EGY 201 - Energy Systems Piping and Tubing

Institution:

Delaware County Community College

Subject:

Energy Technology

Description:

This course is designed for students pursuing employment in the varied occupational fields of power plant maintenance and operations. Piping systems covered in this course include chemical, pneumatic, hydraulic, fuel oil, steam, and water. Drawings and detail sheets, to include Piping and Instrumentation, Drawings (P & ID's) specific to power plant piping and tubing will be covered. Applicable codes, classification systems, and testing of piping/tubing systems will also be addressed. Valve, and steam trap design, terminology, application, and operation will be included. Quality control and abnormal operating conditions associated with power plant piping systems are covered as well. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Discuss the piping systems used to distribute industrial water, air and other gases, steam, waste-water and lubricants; Install and maintain pipe/tubing, valves and fittings; Identify various metal pipe and fitting materials comparing strength ratings, safety factors, and methods/tools used for cutting and joining each; Cite the accessories associated with the installation of pipe and tubing, such as, but not limited to, hangers, expansion joints, and insulation; Compare the different types of plastic pipe materials, citing specifications, and proper methods of preparation and assembly; Describe the composition, fabrication, and use of hoses utilized to convey liquids and gases; Describe the function, operation, and maintenance of varied general purpose valves to include: check, gate, globe, pressure reducing, and Sloan valves.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

New students should complete Placement Testing prior to registration; Visiting students may submit college transcript

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 359-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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