RedVector AMPBP01CEN

Pipes and Valves: Basic Pipefitting Skills

Pipes and Valves: Basic Pipefitting Skills

0.57 hr. Online Course

Level: Advanced

Item#: AMPBP01CEN

SME: Jim Taube

USD$49.95 InStock 2029-01-01
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Basic Pipefitting Skills is a course designed to familiarize participants with basic techniques for determining piping configurations and dimensions, measuring and cutting pipe, and correctly installing pipe and fittings. After completing this course, participants should be able to identify common piping and fittings, use blueprints and other drawings to determine piping configurations, measure and cut pipe, and install piping and fittings that are plumb, level, and square.
Objectives SME Course Applies to
Course Objectives
  • Explain how piping is sized.
  • Identify common piping.
  • Identify common pipe fittings and explain how each is used.
  • Recognize and interpret Plan Views and Elevation Views.
  • Use blueprints and drawings to determine piping configurations, dimensions, and fittings required.
  • Verify materials for a piping installation using a Bill of Materials.
  • Identify drawing symbols that are used for common welded, screw, and flanged pipe fittings.
  • Take accurate measurements with a six-foot rule and a retractable tape.
  • Express piping measurements correctly orally and in writing.
  • Identify beginning and ending points of piping measurements.
  • Define the terms "take-off" and "make-up" as they pertain to piping.
  • Calculate fitting take-off and actual pipe lengths required from both blueprints and existing installations.
  • Measure, mark, and cut piping into required lengths.
  • Define the terms "plumb," "level," and "square" as they pertain to piping installations.
  • Use a level and a square to correctly install piping.
    • SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Jim Taube
    Jim Taube Photo
    Jim possesses degrees in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Clarkson University in New York and Electrical Power Technology from Bismarck State College.
     
    He has extensive industrial experience with 23 years in the pulp and paper industry and 12 years in institutional and pharmaceutical facility management.
     
    His responsibilities have included engineering design, electrical and mechanical maintenance, and power plant utilities management.
     
    Areas of expertise include HVAC design, commissioning and qualification, construction administration, and energy cost savings initiatives.
     
    Jim’s credentials include being registered as a Professional Engineer and the Certified Energy Manager and Auditor certifications.
     
    Jim is married and lives in Middletown, OH and has 4 married children.
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