Wisconsin VTAE Pipefitting Apprenticeship Curriculum. Instructor Guide, Apprentice

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Wisconsin VTAE Pipefitting Apprenticeship Curriculum.
TITLE
Wisconsin
Instructor Guide, Apprentice Guide,
and
VTAE Pipefitting Competency Profile.
Northeast Wisconsin Technical Inst., Green Bay.
INSTITUTION
Wisconsin State Board of Vocational, Technical, and
SPONS AGENCY
Adult Education, Madison.
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ABSTRACT
This curriculum guide contains 18 units for a course
to assist apprentices in learning the pipefitting trade. Introductory
materials include lists of suggested audiovisual materials,
competencies, and textbooks and approximate times for each unit. Each
instructional unit includes some or all of the following components:
competencies, instructional objectives, learning activities,
application exercises, evaluation/checkout, list of equipment, list
of learning materials, audiovisual materials, and resources. Answers
to exercises and evaluations are appended to each unit. Units cover
introduction to the trade; brazing and soldering; chemical handling;
hot water heating systems; hydraulics; insulation; mathematics;
physics; pipe hangers and supports; pipe welding and welding--basic
skills; pneumatics; process pipe drafting; process piping
fabrication; process steam systems; refrigeration and air
conditioning; rigging; templet development; and valves, packings, and
gaskets. Copies are provided of the apprentice guides for each of the
units. These list the competency; instructional objectives; learning
activities; and evaluation/checkout. An attached handbook for
supervisors includes a series of application exercises for the
apprentice. They correspond with competencies and learning objectives
learned in the classroom. (YLB)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Foreword
2
Acknowledgments
3
Use of this Publication
4-6
Competencies
7-11
Textbooks
12-13
Approximate Times for Each Unit
14
Instructional Units
Introduction to the Trade I-V
Brazing and Soldering
Chemical Handling
Hot Water Heating Systems
Hydraulics I-VIII
Insulation
Mathematics I-IV
Physics I-V
Pipe Hangers and Supports
Pipe Welding I-III and Welding-Basic Skills
Pneumatics I-V
Process Pipe Drafting I-IV
Process Piping Fabrication I-IV
Process Steam Systems I-V
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Refrigeration and Air Conditioning I-VI
Rigging
Templet Development I-II
Valves, Packings, and Gaskets
Apprentice Guides
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Foreword
A project was initiated in 1987 to develop related instructiona4-
material for the Industrial Pipefitter Apprentice Curriculum in the
Wisconsin VTAE system.
The pr3ject had three primary purposes: (I)
develop a set of competencies or tasks for the pipefitting trade; (2)
from the competencies, develop an instructor's curriculum guide; and,
(3) from the competencies, develop an apprentice guide.
A statewide ad
hoc advisory committee composed of journeymen pipefitters and employer
representatives was formed to provide input and feedback as the project
progressed through its various phases.
The ad hoc advisory committee met at a two-day conference in 1988 under
the direction of David Molnar (Special Projects Director/Applied
The purpose of this conference was to
Technology Education Center).
define core topical areas and to identify relevant verbs to be used
throughout the two-day meeting.
As a result of the committees' work,
competency statements were developed and a Business and Industry
Questionnaire was created based on the statements.
Work on the second and third phases of the project began in the Fall of
The Business and Industry Questionnaire was sent to
1988.
approximately 50 businesses/individuals involved in the pipefitting
The questionnaire was used to validate and prioritize the
trade.
curriculum content.
Next, a meeting was called of the pipefitting
instructors to review the competencies and the curriculum topics.
As
the curriculum was written, the ad hoc advisory committee met to review
the curriculum content.
As a result of this coordinated effort between
industry and education, this guide was written.
It is designed to
provide uniformly high quality instruction to industrial pipefitter
apprentices throughout the state.
All involved in this project believe
that this guide will allow apprentices to be well prepared and
effective members of the pipefitting trade.
Paul Muhs, Curriculum Writer
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Green Bay, Wisconsin
June, 1989
Acknowl edgements
A project of this size requires the input and talents of many
individuals.
Appreciation is extended to the Pipefitting instructors
for their course materials and suggestions on texts and readings.
Also, the input and time of the Pipefitter Apprenticeship Ad Hoc
Committee was greatly appreciated.
Gratitude is expressed to the many corporations and manufacturers who
provided pamphlets, technical bulletins, sales literature, and
suggestions for this publication.
Thanks to Dave Molnar for making the transition between Phase 1 and 2
of the project a smooth one.
