Course Description : About this Course : Plastic pipes have widely replaced metal pipes and fittings, and are commonly used in the plumbing trade today. Plastic is chemically inert, resistant to corrosion, and requires no soldering or welding. This course will teach you the advantages and disadvantages of working with plastic plumbing materials. You will also study the main uses for copper pipes and fittings in plumbing, and look into the advantages of using cast-iron for plumbing pipes and fittings. LEARNING OUTCOMES : Describe the various types of material used to make plumbing pipes and fixtures State the basic difference between fittings and valves Distinguish between a plumbing fixture and a faucet List the purposes of using pipe hangers and supports Discuss the basic principles of sanitation and safety