Practical plumbing

Co-written by Chris Smith and Brian Curry and published by Macmillan in 1997 as part of the ‘Motivate’ series, Practical Plumbing is a major publication which contains all the appropriate theory and practice to succeed in plumbing and related operations.

Well illustrated, with over 300 diagrams, the book has been widely acclaimed by members of the profession. It is clearly presented and provides a balance of theory and practice. Each chapter is carefully introduced, has a list of key words, numerous questions, exercises and answering hints, and concludes with a ’check your understanding’ summary.

Contents:

Introduction

Safety in the workplace

First aid

Hand-tools and their application

Materials and components

Fixings and fastenings

Cold water supply

Hot water supply & heating

Gas supply

Sanitary appliances

Sanitary piping: above ground

Below ground drainage

Sheet weatherings

Geometry and calculations

Interpreting drawings and data

Key words and definitions

Answers to questions and answering hints

Appendix

The Motivate Series

A series of up-to-date texts on industrial and technical education specifically written for courses and syllabuses in secondary and technical schools, colleges and other institutions of education and training. The books in the series cover a broad range of subjects and are written by experienced subject specialists.

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Publication details: Practical Plumbing

Publication date: November 1997

Price: £11.00

Extent: 296 pages

Format: 276 x 219 mm

Illustrations: 300 diagrams

Binding: Paperback

ISBN: 0 333 61657 X