Plumbing Systems: Basics & Pipe Life (Video Course)
- Course Number: M3003
- Credits: 1 hours
- Instructor: Ellen Huang, PE
- Price: $10
Course Outline
Plumbing systems normally consist of pipes, tanks, fittings, and other apparatus required for the water supply, heating, and sanitation in a building. In this course, you will learn common pipe materials used during different time periods, what causes sewer pipe blockage, and what practical steps you can take to prevent unforeseen damage to your building from failing pipes. In addition, you will learn the benefits of professional CCTV pipe inspections.
At the end of this course, there will be a multiple-choice, open-book quiz designed to enhance your understanding of the course material.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
- Understand the basic components of plumbing systems
- Learn how multi-unit building plumbing works;
- Become familiar with the three most common water and sewer drainage pipe problems; and
- Learn practical steps you can take to prevent unforeseen damage to your building from failing pipes.