Module 3

Module 3 - Piping Installation covers the techniques required to install pipes and fittings quickly, to a professional standard without wasting time or materials. The Module explains in detail the underlying principles behind the various types of jointing systems and fittings that can be used. It also introduces you to our unique and systematic piping installation method, which fully explains and demonstrates with examples how you can produce high quality piping installations right from the start whilst at the same time eliminating waste and saving you time to make your company more competitive or more profitable...

You should also view the video on the Course CD-ROM for the first time whilst you are studying this Module.

City and Guilds 6022 Certificate in Copper Tube Domestic Installation (developed by Brian Curry for the UK Copper Board during his time working at the Oldham College) is a relatively quick and straightforward way for a person to achieve a competency based qualification that covers this important area of plumbing work, and this can also be a stepping-stone towards achieving a full NVQ.

It also enables a person to show that they have a City and Guilds qualification in this important area of plumbing and heating work...

Module Contents

3.1 Introduction

3.2 EN standards for copper tube and fittings

3.3 Jointing tube

3.4 Fixing tube

3.5 Bending copper tube

3.6 Component connections

3.7 Jointing dissimilar materials

3.8 Insulation against frost and heat gain

3.9 Underground water services

3.10 Contamination and copper

3.11 Planning and positioning of piped services

3.12 Systematic installation of tube

3.13 Piping Installation multiple-choice questions