Plumbing
- Do the following:
- Make a drawing and explain the way hot- and cold-
water supply system in your home or that of a
neighbor works. Tell how you would make it safe from
freezing.
- Make a drawing and explain the drainage system of
the plumbing in a house. Show and explain the use of
drains and vents.
- Show how to use five important plumber's tools.
- Identify and describe the use of each of the following:
washer, cap nut, force cup, half-and-half solder, flux,
elbow, tee, nipple, float, coupling, plug, union, trap,
drainpipe, water meter.
- Tell what kinds of pipe are most often used in a
plumbing system. Tell why.
- Cut, thread, and connect two pieces of galvanized pipe.
- Using a gas torch under supervision, solder three
copper tube connections. Include one tee, two straight
pieces, and one coupling.
- Do the following:
- Replace a washer in a faucet.
- Clean out a sink or lavatory trap.
- Make a list of five important local health regulations
related to plumbing.