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JOHN J. MURPHY VINCENT ASPROMONTE JATC Co-Chair - Labor JATC Co-Chair - Management Ph. (718) 752 - 9630 Fax (718) 752 9634 UA PLUMBERS LOCAL 1 TRAINING CENTER NEW YORK CITY 37-11 47th Avenue, Long Island City, N.Y. 11101 ARTHUR O. KLOCK JR. Director of Trade Education JOURNEYMAN TRAINING COURSE CATALOG 2015-2016 Dear Brother/Sister Members: Listed below are the classes that will be offered this academic year. To register for classes please fax or mail the enclosed course enrollment form to the Training Center at: MAIL: 37-11 47 th Ave. Long Island City N.Y.11101. FAX: (718) 752-9634 Please note: All classes will be filled on a first come first served basis. NEW! FOREMAN SKILLS TRAINING COURSE FOREMAN SKILLS TRAINING: Developed jointly by Labor and Management, this course is designed to provide current supervision and prospective supervision with information to develop their performance and leadership skills. This course will focus on the importance of Planning, Documentation, Leadership and Teamwork. The participants will also gain insights on effective Task Organization, Job Productivity Strategies, People Skills and Communications. The True Cost of an Hour of Labor and how to properly deal with reports of Sexual or Ethnic Harassment will be discussed. There will be a third party proctored multiple choice exam. The Foreman Training manual is required at a cost of $82.00. New Class Starts on: Friday, January 15, 2016 NOTE: ADDITIONAL CLASSES WILL BE HELD BASED ON DEMAND.

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JOHN J. MURPHY VINCENT ASPROMONTE JATC Co-Chair - Labor JATC Co-Chair - Management

Ph. (718) 752 - 9630 Fax (718) 752 – 9634

UA PLUMBERS LOCAL 1 TRAINING CENTER NEW YORK CITY

37-11 47th Avenue, Long Island City, N.Y. 11101

ARTHUR O. KLOCK JR. Director of Trade Education

JOURNEYMAN

TRAINING

COURSE CATALOG

2015-2016

Dear Brother/Sister Members:

Listed below are the classes that will be offered this academic year. To register for classes please

fax or mail the enclosed course enrollment form to the Training Center at:

MAIL: 37-11 47th

Ave. Long Island City N.Y.11101. FAX: (718) 752-9634

Please note: All classes will be filled on a first come first served basis.

NEW! FOREMAN SKILLS TRAINING COURSE

FOREMAN SKILLS TRAINING:

Developed jointly by Labor and Management, this course is designed to provide current

supervision and prospective supervision with information to develop their performance and

leadership skills. This course will focus on the importance of Planning, Documentation,

Leadership and Teamwork. The participants will also gain insights on effective Task

Organization, Job Productivity Strategies, People Skills and Communications. The True

Cost of an Hour of Labor and how to properly deal with reports of Sexual or Ethnic

Harassment will be discussed. There will be a third party proctored multiple choice exam.

The Foreman Training manual is required at a cost of $82.00.

New Class Starts on: Friday, January 15, 2016

NOTE: ADDITIONAL CLASSES WILL BE HELD

BASED ON DEMAND.

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ADVANCED PLAN READING & RELATED DRAWING:

This is a 9 week course that will be held on Wednesdays from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. An overall

view of modern plans and job coordination will be presented. Advanced Plan Reading and

Related Drawing text is required at a cost of $77.00. Students are required to bring two (2)

different colored highlighters and a simple function calculator to the first day of class.

(Note: This class will be a prerequisite for registration in

Drafting and Field Coordination and CAD classes)

New Classes Start on: Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

DRAFTING AND FIELD COORDINATION:

This is a 40 week course that will start on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 from 5:00 to

9:30 p.m. This course is designed to familiarize the student with the additional concepts,

problems and required skills of the draftsman. The emphasis will be on traditional drafting

and coordination. Hand sketching will be reviewed. The reading and interpretation of

contract drawings with full integration of architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings

will be explained. Integration of written specifications, fixture and equipment cuts,

supports, pads and hanging systems will be explained. Creation of shop drawings, slot &

sleeve drawings, coordination drawings, as – built drawings, and close – out charts and lists

will be explained. Layout of mechanical rooms, foundation penetrations, and coordination

of water main and sewer connections will be explained.

