Modern Plumbing 10e, Online Textbook
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Modern Plumbing provides students with an easy-to-understand, highly illustrated introduction to the tools, materials, equipment, processes, and career opportunities in the plumbing field. The textbook is written in simple, nontechnical language and assumes to previous plumbing knowledge or experience. The primary focus is residential plumbing, but some commercial plumbing concepts are also introduced. The text includes the latest information on the design, installation, and repair of plumbing systems, as well as recent developments in materials, fixtures, and appliances. This new edition incorporates important information about the Uniform Plumbing Code and continues with the strong coverage of the International Residential Code and the International Plumbing Code. The text includes dedicated chapters for applied math and print reading and an emphasis on soft skills throughout many chapters. Step-by-step procedures in the text and supplemental Law Workbook reinforce hands-on skills. Digital users have access to the eBook, online lab workbook, plumbing videos, measurement videos, virtual toolbox, interactive activities, and image library.
Table of Contents
Abbreviated Contents
Modern Plumbing 10e, Online Textbook
- Front Matter
- Section 1 Introduction to Plumbing
- Section 2 Plumbing Systems
- Section 3 Plumbing System Design and Installation
- 19 Designing Plumbing Systems
- 20 Preparing for Plumbing System Installation
- 21 DWV Pipe and Fitting Installation
- 22 Installing Water Supply Piping
- 23 Supporting and Testing Pipe
- 24 Installing Water Heaters, Fixtures, Faucets, and Appliances
- 25 Private Septic Systems
- 26 Storm Water and Sumps
- 27 Installing HVAC Systems
- 28 Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs, and Spas
- 29 Fire Safety and Irrigation Systems
- Section 4 Plumbing Services
- Reference Section
- Glossary
- Index