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PLMB 101 Plumbing Theory and Code (4 credits)
North Dakota recognizes the Uniform Plumbing Code for plumbing installation practices. Therefore, a study of the Uniform Plumbing Code is imperative to students studying the plumbing profession. PLMB 101 covers supplying adequate water and drain sizes for the comfort and protection of people. A detailed study of the state code as it regulates our trade and protects public health. No prerequisites. (F)
PLMB 102 Plumbing Theory and Code (4)
This course is based on the Contren Series Plumbing series, levels 1 and 2. The level one course covers: introduction to plumbing profession; plumbing safety; plumbing tools; introduction to plumbing math; introduction to plumbing drawings; plastic pipe and fittings; copper pipe and fittings; cast-iron pipe and fittings; carbon steel pipe and fittings; corrugated stainless steel tubing; fixtures and faucets; introduction to drain, waste and vent systems; and introduction to water distribution systems. The level two course covers: plumbing math two; reading commercial drawings; hangers, supports, structural penetrations and fire stopping; installing and testing DWV piping; installing roof, floor and area drains; types of valves; installing and testing water supply piping; installing fixtures, valves and faucets; introduction to electricity; installing water heaters; fuel gas systems; and servicing of fixtures, valves and faucets. (S)
PLMB 105 Core Curriculum for Plumbers (2)
The Core Curriculum consists of eight individual modules which are: Basic Safety Introduction to Construction Math, Introduction to Hand Tools, Introduction to Power Tools, Introduction to Blueprints, Basic Rigging, Basic Communication Skills, and Basic Employability Skills. (F – 1st 8-weeks)
PLMB 111 Plumbing Lab (6)
This lab orientated courses provides hands-on learning of the art of plumbing. Course includes installation of various plumbing fixtures, drains and water lines. Students put into practice knowledge learned in Plumbing 101 Corequisite: REFG 101. (F)
PLMB 112 Plumbing Lab (6)
A continuation of lab 111, where the student will develop a hands-on method of learning how to install plumbing fixtures, water lines and wastes and vents according to the Uniform Plumbing Code. Corequisite: PLMB 102. (S)
PLMB 132 Plumbing Drawing, Sketching and Design (3)
A study and practice in measuring, drawing, sketching and blueprint reading, with a detailed study of the plan view, isometric views and other areas that pertain to plumbing and mechanical installations. (F)
PLMB X92 Experimental Course (1-9)
A course designed to meet special departmental needs during new course development. It is used for one year after which time the course is assigned a different number.
PLMB 297 Cooperative Education (1-5)
Cooperative Education offers students the opportunity to integrate career, social and personal development into the educational process. The cooperative education program allows students to integrate classroom study with a paid work experience related to their fields of study. It is recommended that a student has successfully completed one year of academic study.
PLMB 299 Special Topics (1-9)
Designed to meet special departmental needs.
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