Thanks also to Donna DeBauche and Pat
Augustine for their editing and word processing work.
A special thanks to Roger Schauf for his "hands-off" management style
and his constant encouragement.
Use of This Publication
This publication is designed to assist teachers in improving
instruction and to assist apprentices in learning the pipefitting
Every effort has been made to make this publication readable
trade.
As with all instructional material, however, revision is
and useable.
necessary.
To assist in this process, a file is being maintained for
changes or additions.
If you find a typographical or spelling error
or an area where clarification of content is necessary, send your
recommendations for change to:
Associate Dean, Apprenticeship
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
2740 W. Mason St.
P.O. Box 19042
Green Bay, WI 54307-9042
Instructional Units
Each instructional unit includes some or all of the following
components: competencies, instructional objectives, learning
activities, application exercises, evaluation/checkout, equipment,
learning materials, audio-visual materials, and resources.
Careful
study of each instructional unit by the teacher will help determine
the amount of material that can be covered in each class period, the
skills that must be demonstrated, and the materials needed to develop
these skills.
Competencies and Instructional Objectives
The competencies in each unit are a listing of the occupational or
occupationally-related tasks to be addressed in that unit.
The
instructional objectives are stated in measurable terms which are
steps toward mastering a competency. Instruction and evaluation are
based on these objectives.
Learning Activities
In this section appropriate activities to help the apprentice master
the instructional objectives are listed.
This includes readings,
videotapes, worksheets, and assignment sheets.
Application Exercises
The application exercises provide the apprentice with skill
The exercises are designed to be completed
development experiences.
A list of the application exercises is provided in the
on-the-job.
Industrial Pipefitter Competency Profile which is included with this
If necessary, the instructor should demonstrate the
publication.
skills that are required to accomplish the exercises.
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This section outlines how the apprentice's performance of the
objectives will be evaluated.
This includes a worksheet, assignment
In addition, a sample of
sheet, application exercises, and/or a test.
test questions is included for each unit.
The test should be used as
a class-by-class evaluation of the objectives or as a final evaluation
after the unit is completed.
Eauipment
A listing of equipment and materials for the unit is mentioned in this
section.
For example, trainers and materials that would be useful in
providing the apprentice with concrete examples would be listed here.
Learning
A detailed listing of the materials that were mentioned in the
Learning Activities section is provided here.
A reference is given
for each reading.
A complete listing of all textbooks is given later
in this introductory section.
If an information sheet, assignment
sheet, or worksheet is used, a copy of it is included with the unit.
The information sheet is designed to provide material to rupplement
not duplicate the other readings.
The assignment sheet Lnd worksheet
provide the apprentice with a study and/or practice activity to help
him/her achieve the instructional objectives.
Audio-Visual Mateilals
When a videotape is used, a reference is given in this section.
Before the videotape is used, it should be previewed by the
Other than shipping and handling costs, most companies do
instrurtor.
For a complete description of the
not charge for this service.
videotapes, a catalog should be ordered from the companies.
Addresses
are given below for those companies whose videotapes were referenced
Before a videotape is purchased, the VTAE library system
frequently.
Some of the material is available
should be checked for availability.
See the Audio-Visual Materials
from manufacturers at no charge.
section in each unit for more information.
NUS Training Corporation
Tel-A-Train, Inc.
P.O. Box 4752
9950 W. Lawrence Ave.
Suite 401
309 N. Market St.
Schiller Park, IL 60176
Chattanooga, TN 37405
[phone]
[phone]
Contact Dorothy Burdziak Contact Evelyn Patterson
Video Training Resource, Inc.
Industrial Training, Inc.
2023 Eastern Ave. S.E.
7500 West 78th Street
Edina, MN 55435-2889
P.O. Box 7186
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
[phone]
Contact Thomas Linton
[phone]
Contact Ron Underwood
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Marshall Maintenance Productions
Industrial Training Corporation
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529 S. Clinton Avenue
13515 Dulles Technology Drive
Herndon, VA 22070
Trenton, NJ 08611
[phone]
[phone]
Contact Edwin Winder
ASTD Training Video Directory
L & K International Videotraining
American Society for Training
295 Evans Ave.
and Development
P.O. Box 940
Station U. 1630 Duke St.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M8Z 5P9
P.O. Box 1443
Alexandria, VA 22313
[phone]
Contact Maxine Jelilyan
[phone]
Request the Technical and Skill
Training Programs Directory.
Resources
This section provides the instructor with supplemental material, such
as books, pamphlets, and audio-visual material.
