Department:

Department of Construction

Programme Name:

Plumbing & Sheet Metal Workplace Safety

Programme Description

This module covers the competencies required to weld/braze metals associated with the fabrication, installation and repair of plumbing components and systems, using oxy-acetylene equipment.  The person would work autonomously or within a team environment using predetermined standards of quality, safety, work and welding procedures. Materials welded may include low carbon steel, cast iron, etc. Preparation of materials would be minimal and include preheating, setting up jigs, fixtures, clamps, etc. Setting up may include the correct connection of hoses, blowpipes, regulators etc., and correct settings of gas mixtures 
The competencies encompassed in this module is equivalent to Level 4 of the National Qualifications for Plumbing Trade.

Course Learnings

Plan and prepare for work 
Demonstrate and prepare materials and equipment  
Demonstrate the installation, testing and lighting of welding torch 
Perform and apply welding on given material 
Demonstrate the step by step procedures of closing the oxyacetylene gas,  
Cleaning up of welding area,

Level

Certificate

Notes

Fees