Specialized Studies Program in Plumbing Systems Design
Plumbing systems are one of the most important and vital parts of the overall building design. It is crucial that one have the proper information and training to engineer a plumbing system. The Plumbing Systems Design Specialized Studies Program provides the most complete and comprehensive plumbing design training you can find.
Gain practical knowledge that matters
- Gain an understanding of the basic principles and code requirements of typical plumbing systems
- Gain the ability to design and review plumbing systems
- Know how to use calculations in the selection of piping materials
- Learn the methods of construction, sizing of piping and equipment, and plumbing fixture selection
- Be well prepared to meet the design challenges of the varying types of commercial and institutional projects anticipated in the next decade
Designed for professionals like you
The Specialized Studies Program in Plumbing Systems Design is intended for plumbing systems designers and plan checkers. The courses will also interest plumbing and building code officials, HVAC-R professionals, fire protection professionals and construction managers.
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| REQUIRED COURSES | Plumbing Systems Design I: Code and Engineering Fundamentals | 3 | ||||
| Plumbing Systems Design II: Advanced Engineering Systems | 3 | |||||
| Plumbing Systems Design III: Systems Applications | 3 | |||||
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Required Courses
Plumbing Systems Design I: Code and Engineering Fundamentals
3 quarter units academic credit, X477.15.
Review the codes, basic engineering principles and graphic presentations related to plumbing systems design. Examine load calculations, piping design and sizing, and equipment selection. Fixtures and material selection are also discussed. Plumbing systems covered include:
- Sanitary waste and vents
- Storm water
- Potable cold and hot water
- Natural gas
- Fire sprinklers
- Standpipes
This course is not currently scheduled.
Plumbing Systems Design II: Advanced Engineering Systems
3 quarter units academic credit, X477.16.
Building on the first course in the series, this course offers a more detailed review of codes, engineering principles and graphic presentations related to advanced plumbing systems design, including load calculations, piping design and sizing, and equipment selection. Fixtures, equipment and material selection are also discussed. The following plumbing systems will be covered: special sanitary waste and vents, potable cold and hot water, water treatment, pumps and pumping systems, sanitary sewers, cold and hot water, storm drains, natural gas fuel systems, and automatic sprinkler and fire standpipes systems.
Prerequisites:
Plumbing Systems Design I: Code and Engineering Fundamentals, Minimum one year of employment in an architectural/engineering firm, or City/County Building Department, or equivalent experience and consent of instructor.
Sections of this course open for enrollment:
- Plumbing Systems Design II: Advanced Engineering Systems starts January 12, 2010
Plumbing Systems Design III: Systems Applications
3 quarter units academic credit, X477.17.
Apply the advanced plumbing system principles learned in Plumbing Systems Design II to different types of buildings. Examine the varying design applications, system approaches and code requirements for buildings, including high-rise offices, hospitals, hotels, arenas and stadiums. Gain insight into contract document preparation and construction administration. Discussion topics include LEED and medical gas systems. Perform calculations for domestic water systems that have unique requirements, such as multi-pressure zones and flow demands.
Prerequisites:
Plumbing Systems Design II: Advanced Engineering Systems, Minimum one year of employment in an architectural/engineering firms, or City/County Building Department or equivalent experience and consent of instructor.
This course is not currently scheduled.
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