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Drafting Sanitary and Plumbing Layout and Details

Content Standard

Performance Standard

The learner demonstrates


understanding of concepts and
The learner independently drafts
underlying principles in drafting sanitary and plumbing layout and
sanitary and plumbing layout and details following the job requirements.
details.
Quarter IV

Time Allotment: 16 hrs.


MODULE 6
Drafting Sanitary and Plumbing Layout and Details
Introduction

This module is designed to familiarize students with the concept of sanitary


disposal of waste and the principle of introducing clean water in to the residential unit
from the source. It will also help the students understand the intricacy of designing
and planning a sanitary plumbing and sewerage layout. It also familiarizes them with
the different abbreviations and symbols used in drafting of sanitary and plumbing
layout, the specification materials used for the construction and the different kinds of
fittings intended for a sound construction of the layout.
Plumbing drawings are prepared to a very small-scale. Therefore schematic
symbols are used for drawing plumbing lines, fixture and other components as they
actually appear. These symbols are used to show the type and location of fixtures,
valves, joints and other plumbing devices.

Objectives:
At the end of this module, you are expected to:
draft water distribution system; and
draft sanitary and storm drainage
At this point, you are heading into
meaningful activities and learning
encounters. Complete the exercises and
answer the suggested worksheets to
***** practical learning
experience lifelong,
that awaits at the end of this module.
ENJOY YOUR
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Pre-assessment: Multiple Choice


Direction: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer in the
space provided before each number.
_____1. A kind of fitting used to straight section pipes.
a.
elbows
b. coupling c. cross
d. tee
_____2. How is hot and cold water distributed from the source to the different parts
of the building?
a.
by pressurizing the source
c. by mixing hot and cold water
b.
by raising water temperature
d. by chemical means
_____3. Used to close systems and to connect pipes that have to be
disassembled occasionally.
a.
unions
b. plug valve c. nipples d. reducers

_____4.
a.
b.

The preceding plumbing symbol indicates a -coupling


c. straight cross
safety valve
d. gate valve

_____5. A fitting used to change direction of a pipe line either 90 degrees or


45 degrees.
a.
T
b. cross
c. elbows
d. couplings
_____6. Used to close the end of a pipe.
a.
cap
b. plug
c. bushing
d. unions
_____7. The storm drainage is considered a part of the
a.
plumbing system.
c. foundation system.
b.
electrical system.
d. elevation system.
_____8. Used to close an opening in a fitting.
a.
cap
b. plug
c. bushing
d. unions
_____9. Which of these common plumbing symbols/abbreviations indicate a
junction box?
a.
JXB
b. JBox
c. JB
b. JBX
_____10. The ideal or suggested size in constructing the septic tank with a 15
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number of people is______.
a. depth- 1:20, W-1:0, L- 2:0 c. depth 1:50 , W- 1:20, L-1:50
b. depth- 1:50, W-1:5, L-150 d. depth 2:50, W-1:50, L -2:50
_____11. Used to reduce the size of an opening.
a. bushing
b. unions
c. cap
d. plug
_____12. A network of pipes and fittings that carry off wastes and each
plumbing fixture is titled with the appropriate pipe and fitting.
a. Sanitary installation
c. Drainage system
b. Polyvinyl pipe and fittings d. Sanitary and storm drainage
_____13. Used to close systems and to connect pipes that are to be
disassembled occasionally.
a. cap
b. plug
c. bushing d. unions
_____14. A water distribution system shown in an elevation, on plan and on
isometric using the different symbols.
a. isometric draft
c. isometric water system
b. water system diagram
d. schematic drawing
_____15. Which is NOT a type of valve:
a. Gate valve
c. Check valve
b. Globe valve
d. Metal valve
Skills Evaluation
Direction: Listed below are some of the most important skills that you must gain in
order to draft a quality floor plan. On the right side of the matrix lists the skills
expected of you to master. Rate yourself by checking Not much, if you are not so
familiar yet, A little and/or A lot, if you are already familiar with the skills. Dont feel
bad if you checked Not Much in all of the skills. Keep in mind that this is being
administered to determine your pre-entry knowledge of and skills on the lesson to be
presented.
Skills in drafting water distribution system
I can draft hot and cold water distribution
systems according to Plumbing and
Water Codes
I can indicate signs and symbols
according to sanitary and plumbing
requirements

Learning Goals and Targets:

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Not Much

A little

A lot

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After reading the introduction and carefully answering the pre assessment
instrument, you might have ideas of what you will be dealing with in this module.
Now prepare to set your goals and targets for this module by completing the activity
below. Write your answer in your notebook.
My goals are:

Goal 4
Goal 3
Goal 2

Goal 1
My targets are:

Target 1

Target 2

Target 3

Know
Lesson 1: Draft Water Distribution Systems

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This lesson is designed to familiarize you to draft the proper distribution of
water system (hot and cold water) and the signs and symbols used which are based
on the standard water code of the Philippines.
Operational Definition of Terms:
Aluminum is a lightweight but relatively strong metal often alloyed with copper
to increase hardness and strength.
Gate Valve is usually chosen for locations where it is left completely open most
of the time because it offers the least resistance to the flow of water.
Diagrammatic Layout is used for drafting layout in architectural plans.
Nipples are short pieces of pipes threaded on both ends.
Plumbing refers to the water supply and drainage of wastewater sewage.
Plumbing system refers to the supply pipes that carry fresh waste water
under pressure from a public water supply or individual wells to fixtures.
Reducer is used to connect straight section pipes of different sizes.
Scale Layout is used for drafting large pipes.
Overview
One of mans essential needs is water. He could live for days without food but
not without water. Water appears in its natural state (liquid) or solid (ice) and gas
(vapor) or steam. It is 830 times heavier than air but is 133 times lighter in its
gaseous state. This can be sourced from: rain water, natural surface water and
underground water.
Water is a necessity. It is conveyed from the source to the household through
a system of pipes.
Water distribution systems for residential and commercial buildings are
conveyed thru pipes, a PVC, Cast Iron or G.I. pipe.
Hot and cold water is supplied to the buildings by a series of pipes connected
from the source under pressure to the building fixtures thru a water line distribution
system.

Pipes used for water line distribution systems may be classified as:
1. Steel and wrought iron pipe
2. Cast iron pipe
3. Seamless brass and copper pipe
4. Copper tubing
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5. Special pipes such as PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), Aluminum and Stainless
Steel pipes, and CPVC (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) pipe
Water main refers to the public sewer system along the streets, or laid
underground where the service to the house is connected. Water coming from it is
under pressure but normally could serve only houses of moderate height. A pump is
installed to augment the pressure that forces the water to move inside the pipe.
The size of the service pipe is determined by the demand for water. A
maximum demand is one factor, or the maximum water discharge for plumbing
fixtures and the probable demand is another, which is the peak demand or peak
load.
Connection of Pipes
Pipes are connected by methods dependent upon the material and the
demands of service. Steel, brass or bronze pipes are normally threaded and
screwed into coupling and fitting. Fittings are used to join adjacent lengths of pipes
and to provide changes of direction, and branch connections at any angle and to
effect a change in size.
Connections
1. Threaded connections
2. Soldered fittings
3. Connection by bolded flanges
4. Solvent cement weld connections
Common types of fittings
1. Screwed fittings
2. Welded joints
3. Flanged joints
4. Solder joints
5. Slip fittings (for plastic pipes)
Valves
1. Gate valves
2. Globe valves
3. Check valves
4. Pressure reducing valves
5. Safety valves
Valves are specified by giving the nominal size, material and ride.
Kinds of Fittings

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1. Elbows are used to change direction of a pipeline either 90 degrees or 45
degrees.
2. Tee connects three pipes.
3. Cross connects four pipes.
4. Couplings are used to connect straight section pipes.
5. Reducers are used to connect straight section pipes of different sizes.
6. Nipples are short pieces of pipes threaded on both ends and classified as
close nipple and short nipple.
7. Cap is used to close the end of a pipe.
8. Plug is used to close an opening in a fitting.
9. Bushing is used to reduce the size of an opening.
10. Unions are used to close systems and to connect pipes that are to be
disassembled occasionally.
Systems of Drawing Pipe Layout
1. Scale Layout are used for large pipes
2. Diagrammatic lay out are used for architectural plans.

