| FIRST
YEAR |
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Math
Covers principles of basic math, pipe measurements, formulas
for related math in the pipe trades, metric measurements and
instruments used for the layout of piping systems.
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Use
and Care of Tools
Keeps apprentices aware of current information on various types
of tools, the correct and safe use of tools and knowledge of
when and how they should be used as well as proper care of tools.
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Soldering
& Brazing/Oxy-Acet Cutting
Preparation and joining of the cup type copper tube joint both
by the soldering and brazing methods. Proper and safe use of
tools, torches, solders, filler metals and fluxes used in making
copper tube joints. Brazing techniques for the installation
of medical gas systems and certified brazer qualification.
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Rigging
& Signaling
Affords apprentices with information necessary to protect themselves
and their fellow workers against injury while handling the materials
and equipment they work with every day. |
Heritage
An overview of the opportunities provided in a pipe trades career
as well as the responsibilities and attitudes required for success.
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| SECOND
YEAR |
Related
Science
Covers properties of water, laws of hydraulics and pneumatics
as they relate to piping systems, basic principles of mechanics
to tools of the pipe trades, metals used in the piping industry,
corrosion and its effect on piping materials. |
Drawing
Interpretation
Provides an introduction to basic drawing tools, measuring tools
and lettering skills; three-view, plan view and elevation view
drawings; graphic symbols for pipe fittings and valves; interpretation
of technical diagrams; piping drawings; interpretation of building
plans and building specifications. |
Air
Conditioning
Installation and service are covered in-depth for all types
of air conditioning systems. Covers theory, psychrometrics,
all types of related equipment, energy conservation, heat recovery,
sound abatement and other topics with which pipe trades journeypersons
must be familiar. |
Plumbing
Fixtures and Installations
Covers the handling and installation of the various types of
plumbing fixtures and appliances. Also provides information
on accessories and fixture controls (flushmeters, faucets, etc.). |
Electricity
Safety and the basic fundamentals of electricity are needed
to understand the function and operation of the electric and
electronic controls used in connection with mechanical systems. |
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| THIRD
YEAR |
High
Pressure Steam & Power Piping
Latest information on safe and efficient operation of high pressure
boilers and related equipment; includes steam boiler operations,
fittings and accessories, boiler operation safety, combustion
and computer-assisted combustion controls, boiler water treatment
and testing. |
Water
Supply
Water treatment, water mains and services, building water supply
systems and hot water supply; provides detailed descriptions
of the purpose and function of the various components of a water
supply system. |
Advanced
Plan Reading
Working sketches, the development of sleeve and coordinated
drawings and an introduction to computer aided drafting (CAD).
Specifications and building plans are covered. |
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| FOURTH
YEAR |
Welding
Oxy-acetylene and oxy-fuel cutting and welding progressing through
shielded metal-arc welding test procedures. Safety is stressed
throughout as the tools, equipment, types of rod weld positions,
proper gaps, bevels and various types of lap and butt joints. |
Drainage
Sewage disposal, sewers and drains, building drainage systems,
the plumbing trap and venting the drainage system. |
Pneumatic
Controls
Basic pneumatic control principles aimed at providing a general
knowledge of the subject to all pipe tradespersons. |
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| FIFTH
YEAR |
Plumbing
Code
Preparation to pass the Maryland State Journey Plumber examination. |
Backflow
Certification
Presents guidelines for acceptable practices for testing, annual
inspection and repair and maintenance of backflow prevention
assemblies used in cross-connection control programs. |
Advanced
Welding
Process used to connect pipe and fittings together in a manner
that will keep them as strong as the piping system itself. This
includes TIG, MIG, Stick and orbital welding. |
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