40 courses with the subject PIPE, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Study of selected branches of physics and math applied to pipefitting. Areas covered include properties of matter, heat, math and mechanics. 5C/2/3/0
Care and use of tools and equipment and uses of different types of pipe fittings, hangers and the assembly of pipe and fittings are covered. 4C/0/4/0
Course consists of tube bending, flaring, soldering, brazing and rigging. 4C/0/4/0
Fundamentals of electric circuits, motors, capacitors, terminology, transformers and wiring diagrams. Practice using multi meters and diagnosing control circuits. 3C/1/2/0
This is an introductory course on gas used in gas fired heating systems. Areas covered include natural gas burners, LP gas, burners, pipe sizing, flue venting, electricity and safety pertaining to gas fired systems. 3C/2/1/0
Introductory course in basic electrical theory and electrical circuits. Electrical safety, terminology and circuit layout. Proper operation and care for multi meters. 2C/1/1/0
Fundamental concepts of refrigeration are presented, Fundamental practices of repairing and maintaining refrigeration systems. 4C/1/3/0
Introductory course on low pressure steam. Areas include boiler, piping and heat transfer units. Fundamental concepts of heating and air conditioning are presented. Heat transfer theory and accessories. 4C/1/3/0
This course is a basic study of hydronic heating and cooling systems. Areas include systems, piping layout and figuring heat loss and cooling load. 4C/1/3/0
Study of basic drafting principles as they relate to piping drawing and blueprints. 2C/0/2/0
Introductory course for OxyAcetylene torch setup safety and operation. Shielded Metal Arc Welding setup and operation concentrating on Fillet Welding. 3C/0/3/0
This course covers the requirements for SMAW on open root joints. OxyFuel torch cutting and beveling of piping. Arc welding on both plate and pipe. 2C/0/2/0
Basic knowledge necessary to the beginning of a pipefitting career. 2C/0/2/0
This course is designed to fill out an experienced pipefitter’s resume based on knowledge and acquiring certification levels. 2C/0/2/0
This course is intended to provide the apprentice a strong foundation in stationary steam engineering, separate or combined low and high pressure and liquid systems. 2C/1/1/0
Care and use of tools and equipment used by the pipefitter. Study the pipe math necessary for pipe installation. Different types of pipe, pipe fittings, hangers and supports. Skills needed to install steel threaded pipe with both straight and offset runs. 2C/0/2/0
Advanced pipe layout math skills. Skills needed to run copper, PVC, CPVC. This will include soldering, bending, and flaring copper. Threading, gluing, and fusing of plastic pipe. Students will have the opportunity to receive a Certification in Fusion Installation. 2C/0/2/0
This course covers applied refrigeration and air conditioning for first year pipe trade apprentices. The course focuses on the understanding of refrigeration theory and its application as it relates to the installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional refrigeration and air conditioning systems. A strong emphasis is placed on electrical theory, electrical application, electrical code, and electrical safety, as it applies to both low and high voltage circuits of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. 2C/0/2/0
This course is intended to provide a fundamental understanding of the various mechanical equipment and controls associated with heating and air conditioning equipment. Basic schematics, fundamentals of electricity and in-field troubleshooting techniques will also be covered. 2C/0/2/0
This course is intended to provide the apprentice a basic understanding of electricity. This course will combine both text and practical hands-on work. 2C/0/2/0
This course is on learning control of modem air conditioning, ventilation, and heating equipment. Part of the course will be on design, service, and basic understanding of various air handling systems. Another part will be hands-on pneumatic and electric controls. 2C/0/2/0
This course provides an understanding of instrumentation, controls and pneumatics for industrial, manufacturing and process plants. 2C/0/2/0
This course encompasses electrical wiring diagrams electronic control theory and circuits related to the components used in the installation and repair of Refrigeration systems. Refrigeration mechanical components and related equipment and tools used for installation and repair. 2C/0/2/0
This course is intended to provide the apprentice a strong foundation in the fundamentals of electrical theory, terminology, and application. This information will provide the apprentice with a background for understanding the basic operation of various types of electrical circuits and equipment. 2C/0/2/0
This course is designed to assist students in understanding computer concepts including the functions of the Internet and the Web. 2C/0/2/0
