BC's Indigenous Public Post-Secondary Institute

BTPT-060 - Bridging to Trades Piping Trades -

BTPT-060 - Bridging to Trades Piping Trades -

Course Details
This course offers learners the skills and theory required for entrance into the piping trade. Learners will learn to fit pipe materials together as well as some basic plumbing procedures. Learners are required to join both metal and plastic pipes using thread cutting machines. Learners will also be introduced to the basic plumbing procedures required to perform tasks such as changing fixtures and assembling plumbing equipment. Employment skills and workplace safety will also be emphasized.
Part of the:
  • CAREER TRAINING (TRADES) Department
  • Available/Required in the following Programs:
  • Bridging to Trades Certificate -
  • Prerequisites : Workplace Math 10, English 10 or English First Peoples 10
    Course Outline
    Instructors Qualifications: Red Seal Certified Plumber/Pipe Fitter.
    Office Hours: 1.5 hours per week
    Contact Hours: 60
    Student Evaluation
    Procedure:
    Assignments 50-70%, Final 30-50%, Total 100%. Grading procedures to follow NVIT policy.
    Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:
  • demonstrate a knowledge of the safety precautions required in the piping trade enviroment;

  • demonstrate the use and name of hand and power tools used in pipe trades;

  • select the correct tool and proper size for the desired task;

  • describe ferrous pipe and fittings used in the pipe trades;

  • demonstrate and describe pipe threading using hand and power tools; and

  • describe non ferrous metal pipe and fittings.
  • Text and Materials:
    Other Resources: Course pack.
    Transfer Credits: For more information visit: www.bctransferguide.ca
    Other Information: