OER: Open Educational Resources

The 2021 IPC® provides minimum regulations for plumbing facilities and provides for the acceptance of new and innovative products, materials, and systems. In October 2019, the Code Council released an independent study comparing model plumbing codes. It found that over a 12-year period, counties using the IPC saved $38 billion in construction costs, emitted 1,000,000 fewer tons of carbon dioxide, saw an additional 166,000 jobs, and saved 880 million feet of pipe. On average, a single-family home could save up to $4,000 in labor, materials and overhead compared to that same home built to other codes.

The content of this block is organized to introduce the plumber apprentice to the theory and installation of potable water systems and landscaping irrigation systems. Providing safe potable water is one of the major responsibilities for plumbers and this block will cover the design and installation of piping from the available water service to point of use. Water used for landscaping will also be addressed with a focus on a balanced approach to the design, use, and safety of a residential automatic irrigation system.

The content of this block is organized to introduce the plumber apprentice to the theory and installation of potable water systems and landscaping irrigation systems. Providing safe potable water is one of the major responsibilities for plumbers and this block will cover the design and installation of piping from the available water service to point of use. Water used for landscaping will also be addressed with a focus on a balanced approach to the design, use, and safety of a residential automatic irrigation system.

The content of this block is organized to introduce the plumber apprentice to the theory and installation of drainage systems. These systems are designed to convey sewage from point of use to the municipal or city system. These systems are located on both public and private property. The inclusion of manholes is meant to introduce the apprentice plumber to those mechanisms where a system can be inspected, cleaned, and maintained without exposing the underground piping.

The content of this block is organized to introduce the plumber apprentice to the theory and installation of hydronic heating systems. With an emphasis on design and comfort, this block will cover topics related to Provincial heating guidelines as well as the design and installation of associated equipment such as heat sources, piping, valves, and controls.

The content of this block is organized to introduce the plumber apprentice to the theory and installation of natural gas systems. This block will cover topics from design and installation code requirements to air supply and venting requirements and applications. Flame safeguards will also be addressed with special attention being given to the B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.

The content of this block is organized to introduce the plumber apprentice to the theory and installation of natural gas systems. This block will cover topics from design and installation code requirements to air supply and venting requirements and applications. Flame safeguards will also be addressed with special attention being given to the B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.

The 2024 International Mechanical Code covers requirements for mechanical systems that control environmental conditions and related processes within buildings. ICC IMC-2024 requirements are for the design, installation, maintenance, alteration, and inspection of these permanently installed systems. The code also regulates related system components, equipment, and appliances.