Overview

The Fundamentals of Plumbing Systems in Buildings - Abu Dhabi Plumbing Code Compliance course provides a thorough foundation in designing, installing, and managing plumbing systems in accordance with the Abu Dhabi Unified Plumbing Code (ADUPC).

Tailored for engineers, consultants, and construction professionals, this course addresses essential topics such as water supply, drainage, venting, fixtures, water heaters, solar systems, non-potable water reuse, medical gas, and fire protection.

work of the Municipal Electronic Permitting System (MePS). Delivered through 16 focused lessons enriched with real-world examples, visual aids, and quizzes, the course prepares learners to create compliant designs, coordinate multidisciplinary submissions, and support sustainable and safe building practices throughout Abu Dhabi.

Course Deliverables

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand the scope, structure, and requirements of the Abu Dhabi Unified Plumbing Code (ADUPC).
Identify and apply appropriate materials, installation standards, and design strategies for plumbing systems.
Accurately calculate fixture unit (FU) loads and pipe sizes for both water supply and drainage systems.
Integrate code-compliant solutions for fixtures, water heaters, solar systems, and storage tanks.
Design and coordinate complex plumbing layouts using MePS submission protocols.
Apply best practices in backflow prevention, testing, inspection, and system commissioning.
Design sustainable solutions involving graywater reuse, solar water heating, and smart pressure control systems.
Incorporate special systems including medical gas installations and firestop protection.
Ensure coordination with architectural, structural, and civil systems, particularly for multi-use and advanced system integration.