Industrial Piping Course

Lesson 1 • Pipe Materials and Their Properties

Covers metallic and non-metallic pipe materials and their mechanical properties. Material selection criteria are tied directly to service conditions and fluid compatibility.

Lesson 2 • Fittings, Flanges, and Valves Basics

Identifies the primary connecting and controlling components in a piping system. Foundational knowledge here supports later work in assembly and system design.

Lesson 3 • Pipe Dimensions and Specifications

Introduces nominal pipe size, schedule, and wall thickness standards. Students apply dimensional data to select correct pipe for given pressure and temperature conditions.

Lesson 4 • Safety Culture in Piping Work

Establishes non-negotiable safety behaviours and hazard awareness specific to piping environments. Safety principles introduced here apply to every subsequent chapter.

Lesson 1 • Quantity Takeoff from Drawings

Applies drawing reading skills to calculate material quantities for procurement and planning. Accurate takeoffs reduce waste and support project scheduling.

Lesson 2 • Engineering Drawing Fundamentals

Covers projection methods, line types, and drawing conventions used in piping documents. Mastery here enables accurate interpretation of all subsequent drawing types.

Lesson 3 • Isometric Drawing Interpretation

Teaches reading of piping isometrics including spool identification and bill of materials. Students extract cut lengths, fitting counts, and weld locations from isometrics.

Lesson 4 • Piping Specifications and Data Sheets

Covers piping class specifications, material requisitions, and component data sheets. Students match specification requirements to physical components during procurement and installation.

Lesson 1 • Pipe End Preparation

Teaches beveling, facing, and deburring to prepare pipe ends for joining. Proper end preparation is critical to weld quality and leak-free mechanical joints.

Lesson 2 • Pipe Bending Techniques

Introduces cold and hot bending methods for producing accurate pipe offsets and bends. Students calculate bend allowances and verify finished angles against drawing requirements.

Lesson 3 • Pipe Threading and Mechanical Joining

Covers NPT threading, thread inspection, and assembly of threaded and grooved joints. Students apply correct torque and sealant practices to achieve leak-free connections.

Lesson 4 • Pipe Cutting Methods

Covers mechanical, thermal, and abrasive cutting techniques for various pipe materials. Correct method selection ensures clean, square cuts that meet weld preparation standards.

Lesson 1 • Weld Visual Inspection and Acceptance

Teaches visual examination of completed welds against standard acceptance criteria. Students identify and document surface discontinuities that require repair or rejection.

Lesson 2 • Welding Processes Used in Piping

Compares SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW processes for piping applications. Process selection criteria are linked to material type, position, and quality requirements.

Lesson 3 • Preheat, Interpass, and Post-Weld Treatment

Explains thermal treatment requirements for carbon steel, alloy, and stainless pipe welds. Students apply preheat and interpass temperature controls to prevent cracking and distortion.

Lesson 4 • Joint Design and Fit-Up for Pipe Welds

Covers butt, socket, and fillet weld joint configurations and fit-up tolerances. Correct fit-up directly determines weld quality and reduces rework rates.

Lesson 1 • Structural Attachment Methods

Teaches welding, bolting, and clamping methods for attaching supports to structures. Correct attachment ensures load transfer without damaging pipe or structure.

Lesson 2 • Thermal Expansion and Flexibility

Explains how thermal growth affects support design and pipe stress. Students identify expansion loops, offsets, and flexible connections that accommodate movement.

Lesson 3 • Support Installation and Inspection

Covers field installation sequence, alignment, and final inspection of pipe supports. Proper installation verification prevents premature failure and system vibration issues.

Lesson 4 • Support Spacing and Load Calculations

Covers span tables, weight calculations, and basic load determination for support design. Students apply span data to position supports within allowable deflection limits.

Lesson 1 • Fundamentals of Pipe Stress

Introduces sustained, thermal, and occasional load categories and their effects on pipe. Understanding load types is a prerequisite to interpreting stress analysis results.

Lesson 2 • Stress Analysis Documentation and Review

Covers preparation and review of stress analysis reports for engineering approval. Students verify that support locations and types match analysis assumptions in the field.

Lesson 3 • Vibration and Dynamic Load Management

Addresses flow-induced vibration, pulsation, and water hammer in piping systems. Students identify vibration sources and apply mitigation measures to protect system integrity.

Lesson 4 • Nozzle Loads and Equipment Connections

Explains allowable nozzle load limits for pumps, compressors, and vessels. Students design pipe routing to minimize loads transferred to sensitive equipment connections.

Lesson 1 • Commissioning Handover and Documentation

Explains punch list management, turnover packages, and final system acceptance procedures. Complete documentation ensures safe and traceable handover to operations personnel.

Lesson 2 • Hydrostatic Pressure Testing

Covers test pressure calculation, filling, pressurization, and hold-period requirements. Students prepare test packages and document results against acceptance criteria.

Lesson 3 • Pneumatic and Alternative Test Methods

Explains pneumatic testing risks, controls, and applications where hydrostatic testing is impractical. Alternative methods such as sensitive leak tests are also introduced.

Lesson 4 • Flushing and Cleaning Procedures

Teaches water flushing, air blowing, and chemical cleaning to remove construction debris. Clean systems prevent valve and instrument damage during initial operation.

Lesson 1 • Cryogenic Piping Systems

Explains material embrittlement, insulation, and cold box design for cryogenic service. Students apply special handling and purging procedures to prevent moisture and contamination.

Lesson 2 • Steam and High-Temperature Piping

Addresses creep, thermal fatigue, and material degradation in high-temperature steam systems. Students apply specialized support and expansion strategies for steam service.

Lesson 3 • Corrosive and Hazardous Fluid Systems

Covers material selection, lining, and double-containment strategies for corrosive and toxic fluids. Students apply additional leak detection and emergency isolation measures.

Lesson 4 • Utility and Fire Protection Piping

Addresses compressed air, nitrogen, cooling water, and fire suppression piping systems. Students apply system-specific design and testing requirements for each utility service.