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Process
Suggested Activity 1
Directions: Read each item carefully. Identify the correct answer and write
it on a separate sheet of paper.
__________ 1. It is used to stop or regulate the flow of fluids.
__________ 2. It is used to limit the flow of fluids to one direction only.
__________ 3. It is used to connect three pipes.
__________ 4. It is used to connect straight section pipes of different sizes.
__________ 5. They are short pieces of pipes threaded at both ends.
__________ 6. They are full sized straightway openings that offer small
resistance to the flow of fluids.
__________ 7. It is used to join adjacent length of pipes.
__________ 8. It is used to close the end of a pipe.
__________ 9. It is used to close an opening or fitting.
__________ 10. It is a kind of layout for pipes used in architectural plans.
Group Activity: Identification of pipe fittings and pipe materials
Directions:
Note: The teacher shall distribute pictures of plumbing fixtures and
fittings.

Work in groups of 3 to 5 (depending upon the number of students in


the class) and chose a leader.
Identify the different kinds of:
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o pipes used in plumbing;


o materials used; and
o different kinds of pipes fittings and flanges.
Write a description in a piece of paper, each of the above in terms
of its characteristics and uses.
Report your outputs to your teacher to assess and/or check your
learning of the targeted knowledge and skills.

Know
The plumbing system is important to the designer or draftsman. Although
plumbing plans may be omitted on small residential dwellings, they are always
included in larger projects for small residences; the plumbing layout is left to the
contractor or the owner to decide.
A plumbing system performs two major functions which are:
1. For Water Distribution
2. Sewage Disposal

COMMON PLUMBING
SYMBOLS

Water distribution systems, whether hot


or cold, are distributed by pipes from the source
to the house. Amenities as discussed earlier,
when tracing the path of the supply of water
and fixtures fittings, the architectural designer
uses symbols to indicate the distribution system
and the different fixtures. The water distribution
system is shown in an elevation, on plan and on
isometric using the different symbols, hence
this is called a schematic drawing.
In drawing the layout, here are the common
symbols used for cold water line and sanitary
layout.

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SANITARY & PLUMBING


SYMBOLS

LEGEND/ABBREVIATION

Water Closet
Vent at Ceiling
Vent Stack thru Roof
Cold Water Line
Hot Water Line
Concrete Drain Pipe
Cast Iron Soil Pipe
Down Spout
Cast Iron Vent Stack
Cast Iron Vent Stack
Vent At Ceiling
Vent Stack Thru Roof
Catch Basin
Junction Box
Water Meter
Galvanize Iron Pipe Water Line
Cold Water Riser
Cold Water Down Feed
Fire Line
Deck Drain
Canopy Drain
Sprinkle Riser
Dry Stand Pipe Riser
Fire Hose Cabinet
Lavatory
Water Closet
Floor Drain
Clean Out

WC
VAC
VSTR
CWL
HWL
CDP
CISP
DS
CISS
CIVS
VAC
VSTR
CB
JB
WM
GIPWL
CWR
CWDF
FL
DD
CD
SPR
DSPR
FHC
LAV
WC
FD
CO

Like most architectural drawings, plumbing drawings are drawn to a small


scale. It would be unrealistic to draw all fixtures and lines on the drawing paper.
Therefore schematic symbols are used for various plumbing fixtures and lines.
They are used to show the type and location of fixtures, joints values and other
devices.
The difference in appearance of an orthographic drawing of fixtures and
other devices with that of a schematic drawing is shown in the figure.

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SYMBOL

ELEVATION

Double Brach Elbow


DBL EL
Straight Cross - STX

Safety valve SFTY V


Gate Valve GT V
Hand Valve HND V

Pipe Outlet Up - P
Pipe Outlet Down - P
Coupling - CPLG
Elbow 90 - EL

Elbow 45 - EL
Tee 90 - T
Lateral 90 - LAT
Clean Out - CO
Reducer - RED

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SYMBOL

ELEVATION

Flanged Fittings FL FT
Screwed Fittings SC FT
Bell and Spigot Fittings BL/SP
FT
Welded Fitting WLD FT
Soldered Fitting SLD FT
Expansion Joint EXP JT
Motor Operated Vehicle MOP
V
Meter M

Floor Drain - FD

Cess Pool CP

Dry Well - DW

Septic Tank SEP TNK

SEPTIC TANK Distribution Box


SEP TANK DIS BX

SUMP PIT - SP
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Process
Suggested Activity 2
A. Draw the symbols for the following terms on a separate sheet of paper.
1. Faucet
6. Hose bib
2. Water closet
7. Lavatory
3. Gate valve
8. Water meter
4. Shower
9. Kitchen sink
5. Floor drain
10. Clean out
B. Classification: Given the word pool below, try to find where each of these
word belongs.
FLARED
TEE
REDUCER

PIPES

SAFETY
ELBOW
CAP GATE
FERRULE BUSHING
CROSS

PIPE
FITINGS

CHECK
VALLES

C. Draft a water line layout for a Toilet and Bath


Procedure:
1. From the given plan of a T&B, indicate the location of bathroom fixtures by
drawing the symbols of each on the place where they think is the best location.

