Module Details

Module Code: CRAF7008
Title: Workshop Pipe Fabrication
Long Title: Workshop Pipe Fabrication
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2013/14 ( September 2013 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2150 - Craft
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to provide students with the required practical knowledge to be able to recognise various pipe fabricating techniques and select the correct material for a particular purpose. The students will carry out a number of processes such as pipe fabrication and fastenings, pressure testing, jointing methods and use of templates on large diameter pipework systems.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Construct a pipe fabrication project.
LO2 Design and select the manufacture and use of templates.
LO3 Perform exercises using close tolerance measuring on large diameter pipe.
LO4 Perform different pressure testing techniques on pipe projects.
LO5 Design and select pipe bracketing methods for large diameter pipework installations.
LO6 Select the components for the correct pipe jointing methods.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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Indicative Content
Pipe Fabrication Project.
Vertical and horizontal pipe alignment and measurement. Fabricate pipe-work project, prepare and tack weld branches, butt welds, reducing pieces and blanks.
Manufacture and use of Templates.
Using templates to fabricate various pipe-work components.
Pressure Testing.
The correct procedure for safe pressure tests on pipe-work e.g. hydralic test pump, manual and electric. The dangers associated with pressure testing.
Jointing Methods.
Types of flanges, welded joints, threaded joints, viataullic jointing. Types of compounds and gaskets for high and low pressure systems.
Surface Grinding.
Surface grinding of materials to tolerances.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 4
Assessment Description
Pressure testing techniques.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 70
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Construct a pipe fabrication project.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Mechanical Services Workshop Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Study Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Mechanical Services Workshop Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Study Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • S.D. Bowman. (2008), Modern Methods of Pipe Fabrication, [ISBN: 087511008].
  • Mohinder L. Nayyar. (2007), Piping handbook, McGraw-Hill, New York, [ISBN: 9780070471061].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_ECTMS_7 Bachelor of Science in Craft Technology - Mechanical Services 5 Mandatory