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Plumbing Systems Design I: Code and Engineering Fundamentals

MECH&AE X 400.8

This course reviews plumbing codes and basic engineering principles related to the design of plumbing systems including load computation methods and piping design.

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Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Online
Starting at $1,050.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Articulate why the codes and your involvement in the industry are very important
  • Discuss plumbing codes and the history behind them
  • Become conversant with the concepts of waste and soil disposal, water distribution, and stormwater management
  • Perform basic plumbing load calculations and pipe sizing
  • Understand sustainable design concepts and their application

About this course:

This course provides the basic engineering principles and reviews the plumbing codes behind the functioning of a plumbing system.  The instructor will cover calculation techniques for the various systems, equipment selection guidelines, and an introduction to actual system design and cautions.  Lecture material includes topics pertaining to sustainable and renewable plumbing systems and equipment.  The NFPA fuel gas code will also be reviewed for design and application.  Also covered are the subjects of alternate plumbing systems and alternate water sources for adequate domestic and process supply.

Winter 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
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Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Daniel Murphy
401281
Fee:
$1,050.00
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Notes

This online course will offer weekly live lectures via Zoom and the instructor will make recordings of these sessions available on a weekly basis. While not mandatory, it is highly recommended to participate in these live sessions of about one-hour duration. Students will be notified of the day and time through the course syllabus. 

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Enrollment deadline: Jan. 12

Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from November 04, 2024 to January 12, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

Spring 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Daniel Murphy
402795
Fee:
$1,050.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes

This online course will offer weekly live lectures via Zoom and the instructor will make recordings of these sessions available on a weekly basis. While not mandatory, it is highly recommended to participate in these live sessions of about one-hour duration. Students will be notified of the day and time through the course syllabus. 

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Enrollment deadline: Apr. 6

Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from February 03, 2025 to April 13, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

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