QCTC 1371 - Pressure Vessels Codes

3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. A course in the requirements of inspection of pressure vessels including ASME Code Structure, function and requirements, Nondestructive Examination, Maintenance Inspection, Repairs and Alterations and Pressure Vessel Inspection Code. Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing.
Course Outcomes
1 - Demonstrate an awareness of the ASME codes and standards that govern the design, fabrication and inspection of coded pressure vessels.
2 - Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret materials, mill test reports, design and fabrication documents, and inspection documents.
3 - Identify the welding processes, procedures and symbology utilized on ASME coded vessels.
4 - Identify and demonstrate knowledge of postweld heat treatment processes and procedures.
5 - Identify the types of visual and non-destructive inspections and testing performed on ASME coded vessels, and when each would be used.
6 - Classify materials used in the design and fabrication of ASME coded vessels
7 - Demonstrate knowledge of AWS performance qualification standards.
8 - Perform standard calculations relative to coded vessel design and testing.