Course Description
A program with a sequence of courses that
prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge
and skill to lay out, assemble, install, and maintain
piping, fixtures, and piping systems for stream, hot
water, heating, cooling, draining, lubricating,
sprinkling, and industrial processing systems.
Includes instruction in material selection and use of
tools to cut, bend, join, and weld pipes. These
courses are based on the current National Center
for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
task list.
*SkillsUSA PDP requirements ‐ recommended
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Core Standards of the Course
Standard 01
Students will receive an orientation to the plumbing trade.
Objective 0101
Describe the history of the plumbing trade.
Objective 0102
Identify the stages of progress within the plumbing trade.
Objective 0103
Identify the responsibilities of a person working in the construction industry.
Objective 0104
State the personal characteristics of a professional.
Objective 0105
Explain the importance of safety in the construction industry.
Standard 02
Students will be able to understand and demonstrate the use of plumbing tools.
Objective 0201
Identify the basic hand and power tools used in the plumbing trade.
Objective 0202
Demonstrate the proper maintenance procedures to be used for hand and power tools.
Objective 0203
Explain safety as it applies to plumbing tools.
Standard 03
Students will be able to understand and demonstrate the use of plumbing math.
Objective 0301
Identify the parts of a fitting and use common pipe measuring techniques.
Objective 0302
Use fitting dimension tables and a framing square to determine fitting allowances and pipe makeup.
Objective 0303
Calculate end‐to‐end measurements by figuring fitting allowances and pipe makeup.
Objective 0304
Use a framing square to find the center of fittings.
Objective 0305
Figure 45‐degree offsets and travel using the Pythagorean theorem.
Objective 0306
Figure 45‐degree offsets and travel using the constant method.
Objective 0307
Figure 45‐degree offsets and travel using a framing square or tape measure.
Standard 04
Students will be able to understand and use plumbing drawings.
Objective 0401
Identify pictorial (isometric and oblique), schematic, and orthographic drawings, and discuss how different views are used to depict information about objects.
Objective 0402
Identify the basic symbols used in schematic drawings of pipe assemblies.
Objective 0403
Explain the types of drawings that may be included in a set of plumbing drawings and the relationship between the different drawings.
Objective 0404
Interpret plumbing‐related information from a set of plumbing drawings.
Objective 0405
Convert plan view drawings to simple isometric drawings.
Objective 0406
Use an architect’s scale to draw lines to scale and to measure lines drawn to scale.
Objective 0407
Discuss how local code requirements apply to certain drawings.
Standard 05
Students will be able to understand and demonstrate the use of plastic pipe and fittings.
Objective 0501
Identify the common types of materials and schedules of plastic piping.
Objective 0502
Identify the common types of fittings and valves used with plastic piping.
Objective 0503
Identify and determine the kinds of hangers and supports needed for plastic piping.
Objective 0504
Identify the various techniques used in hanging and supporting plastic piping.
Objective 0505
Demonstrate the ability to properly measure, cut, and join plastic piping.
Objective 0506
Follow basic safety precautions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of plastic tubing.
Objective 0507
Identify the hazards and safety precautions associated with plastic piping.
Standard 06
Students will be able to understand and use of copper pipe and fittings.
Objective 0601
Select the correct types of materials for copper piping systems.
Objective 0602
Identify types of fittings and valves and their uses.
Objective 0603
Select the correct hanger or support for the application.
Objective 0604
Select the appropriate personal protective equipment for working with copper piping.
Objective 0605
Correctly measure, cut, ream, and join copper piping.
Standard 07
Students will be able to understand and use of fixtures and faucets.
Objective 0701
Identify the basic types of materials used in the manufacture of plumbing fixtures.
Objective 0702
Discuss common types of sinks, lavatories, and faucets.
Objective 0703
Discuss common types of bathtubs, bath‐shower modules, shower stalls, and shower baths.
Objective 0704
Discuss common types of toilets, urinals, and bidets.
Objective 0705
Discuss common types of drinking fountains and water coolers.
Objective 0706
Discuss common types of garbage disposals and domestic dishwashers.
Standard 08
Students will be able to understand drain, waste and vent (DWV) Systems.
Objective 0801
Explain how waste moves from a fixture through the drain system to the environment.
Objective 0802
Identify the major components of a drainage system and describe their functions.
Objective 0803
Identify types and parts of traps and explain the importance of traps, and how traps lose their seals.
Objective 0804
Identify the various types of DWV fittings and describe their application.
Standard 09
Students will be able to understand water, distribution systems.
Objective 0901
Discuss how water moves from the source, through the water distribution system, and to the fixture.
Objective 0902
Identify the major components of water distribution system and describe the function of each component.
Objective 0903
Explain the relationships between the components of a water distribution system.
Standard 10
Students will understand the need for professional development.
Objective 1001
Complete a personal inventory
Objective 1002
Set and meet goals
Objective 1003
Motivate yourself
Objective 1004
Decision making
Objective 1005
Manage time
Objective 1006
Organize personal belongings and lab equipment
Objective 1007
Communicate verbally
Objective 1008
Write effective communications
Objective 1009
Establish a personal reading program
Objective 1010
Develop effective work skills and attitudes
Objective 1011*
Master a working knowledge of SkillsUSA
- state the SkillsUSA motto
- state the SkillsUSA creed
- learn the SkillsUSA colors
- describe the official SkillsUSA dress
- describe the procedure for becoming a SkillsUSA officer
Standard 11
Students will understand the need for leadership skills.
Objective 1101
Serve on a committee
Objective 1102
Prepare an agenda
Objective 1103
Assist in planning a meeting
Objective 1104
Review basic parliamentary procedure
Objective 1105
Participate in a school project
Objective 1106
Attend a community meeting
Objective 1107
Practice effective speaking
Objective 1108
Present a 3‐5 minute talk
Objective 1109
Implement a leadership project
Objective 1110*
Master a working knowledge of SkillsUSA
- Describe the meaning of the SkillsUSA emblem
- State the SkillsUSA pledge
- Describe the duties of a SkillsUSA officer
Standard 12
Students will understand the need for career planning.
Objective 1201
Define your future occupation
Objective 1202
Survey employment opportunities
Objective 1203
Report on a trade journal article
Objective 1204
Explore opportunities for advanced training
Objective 1205
Conduct a worker interview
Objective 1206
Contact a professional association
Objective 1207
Explore entrepreneurship opportunities
Objective 1208
Give a talk about your career
Objective 1209
Review career goals
Standard 13
Students will understand the need for employment skills.
Objective 1301
Develop a list of work standards to follow at school and on the job.
Objective 1302
Evaluate your personal ethics
- Evaluate your personal ethics against acceptable workplace ethics
Objective 1303
Build a job search network
Objective 1304
Find job leads
Objective 1305
Write a resume
Objective 1306
Create a job portfolio
Objective 1307
Complete a job application
Objective 1308
Write a business letter and memo
Objective 1309
Participate in an actual or simulated job interview
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