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P Plan Basics

P Plan Basics

📚 Plumbing Plans (P-Plans) Study Page

Learn how to read and interpret plumbing layouts including water, waste, vent, and gas systems. Add your video instructions in the spaces provided.

Module 1: Introduction to Plumbing Plans

Understand the importance of plumbing drawings in construction and building functionality.

Module 2: Symbols and Abbreviations

Review the most common pipe types, line styles, and fixture labeling methods.

Module 3: Water Supply Layouts

Trace hot and cold water lines from the meter through the distribution system.

Module 4: Waste and Vent Systems

Identify sanitary and storm drain layouts and how vent stacks prevent siphoning.

Module 5: Gas Piping Layout

Understand routing of natural gas or propane piping, regulators, and shut-off valves.

Module 6: Risers and Isometrics

Learn to read vertical piping and riser diagrams used in coordination across levels.

Module 7: Fixture Schedules

Match fixture tags to their descriptions, fixture units, and plumbing codes.

Module 8: Coordination

Coordinate slab penetrations, chase placement, and pipe spacing with other trades.

Module 9: Exercise

Trace a domestic water system and a sanitary waste line through a plan set.