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Competenci es
Describe fundamental communication skills and how they influence
1.
work in the trade.
Demonstrate safe practices necessary in the trade.
2.
Recognize safe use of tools and equipment used in the trade.
3.
Identify proper procedures and potential problems of ladder and
4.
scaffold use.
Recognize equipment and clothing used to protect against hazards
5.
in the work environment.
Demonstrate safe practices for the use of common power tools used
6.
in the trade.
Demonstrate the use of the methods of measurement used in the
7.
trade.
Demonstrate the ability to use the air-acetylene and oxyacetylene
8.
torch.
Demonstrate the ability to clean, flux, and soft solder a joint.
9.
10. Demonstrate the ability to silver braze joints and silver braze
a copper to a steel joint.
11. Demonstrate general safe practices for handling chemicals.
12. Demonstrate the ability to withdraw chlorine and/or caustic
soda from containers.
13. Describe various types of hot water heating systems.
Identify types of boilers and appropriate safety devices for hot
14.
water heating systems.
15. Explain venting and piping considerations for hot lilter heating
systems.
16. Demonstrate the ability to maintain a hot water heating system.
17. Explain the basic principles involved in hydraulic system operation.
18. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of a hydraulic system.
19. Summarize safety practices for working on hydraulic systems.
20. Explain how the principles of pressure and flow are used in
hydraulic systems.
Identify hydraulic system symbols.
21.
22. Describe the purpose and characteristics of hydraulic fluid.
23. Explain how reservoirs and filters are used in a hydraulic system.
24. Identify components of reservoirs and filters.
25. Demonstrate the ability to clean and inspect a reservoir.
26. Demonstrate the types of pipe/tubing and fittings used to carry
hydraulic fluids.
27. Describe the types of seals and seal materials required for
hydraulic application.
28. Explain how leaks can be prevented in hydraulic systems.
29. Demonstrate the ability to work with pipe/tubing/hose used in
hydraulic systems.
30. Demonstrate the ability to install seals for hydraulic components.
31. Explain the purpose of hydraulic actuators and identify the
different types.
32. Indicate how a hydraulic actuator is chosen for a particular
application.
33. Demonstrate the ability to repair a hydraulic cylinder.
34. Explain the function and operation of directional controls,
pressure controls, and volume controls in a hydraulic system.
35. Determine what type of control is necessary for
a particular
application.
36. Demonstrate the ability to repair/install hydraulic controls.
37. Explain the function and operation of the various types of
pumps
used in a hydraulic system.
38. Perform various calculations concerning pump operation.
39. Demonstrate the ability to repair/install hydraulic
pumps.
40. Describe the purpose and operation of accumulators, coolers,
heaters, and intensifiers used in a hydraulic system.
41. Identify measurement instruments used in a hydraulic system.
42. Describe the components of a basic hydraulic circuit.
43. Identify the symbols used in a hydraulic circuit.
44. Identify applications of hydraulic circuits.
45. Draw hydraulic circuits.
46. Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic
systems.
47. Demonstrate the ability to diagnose and test hydraulic systems.
48. Evaluate different types of insulation that are used in the pipe-
fitting trade.
49. Demonstrate the abil"v to repair and install insulation.
50. Perform calculations in basic arithmetic.
51. Perform calculations in basic geometry.
52. Perform calculations in basic algebra.
53. Perform calculations using right triangles.
54. Perform calculations in trigonometry and generalize their
solutions to the trade.
55. Interpret basic electricity theory and practice as it relates to
troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance.
56. Describe energy and its relationship to work, power, and efficiency.
57. Identify the states of matter.
58. Define the properties of solids, liquids, and gases, and perform work
related calculations dealing with these properties.
59. Interpret the relationship among temperature, heat, and expansion.
60. Describe heat transfer.
61. Explain change of state.
62. Describe how heat influences change of state.
63. Demonstrate the use of steam tables.
64. Describe the purpose of hangers and supports in piping systems.
65. Demonstrate the ability to install/fabricate hanger and support
setups.
66. Differentiate between categories of pipe welding.
67. Identify pipe welding qualification positions.
68. Describe safety requirements for pipe welding.
69. Demonstrate equipment required for pipe welding setup,
70. Demonstrate the ability to use welding setup equipment.
71. Discuss the use of pipe symbols in blueprint reading and layout
for pipe welding.
72. Identify symbols for pipe and pipe fittings.
73. Describe the advantages of using isometric drawings for pipe
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