Revisions, addendums, and architect’s supplemental instructions

will be explained with discussion of their impact on change orders,

extras, and deletions from the original contract.

New Class Starts on: Wednesday, September 30, 2015

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS: This is a 9-week course that will be held on Mondays from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. This course

will provide an overview of computer technology, theory and concepts including an

introduction to microcomputer terminology. Functions and capabilities of word processors,

spreadsheets, databases and graphics are covered through lecture, discussion and hands-on-

assignments. Concepts include types of software and hardware, data structure and

management, communications and network fundamentals will be discussed.

(Note: This class will be a prerequisite for registration in CAD classes)

New classes start on: Monday, September 28, 2015

Monday, January 11, 2016

Monday, April 4, 2016

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CAD - LEVEL I: INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING

Pre-requisite: for this course you must have previously completed Advanced Plan

Reading AND Introduction to Computers This is a 12 week course designed as an introduction to computer aided drafting (CAD) and

the CAD environment. This course will examine the fundamentals of CAD software as

applied to two – dimensional CAD piping drawings. The U.A. Auto CAD 2011 Level I

binder is required at a cost of $164.00. Also available for purchase will be Auto CAD 2011

Software at a cost of $235.00

New classes start on: Thursday, October 1, 2015

CAD - LEVEL II: COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING

Pre-requisite: for this course you must have previously completed Auto CAD Level I This is a 12 week course which will examine the more advanced capabilities of AutoCAD

drafting software as applied to two – dimensional CAD piping drawing production. The

UA Auto Cad Level II binder is required at a cost of $164.00.

New class starts on: Thursday, January 14, 2016

MULTI-PURPOSE DOMESTIC & FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS:

This is a 9-week course that will be held on Tuesday from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. This course

will cover the ASSE Series 7000 Standard for plumbing based fire protection systems for

one and two family dwellings. ASSE 7000 covers an integrated multi-purpose domestic

system providing potable water and fire protection. The course will include general

plumbing, basic fire science, approved domestic fire sprinklers, approved products and a

working knowledge on location, sizing and installing domestic fire sprinkler systems.

Additionally, standpipe systems and NYFD testing will be discussed. There

will be discussion of the various licenses and certificates required such as

City Wide Maintenance of Sprinkler Systems for Testing.

New Class start on: Tuesday, January 12, 2016

OSHA 10 and INDUSTRY SAFETY:

This course will focus on the recognition of workplace safety hazards, with emphasis on

accident prevention. Among other subjects, proper use of personal protection equipment

such as safety glasses, dust masks, proper work clothing, etc., will be discussed. Proper

lifting and carrying techniques to prevent employee injury will be taught. Ladder, scaffold,

and power tool safety will be addressed. Proper handling and disposal of common

hazardous materials will be covered. The NEW Hazard Communication Standard

explaining the format of Safety Data Sheets will be discussed. This is a 13.5 hour course.

Classes will be held from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. All classes will run for three weeks.

10 Hour OSHA certification cards will be issued.

NOTE: CLASSES WILL BE HELD BASED ON DEMAND. CALL THE

SCHOOL OFFICE TO REGISTER FOR NEXT AVAILABLE CLASS

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NYC-DOB 4 - HOUR SUPPORTED SCAFFOLD USER:

This course will provide the scaffold user with the basic safety requirements to help in

identifying the hazards associated with work on and around supported scaffolds. Users will

be informed about OSHA and ANSI standards. Recognition of electrical hazards, fall

hazards and falling object hazards in the work area are reviewed. Proper handling of

materials on the scaffold and proper scaffold climbing procedures will be discussed. This

course will introduce common hazards associated with aerial lifts and will discuss safe work

practices to prevent these common hazards. Upon successful completion of this course,

students will earn a New York City Department of Buildings (NYC-DOB) Four Hour

Supported Scaffold User Certification.

NOTE: CLASSES WILL BE HELD BASED ON DEMAND. CALL THE

SCHOOL OFFICE TO REGISTER FOR NEXT AVAILABLE CLASS

*OSHA 30 HOUR:

This course provides complete information on OSHA compliance issues as well as an

intensive review of OSHA standards dealing with specific hazards. Participants will

become familiar with navigating and applying the OSHA construction regulations found in

29 CFR 1926. The student will gain an understanding of standard construction safety and

health principles that prepare them to recognize and abate a variety of hazardous conditions.

