Small Bore Tubing and Pipework: SCQF Level 6

There are no prerequisites for this course.

• Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of safe working.
• Gain knowledge in the preparation of components and how to identify the condition of small bore tubing pipework.
• Understand how to carry out a performance test on the condition of small bore tubing pipework in a mechanical plant.
• Ability to recognise the Health and Safety issues related to small bore tubing and pipework.
• Gain an understanding of the principles of small bore tubing and pipework.

• Pipe and tubing materials and their applications, size and pressure rating, bending and joining processes including compression fittings
• Threaded fittings, types of thread, assembly procedures and related industry standards
• Measuring and marking out tubing for accurate bending using bend allowance calculations
• Tube cutting and bending, use of hand tube bending machines
• Assembly of compression fittings
• Hydrostatic pressure test of manufactured assembly

Delegates will undertake a multiple-choice examination paper to demonstrate they have achieved the key learning outcomes detailed above.

Safety footwear, coveralls, safety glasses and gloves.