Our Courses – Piping Industry Training School Calgary

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Cross Connection (Initial)

You will learn how to determine the proper cross connection prevention device for an application, test the device, and demonstrate the skill required to ensure public safety.

Cross Connection (Recert)

This Cross Connection Control Recertification Challenge Exam offers certified testers with the opportunity to challenge the recertification exam.

Fire Hydrant ITM Initial Certification

This is a 3-day course that will go over proper testing, maintenance, and repair of the 4 major fire hydrants found in the City of Calgary (Mueller, AVK, McAvity, and Terminal City).

Fire Hydrant ITM Re-Certification

The Hydrant ITM re-certification course is a requirement to keep certification status for the ITM of private hydrants in the City of Calgary. Students will be issued any changes or updates to the appropriate codes and standards in this area, as well as be tested on the existing knowledge of Hydrant ITM.

Journeyman to B Pressure Welding

This course will provide theory, safety, and technical training for the Initial Alberta B Pressure qualification.

NFPA 25 Building Owner’s Responsibility Awareness Course

This course provides an in-depth understanding of the responsibilities of owners under the NFPA 25 standard for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems.

Copper Fundamentals

This introductory course provides students with the theory and knowledge of working with copper tube in the piping trades. The course includes understanding theory of materials and joining methods including soldering, brazing, flaring and compression, as well as hand skills development in practical application and testing.

GTAW Skills Upgrade Course

This class is designed to give welders the opportunity to hone in their skills in TIG process welding as used in the piping trades. From beginner to advanced, this course will give welders the chance to utilize the weld shops industry standard equipment along with our well stocked supplies and…

IPT Manual Course

This course provides an overview of information in the IPT Handbook and how to find information within as well as refresh participants on important and valuable sections for quick reference in the field. IPT Handbooks will be distributed to participants for personal use in the field.

PITS Rigging Level 1

As plumbers, steamfitters, sprinkler fitters and others employed by or associated with the piping trades, this basic vertical lift course is an introduction to the tools of the trade and to look at the safety and responsibilities of your task and actions.

PITS Rigging Level 2

As plumbers, steamfitters, sprinkler fitters and others employed by or associated with the piping trades, PITS Rigging Level 2 expands upon the curriculum and fundamentals learned in PITS Rigging Level 1.

Plumbing Code Upgrade Course

This course is intended for our Journeyperson and Apprentice Plumber members and will focus on the most current National & Alberta Plumbing Code applications.

Threading Fundamentals

This introductory course provides students with the correct method of utilizing threading machines and assembling iron pipe by following drawings and implementing measurement calculations including fitting allowance.

NAUSC ITM Certification

The NAUSC ITM (Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems) Certification was developed to aid in the education and training of those employed within the field of inspection, testing and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems.

NAUSC Job Steward Certification

This certification program is designed to provide consistent training for all Stewards across Canada and to emphasize the UA Standard for Excellence and the Steward’s critical role in its success.

NAUSC Medical Gas CSA Certification (2017 Standard)

The Medical Gas Piping and Systems Installation occupational certification program has been developed by CSA Group in conjunction with industry stakeholders to provide assurance that an individual possesses the competencies deemed necessary to perform the job function of a Medical Gas Piping and Systems Installer.

NAUSC Supervision level 1

Formerly named the NAUSC Foreman Certification Program, this training program offers essential skills and concepts needed to supervise a crew in the many sectors that Piping Professionals work within.

NAUSC Supervision Level 2

This training program builds on the essential skills and concepts learned in Level 1. Topics include communication & core values, planning, documentation, and legal responsibilities; a major component will be in class projects that encapsulate all topics presented.

NAUSC Advanced Work Packaging/ Workface Planning Level 1

The NAUSC AWP Level 1 course is the foundational first step in Advanced Work Packaging Training.

NAUSC Advanced Work Packaging/ Workface Planning Level 2

Building upon the foundation established in NAUSC Advanced Work Packaging/Work Face Planning (AWP/WFP) Level 1

NAUSC Diversity & Inclusion: Today’s Workforce Program

This course will discuss why diversity and inclusion are so important in the construction industry, how all people have biases that affect the way they behave, and why it’s so important to actively ensure our jobsites are free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying.

NAUSC Financial Literacy for UA Members

This course covers basic financial information to provide awareness and general education surrounding financial literacy and best practices for personal finances - specifically while navigating the construction industry.

NAUSC Lean Construction Awareness

The goal of Lean Construction is to increase collaboration and optimize productivity, performance, and safety in the industry.

NAUSC/GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green

In Fundamentals of Building Green, you will learn how to see buildings differently and discover strategies to improve their performance.

UA Foundations Online Program

The UA Foundations Online Program is designed for new and existing UA members to learn more about the organization they are a part of.

Fire Pump Level 1

Level 1 is an introduction to fire pumps, purpose, use, functionality, and inspection as used in water-based fire protection.

Fire Pump Level 2

Level 2 is an expansion on Level 1’s fundamentals and applies knowledge to the practical applications including full testing of fire pumps, metering flow and observing full flow conditions.

Fire Pump Level3

Further building on the 2 previous levels of Fire Pump, Level 3 explores a full rebuild of the pump, including bearings, packing, shaft, impeller, and alignment.

Switch Course

This course provides participants a thorough understanding of fire protection devices commonly utilized in the field.