OSHA regulations as they pertain to electrical safety, fall protection, scaffold safety,

stairways and ladders, personal protection equipment, health hazards and lifesaving

equipment will be discussed. The NEW Hazard Communication Standard explaining the

format of Safety Data Sheets will be discussed. Upon successful completion of this course,

students will earn a 30 Hour OSHA card and a New York City Department of Buildings

approved Four Hour Supported Scaffold User Certification card, and will be equipped to

act as a competent person on their jobsite.

One Six Session Class will be held as follows:

SESSION No. 1

Monday, January 25, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, January 28, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Monday, February 1, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, February 4, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Monday, February 8, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, February 11, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, February 16, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, February 18, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

NOTE: ADDITIONAL CLASSES WILL BE HELD BASED ON DEMAND.CALL THE

SCHOOL OFFICE TO REGISTER FOR NEXT AVAILABLE CLASS

STANDARD FIRST AID WITH CPR/AED:

This 8 HOUR course will provide you with the skills necessary to prevent, recognize and

provide basic care for injuries and sudden illness until advanced medical personnel arrive.

The class’s dynamic hands on practice sessions and real life scenarios make learning

exciting and first aid techniques easy to remember.

NOTE: CLASSES WILL BE HELD BASED ON DEMAND. CALL THE

SCHOOL OFFICE TO REGISTER FOR NEXT AVAILABLE CLASS

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BACKFLOW - INITIAL CERTIFICATION:

This course covers the required practices for inspection, annual required testing, repairs and

maintenance of backflow prevention assemblies used in the cross – connection control

program of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection. Course material

includes information needed for identifying cross - connections, understanding how

backflow occurs and the dangers they present, methods used to control backflow and the

recommended applications for each type of backflow assembly. Students successfully

completing the course will be Certified Backflow Prevention Device Testers as per the

regulations of the New York State Department of Health and The American Society of

Sanitary Engineering. There will be a third party proctored written and practical exam.

There is an additional $110.00 ASSE Fee which includes the Backflow Manual and Test

Fee. The Test and Manual Fee is payable by Money Order or check made out to:

Trade Education Fund.

Three 40-hour courses will be held. They will be held as follows:

Start Date: Monday, October 5, 2015 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 7, 2015 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, October 13, 2015 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 14, 2015 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Monday, October 19, 2015 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 21, 2015 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Monday, October 26, 2015 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 28, 2015 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Test Date: Saturday, October 31, 2015 8 hrs. 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Start Date: Monday, February 22, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, February 24, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Monday, February 29, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 2, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Monday, March 7, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 9, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Monday, March 14, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 16, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Test Date: Saturday, March 19, 2016 8 hrs. 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Start Date: Monday, May 9, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 11, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Monday, May 16, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 17, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Monday, May 23, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 31, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 1, 2016 4 hrs. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Test Date: Saturday, June 4, 2016 8 hrs. 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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BACKFLOW RE-CERTIFICATION:

To maintain your Certified Backflow Prevention Device Tester certification you must

complete a 16 hour renewal training course. You should begin this process three (3) months

prior to your certification expiration date. There will be a third party proctored written and

practical exam. There is an additional $85.00 ASSE Test Fee to take the exam. The fee

includes a handbook of test procedures and troubleshooting guidelines. The Test and

Manual Fee is payable by Money Order or check made out to: Trade Education Fund.

Two 16-hour courses will be held. They will be held as follows:

Start Date: Monday, December 7, 2015

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Test Date: Saturday, December 12, 2015

Start Date: Monday, June 20, 2016

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Test Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016

NOTE: ADDITIONAL CLASSES WILL BE HELD BASED ON DEMAND

CALL SCHOOL OFFICE TO REGISTER FOR NEXT AVAILABLE CLASS

MEDICAL GAS:

This is a 9-week course that will be held on Friday, from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. This course

covers NFPA – 99 2012 Edition. This course includes code interpretation, correct piping

installation and testing, requirements for installer qualification, and requirements for brazer

qualification in accordance with ASME Section IX. There will be a third party proctored

written exam and a two position brazing test required for certification as installer and brazer

of Medical Gas Systems. Three courses will be held. Practice and test materials will be

supplied by the school. There is an additional $116.00 Test Fee to take the exam.

The Test Fee is payable by Money Order or check made out to: NITC.

