For courses in pipefitting.

Building specialized skills for the in-demand pipefitter

NCCER’s four-level Pipefitting Trainee Guide equips learners with the distinct skills that separate pipefitting from plumbing. Trainees learn how to install and repair high- and low-pressure pipe systems used in manufacturing, in generating electricity, and in heating and cooling buildings. The curriculum meets the U.S. Department of Labor’s standards for apprenticeship programs.

The 4th Edition is built around NCCER’s instructional systems design, which links learning objectives to each module’s content. All modules were updated to reflect recommendations from subject matter experts on how best to prioritize the key competencies required of a professional pipefitter.

Key features of this title

Practical approach to learning a craft

• Step-by-step instructions throughout the text guide trainees through tasks, technical procedures and math equations.
• An introductory page before each module lists objectives, trade terms and performance tasks.
• Trade features present technical tips and professional practices based on real on-the-job scenarios.

Engaging pedagogy

• Review questions test students’ knowledge of the content they’ve just read.
• Photos, diagrams and other visuals are used throughout to illustrate concepts and clarify instructions.

New and updated features of this title

Broad updates

• NEW: NCCER’s latest instructional systems design links learning objectives to each module’s content, while refreshing the text’s look and feel.
• REVISED: Professional competencies were reprioritized, based on feedback from subject matter experts. Portions of this content were also edited for clarity and efficiency.
• EXPANDED & UPDATED: Additional study questions and updated graphics and photos support content updates.

Modular updates

• NEW: A new objective in Module 08207, Butt-Weld Pipe Fabrication, promotes mastery in cutting out a butt weld to save the fitting, pipe or valve.
• NEW: A new performance task in Module 08206, Socket Weld Pipe Fabrication, teaches trainees how to cut out a socket weld to save the fitting, pipe or valve.
• EXPANDED: New trade terms were added to several modules of Pipefitting, Level 2. The definitions of several trade terms have been expanded or updated.