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PFPB 1219   Commercial Plumbing I (2) New course added July 18, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2270 , PFPB 1270.
Prerequisite: None.
An introductory study of skills, procedures, and techniques used in the installation of drain, waste, and vent (DWV), and water supply systems in commercial buildings. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1225   Mechanics of Plumbing (2) New course added July 18, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 1274 and PFPB 1291.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the principles of physical science and the mechanics used in the plumbing industry that includes basic principles of physics, matter, liquids, and hydraulics. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1247   Backflow Prevention (2) New course added July 18, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2286, PFPB 2273.
Prerequisite: None.
Principles, practices, and regulations of backflow including backpressure, public health, laws and responsibilities, mechanics and use of backflow devices. Required. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1251   Commercial and Industrial Gas Installation (2) New course added July 18, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2275, PFPB 2272.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the principles, code requirements, and practical knowledge needed to design and install commercial and industrial gas supply systems Required. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1253   Commercial Plumbing II (2) New course added July 18, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2271, PFPB 1271.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of methods used in the layout and installation of pneumatic controls, water-heating systems, and piping commonly found in commercial buildings. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1255   Industrial Plumbing (2) New course added July 18, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2272, PFPB 2270.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the layout and installation of plumbing systems in industrial construction, including water treatment, power plants, and manufacturing facilities. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1291   Special Topics in Plumber and Pipefitter (2)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 1274.
Prerequisite: None.
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Required. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1308   Introduction to Pipefitting (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the craft including mathematical operations applicable to pipefitting, hand tools, safety practices, and material communication. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1313   Introduction to the Plumbing Trade (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the plumbing craft including mathematical operations applicable to the plumbing trade, hand tools, safety practices, and material identification. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1319   Commercial Plumbing I (3) New course added September 7, 2003
This is a WECM course. Former course prefix/number PFPB 1370.
Prerequisite: None.
An introductory study of skills, procedures, and techniques used in the installation of drain, waste, and vent (DWV), and water supply systems in commercial buildings. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1323   Plumbing Codes I (3) New course added July 18, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2274, PFPB 1372.
Prerequisite: None.
An introductory study of state and local plumbing codes and their application in residential and light commercial settings. Required. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

PFPB 1345   Commercial Construction and Fixture Setting (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2273.
Prerequisite: None.
An overview of the construction industry including: organizational structures and systems; safety regulations and agencies; construction documents; office and field organizations; and the various construction crafts and trades. Required. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

PFPB 1345   Commercial Construction and Fixture Setting (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Instruction in the use of practices and procedures employed by a plumber in the common construction of a commercial building including multilevel drain waste vent systems, water systems, and fixture installation. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1353   Commercial Plumbing II (3) New course added September 7, 2003
This is a WECM course. Former course prefix/number PFPB 1371.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of methods used in the layout and installation of pneumatic controls, water heating systems, and piping commonly found in commercial buildings. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1355   Industrial Plumbing (3) New course added September 7, 2003
This is a WECM course. Former course prefix/number PFPB 2370.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the layout and installation of plumbing systems in industrial construction, including water treatment, power plants, and manufacturing facilities. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1357   Plumbing Codes II (3) New course added July 18, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2276, PFPB 2371.
Prerequisite: None.
An advanced study of state and local plumbing codes and their application in commercial and industrial settings. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

PFPB 2235   Commercial and Industrial Control Systems (2) New course added July 18, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 2289, PFPB 2275.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of systems design and the equipment used in commercial and industrial control systems, including air handling units, air volume boxes, centrifugal chillers, absorption systems , cooling towers, water treatment, and chilled water systems. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2239   Commercial and Industrial System Start-Up (2) New course added July 18, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PFPB 2276.
Prerequisite: None.
An overview of alignment, testing, start-ups, and troubleshooting of commercial and industrial plumbing systems. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2240   Medical Gas (2) New course added July 18, 2002
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PFPB 2274.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the basic installation and inspection techniques used for medical gas piping. Required. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2301   Pipe Fabrication and Installation I (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Skill development in pipe fabrication and pipe supports. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2341   Pipe Fabrication and Installation II (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
In-depth instruction in advanced pipe fabrication procedures including pipe template development. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2343   Pipe Practices (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
An advanced course in testing; steam traps; valve maintenance; and the identification, storage, and handling of inline specialties. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2347   Plumbing and Pipefitting Equipment and Safety (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number PPFA 1276.
Prerequisite: None.
Instruction in the safe use of construction equipment used in the process of the plumbing and pipefitting trades. Required (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2347   Plumbing and Pipefitting Equipment and Safety (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Instruction in the safe use of construction equipment used in the process of the plumbing and pipefitting trades. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.

WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.

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