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Course Descriptions for PFPB (Archived)

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PFPB 1219   Commercial Plumbing I (2)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Skills, procedures, and techniques used in the installation of water supply systems and drain, waste, and vent (DWV) systems in commercial buildings. This course is cross-listed as PFPB 1319. The student may register for either PFPB 1219 or PFPB 1319, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1225   Mechanics of Plumbing (2)
This is a WECM Course Number.
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)
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Principles, practices, and regulations of backflow. Includes backpressure, public health, laws and responsibilities, mechanics and use of backflow devices, and equipment testing used in backflow devices and equipment testing used in backflow devices. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1248   Medical Gas (2)
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Current terminology, installation of materials, safety practices, layout, and inspection techniques for medical gas piping systems. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1251   Commercial and Industrial Gas Installation (2)
This is a WECM Course Number.
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)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Methods used in the installation of pneumatic controls, water heating systems, circulating water systems, and other piping systems commonly found in commercial buildings. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1255   Industrial Plumbing (2)
This is a WECM Course Number.
A study of the layout and installation of plumbing systems in industrial construction, including water treatment, power plants, and manufacturing facilities. This course is cross-listed as PFPB 1355. The student may register for either PFPB 1255 or PFPB 1355, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1272   Basic HVAC for Plumbing/Pipefitting (2)
This is a Local Need Course.
This course provides an introduction to the basic HVAC and Refrigeration cycle, system components, system operation, application, and design. The student will use gauges to properly test both HVAC and Refrigeration Systems. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1273   Mechanical Drafting for Plumbing/Pipefitting (2)
This is a Local Need Course.
Detail drawings with proper dimensioning and tolerances, use of sectioning techniques, common fasteners, pictorial drawings, including bill of materials. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1274   Basic Computer-Aided Drafting for Plumbing/Pipefitting (2)
This is a Local Need Course.
An introduction to computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers, coordinate systems, and plot/print to scale. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1277   Introduction to Welding Fundamentals I (2)
This is a Local Need Course.
An introduction to the safety, techniques and practice in the use of oxy-fuel and shielded metal arc welding equipment. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1291   Special Topics in Plumbing Technology/Plumber (2)
This is a WECM Course Number.
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. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1308   Basic Pipefitting Skills (3)
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Mathematical operations necessary to calculate laying lengths of pipe fittings for fabrication. Identification and use of hand tools and power tools. Identification of pipe, pipe fittings, flanges, and fasteners used in the trade. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1313   Introduction to the Plumbing Trade (3)
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Material selection, mathematical calculations applicable to the plumbing trade, hand and power tools, and safety practices. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1319   Commercial Plumbing I (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Skills, procedures, and techniques used in the installation of water supply systems and drain, waste, and vent (DWV) systems in commercial buildings. This course is cross-listed as PFPB 1219. The student may register for either PFPB 1319 or PFPB 1219, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1323   Plumbing Codes I (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
An introductory study of state and local plumbing codes and their application in residential and light commercial settings. Required. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

PFPB 1350   Plumbing and Pipefitting Equipment and Safety (3)
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Safe use of hand tools, power tools, rigging, and power equipment used in the plumbing trade for installation of different plumbing systems. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

PFPB 1353   Commercial Plumbing II (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Methods used in the installation of pneumatic controls, water heating systems, circulating water systems, and other piping systems commonly found in commercial buildings. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 1355   Industrial Plumbing (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
A study of the layout and installation of plumbing systems in industrial construction, including water treatment, power plants, and manufacturing facilities. This course is cross-listed as PFPB 1255. The student may register for either PFPB 1355 or PFPB 1255, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2235   Commercial and Industrial Control Systems (2)
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Control system design and equipment use in commercial and industrial control systems. Includes air handling units variable air volume boxes, chillers, absorption systems, cooling towers, water treatment, and chilled water systems. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2239   Commercial and Industrial System Start-Up (2)
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Testing procedures used and terminology associated with system start-ups. Includes performance of system start-ups using safety procedures in commercial and industrial piping systems. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2271   Advanced HVAC for Plumbers/Pipefitters/AC (2)
This is a Local Need Course.
This course is a comprehensive study of industrial equipment, applications, and codes that relate to large component split systems, centrifugal chillers, absorption chillers, and related equipment. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2277   Motors and Pump Alignment for Plumbers/Pipefitters/AC (2)
This is a Local Need Course.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to motors and pumps used in commercial and industrial mechanical systems. The student will study system safety and design that apply methods used during installation, alignment, start-up, testing, and balancing motors and pumps used in mechanical systems. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2278   Industrial Drafting Applications for Plumbing/Pipefitting (2)
This is a Local Need Course.
An advanced synthesis of industrial drafting practices with emphasis on research, design, and project techniques. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2279   Pipe Welding for the Plumbing/Pipefitting Professional (2)
This is a Local Need Course.
Instructions using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices specifically utilized by the Plumbing/ Pipefitting industry. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2307   Pipe Fabrication and Installation I (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
Pipe fabrication procedures of threaded, socketweld, and buttweld pipe joints. Includes pipe and tube bending with hand benders, saddling in and saddling on pipe braces to pipe headers, and fabrication and installation of pipe supports. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2336   Commercial Construction and Fixture Setting (3)
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Practices and procedures employed by a plumber in the common construction of a commercial building including drain, waste, and vent systems, water systems, and fixture installations. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

PFPB 2341   Pipe Fabrication and Installation II (3)
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Advanced pipe fabrication procedures of threaded, socketweld, and buttweld pipe joints. Layout and fabrication of vertical, horizontal, and rolling off-sets using 45-degree fittings and odd-angle fittings. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

PFPB 2343   Advanced Pipe Practices (3)
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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 2357   Plumbing Codes II (3)
This is a WECM Course Number.
State and local plumbing codes and the application of potable water, waste water, and gas systems relating to residential and light commercial settings. (2 Lec., 2 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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