Title: Module Overview-2
Course: Open PRO120 Equipment 1 > Section: MODULE 2: Pipes, Valves, Tanks & Vessels

Module Overview: Pipes, Valves, Tanks & Vessels | Module Learning Objectives
Face-2 Face Class

TBA

Online

In order to achieve those learning objectives to the right, you will have to take action! For this module, you should:

1. First read, watch or listen to the videos.
2. Flip through my PPTs, download the PDF versions to take notes and write questions for the classroom.
3. Next Read the Chapter for this mod-follow the directions in the Chapter Reading overview.
4. Participate in the  discussion forum as outlined within the forum
5. Complete the other assignments
6. Take the Reading Review Quiz
By the end of this module, you will be able to:

- Recall the purpose of piping, tubing, hoses and fittings in the process industry.
- Describe the uses of pipe, tubing, and hoses.
- Explain pressure and temperature limits of hoses and fittings.
- List and describe various fittings used for pipe, tubes, and hoses.
- Discuss the uses, advantages, and cautions for the types of materials used for piping.
- Discuss different schedules for piping thickness and ratings on flanges for required
- service.
- Discuss selection and sizing criteria as related to pressure, temperature, flow and corrosiveness of fluids.
- Identify types of connections.
- Describe the use of sealant compounds.
- List and describe different hose fittings for utility service.
- Describe associated piping topics.
- Identify and describe equipment tests.
- Identify and describe plugs, caps and double-valving applications.
- Describe the use of gaskets.
- Describe the Process Technician’s responsibilities regarding the selection, maintenance
- and repair of pipe, tubing, hoses, and fittings.
- Identify typical problems associated with pipe, tubing, hoses, and fittings.
- Recall the purpose of valves in the process industry.
- Recall common valve types.
- Recall the components of valves.
- Explain the purpose of each component.
- Describe the operating principles of valves.
- Describe safety and environmental concerns associated with valves.
- Identify typical procedures associated with valves.
- Describe the process technician’s role in valve operation and maintenance.
- Identify typical problems associated with valves.
- Recall the purpose of vessels in the refining and petrochemical industries.
- Recall the common types/applications of vessels.
- Identify the components of major vessel types.
- Explain the purpose of each component.
- Explain the operating principles of vessels.
- Describe safety and environmental hazards associated with vessels.
- Identify typical procedures associated with vessel operation and maintenance.
- Describe the process technician’s role in vessel operation and maintenance.
- Identify typical problems associated with vessels.