Plumbing Level 3, 5th edition

For courses in plumbing.

A complete curriculum, for a fast-growing profession

Plumbing, Level 3, is the third installment of NCCER's four-part plumbing program. The series trains future plumbers in installing, repairing and maintaining pipe systems. Level 3 builds on skills from the first two levels, focusing on applied math, the water supply system, service plumbing and more. As they go, learners also develop the critical-thinking skills needed for sound decision-making.

Developed with industry partners, the 5th Edition improves the training experience for both learners and instructors. Featuring a new, easy-to-follow design, it turns the focus to service and reflects the tools and methods of modern plumbing.

Key features of this title

Practical approach to learning a craft

• Step-by-step instructions throughout the text guide trainees through technical procedures and tasks.
• An introductory page before each module lists objectives, trade terms and performance tasks.
• Trade features present technical tips and professional practices based on real on-the-job scenarios.

Engaging pedagogy

• Review questions test students’ knowledge of the content they’ve just read.
• Figures and tables throughout each module illustrate important concepts and clarify complex instructions.

New and updated features of this title

Series-wide revisions

• REVISED: A greater focus on service, across modules, ensures that the most relevant job skills are covered. This reorientation reflects the fact that more plumbing work is geared toward service.
• REVISED: Modern equipment, tools, approaches and best practices have been incorporated into both the text and art. Examples include press fittings and the latest PEX connection methods.
• NEW: A new, improved design builds upon the visual appearance and readability of the material.

Content changes based on industry updates

• UPDATED: Content has been added and revised across modules. New and revised topics include digital thermometers (02301); desalination (02303); plenums, water expansion tanks, augurs and closet augurs (02311); and identifying essential devices before turning off electrical circuits (02311).
• UPDATED: Tables in Module 02312 have been updated with the IPC 2021 versions. Also in that module, section 3.0.0 was revised to have two sub-objectives instead of nine.
• UPDATED: Several new questions were written for the module review and exam.