Major Work Activity C – Completes new construction

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select and locate material and components

material and components are selected and located according to drawings and specifications

measure material

material is measured to ensure dimensions are according to drawings and specifications

select and use tools

tools are selected and used according to task at hand

perform mathematical calculations

mathematical calculations are performed to obtain proper orientation, alignment and projections according to specifications

transfer dimensions and measurements

dimensions and measurements are transferred to components and materials according to drawings and specifications

make jigs and templates

jigs and templates are made according to task at hand and specifications

identify and mark final product

various sections of final product are identified and marked for site assembly and installation using various identification methods

prepare and clean material to be cut

material to be cut is prepared and cleaned

demonstrate knowledge of the procedure to lay out material and components for fabrication and the associated tools and equipment

identify, select and use measuring, checking and layout tools

identify types of materials to be used and components being fabricated

describe the various layout methods

avoid material waste through pre-planning

describe how to develop a template using parallel lines and radial line development

demonstrate knowledge of calculations required to lay out components

calculate dimensions of squares, rectangles and circles for layout

calculate orientation, alignment and projections

demonstrate knowledge of drawing interpretation

layout and fabricate components from drawings

read a drawing to determine the materials required and layout template or components

read a drawing and identify the components listed for fabrication

list and describe the abbreviations applicable to layout and development

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select cutting method

cutting method is selected according to material type, dimensions, task at hand and specifications

select tools and equipment

tools and equipment are selected according to task at hand

set up cutting tools

cutting tools are set up according to specifications

position and secure material

material to be cut is positioned and secured

perform cut

cut is performed according to drawings and specifications

measure components

components are measured to ensure accuracy

demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to cut components for fabrication and their associated tools and equipment

identify and describe cutting tools and equipment and list their uses and limitations

describe cutting using manual and mechanical processes

describe the process of cutting material of various thickness

identify and describe oxy-fuel cutting equipment

explain the set-up of oxy-fuel cutting equipment

define the principle of the oxy-fuel gas cutting process

identify the characteristics of oxygen and fuel gas cylinders

explain the purpose of a manifold system

identify and select fuel gases for manual and automatic oxy-fuel cutting of carbon steel

identify and describe regulator types, purposes, and their adjustments and care

describe the construction and maintenance of hoses, fittings and flashback arrestors

explain and demonstrate the setting of oxy-fuel pressures, balancing and flame adjustments

list the causes of backfires and flashbacks

describe the design, maintenance, selection and operation of oxy-fuel tips

describe the setup and operation of CAC-A (carbon arc cutting-air) equipment (gouger)

describe the setup and operation of PAC (plasma arc cutting) equipment

describe cutting processes involved in cutting alloy steels and non-ferrous metals

perform pipe cutting to size using a pipe cutter or oxy-fuel cutting process

explain the correct procedure to check for leaks

identify cutting issues

demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to thread components for fabrication and their associated tools and equipment

identify and describe threading tools and equipment and list their uses and limitations

describe threading of pipe using manual and mechanical processes

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select and use shop equipment

shop equipment is selected and used to form components

select and use hand and power tools

hand and power tools are selected and used to form components

shape components

components are shaped by using forming methods according to specifications

check components

components are checked for dimension and tolerance according to specifications

finish fabricated material

fabricated material is finished by buffing, cleaning and grinding

demonstrate knowledge of procedures to form components and their associated tools and equipment

identify the tools and equipment required to fabricate components

describe methods used to identify fabricated components and assemblies

identify forming methods

demonstrate knowledge of drawing interpretation

interpret dimensions, symbols and abbreviations on drawings

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select and use tools and equipment

tools and equipment are selected and used according to task at hand and specifications

align and orient components

components are aligned and oriented to fit according to match-mark, drawings and specifications

secure components

components are secured to ensure correct alignment and to maintain their shape by using various securing methods

join components

components are assembled using joining methods

demonstrate knowledge of the procedures to construct components and their associated tools and equipment

interpret dimensions, symbols and abbreviations on drawings

list fastening, securing and joining methods

identify required tools and equipment specific to fastening method and specifications

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select alignment tools and equipment

alignment tools and equipment are selected according to industry practices

identify reference point

reference point is identified according to drawings and specifications

set vessels and components

vessels and components are set at desired location according to engineer-approved drawings and specifications

check elevation, orientation and projection of vessels and components

elevation, orientation and projection of vessels and components are checked to confirm placement

demonstrate knowledge of the procedures to align vessels and components and their associated tools and equipment

identify alignment tools and equipment and their functions and limitations

describe the layout and fit-up of bottom, shell, roof and openings

describe the preparation, fit-up and alignment of horizontal and vertical seams

describe orientation, elevation and projection methods and procedures

demonstrate knowledge of drawing interpretation

interpret information from approved drawings and specifications

identify reference points according to approved drawings and specifications

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inventory and assemble components

components are inventoried and assembled according to approved drawings and specifications

check components

components are checked for fit and function by measuring and pre-assembly

select and use tools and equipment

tools and equipment are selected and used according to task at hand

measure, match-mark and cross reference elevation, orientation and projection of components

elevation, orientation and projection of components are measured, match-marked and cross-referenced according to engineer-approved drawings and specifications

attach components

components are attached using attachment methods

demonstrate knowledge of the procedures to fit vessels and components and their associated tools and equipment

identify and describe assembly requirements and procedures

describe fitting methods and procedures

list tools and equipment used to fit vessels and components and their functions and limitations

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select bolts

bolt types, grades and sizes for application are selected according to approved drawings and specifications

prepare components

components are prepared prior to fastening using preparation methods

select approved gasket

approved gasket is selected according to specifications

select approved lubrication

approved lubrication is selected according to specifications

install hardware

hardware is installed according to job specifications

select and use tools and equipment

tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements

ensure final fit

final fit is ensured before tightening bolts on vessels and components

torque or tension bolts

bolts are torqued or tensioned according to specifications

demonstrate knowledge of the techniques used to bolt components and their associated tools and equipment

identify types, grades and sizes of bolts

identify types of gaskets and flanges

identify types of lubricants

identify types of torqueing and tensioning equipment

describe bolting and torqueing sequence

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select and use expansion tools and equipment

expansion tools and equipment are selected and used according to manufacturers’ specifications

disassemble, clean, lubricate and reassemble rolling components

rolling components are disassembled, cleaned, lubricated and reassembled to prevent damage to equipment

prepare surface

surface is prepared by using tube reamer, grooving tool and tube brushes to buff and clean

roll tubes

tubes are rolled according to job specifications

measure initial and final expansion

final expansion is verified with initial calculations to confirm job specifications by using measuring instruments

demonstrate knowledge of the techniques used to expand tubes and their associated tools and equipment

define expansion theory and describe techniques to expand tubes

define terms associated with tube hole arrangement

describe the process of tube rolling

identify types of baffles and describe their function and installation procedures

identify tube sheet layouts and state their preference of application

describe different types of exchanger heads

list and describe factors to consider in tube expanding procedures for condensers and exchangers

list the basic steps associated with tube installation

state the recommended tube expansion sequences with reference to tube sheet layout, its area and shape

describe how to measure the inside diameter of a tube

determine the recommended percentage wall reduction for ferrous and non-ferrous materials

list recommended lubricants

identify the optimum length of expanded seat

describe the reason for grooved seats

list and describe the uses and limitations of tube equipment

identify the factors affecting the quality of an expanded joint

describe the operational relationship of the mandrel and rolls

describe the purpose of bell rolls

describe the purpose and process of tube beading

identify and define the propulsive type of expander

explain the principle involving explosive tube expansions

describe tube flaring using flaring tools

demonstrate knowledge of calculations required when expanding a tube

calculate the expanded diameter (final ID) of a tube

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select and use tools and equipment, and PPE

tools, equipment and PPE are selected and used according to jurisdictional regulations and SDS

prepare surface

surface is prepared by grinding, sanding and cleaning

mix fiberglass resins

fiberglass resins are mixed according to manufacturers’ and job specifications, and environmental considerations

apply lay-up techniques

lay-up techniques are applied according to manufacturers’ specifications

identify and repair malformations

malformations are identified and repaired

store and dispose of fiberglass materials

fiberglass materials are stored and disposed of according to SDS

demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to lay up fiberglass and the associated tools and materials

describe procedures involved in fiberglass lay-up

identify types and grades of fiberglass materials

describe mixing and curing procedures

identify accelerators, retarders and promoters

identify certification requirements

describe the handling and storage process for the chemicals required to assemble fiberglass pipe and vessels

describe the process of drilling

describe the process of bolting

describe process for handling and mixing resins, catalysts and associated chemicals

describe safety considerations for handling and mixing resins, catalysts and associated chemicals

describe the process of cutting

describe the process of grinding

describe the process of laminating glass

identify and describe the resins and fiberglass materials required for lay-up and repairs

describe the uses of fiberglass in tanks, silos, stacks, scrubbers, breeching and piping

define the purpose of fiberglass materials

describe the process to facilitate repairs on round and flat surfaces

list and describe the tools and materials used for preparation and assembly

list and describe measuring equipment

list and describe lay-up equipment

demonstrate knowledge of drawing interpretation

interpret specification drawings