CPCPCM3022 - Weld polymer pipes using fusion method

Unit code: CPCPCM3022 | Study level: TAFE
Nominal hours:
8
Location
Sunshine
Prerequisites
CPCPCM2043 - Carry out WHS requirements
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
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Overview

This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to fusion weld polymer pipes.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, incl the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.
Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:
* butt welding three joints up to DN110 (OD) for a non-pressure application
* electro-fusion welding one socket joint up to DN110 (OD) for a pressure application.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:
* safe operation procedures for fusion welding of polymer pipe
* effect of heat and other products on the properties of polymer pipe
* operating principles of fusion welding equipment
* characteristics and limitations of materials
* surface preparation in the welding process
* identification of welding requirements
* how to access relevant information, including codes and standards
* tools, materials and equipment used to fusion weld polymer pipes
* work health and safety (WHS) requirements for fusion welding polymer pipes.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by Victoria University and/or via the Victoria University e-learning system.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Certificate II in Drainage
CPC20720 | Certificate ii | Duration:
Certificate III in Plumbing
CPC32420 | Certificate iii | Duration:

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