Classes are Starting and Testing on the following dates:

Start Date: Friday, October 2, 2015

Test Date: Saturday, December 12, 2015

Start Date: Friday, January 15, 2016

Test Date: Saturday, March 19, 2016

Start Date: Friday, April 8, 2016

Test Date: Saturday, June 11, 2016

Med Gas Book $ 76.00

Fee for NFPA testing by NITC $116.00

TOTAL $192.00

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UA STAR PLUMBING MASTERY EXAM:

This course is a review / prep for the UA Star exam. The course will be 18 hours long,

spread over four nights. All of the subjects covered by the exam will be reviewed. The

subjects covered in the examination consist of: Piping and Tubing, Inspection and Testing,

Plumbing Fixtures, Water Supply and Distribution, Drainage, Waste and Vent Systems,

Pumps, Welding, Gas, Safety, Related Science and Code, Blueprint Reading, Mathematics

and Measurement. This comprehensive exam is designed to test the knowledge of the

experienced plumber who has a minimum of five years of field experience. The

examination consists of 199 questions. To pass this exam you must answer at least 158

questions correctly. The passing score is 79.4 %. This is a closed book exam. NOTE: You

may use a standard non recording calculator during the class and during the test; all other

electronic devices are prohibited. There is an additional $136.00 Test Fee to take the exam.

The Test Fee is payable by Money Order or check made out to: NITC.

STAR Certificate holders are eligible to receive 32 college credits. (See UA / WCC insert.)

Two Four Session Classes will be held as follows:

SESSION No. 1

Tuesday, November 3, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, November 17, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 1, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 8, 2015 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

TEST DATE: Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 5:00 P.M.

SESSION No.2

Tuesday, May 3, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 10, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 17, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

TEST DATE: Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at 5:00 P.M.

CRANE SIGNAL PERSON CERTIFICATION COURSE:

This is an intensive course that will give the crane signalperson candidate the basic

knowledge of crane operations and limitations, understand specific considerations

concerning the construction site, and know applicable standards and regulations. This

course will give the crane signalperson candidate the knowledge to give accurate visible and

audible signals to the crane operator. Signals for both mobile and tower cranes are tested.

There will be a third party proctored written and practical exam administered by the

National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators. Successful candidates

will receive their NCCCO Signalperson Certification. There is an additional $95.00

NCCCO test fee which includes the Student Manual for the course. The Test and Manual

Fee is payable by Money Order or check made out to: Trade Education Fund.

NOTE: CLASSES WILL BE HELD BASED ON DEMAND. CALL THE

SCHOOL OFFICE TO REGISTER FOR NEXT AVAILABLE CLASS

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GREEN TECHNOLOGY COURSES FOR JOURNEYMEN

INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR THERMAL WATER HEATING:

This 9 week course will cover all of the unique aspects of design and installation of solar

water heating systems for both commercial and residential applications. Topics will include

scientific principles, collector design, storage tank considerations, system components,

operation fundamentals and layout, site assessment, testing, startup and maintenance. The

UA Solar Water Heating Systems and Fundamentals Textbook is required and will be

available in class. Competency in this material will be determined through periodic quizzes

and a final written exam.

Class Starts on: Monday, January 11, 2016

SOLAR THERMAL WATER HEATING INSTALLATIONS:

Pre-requisite: for this course you must have previously completed Introduction to Solar

Thermal Water Heating This 9 week course is intended to provide journeymen with the hands-on experience

necessary to successfully install a solar thermal water heating system on the jobsite. In this

class, students will work together to install three different system designs. A drainback

system utilizing a flat plate collector, a pre-packaged system with a pump station, back-up

water heater and a flat plate collector, and a commercial style system utilizing an evacuated

tube collector, heat dissipator and an external heat exchanger in conjunction with a back-up

electric water heater will all be installed by the class. Collector installation will take place

on a residential style pitched roof and a commercial style flat roof. The remaining

components will be installed in a mechanical room below. Discussion of proper safety

equipment and techniques will be a key element of this class. Proper jobsite attire is

required. Students will also be required to bring safety glasses, work gloves and a rule.

Class Starts on: Monday, April 4, 2016

G/PRO: FUNDAMENTALS OF BUILDING GREEN and GREEN PLUMBING:

This 5 week course is designed to teach the journeyman the principles of sustainability

combined with trade specific green construction knowledge. This course was developed by

the New York City Chapter of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) and

the United Association with the goal of making the G/PRO credential a requirement on

LEED and sustainable jobs throughout the country. This course will provide the

journeyman with the additional knowledge needed to understand the Fundamentals of

Building Green as well as the new regulations for green building as it applies to plumbing.

