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Examine pipe sizes, materials and schedules
Assessment Strategies
Piping Worksheet
Criteria
apprentice correctly identifies pipe type and size
apprentice correctly identifies pipe material
apprentice correctly identifies type of thread
apprentice matches pipe types to a given specific application
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Examine types of pipe fittings
Assessment Strategies
Piping Worksheet
Criteria
apprentice correctly identifies a specific fitting
apprentice correctly identifies a specific thread
apprentice can explain the use for a given fitting
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Examine different types of tubing and their related components
Assessment Strategies
Piping Worksheet
Criteria
apprentice correctly identifes tubing size and type
apprentice explains how tubing is sized
apprentice correctly identifes tubing material
apprentice correctly identifes tubing connectors
apprentice correctly identifes tubing valves
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Install tubing with fittings
Assessment Strategies
Piping Worksheet
Skill Demonstration
Criteria
apprentice cuts tubing to correct length
apprentice deburrs cut as required
apprentice makes flare to correct angle as required
apprentice selects the correct tool for cutting/deburring/flaring/bending etc.
flare is not cracked and does not stress metal
by selecting tubing and related components for a specific application
by cutting tubing
by flaring tubing
by installing a fitting
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Examine different types of valves and their related components
Assessment Strategies
Piping Worksheet
Criteria
apprentice uses valve nomenclature
apprentice explains how a given valve works and identifies it by its components
apprentice properly locks out or describes how to properly lockout and bleed a valve
apprentice identifies why a valve failed and can give examples
apprentice selects a correct valve for a given application
apprentice correctly replaces a valve or describe its replacement
apprentice disassembles and repairs a valve
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Layout a piping system
Assessment Strategies
Piping Worksheet
Criteria
apprentice designs a piping system for a given application
apprentice draws a simple schematic
apprentice selects the correct pipe for an application
apprentice selects the proper joining procedure i.e. threading, compression, weld, etc.
apprentice explains safety procedures for the system
apprentice creates a simple installation schematic
apprentice selects valves and valve material according to the application
layout includes routing and pipe support locations
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Install a piping system
Assessment Strategies
Piping Worksheet
Criteria
apprentice follows safety procedures for piping installation
apprentice installs the correct fittings and elbows
piping system operates properly as per the layout
apprentice plans a piping system installation mock up
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Maintain piping systems
Assessment Strategies
Piping Worksheet
Criteria
apprentice follows established maintenance precautions
apprentice follows established maintenance procedures
apprentice completes a scheduled maintenance task work plan
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Examine types of packing, seals, and gaskets
Assessment Strategies
Seals & Gaskets Worksheet
Criteria
apprentice can correctly identify types of packings
apprentice can correctly identify types of seals
apprentice can correctly identify types of gaskets
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Examine packing, seal, and gasket materials and applications
Assessment Strategies
Seals & Gaskets Worksheet
Criteria
apprentice identifies packing material
apprentice can explain packing application and construction
apprentice identifies seal material
apprentice can explain seal application and construction
apprentice identifies gasket material
apprentice can explain gasket application and construction
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Layout and cut gaskets
Assessment Strategies
Seals & Gaskets Worksheet
Skill Demonstration
Criteria
apprentice selects correct gasket material
apprentice uses the correct tool(s)
apprentice follows correct layout procedure
the gasket conforms to specification requirements
the gasket is not damaged
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Inspect packings, seals, and gaskets
Assessment Strategies
Seals & Gaskets Worksheet
Criteria
apprentice selects the correct packing for a given application
apprentice selects the correct seal for a given application
apprentice selects the correct gasket for a given application
apprentice notes defects during inspection
apprentice can describe defect types
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Remove packings, seals, and gaskets
Assessment Strategies
Seals & Gaskets Worksheet
Skill Demonstration
Criteria
apprentice does not damage or score the part or machine during removal
apprentice follows all lockout/tagout and other applicable safety procedures
apprentice attempts to determine cause of failure as applicable
apprentice cleans surfaces during removal to allow for inspection for damage
apprentice selects and uses the correct removal tools
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Install packings, seals, and gaskets
Assessment Strategies
Seals & Gaskets Worksheet
Skill Demonstration
Criteria
apprentice ensures cleanliness during installation and assembly
apprentice does not damage part or machine during installation
apprentice does not damage the seal or gasket during installation
apprentice follows all lockout/tagout and other applicable safety procedures
apprentice follows all Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) recomendations as applicable
apprentice selects and uses the correct installation tools
apprentice refers to the applicable technical specifications for installation
apprentice can determine what constitutes a properly performing packing, seal, or gasket
apprentice selects the correct sealant as appropriate to the application
apprentice selects the correct lubricant as appropriate to the application
the packing, seal, or gasket is performing their function according to applicable technical specifications
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Be aware of costs, and the business motive for sustainable manufacturing improvements
