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Sanitary & Drainage, 4th Edition | AU/NZ

Peter Wenning

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Sanitary & Drainage 4th Edition by Peter Wenning

Overview

Sanitary & Drainage 4e introduces students to the underpinning knowledge and skills needed to undertake safe and effective tasks in the above ground (sanitary) and below ground (drainage) services.

The market-leading Cengage Plumbing Skills series provides learners with the knowledge, skills and awareness they need to be successful in the plumbing industry. The series is structured to build step-by-step knowledge, working from general/foundation subjects towards more specific and technical detail as they progress.

Combining safe work practices with professional skills it develops problem-solving ability and a thorough understanding of how and why things are done in a certain way.

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Peter Wenning

Peter Wenning has been a Plumbing and Services teacher at Chisholm Institute of TAFE in Victoria since 2006. He is also an RPL assessor at Skills Tech QLD. Peter is an active contributor to the Plumbing Connection Magazine where he has published numerous articles and learning guides since 2003. He has a great reputation and recognition in the plumbing industry in Australia where he is the Victorian state representative of Institute of Plumbing Australia and a member of the National Plumbing Services Training Advisory Group (NAPSTAG).
  • Chapters re-aligned to match the chapter by unit of competency approach as per the current Training Package.
  • Content updated to the latest codes and standards.
  • New section on Backfilling and Compaction included in Unit 2: Excavation and Trench Support.
  • New and improved images throughout the text to improve visual learning ( New Silt Trap figure, New images to depict Modern Laser, Receiver and Electronic Spirit level. )
  • Content structured to build step-by-step knowledge, working from basic concepts towards specialized topics.
  • 'How to' feature in every chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to perform specific tasks/processes/calculations.
  • Combining safe work practices with professional skills the content develops problem-solving ability and a thorough understanding of how and why things are done in a certain way.
  • Strong pedagogical features including Learning Tasks at the end of every main topic, compilation of worksheets at the end of every chapter, and Get it Right photo case studies at the end of every chapter are available in the text. These features are designed to increase student engagement and improve learning outcomes.
  • MindTap - Premium online teaching and learning tools are available on the MindTap platform - the personalized eLearning solution. MindTap is a flexible and easy-to-use platform that helps build student confidence and gives you a clear picture of their progress. We partner with you to ease the transition to digital – we’re with you every step of the way. MindTap for the Plumbing Series is full of innovative resources to support critical thinking, and help your students move from memorization to mastery! Includes: - Basic Plumbing Skills, 5e eBook - Water Supply, 5e eBook - Sanitary and Drainage, 4e eBook - Roof Plumbing, 4e eBook - Gas Services, 4e eBook - Additional revision quizzes and Instructional videos are available on MindTap. MindTap is a premium purchasable eLearning tool. Contact your Cengage learning consultant to find out how MindTap can transform your course.
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Unit 1 – Worksite preparation and maintenance
Unit 2 – Excavation and trench support
Unit 3 – Levelling
Unit 4 – Weld polyethylene and polypropylene pipes using fusion method
Unit 5 – Planning the layout for a residential external sanitary drainage system
Unit 6- Install below ground sanitary drainage systems
Unit 7 – Installing sewerage pump sets
Unit 8 – Planning the layout for a residential sanitary plumbing system
Unit 9- Installing sanitary plumbing
Unit 10 – Installing and fitting off sanitary fixtures
Unit 11 – Installing stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems
Unit 12 – Install pre-treatment facilities
Unit 13 – Install on-site domestic wastewater treatment plants and disposal systems
Unit 14 – Locate and clear blockages
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  • ISBN-10: 0170476987
  • ISBN-13: 9780170476980
  • RETAIL $299.95

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  • ISBN-13: 9780170477024
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  • ISBN-13: 9780170475143
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