There will be a third party proctored written exam required for G/PRO certification. There

is an additional $75.00

G/PRO Test Fee to take the exam which includes the Fundamentals and Plumbing manuals.

The Test and Manual Fee is payable by Money Order or check made out to:

Trade Education Fund.

Class starts on: Monday, September 28, 2015

NOTE: ADDITIONAL CLASSES WILL BE HELD BASED ON DEMAND

CALL SCHOOL OFFICE TO REGISTER FOR NEXT AVAILABLE CLASS

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PLUMBING CODE: This is a 9 week course that will be held on Tuesdays, from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. This course

is designed to aid the student in understanding and navigating through the International

Plumbing Code most recently adopted by the City of New York. A 2014 NYC Plumbing

Code book is required which will be available at a cost of $77.00.

Classes Start on: Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

CONFINED SPACE ENTRY SAFETY – GENERAL COURSE:

This course will be 18 hours long, spread over four nights. This course is designed to

enable students to: recognize if a space is a confined space; identify the characteristics and

hazards associated with the confined space; properly evaluate the confined space as either

permit required or a non-permit space; review and become familiar with confined space

entry procedures and permits; determine appropriate control measures for

ensuring a safe entry. This course will cover topics including air

monitoring and ventilation. The student will be able to identify proper

rescue procedures, practices and equipment.

PLEASE BE ADVISED: This course is only a general knowledge course about

Confined Space Safety. SITE SPECIFIC supplementary training is needed before

attempting entry into confined space areas. The CONTRACTOR is to provide SITE

SPECIFIC procedures/safe work practices for employees required to enter confined

spaces.

NOTE: CLASSES WILL BE HELD BASED ON DEMAND. CALL THE

SCHOOL OFFICE TO REGISTER FOR THE NEXT AVAILABLE CLASS

RIGGING COURSE

RIGGING:

This is a 9 week course that will be held on Tuesdays, from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. This course is

designed to enable students to understand the proper rigging techniques to be used on

typical plumbing jobs. This course will focus on the proper planning and precautions

required when lifting materials and equipment. It will enable the student to understand safe

rigging of loads, proper application of slings and rigging hardware. Knot tying, rope

handling, and basic hand signals will be covered. Classroom

instruction will be blended with time in the rigging shop, where

these principles can be put into practice. During shop time,

proper jobsite attire is required. Students will also be required to

bring safety glasses, work gloves and a rule. A Rigging manual is

required which will be available at a cost of $22.00.

Classes Start on: Thursday, January 14, 2016

Thursday, April 7, 2016

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WELDER TRAINING COURSES

ARC WELDING I: (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) SMAW

This course will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays of every week from 5:00 to 9:30

p.m. This course will be for the beginner welder. This course will provide you with a

thorough understanding of arc welding, welding safety, arc welding power sources,

electrode classifications and selection. It will also provide training to develop the skills

necessary to make welds in all positions on mild steel plate using E6010 and E7018

electrodes.

Classes Start On: Monday, September 28, 2015 Monday, January 11, 2016

Monday, April 4, 2016

ARC WELDING II: (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) SMAW

This course will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays of every week from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m.

This course will be for the beginner pipe welder. This course will provide the student with

a thorough understanding of uphill pipe welding and weld quality. It will also provide the

necessary training to develop the welding skills necessary to produce quality multipass

welds on pipe in the 2G and 5G positions, using E6010 and E7018 electrodes. This course

will provide the student with the fundamentals for layout and fabrication of typical pipe

connections and to use mathematics, basic equations etc. for properly fabricating these

connections.

Classes Start On: Tuesday, September 29, 2015 Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

ARC WELDING III: (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) SMAW

This course will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays of every week from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m.

This course will be for experienced welders and will lead to a Welding Certification. This

course will provide a thorough understanding of uphill and downhill pipe welding and weld

quality.

Classes Start On: Tuesday, September 29, 2015 Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

U.A. Quality Control Program

Approved Pipe Welder

Qualifying Agency

American Society for

Nondestructive Testing

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WELDER TRAINING COURSES

ARC WELDING IV: (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) GTAW TIG

Pre-requisite: Uphill Welding Certification A.S.M.E. Section IX B 31.1 This course will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays of every week from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m.

