PHCC/Moore's PLUMBING 101, 7e, provides straightforward explanations for real-world plumbing scenarios. This is the first title in a series of four plumbing apprentice training books developed in partnership with the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors (PHCC) Educational Foundation. The series addresses critical plumbing concepts, introducing topics in the first book and providing more detail in subsequent books. The text mimics common learning experiences of apprentices and professionals who gain more field experience with more in-depth knowledge. The book covers residential and commercial plumbing, focusing on basic plumbing principles and codes. This 7e includes expanded coverage of topics from daily work to career path options.

The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) Educational Foundation was founded in 1987 by a partnership of contractors, manufacturers and wholesalers. Its mission is to provide workforce development, management education and technical training to advance the growth and career success of those employed in the plumbing and HVACR industry. Edward T. Moore is the author of the RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY PLUMBING video set as well as PLUMBING 101, PLUMBING 201, PLUMBING 301 and PLUMBING 401. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering technology and a master’s degree in technology systems with a concentration in manufacturing engineering. Ed is currently the department manager and instructor for the Building Construction Trades and Air Conditioning Program at York Technical College in Rock Hill, S.C., where he has also served as an instructor for the Industrial Maintenance and Welding programs. Ed is a former licensed Master Plumber for South Carolina. He has earned the NATE certification in Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps and is a certified Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma. Ed was previously certified as a HERS (Home Energy Rating Services) instructor through RESNET.