Pipefitting

LOCATION:

Onsite at Bishopstown Campus

CERTIFICATION:

• QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Pipefitting.

INTRODUCTION:

Pipefitters install, repair and maintain high and low-pressure pipe systems used in commercial and industrial installations. They work on piping systems that carry all kinds of liquids, gaseous and solid materials, and provide a wide range of services including welding and fabrication in a variety of industries.

WHAT SKILLS WILL I LEARN?

When you finish your pipefitting apprenticeship you will be able to:

• Understand a range of piping systems.
• Perform a range of welding processes.
• Read and interpret pipefitting drawings and specifications.
• Plan, sketch and organise the fitting of piping systems.
• Use skills such as pipefitting, pipe jointing and pipe bending.
• Inspect and test piping systems, diagnose faults and perform routine maintenance and repairs on piping systems.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

All apprentices must be at least 16 years of age.

Minimum educational requirement is:

At least Grade D in five subjects in Junor Certificate

OR an approved equivalent or the successful completion of a pre-apprenticeship

OR three years work experience gained over 16 years of age in a relevant designated industrial activity as SOLAS deem acceptable.

HOW DO I BECOME AN APPRENTICE?

To become an apprentice you must first be hired by an employer. Your employer must be approved by SOLAS. As an apprentice you have a formal contract of employment. You can search for apprenticeship job vacancies on www.apprenticeship.ie. You can find out more tips about how to get and apprenticeship HERE.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be a fully qualified craftsperson. You may progress onto further education within a Technological University or University. Many apprentices go on to open their own business.