Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

1. Describe safety and environmental issues associated with joining equipment and pipe including, but not limited to, pressurization, hot work permitting, area monitoring for flammable concentrations, potential asbestos, and lead exposures.
2. Given a pipe diameter on a threaded connection, determine the correct length of threads for that pipe.
3. Describe different types and appropriate application of pipe thread sealing compound and tape.
4. Discuss the precautions that are necessary when dealing with slip type fittings (i.e., Dresser type couplings).
5. State the specifications that should be met when choosing bolts and nuts.
6. State the tightening sequence and numbering system for all size flange connections.
7. Describe the appropriate length of a bolt for a particular job.
8. Given a used threaded fastener, explain what you are looking for and determine whether the fastener can be re-used.
9. Given a torque wrench from your location:
   • State how often a torque wrench must be calibrated.
   • Locate the calibration records for the torque wrench.
   • Locate the calibration specifications for the torque wrench.
   • Demonstrate the proper care and maintenance of the torque wrench.
10. Define Abnormal Operating Conditions (AOC) and describe AOCs that may be encountered while performing pipe connections and the appropriate response to each.