Course Overview
Inspecting mechanical insulation for quality standards and installation techniques requires a general knowledge of insulation principles, the selection of materials, and installation techniques. This course introduces students to the materials commonly used to insulate piping, ductwork, and plenums, in addition to the materials and jacketing used for repairs and retrofits. The common applications for these materials are also discussed. Note: This course is one of four courses related to mechanical insulation, heat and frost, training for mechanical insulation inspectors: www.bcit.ca/study/courses/ppgs1210,ppgs1220,ppgs1230,ppgs1240 .
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
Unit 1: Inspection Process
- Describe the procedures for preparing for an inspection of mechanical insulation in a commercial/institutional building.
- List the tools and equipment required to carry out a detailed inspection of mechanical insulation in a commercial/institutional building.
- Explain the purpose of selected tools and equipment used during the inspection of mechanical insulation.
- Describe the process of inspecting mechanical insulation in order to verify that the materials and quality standards meet project specifications.
- Record the findings from an inspection of mechanical insulation on BCICA inspection forms.
Unit 2: Materials and Accessories
- Describe the materials, accessories, and jacketing commonly used in mechanical insulation.
- Identify materials, accessories, and jacketing commonly used in mechanical insulation.
Unit 3: Onsite Inspection
- Inspect piping insulation for correct materials, applications, finishes, and thickness
- Inspect ductwork and plenums for correct materials, applications, finishes, and thickness.
- Inspect equipment including pumps, steam headers, fan units, heat exchangers, and valves for the correct materials, applications, finishes, and thickness.
- Document the findings of an onsite inspection of mechanical insulation.
- Evaluate the workmanship used in the installation of mechanical insulation to ensure quality standards and conformance to BCICA Quality Assurance Certificate standards.
- Explain to owners and contractors why materials and installation practices may not meet quality assurance standards and how deficiencies may be addressed.
- Locate standards, specifications, and procedures in the BCICA inspection manual.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2012
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