets and appliances in residential homes. The course builds on the skills students acquire in the introductory Faucets and Fixtures course.
This course presents the principles of heating water for consumption in a variety of applications. Students also learn the theories and practice of using different fuels to produce hot water systems. In addition, they gain knowledge of several types of hot water systems configurations as well as how to install residential hot water heating systems.
