Steamfitter/Pipefitter Apprenticeship Year 2 PFIT 2 Trades Training. Program Outline

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1 Steamfitter/Pipefitter Apprenticeship Year 2 PFIT 2 Trades Training Program Outline PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION DATE: February 2015 OUTLINE EFFECTIVE DATE: February 2015 PROGRAM OUTLINE REVIEW DATE: February 2020 GENERAL PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This Steamfitter/Pipefitter program delivers the Year 2 technical training competencies required in the British Columbia Steamfitter/Pipefitter apprenticeship trade. Steamfitter/Pipefitter means a person who installs, alters, or repairs steam and hot water boilers and system for generation and conveyance of steam and hot water and process piping systems in industrial project of manufacturing plants. Program Information: This program is Level 2 of 4 levels of the British Columbia Steamfitter/Pipefitter Apprenticeship program. Delivery: This program is delivered in block intake. Time for this program: 6 weeks Typical Structure of Instructional Hours: Practicum Hours (if applicable): Instructional Activity Duration Type of Practicum Duration Theory based training (approximately per day) Practical shop floor training (approximately per day) Trades Contact Hours 28 hrs/wk On-the-job Experience Formal Work Experience Other Total 1

2 Program Outline Author or Contact: Ernie Buziak, Instructor Signature APPROVAL SIGNATURES: Department Head Joy Brown Dean of Trades and Technology Dr. Jack Moes Department Head Signature Dean Signature EDCO Valid from: February 2015 February 2020 Education Council Approval Date PROGRAM PREREQUISITES AND TRANSFER CREDIT: Prerequisites: Sponsored Steamfitter/Pipefitter Apprentice that has successfully completed Year 1 technical training or Steamfitter/Pipefitter Foundation and completed the prerequisite number of hours of work experience, OR Flexible Assessment (FA): Journeyperson Steamfitter/Pipefitter (for skills upgrading) Credit can be awarded for this course through FA Yes No Learners may request formal recognition for flexible assessment at the College of the Rockies through one or more of the following processes: External Evaluation, Worksite Assessment, Demonstration, Standardized Test, Self-assessment, Interview, Products/Portfolio, Challenge Exam. Contact an Education Advisor for more information. Prior Learning Credit: Prior Course Number: Student may apply for prior learning credit with the ITA (Industry Training Authority), please visit for more information. Jan. 12, 2017 sk H:\OUTLINE\ProgramOutline\2015 Winter\PFIT 2.docx 2

3 Textbooks and Required Resources: Textbook selection varies by instructor and may change from year to year. At the Program Outline Effective Date the following textbooks were in use (most current edition): IPT's Pipe Trades Handbook WorkSafe BC Regulations Online Student Materials Package Recommended Resources: IPT's Guide to Blueprint Interpretation CSA B.149 Gas Code CSA B.214 Installation of Hydronic Heating Systems Modern Heating - Seigenthaller Canadian Electrical Code Fundamentals of Gas Utilization - Dutton Design of Fluid Systems - Spirex Sarco PROGRAM COMPETENCIES: Upon the successful completion of this program, students will be able to use measuring and leveling tools; use rigging and hoisting equipment; use mathematics and science (including electricity); read drawings and specifications; plan a project; join pipe; describe pumps; describe the operation of hydronic heating and cooling piping systems; describe controls for hydronic heating and cooling systems; install, test and commission hydronic heating and cooling systems; maintain and repair hydronic heating and cooling systems; prepare pipe and fittings; develop and use templates; develop a simple spool sheet; fabricate from spool sheets; use welding equipment; bend pipe; install supports, hangers, guides and anchors; erect a piping assembly; test and commission a piping assembly; install marine systems piping; install hydraulic piping systems; and install pneumatic and compressed air piping systems. Jan. 12, 2017 sk H:\OUTLINE\ProgramOutline\2015 Winter\PFIT 2.docx 3

4 TECHNICAL TRAINING CONTENT: PFIT 201 PFIT 202 PFIT 203 PFIT 204 PFIT 205 PFIT 206 Use Tools and Equipment Use measuring and leveling tools Use rigging and hoisting equipment Organize Work Use mathematics and science (including electricity) Read drawings and specifications Plan a project Prepare and Assemble Piping Components Join pipe Describe pumps Install Hydronic Heating and Cooling Describe the operation of hydronic heating and cooling piping systems Install, test and commission hydronic heating and cooling systems Maintain and repair hydronic heating and cooling systems Perform Layout, Fabrication and Installation Prepare pipe and fittings Develop and use templates Develop a simple spool sheet Fabricate from spool sheets Use welding equipment Bend pipe Install supports, hangers, guides and anchors Erect a piping assembly Test and commission a piping assembly Special Application Systems Install marine systems piping Install hydraulic piping systems Install pneumatic and compressed air piping systems EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT: Theory Practical Assignments Total % Of Total Grade 100% Passing Grade Final Mark minimum 70% overall. Note: When the apprentice completes the program, the instructor will report evaluation results to the Industry Training Authority. Jan. 12, 2017 sk H:\OUTLINE\ProgramOutline\2015 Winter\PFIT 2.docx 4

5 STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY: Students are expected to follow all College Policies and Practices as outlined in the program handout package. Regular attendance is encouraged for success in this program. Competency in the techniques and methods necessary to a given trade requires significant supervised practice. Students are expected to follow Policy "Vocational Student Withdrawals as a Result of Absence". WorkSafeBC regulations apply to all trades programs. Students are expected to behave accordingly. For shop activities students must have safety-toed footwear. This footwear must be worn at all times in the shop. Trades programs require that students own, use and maintain proper eye safety wear and work clothes (coveralls). Safety procedures must be followed while working in the shop area. The tool room attendant is also the first aid attendant for the building. Students may only work in the shop during assigned lab times. If an incident occurs, no matter how minor, students must report it to the tool room attendant immediately. INDUSTRY SITE VISITS: There may be off-site work practicums and field trips organized in the program as opportunity or resources are available during this program. Students ARE REQUIRED to supply their own transportation for practicums and field trips. Students are expected to follow all college policies and procedures when participating in off-campus activities. STUDENTS MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN: CSA approved personal protective equipment (PPE) CSA approved hardhat Steel-toed work boots Safety glasses Coveralls Reference material Gloves EXAM POLICY: Students must attend all required scheduled exams that make up a final grade at the appointed time and place. Individual instructors may accommodate for illness or personal crisis. Additional accommodation will not be made unless a written request is sent to and approved by the appropriate Department Head prior to the scheduled exam. Any student who misses a scheduled exam without approval will be given a grade of 0 for the exam. Jan. 12, 2017 sk H:\OUTLINE\ProgramOutline\2015 Winter\PFIT 2.docx 5

6 PROGRAM GRADE: Program grades are assigned as follows: COM Completed to defined standard 70 NCG No Credit Granted < 70 Successful completion of the in-school training for each level is defined as a final score of 70% or greater. (ITA website) ACADEMIC POLICIES: See for general college policies related to course activities, including grade appeals, cheating and plagiarism. PROGRAM CHANGES: Information contained in program outlines is correct at the time of publication. Content of the programs is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and marketing needs. The instructor will endeavour to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from programs. Jan. 12, 2017 sk H:\OUTLINE\ProgramOutline\2015 Winter\PFIT 2.docx 6