This course will provide the welder with a thorough understanding of Gas Tungsten Arc

Welding, arc characteristics and welding safety. It will provide training to develop

the skills necessary to make quality gas tungsten arc welds on mild steel plate, leading to

the skills necessary to produce quality welds on pipe.

Classes Start On: Tuesday, September 29, 2015 Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

ARC WELDING V: (Gas Metal Arc Welding) GMAW MIG

This course will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays of every week from 5:00 to 9:30 P.M.

This course will provide the welder with a thorough understanding of the Gas Metal Arc

Welding process, welding safety, equipment adjustments, shielding gases and metal transfer

methods. It will provide training to develop the skills necessary to make quality welds on

mild steel plate, leading to the skills necessary to produce quality welds on pipe.

Classes Start On: Tuesday, September 29, 2015 Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

ORBITAL WELDING TECHNOLOGY:

This course will be held on 4 consecutive nights from 5:30 to 9:30 P.M. This course will

provide the welding operator with a thorough knowledge of how the

Automated Orbital Welding process operates. The welding operator

will learn how to program the machine which controls the functions

of arc current level, travel speed, arc voltage and power supply. The

welding operator will develop the skills necessary to prepare the

tube ends, center the components to be welded in the fixture block,

mate the weld head to the fixture block, initiate purge and shielding

gases and signal the machine to begin the welding process.

CLASSES WILL BE HELD BASED ON DEMAND

CALL SCHOOL OFFICE TO REGISTER FOR NEXT AVAILABLE CLASS

GASFITTERS LAYOUT: This is a 6 week course that will cover the welding, pipefitting and tool

safety related to WELDING in the Plumbing Industry. Review of pipe

schedule chart, pipe stands, pipe leveling techniques and how to correctly

cut pipe using Orbital Track cutter will be discussed. Correct use of oxy /

acetylene torch and how to prepare bevels for proper fit-up of pipe and

fittings will be explained. This course will include the correct way to install

threadolets, sockolets and weldolets. The use of different types of fit-up clamps and proper

rigging techniques will be reviewed. There will be discussion on unique ways to lay out

pipe and fittings in the field without math or manuals, the mitering of pipe and fittings and

the fabrication of specialty tools for the trade. This is a “Hands-on” class requiring proper

work clothes.

This course will start on: Wednesday, January 13, 2016

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ON-LINE COURSES OFFERED TO LOCAL 1 MEMBERS BY

THE UNITED ASSOCIATION TRAINING DEPARTMENT

Introduction to On-Line Learning

This is an introductory class given to prepare students who have little or no experience with distance

learning to take on-line courses. This class is offered by the U.A. through Washtenaw Community

College, in Michigan. There is no charge for U.A. members.

Requirements/Prerequisites: Participants must have High Speed Internet access and be familiar with

a computer, navigating the Internet and using email.

Labor History & the UA: 1800 to Present

Labor History and the UA is a course covering the struggles of the labor movement from 1800 to

Present. This course will cover events and people through time that have played an important role in

labor history. The required texts are: "Skilled Hands, Strong Spirits" $15.00,” Labor in America"

$25.00 and the Building Trades CD for $7.00.

All materials can be purchased from the UA Bookstore, (301) 218-1241.

Requirements/Prerequisites: Participants must have High Speed Internet access and be familiar with a

computer, navigating the Internet and using email.

IF YOU WISH TO SIGN UP FOR ON-LINE CLASSES PLEASE CALL THE TRAINING CENTER.

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UA PLUMBERS LOCAL 1 TRAINING CENTER NEW YORK CITY

37-11 47th Avenue, Long Island City, N.Y. 11101

ALL COURSES EXCEPT ON-LINE COURSES REQUIRE A NON-REFUNDABLE $20 COURSE ENROLLMENT FEE. THIS IS COLLECTED TO SHOW THAT THE JOURNEYMAN HAS MADE A COMMITMENT TO ACTUALLY ATTEND THE CLASS, AND TO PREVENT REGISTRANTS FROM BLOCKING A SEAT THAT COULD BE USED BY ANOTHER JOURNEYMAN. THE COURSE ENROLLMENT FEE MUST BE PAID BEFORE THE START OF THE CLASS.

NO SEAT CAN BE HELD UNTIL THE COURSE ENROLLMENT FEE HAS BEEN RECEIVED.