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2. In as much as the kitchen is adjacent to the toilet and bath, naturally the
source of water supply comes from the same direction. Try to draw the layout of
the water supply line to the different fixtures they have identified.

Try to draw the water supply line to indicate the pipe fittings used and the
different fixtures and the water flow.

3. After highlighting the pipe fittings used and indicated the water supply
source and its flow, darken the supply line and indicate the pipe and fixture
specifications by writing them beside the fixtures as indicated by the arrow.
Then, write down the legend for identification.

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A typical diagram of the plumbing system of a single detached one-storey


dwelling units.

The Water Line Layout


The water distribution system is the network of pipes and fittings for
conveying water to the plumbing fixtures while the system of pipes and fittings for
carrying off wastes is referred to as sanitary installation
The building water entrance pipe is connected to the street by means of a
corporation cock, if the water is supplied by the community. The amount of water
passing thru the water service is measured by the water meter. If water service is
supplied thru a deep well, a water meter is not necessary. From this, the water
pipes branch out to the fixtures inside the residential unit requiring water.
Clean water lines are represented on a plan by a visible line and two
dashes, while sanitary lines are represented by a bold continuous line. The
fixtures are indicated by their common symbols. Storm drainage lines are drawn
with two invisible lines that run parallel to each other. While vent pipes are bold
hidden lines.
The operation of the basic plumbing system is readily understood through
the diagram shown here.
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To get water to a structure for use by the tenants and to remove sewage
and unwanted water is the purpose of a plumbing system.
A Typical Plumbing System

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A Sample Plumbing Layout

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Water Pipes and Fittings Required For Installing Commonly


Used Plumbing Fixtures
A typical installation of a water distribution using PVC pipes with G.I.
Pipes for in-house is done with PVC pipes adapter fittings. To obtain
watertight joints, solvent cement is applied.

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uPVC Adafter Fitting for uPVC-to-Galvanized Iron Water
Piping Connectors

Reflect and Understand


Shown below are the procedure on how to lay-out the plumbing system in
the floor plan.
Procedure:
1. From the plan shown below, indicate the location of water fixtures by
drawing their symbols on the place you think is the most suitable location
for each. You too, shall indicate the water supply source from the street
water branch.

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LIVING

KS

DINE/KIT

2. After locating and indicating the location of the fixtures, draw the water line
connection from the water source. In addition, try to indicate the position of
the water meter and the check valve based on their layout and the source
of water supply.
BEDROOM

3. Draw the water line layout of the pipe fittings and the fixtures to show the
different kinds of fittings use, and write down the specifications of the
material used.

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4. After indicating and writing down the material used for the pipe and fittings,
5. Darken the water layout and write down the abbreviations on the fixtures
together with the legend to distinguish the different water fixtures.

LEGEND
F
GV
HB
WM
WC
SHO
LAV
GIP

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Faucet
Gate Valve
Hose Bibb
Water Meter
Water Closet
Shower Head
Lavatory
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Transfer
Directions: From the plan shown below, sketch a clean water line layout.

Specific Requirements:
1
1
1
1

faucet
shower head
lavatory
water closet

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Transfer
Procedure:
1. From the preceding water line layout, determine which axis is to be used
to present the diagram

2. Indicate the height of water fixtures according to scale ratio used and
based on accepted architectural standards.

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3. Layout water distribution system and indicate location of fittings fixtures.

4. Finalize drawing and draw legend

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Transfer
Summative Test
Directions: From the plumbing layout drawn, draft the isometric plumbing
diagram. Use standard height.

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Lesson 2.

