Title: Plumbing Technology : Design and Installation, 4th Edition Author: Lee Smith, Michael A. Joyce ISBN: 1418050911 / 9781418050917 Format: Hard Cover Pages: 466 Publisher: Delmar Year: 2008 Availability: Out of Stock
Description
Contents
Prepare for a career in the commercial or residential plumbing fields with this popular book, which has been updated to reflect the very latest advancements in the plumbing industry. Plumbing Technology: Design and Installation, 4th Edition, has also been restructured to begin with instruction on the major, introductory concepts, and then progressing to more specific, advanced lessons, allowing readers a complete and thorough understanding of the material. This edition includes coverage of the very latest products, tools, codes, and drain cleaning equipment that have had a remarkable impact on the plumbing industry and how plumbers work successfully. The latest water heater technology, such as Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant heaters, DWV system segments and sizing, new safety regulations, and all relevant code changes are also addressed.
Preface
About The Authors
Section I : Plumbing Knowledge
Chapter 1 : Plumbing Basics Chapter 2 : Safety Chapter 3 : Pipe, Valves, and Fittings Chapter 4 : Blueprint Reading and Drafting Chapter 5 : Trade Math and Formulas
Section II : Fixture and Faucets
Chapter 6 : Fixture Types Chapter 7 : Faucets and Drain Assemblies Chapter 8 : Fixture Installation
Section III : Water Supply Systems
Chapter 9 : Introduction to Water Supply Chapter 10 : Water Supply Installations
Section IV : Water Heating
Chapter 11 : Water Heater Theory and Principles Chapter 12 : Water Heater Types and Installations Chapter 13 : Water Heater Devices
Section V : Drainage, Waste and Vent Systems
Chapter 14 : DWV System Identification Chapter 15 : DWV Layout Considerations Chapter 16 : Drainage, Waste and Vent Systems Chapter 17 : Roof Drain Systems and Sewer and Drain Cleaning
Section VI : System Sizing Chapter 18 : Sizing Drainage, Waste, and Vent Systems Chapter 19 : Sizing Natural Gas Piping, Water Piping, and Water Heaters
Appendix A : PVC and CPVC Pressure
Appendix B : Weights and Measures
Appendix C : Test Your Knowledge Answer
Appendix D : Americans with Disabilities Act Codes
Index