Skills to Advance – High Purity Pipe Fabrication and Welding
The aim of the course is to provide learners with the opportunity to learn, practise and develop the skills of high purity pipe fabrication and welding. To familiarize them with the terminology, tool, materials, equipment and working practices which form the foundation for their further development and progression.
During each module the learner will undergo a series of integrated learning experiences to develop the skills, knowledge and competencies prescribed for each module. The content is structured to develop the learner in the range of skills which they will be required to perform to industry standards.
Start Date: 15-09-2025 Hours/week: 15 Hrs 15 Mins Duration: 5 weeks
The course is aimed at qualified craftspeople in the trades of Plumbing, Pipe Fitting, Electrical Instrumentation, Metal Fabrication and Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting seeking to develop skills to work in high purity pipeline systems manufacture and assembly and welding.
The work involves the installation, repair and maintenance of high purity pipe systems as used in the semi-conductor, pharma, food, and medical device sector. The work requires operating within a strict controlled environment where the highest standards are required. This is at every stage from planning to job completion. This involves but is not limited to interpretation of drawings, planning the operation, material handling, pipe bending, welding, fitting, testing, and recording outcomes where appropriate.
Age Requirements
N/A
Learning Aptitude
Good numerical and spatial aptitude.
Good manual dexterity and motor co-ordination.
The fitting may require working at heights, confined spaces, and cleanroom environments.
Previous Experience
The learner will require skills and experience including working with a variety of specialized hand tools, power tools and welding operations.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Induction | – | – |
| Autogenous Orbital Welding 38mm | Autogenous Orbital Welding 38mm (EN9606-SS09) | Approved EN Certifying Body |
| Autogenous Orbital Welding 6.3mm | Autogenous Orbital Welding 6.3mm (EN9606-SS08) | Approved EN Certifying Body |
1-Introduction to High Purity Pipe Fabrication and Welding
Work with high purity systems and complete work in a safe manner.
2-Fabrication
Fabricate pipework to the required standard of high purity pipework systems.
3-Thermal Processes
Prepare and weld pipework to the required standard of high purity installation.
4- Quality Assurance
Understand the procedures when testing and inspection of a completed task.