Draft Sanitary and Storm Drainage

Know
The sanitary installation is referred to as the network of pipes and fittings
that carry off wastes and each plumbing fixture is titled with the appropriate pipe
and fitting. The discharges are conveyed to the septic vault.
The storm drainage system, on the other hand, consists of pipes, fittings,
catch basins, area drain and is intended for getting rid of water from the building
roof and its surrounding and is conveyed to the street sewer. The storm drainage
is considered part of the plumbing system.
The pipe used for sanitary and storm drainage most common to
homeowners and contractors are the plastic pipe or Polyvinylchloride (PVC)
pipes and the concrete pipe for area drain.
Skills Evaluation
Direction: Listed below are some of the most important skills that you must gain
in order to draft a quality floor plan. On the right side of the matrix lists the skills
expected of you to master. Rate yourself by checking Not much, if you are not
so familiar yet, A little and/or A lot, if you are already familiar with the skills.
Dont feel bad if you checked Not Much in all of the skills. Keep in mind that this
is being administered to determine your pre-entry knowledge of and skills on the
lesson to be presented.
Skills in drafting sanitary and storm drainage
I can draw sewerage plan layout according to
Plumbing Code
I can draft storm drainage plan according to
Plumbing Code
I can draw details and symbols according to
sanitary and plumbing requirements

Not Much

A little

A lot

Learning Goals and Targets:


After reading the introduction and carefully answering the instrument, you
might have ideas of what you will be dealing with in this module. Now prepare to
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set your goals and targets for this module by completing the activity below. Write
your answer in your notebook.

My goals are:

Goal 4
Goal 3
Goal 2
Goal 1
My targets are:

Target 1

Target 2

Target 3

Overview
Wastewater is discharged by gravity through the disposal system. All pipes
in this system therefore must slant in a downward direction so the weight of the
waste will cause it to move down. Because of this gravity flow, waste lines are
larger than water lines. The stacks are the vertical lines while the branches are
the horizontal lines. Vents are also provided for air circulation and to permit sewer
gases to escape thru the roof. This equalizes the air pressure in the drainage
system.
The wastewater flows starting at the fixture trap, which is provided to stop
gases from entering the building and each fixture has a separate trap or seal to

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prevent backflow of sewer gas, through the fixture branches to the main sewer
line.
Waste stacks carry only wastewater while solid wastes runs thru the soil
lines, which are the largest in the system and are flushed with water after each
use.
Piping systems are vital to modern society. Some systems may be
complex; others may be simple such as in a residential dwelling unit. But they
share some common elements, whether they are steel, plastic, copper pipes or
tubing.
Sanitary and storm drainage for residential dwelling are either wrought
iron pipes, Polyvinylchloride (PVC) pipes and for drainage is either concrete pipe
or PVC pipe. The more common today is the unplasticized Polyvinylchloride
(uPVC) pipe.
Polyvinyl pipe and fittings are available in commercial length of 3.0 meters
and also available in schedule 40 and 80. They are usually assembled with slip
joint fittings and solvent, both PVC and chlorinated Polyvinylchloride (cPVC)
pipes are commonly available in sizes ranging from to 4 inside diameter.
The Sewage Disposal System
Absence of a good sewage disposal system can result to contamination of
water and water-borne diseases. It is important to value a good disposal system.
There are different types of sewage disposal system, from the old to the
more scientific ones:
1. Cesspool
2. Privy
3. Septic Tank
4. Public Sewer line
The sanitary system is of two types: the intercepting and the tributary or
contributing sewer. The intercepting type is constructed with concrete pipes while
the tributary sewer is laid in an open trench and is made of vitrified clay or bricks.

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Water Lines Plumbing Elevation

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The Septic Tank


The septic system converts solid wastes into liquid by bacterial action, the
wastes flow into a septic tank some distance away from the house. The liquid
waste flows thru to the sewer line while the sludge remains at the digestion
chamber of the tank.
The septic tank is constructed with reinforced concrete, and it should be
located at a safe distance from the source of potable water, and it should also be
airtight.
The size and type of the system varies according to the number of people
served, the contour and soil type.

