PLUMBING CODE

Scope

0. Basic Principles
A. Administration
B. Definitions
C. Regulations
D. Plumbing Fixtures
E. Inspection and Test
F. Water Supply and Distribution
G. Excreta Drainage System
H. Indirect Waste Piping, Wet-Vented Systems and Special Wastes
I. Vents and Venting
J. Traps and Interceptors
K. Storm Drainage System
L. House Drains and House Sewers
M. Joints and Connections
N. Quality and Weights of Materials, Plumbing Materials and Referenced Standards
O.

Description

A. Code of Ethics

The topic deals with the basic knowledge of general guidelines of character, rules and

regulations as covenant in the plumbing practice. This includes moral obligation and relationship

with clients and benefactors.

B. Plumbing Terms

Definitions of various plumbing terms, phrases and words used to define and interpret

activities in

plumbing.

C. Permits

Documentation of requisites to the activities undertaken in the plumbing project such as

applications, applicants and general conditions to be observed.

D. General Regulations
Application of alignment and pitch of pipe with inspection of the horizontal and vertical

elevation above and below ground lines, pipe protection and workmanship including studies of

prohibited fittings and dead end in pipe installation.

E. Quality and Weight of pipes

Study of different materials and their quality such as pipe, metal sheet lead and ferrules

used in plumbing.

F. Joints and Connections

Basic knowledge of joints and connections on different pipes use in plumbing.

G. Trap and Clean out

Choices and different trap types and sizes of their protection, requirements for various

plumbing fixtures, classification of clean out, equivalent, location and its construction along pipe

installation.

H. Water supply and distribution

Basic knowledge on the quality and redeems of potable water to meet standards of purity

including sources, storage and distribution to the building from the water main through

underwater into independent pipes network to the different fixtures.

I. Plumbing Fixtures

Knowledge of all kinds of receptacles used such as water closets, urinal, bathtub, wash

basin, wash tray bidet, slop sink, and similar fixtures. Definition of locations, conductors,

ventilation including requirements on swimming pool and roof extensions.

J. Ventilation of rooms and fixtures

The topic deals with the basic knowledge of ventilation requirements of rooms in all

establishments with water closets and urinals.

K. Minimum trap diameter, drain size and fixture unit valve

The study of different plumbing fixtures as presented in table form with the corresponding

nominal size of trap and waste pipe required and equivalent fixture unit values assignment for

easy reference of practitioners.

L. Maximum fixture unit on one stock

The topic deals with the soil and waste stack installation and its connections, size
requirements for each type of plumbing fixtures and their root terminal and below ground

installation.

M. Maximum permissible length of main vent for soil and waste stack

Basic knowledge of the waste disposal system of a building and the general fixtures of a

septic tank, working performance.

PLUMBING ARITHMETIC

Scope

A. Modern Algebra

B. Trigonometry

C. Geometry

D. Physics

E. Financial Arithmetic

Description

A. Modern Algebra

Basic theory of real numbers, equation functions and graph, equation functions and

graph, exponent and exponential fractions.

B. Trigonometry

Basic concepts in trigonometric functions, solution of triangles, vectors, trigonometric

functions of sum and differences.

C. Geometry

Basic concepts in the theory and applications of plane coordinate system, equation and

their loci, straight lines, conic sections, plane and spherical surfaces.

D. Physics

Understanding of the science of physics, language of physics, matter, theory of forces

and motion, vector, velocity and acceleration, matter and energy, kinetic theory of matter

specifically the behavior of liquids, solids, air and other gases. Heat and temperature, expansion,

change of state and its transferance.

E. Financial Arithmetic

Basic concept of financial facts such as simple interest and simple discount, compound
interest, simple annuities, amortization and sinking fund, depreciation and general annuities.

PRACTICAL PROBLEMS AND EXPERIENCES

Scope

A. Plan Reading and Interpretation

B. Plumbing Materials

C. Plumbing Fixtures and Appliances

D. Hand and Machine Tools

E. Maintenance and Repair

F. Bill of Materials and Estimates

G. Obligations and Contracts

Description

A. Plan reading and interpretation

Reading and interpretation of plans, symbols and legends and specifications.

B. Plumbing materials

Shapes, sizes, dimensions, qualities and uses of different kinds and classes of pipes,

fittings, gauge, valves and regulators.

C. Plumbing fixtures and appliances

Shapes, sizes, dimensions, qualities and uses of different kinds and classes of plumbing

fixtures and appliances; sizes, dimension, heights and location of water supply and discharge

drains.

D. Hand and Machine tools

Different kinds of hand and machine tools and their uses for cutting, reaming, threading,

caulking, flaring and brazing, welding joints and connections of different pipes and fittings; hand

and machine for removing stoppages of drains, and repair of leaks and rusted pipes.

E. Maintenance and repair

Periodic and regular inspection and serving of pipes and fittings, controls, valves,

regulators, plumbing fixtures, appliances, pumps and similar equipment; repair of leaks and
rusted pipes.

F. Bill of Materials

Quantity take-off, bill of materials, cost estimates based on plans and specification.

G. Obligations and contracts

Obligations and contracts documentations, project technical reporting, inspection and

acceptance of materials and workmanship.

SANITATION PLUMBING DESIGN AND INSTALLATION

Scope

A. Development of sources of water for rural residences

B. Waste water treatment and disposal for building and premises

C. Water supply and distribution system

D. Sanitary drainage and ventilating system

E. Storm and sub-surface drainage system

F. Water heating system

G. Dry and wet sand pipes

H. Water pumps, tank, cistern, sewage

I. Installation and workmanship

J. Plan and specification

Description

A. Development of sources of water for rural residences

Determine the amount and quality of water, develop source and provide sanitary

measures against contamination and pollution.

B. Wastewater treatment and disposal for building and premises

Method of sewage treatment and disposal, design and construction of septic tank, privy,

cesspool, seepage.

C. Water supply and distribution system

appliances, appurtenance within the building and premises.

D. Sanitary drainage and ventillating system

Planning and design of house drains, house sewers, horizontal branches, stacks, vents,

drains, traps, cleanouts, special waste, manhole and appurtenance within the building and

premises.

E. Storm and sub-surface drainage system

Planning and design of ground and sub-surface drains, downspouts, floor and roof

drains, area drains, catch basins, manholes and appurtenances within the building and premises.

F. Water heating system

Planning and design of hot water supply and return pipes, water heaters and

appurtenance within the building and premises.

G. Dry and wet standpipe

Planning and design of dry and wet standpipes, fire for fire protection within the building

and premises.

H. Water pump, tank cistern, sewage and scum pit

Sizing the capacity of elevated and hydropneumatic tanks, cistern, sewage and scum pits

and appurtenances within the building and premises.

I. Installation and workmanship

Methods and techniques of pipe laying and installation, joints and connections, pipe

hangers and supports, storage and protection from damages, inspection and acceptance of

workmanship.

J. Plan and specification

Preparation of orthographic working drawings, isometric, schematic diagrams, riser

diagrams, details, symbols and legends and specifications.