Assessment Strategies
Written summary of the business motives behind waste reductions and cost savings from green programs and sustainable manufacturing improvements
Criteria
apprentice correctly identifies the costs associated with running equipment
apprentice estimates air losses and costs associated with air leaks
apprentice identifies the costs of misalignment
apprentice estimates the costs associated with balanced and unbalanced equipment
apprentice identifies plant and facility energy and resource wastes
apprentice calculates the costs of downtime and runtime ratios/metrics
apprentice identifies best practices
apprentice applies world class costs and benchmarking accurately
apprentice summarizes the business motives behind green programs and sustainable manufacturing efforts
written summary is grammatically correct, error free, and adheres to the guidelines provided by the instructor
written summary identifies the key points
written summary includes only relevant and necessary details
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Analyze energy efficiency initiatives for industrial plants, equipment and facilities
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
Case Study
Scenario Response
Criteria
apprentice describes energy efficient equipment options correctly
apprentice identifies resource requirements accurately
apprentice compares energy efficient options and alternatives
apprentice summarizes energy efficiency technical information clearly and concisely
written summary is grammatically correct, error free, and adheres to the guidelines provided by the instructor
written summary identifies the key points
written summary includes only relevant and necessary details
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Be aware of new materials and options for work processes
Assessment Strategies
Internet research related to new energy efficient materials and options for equipment and operations
Oral summary of your key research findings during class discussion
Class participation
Criteria
apprentice identifies online resources efficiently
apprentice accurately summarizes technical information related to new materials
apprentice provides relevant examples of applications of new materials for plants and facilities
apprentice encourages class participation and facilitate questions and answers
apprentice enters into class discussions
apprentice offers questions or comments during class presentations
apprentice actively listens during class
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Relate predictive and preventative maintenance testing procedures to green and sustainable manufacturing principles
Assessment Strategies
Comparison Paper, Oral Presentation or Graphical Assessment
Criteria
by comparing predictive and preventative maintenance tests including laser alignment, vibration analysis, oil analysis, ultrasonic testing, and thermal imaging
by relating predictive and preventative maintenance tests to reducing downtimes, improving equipment performance, and reducing costs
by summarizing how precision laser alignment of rotating machinery contributes to energy efficient operations and sustainable manufacturing
by submitting completed work to the instructor for review and feedback
apprentice explains the business motive for predictive maintenance
apprentice describes the business motive for preventative maintenance
apprentice compares and contrasts predictive and preventative maintenance testing
apprentice applies predictive and preventative maintenance to cost reductions, energy efficiency and sustainable manufacturing principles
apprentice relates testing procedures used in vibration analysis to predictive and preventative maintenance
apprentice relates testing procedures involved in oil analysis to predictive and preventative maintenance
apprentice relates testing procedures involved in ultrasonic testing to predictive and preventative maintenance
apprentice relates testing procedures involved in thermal imaging to predictive and preventative maintenance
apprentice relates testing procedures involved in precision laser alignment to predictive and preventative maintenance
apprentice correlates precision laser alignment to reduced energy consumption and more efficient operations
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Perform precision laser alignment on rotating machines and equipment
Assessment Strategies
Skill Demonstration
Criteria
apprentice assesses potential hazards before starting testing and takes appropriate corrective action
apprentice follows lockout and tagout safety procedures properly
apprentice selects suitable laser alignment equipment
apprentice inspects, tests, and zeros out laser equipment correctly
apprentice installs and handles laser alignment equipment properly
apprentice adheres to safety requirements and uses proper PPE while testing
apprentice tests for vertical and horizontal alignment and all planes
apprentice interprets test results accurately
apprentice records as-found and as-left test results properly
apprentice adjusts motors, shafts, and related equipment and components based on laser alignment test results
apprentice re-tests precision alignment following equipment adjustments to verify results
apprentice applies precision laser alignment to pumps/motors, longer shafts, and right angle alignments
apprentice uses test results to fix soft foot problems
apprentice adheres to industry accepted standard operating procedures for precision laser alignment
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Be aware of bearing maintenance procedures that contribute to reduced costs
Assessment Strategies
Internet research related to bearing maintenance
Oral sharing a summary of your key research findings during class discussion
Class participation
List of websites you reviewed submitted to your instructor for review and feedback
Criteria
apprentice identifies online resources efficiently
apprentice accurately summarizes technical information related to bearing maintenance, replacement, and service
apprentice provides relevant examples of applications of bearing maintenance for a variety of industrial applications
apprentice compares methods to prevent bearing contamination and seal failure
apprentice encourages class participation and facilities questions and answers
apprentice enters into class discussions
apprentice offers questions or comments during class presentations
apprentice actively listens during class