Outlet
Inlet

Inlet

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Types of Sanitary Fittings used in plumbing System of Septic Vaults

SANITARY FITTING

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The Typical Detail of a Septic Tank


The Size of the Septic Tank
The septic tank should be constructed as to have enough room for
accumulated sludge.
Here are some of the suggested sizes.
NUMBERS OF
PERSONS SERVED
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
70

INSIDE DIMENSION OF DIGESTION CHAMBER


D- DEPTH
W- WIDTH
L - LENGTH
METERS
METERS
METERS
1.20
0.90
1.30
1.20
1.00
2.20
1.20
1.25
2.50
1.20
1.40
2.80
1.30
1.50
3.00
1.30
1.60
3.20
1.40
1.65
3.30
1.40
1.75
3.50
1.50
1.80
3.60
1.50
1.85
3.90
1.50
2.00
4.00
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80
90
100

1.60
1.80
1.80

2.20
2.30
2.50

4.40
4.50
5.00

Sizes of Septic Vault

Process
A. Direction: Write down the abbreviations of the following terms on a
separate sheet of paper.
Terminologies:
1. Concrete pipe
2. Catch basin
3. Area drain
4. Septic vault
5. Galvanized iron pipe
6. Wrought iron pipe
7. Vent stack thru roof
8. Polyvinyl chloride
9. Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride
10. Outside diameter
B. Draft Household Sanitary Layout:
1. With the given floor plan, you are supposed to draw the sanitary layout for
this housing unit. Indicate first where you would locate your septic vault
outside the building.

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2. After locating the place where you would construct your septic vault, draw
and indicate the location of the different storm drainage fixtures.

3. Indicate the location of the different sanitary fixtures by drawing their


symbols on the area where they are best located. Then draw the layout,
connecting all these fixtures and to the septic vault with the sewer line
connecting to the street sewer.

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4. After drawing the layout, indicate the different pipes and fittings used by
drawing their symbols on the sewer line layout and write down also the
material specification for the fixtures used.

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Know
The Drainage System
The drainage system is sometimes referred to as the DWV
or
the
drainage, the waste and the vent system. The construction and installation of this
must conform to the provisions of the building and plumbing codes. Some of the
general requirements are as follows:
1. Pipes must be fitted and tightly connected to avoid leakage.
2. Ventilation must convey gases to the atmosphere.
3. Each fixture must be provided with a suitable trap to prevent backflow or
gases.
4. The fixture must be re-vented to avoid siphoning of the water seal.
5. Drainage pipes should be sloped or graded properly.
6. Drainage pipes should be provided with adequate clean out for
maintenance purposes.
The waste pipe which receives the discharge of any fixture except water
should be installed at 2% or 20mm slope per meter run. The size of the waste
pipe is to be considered in the installation as this pipe serves fixture discharges.
And when the pipe must be opened in case of trouble, a clean-out should also be
installed and must be accessible to the plumber.

Slope or Pitch
The soil pipe receives and conveys drainage of water closets and other
fixtures to the house drain. It should be properly concealed or embedded and
should be placed in a manner that the branches should be as short as possible.
As a rule, it should extend and terminate through the roof of the building.

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Second Floor

First Floor

The House Drain


The sanitary drain only receives discharges of sanitary and domestic
wastes only while the storm drain receives storm, clear water or surface water
wastes.

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A typical house drain is shown below.

The House Sewer


The portion of the horizontal drainage system starts from the outer surface
of the dwelling and terminates at the public sewer. A minimum size of 150mm
(6) is used for residential dwellings.

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The Storm Drain


It is the part of the plumbing system which conveys rain or storm water into
the street gutter. It is of two types: the inside storm drain and the outside storm
drain. Layout of the two is shown in the following illustrations.

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The Catch Basin


The catch basin water discharges from the roof and conveys it to the
storm drainage line. It is more or less of the same use as the area drain. It
also serves as a manhole for cleaning.
A Typical Catch Basin Detail

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Reflect and Understand


Directions: From the plan shown below, sketch the sewer line from the fixtures
to the street sewer. Label the drawing.

Requirements:
1 Kitchen Sink
1 Water Closet
1 Floor Drain
1 Septic Vault
1 Lavatory
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Transfer
Summative Test
Directions: From the layout you drafted. Draw a sanitary and plumbing layout
and details following the job requirement. Use approved standard height of
amenities.
Note: You are provided with a copy of the plan.

Requirements:
1- Kitchen Sink
1- Water Closet
1- Floor Drain
1- Septic Vault

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I. Enrichment Activity: Draft a septic vault for 5 7 persons


Procedure:
1. Refer from the table on recommended sizes of septic vaults. See if the
number of persons in the household fits in the data for recommended size
of vault.
2. Take down the measurements: width, height and length. Transfer such
measurement on your drawing paper.
3. Draw the outline of the septic vault with your pencil using light guidelines
only. As you draw the outline, draw also the thickness of the sides of the
septic vault, taking into consideration the thickness of CHB used for walls
partitions.

