Plumbing

4. Edition December 2011
498 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
The 4th edition of Plumbing continues to provide the
definitive single volume text on plumbing, heating and gas
installation work, ideal for students working towards their Diploma
in plumbing or NVQ/SVQ at levels 2 and 3. Highly illustrated and
easy to read and understand, it tackles plumbing topic by topic, in
double page spreads with text, full colour illustrations, and clear
photographs, enabling the reader to grasp the essentials quickly
and easily. This approach ensures it also provides a concise
reference for the trained plumber.
Special features include:
* concise text
* many clear, full colour illustrations
* around 140 photographs
* topics focussed on the needs of NVQ/SVQ levels 2 and 3
* additional topics beyond levels 2 and 3
* a self-assessment section
* a problem-solving section
This new edition has been thoroughly updated to take account of
changes to the Building Regulations, including changes to the
following approved documents: Part F: Ventilation; Part G:
Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency; Part H: Drainage
and waste disposal; Part L: Conservation of fuel and power and Part
P: Electrical safety. A significant new section on energy
conservation & sustainability has been added, and additional
related material introduced where relevant. The extensive coverage
with new, full colour illustrations to enhance legibility and
understanding, and the emphasis on safety in the work place ensure
this remains the definitive single volume for both student and
trained plumbers.
Pt. 1 Key Principles, Safety and Common Plumbing Processes.
Pt. 2 Hot and Cold Water Supplies.
Pt. 3 Central Heating.
Pt. 4 Gas Supplies.
Pt. 5 Oil Supplies.
Pt. 6 Electrical Work.
Pt. 7 Sanitation.
Pt. 8 Drainage.
Pt. 9 Sheet Weathering.
Pt 10 Assessing Your Knowledge.
Index.