This course will cover both the METAL and the MENTAL aspect of the role of Foreman/Supervisor, as well as how to deal with both employers (management) needs and wants, and following the rules of labor unions, OSHA, demanding General Contractors and others. 2C/0/2/0
This course will introduce the fundamentals in the design of ASNE B31.1 Power Piping, material selection, and supports. The course will provide the UA Apprentice examples of applications of power piping codes, and proper piping material selection and installation. Classroom examples will be demonstrated on the fundamentals of ordering materials, calculating pipe hanger loads, flexibility analysis, design of expansion loops, cold springing, hanger selection and installation, hanger spacing and inspection, and reaction forces on piping systems. The course will provide hands-on experience in the installation of constant and variable spring hangers and proper piping installation practices. 2C/0/2/0
This course covers the necessary steps for pipe trades apprentices and journeymen to start up, test, and balance heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Students shall learn to test and balance systems by instruction and hands-on experience in measuring quantities such as pressures, temperature, the rates at which air and water are flowing, and electrical current and voltage. These measurements are then compared with corresponding quantities called for by the design specifications, and any necessary regulating is done to make actual measurements meet required values. 2C/0/2/0
This is a course on gas and oil power burners and related control systems. The course will include flame safety controls and boiler controls. Also included will be different boiler and burner types and designs. 2C/0/2/0
This course is focused on computer based electronic control systems that control a wide variety of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration (HVACR) and other equipment installed in buildings which regulate environmental systems. 2C/0/2/0
This course is designed to prepare students for the City of Saint Paul Competency Card in refrigeration code. 1C/0/1/0
This course covers the installation and repair of fuel oil burning equipment, storage tanks and piping systems. Codes governing the installation and start up and service of this equipment will be covered. The emphasis in this course will be to apply knowledge learned in this class to the safe and proper installation and service of equipment and to obtain a certificate of competency for this work. 1C/0/1/0
This course covers the installation and repair of gas burning equipment and piping systems. Codes governing the installation and start up and service of this equipment will be covered. 1C/0/1/0
This course is intended to provide the student with information on the proper and safe piping of hot water. 1C/0/1/0
The purpose of this course is for registered Pipefitter Apprentices to learn and understand the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, High Pressure Piping and Code for Power Piping Systems. Registered apprentices shall also be instructed in the current proper piping practices for the installation of steam, hot water, oil, and ammonia refrigeration systems. 2C/0/2/0
The purpose of this course is for registered pipefitter apprentices to learn and understand the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, High Pressure Piping and Code for Power Piping Systems. Registered apprentices shall also be instructed in the current proper piping practices for the installation of high steam pressure steam systems. 2C/0/2/0
Review of Hydronics heating and cooling systems. Introduction to boiler types, such as fire tube, water tube, condensing, and no condensing boilers. Students will understand hot water, low pressure steam, and high pressure steam boilers. Learning how to size pipe to attain delivery of desired BTU’s to equipment. Discussion and understanding of the different burner fuel systems, as in natural gas, oil, propane, and electric. Students will understand burner ignition, and flame safety. Thorough coverage of pumps for HVAC systems, covering different types, i.e. positive displacement, and non positive displacement, pump installation, alignment, and repair. Pumping system calculations on pumping head & GPMs and pump curve analysis. 2C/0/2/0
Covers Industry safety practices, professionalism, communication and mutual respect. Also covers United Association History: how the United Association became an organization of trade workers, the importance of the collective bargaining agreement, and work site performance. 2C/0/2/0
Covers industry safety standards, ASHRAE standards, HVAC-R Star Certification program curriculum. 2C/0/2/0
This course provides the knowledge required to properly rig and lift piping equipment associated with the installation of piping systems. 2C/0/2/0
Source: Saint Paul College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