4. Indicate also the location of the manhole and the manhole cover. After
drawing the outline re-checked your measurements, write down your
dimensions and you are ready to draw the reinforcing bars. You may draw
your rebars covering the whole area of the vault or you can have a portion
of it only.

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5. Draw the vertical and horizontal bars for the reinforcement of the septic
vault. The standard distances and size of the rebars are 12mm for
vertical bars and 10mm for horizontal bars. For the slabs on top of it
would be 10mm spaced at 20cm on both ways of the slab.

6. Draw only the portion you wish to show the detail of the reinforcements.
Indicate now the inlet valve, in the digestion chamber its position or
location and its size, together with the outlet valve.
7. From the plan you have already drawn, project dimensions downward and
draw a longitudinal section of your septic vault. Remember the thickness
and measurements of the plan should be the same as your section.

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8. With the data on its depth you have gathered, layout the depth of the
septic vault, including its foundation and footing. Indicate the location of
your inlet and outlet valves which should have a distance from the bottom
of the slab of about 30 cm. for the air space and the water level.
9. Draw vertical and horizontal bars on the sides and on the footing.
10. Review the drawing, its dimensions and measurements. Finalize the
drawing by darkening the lines with a technical pen. Write down the
material specifications and construction notes.

CROSS
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Directions: Draft a catch basin detail with the following requirements:
1. Indicate the size of catch basin according to structural and design standard.
2. Draft outlines of both plan and sectional elevation.
3. Draft outlines of pipes and slope of pipes
4. Darken lines or ink drawing .draft dimensions and specifications.

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Post-Assessment
Answer the post assessment below to determine whether
there is significant increase in your understanding of the lesson on
drafting water distribution, sanitary and storm drainage systems.
The feedback to this post assessment is appended on page ____
Good Luck!

Direction: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer in the space
provided to each number.
_____1. A kind of fitting used to straight section pipes.
a. elbows
b. coupling
c. cross
d. tee
_____2. How is hot and cold water distributed from the source to different parts of the
building?
a. by pressurizing the source
c. by mixing hot and cold water
b. by raising water temperature
d. by chemical means
_____3. Used to close systems and to connect pipes that have to be
disassembled occasionally.
a. unions
b. plug valve
c. nipples d. reducers

_____4.

The preceding plumbing symbol indicates a -a. coupling.


c. straight cross
b. safety valve.
d. gate valve.
_____5. A fitting used to change direction of a pipe line either 90 degrees or
45 degrees.
a. T
b. cross
c. elbows
d. couplings
_____6. Used to close the end of a pipe.
a. cap
b. plug
c. bushing d. unions
_____7. The storm drainage is considered a part of the
a. plumbing system.
c. foundation system.
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b. electrical system.
d. elevation system.
_____8. Used to close an opening in a fitting.
a. cap
b. plug
c. bushing
d. unions
_____9. Which of these common plumbing symbols/abbreviations indicate a
junction box?
a. JXB
b. JBox
c. JB
d. JBX
_____10. The ideal or suggested size in constructing the septic tank with a 15
number of people is______.
a. depth- 1:20, W-1:0, L- 2:0
c. depth 1:50 , W- 1:20, L-1:50
b. depth- 1:50, W-1:5, L-150
d. depth 2:50, W-1:50, L -2:50
_____11. Used to reduce the size of an opening.
a. bushing
b. unions
c. cap
d. plug
_____12. A network of pipes and fittings that carry off wastes and each plumbing fixture
is titled with the appropriate pipe and fitting.
a. Sanitary installation
c. Drainage system
b. Polyvinyl pipe and fittings
d. Sanitary and storm drainage
_____13. Used to close systems and to connect pipes that are to be disassembled
occasionally.
a. cap
b. plug
c. bushing d. unions
_____14. A water distribution system shown in an elevation, on plan and on
isometric using the different symbols is called _________.
a. isometric draft
d. isometric water system
b. water system diagram
c. schematic drawing
_____15. Which is NOT a type of valve:
a. Gate valve
c. Check valve
b. Globe valve
d. Metal valve

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