24 1655 - Fundamentals of Gas for Utility Workers

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Southwest Tennessee Community College

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Description:

This course provides an introduction to the natural gas industry from production to transmission to distribution. The course gives the student an opportunity to examine the properties and physical laws of natural gas including basic gas measurements and pressure regulation. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) regulations, leak maintenance, gas regulators and meters are covered. Students will perform skill-based performance activities that cover the inspection, operation and maintenance of gas-fired appliances. The process of gas combustion is also covered in depth. Prerequisite: Basic Electricity for Utility Workers or instructors permission. 6.200 Continuing Education Units 62.000 Lecture hours Levels: Continuing Education Schedule Types: Lecture Continuing Education College Continuing Education Department Course Attributes: CEU Career Development, Supplemental Course

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.southwest.tn.edu

Phone Number:

(901) 333-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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