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This document provides information on the Pipe Jointing module. The module is 5 credits and is offered at NFQ Level 6. It introduces students to various jointing methods for copper, PVC, vulcathene and plastic piping. Students will learn to recognize different jointing methods and apply them to assemble pipe projects. They will also safely use hand and machine tools. The module is assessed through three practical pipe projects, a skills evaluation, and short answer questions examining jointing methods and materials.

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Module Pipe Jointing

This document provides information on the Pipe Jointing module. The module is 5 credits and is offered at NFQ Level 6. It introduces students to various jointing methods for copper, PVC, vulcathene and plastic piping. Students will learn to recognize different jointing methods and apply them to assemble pipe projects. They will also safely use hand and machine tools. The module is assessed through three practical pipe projects, a skills evaluation, and short answer questions examining jointing methods and materials.

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CRAF6018: Pipe Jointing

Title: Pipe Jointing APPROVED


Long Title: Pipe Jointing

Module Code: CRAF6018 Duration: 1 Semester

Credits: 5

NFQ Level: Fundamental

Field of Study: Craft

Valid From: Semester 1 - 2014/15 ( September 2014 )

Module Delivered 2 programme(s)


in

Module MICHAEL HOURIHAN


Coordinator:

Module Author: Kevin Barry

Module The aim of this module is to introduce the student to the various jointing methods for
Description: copper, pvc, vulcathene and plastic piping. On completion of this module, the student will
have the required knowledge to be able to recognise different jointing methods and be
able to apply and assemble pipe projects using the various types of jointing methods. The
student will also be able to safely use hand and machine tools in the workshop environment.

Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 Comply with workshop safety requirements.
LO2 Select and perform a range of pipe jointing and bending exercises to given measurements and
radii.
LO3 Produce a number of pipe projects using correct pipe joints working from selected drawings.
LO4 Define and apply the correct methodology to the inspection of pipe joints.
LO5 Apply the correct use of different chemicals, fluxes, solvents and cleaners when used on pipes
and joints.

Pre-requisite learning
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
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this
module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this
module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
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.

No requirements listed

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CRAF6018: Pipe Jointing

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Safety
Safe practices relating to machinery, electrical tools and hand tools in the workshop enviroment.
Copper
Selecting different copper pipe sizes and using various jointing methods including capillary, compression,
soldering, brazing, push-fit etc.
Vulcathene
Use and apply various joints used on Vulcathene pipe including compression, pushfit, and fusion welding.
PVC/Plastic
Plastic / PVC pipe jointing methods including compression, push-fit, solvent welding, fusion welding and
electro fusion-welding.
Marking out, measuring and hand/electric tools
Care and use of marking out equipment including set squares, templates, files, hammers, and hacksaws .
Use of drills, band saws, and hot plate welding.
Welding applications
Select welding processes to join copper, vulcathene, pvc and plastic piping.
Cutting of materials
Cutting, filing, values of cutting angle. Examples of cutting angles in hand and machine tools.
Pipe bending
Forms and applications of pipe bending on material where applicable.
Chemicals
Use and application of various chemicals, fluxes, solvents and cleaners used in pipe jointing processes.

Assessment Breakdown %
Course Work 100.00%

Course Work
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome % of Assessment
addressed total Date
Practical/Skills Precision pipe project 1 workshop.Copper piping 1,2,3,4,5 30.0 Week 5
Evaluation joints and different methods.
Practical/Skills Precision pipe project 2 workshop.pipe joints 1,2,3,4,5 20.0 Week 8
Evaluation
Practical/Skills Precision pipe project 3 workshop.PVC, Plastic, 1,2,3,4,5 25.0 Week 12
Evaluation Vulcathene piping joints.
Short Answer Types of jointing methods, pipe materials and 1,2,4,5 25.0 Sem End
Questions applications.

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 institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

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CRAF6018: Pipe Jointing

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time


Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average
Weekly
Learner
Workload
Lab Mechanical services workshop. 4.0 Every 4.00
Week
Independent & Directed Self study 3.0 Every 3.00
Learning (Non-contact) Week
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00

Workload: Part Time


Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average
Weekly
Learner
Workload
Lab Mechanical services workshop 4.0 Every 4.00
Week
Independent & Directed Self study 3.0 Every 3.00
Learning (Non-contact) Week
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00

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Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources

R D Treloar 2011, Plumbing encyclopaedia, 4th Edition. Ed., Blackwell Science [ISBN: 063203761X]
R. D. Treloar, 2011, Plumbing, 3rd Ed. [ISBN: 140-518-9592]

This module does not have any article/paper resources


This module does not have any other resources

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Module Delivered in

Programme Programme Semester Delivery


Code
CR_ECTMS_7 Bachelor of Science in Craft Technology - Mechanical 2 Mandatory
Services
CR_EEQMF_6 Certificate in Equipment Maintenance Fundamentals 2 Elective

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