Certificate

Boilermaker – Pressure Vessel

National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)

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A journey-level boilermaker is skilled in all aspects of safe boiler and boiler component assembly and maintenance, including welding, pipe fabrication, and stress relieving. A boilermaker is also knowledgeable in oxyfuel cutting, identifying and installing valves, pipe hangers and supports, rigging, and able to read boiler drawings and detail sheets.

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Skills taught

Apply boilermaker fundamentals including trade knowledge safety practices and industry standardsPerform cutting operations using basic cutting techniques and equipmentPerform welding operations using basic welding techniques and equipmentInstall and apply pipe support systems to secure and position pipingPerform rigging operations to safely move and position materials and componentsRead and interpret construction drawings to support fabrication and installation activitiesApply math skills to support boilermaker trade calculations and measurementsIdentify and work with boiler components including their purpose and functionFabricate pipe including layout cutting fitting and assemblyPerform tube work including installation fitting and related operations
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