Plumbing Systems: Analysis, Design and Construction [Paperback]

Tim Wentz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 18, 1996 | ISBN-10: 0132352842 | ISBN-13: 978-0132352840

Using an easy-to-understand approach, this book covers the fundamentals of the plumbing system from the perspective of construction managers, architects, and other managers. Written in an easy-to-understand manner, this book emphasizes the practical applications of plumbing systems. The material is presented in a systems approach to plumbing, rather than focusing the design and engineering aspects of plumbing (although some design fundamentals are presented and explained, when appropriate). This book uses the latest National Code for Plumbing—ANSI A40-1993 Standard,“Safety Requirements for Plumbing.” For those who need to know how and why plumbing systems work, and how plumbing systems relate to other elements of construction.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Using an easy-to-understand approach, this text covers the fundamentals of the plumbing system from the perspective of construction managers, architects, and other managers -- e.g., those who need to know how and why plumbing systems work, and how plumbing systems relate to other elements of construction.

From the Back Cover

Using an easy-to-understand approach, this book covers the fundamentals of the plumbing system from the perspective of construction managers, architects, and other managers. Written in an easy-to-understand manner, this book emphasizes the practical applications of plumbing systems. The material is presented in a systems approach to plumbing, rather than focusing the design and engineering aspects of plumbing (although some design fundamentals are presented and explained, when appropriate). This book uses the latest National Code for Plumbing—ANSI A40-1993 Standard,“Safety Requirements for Plumbing.” For those who need to know how and why plumbing systems work, and how plumbing systems relate to other

Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall (November 18, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0132352842
• ISBN-13: 978-0132352840
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,004,148 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.