NCCER Pipefitting Level 2

Issued by NCCER

This individual has demonstrated the ability to: • Identify different piping systems • Interpret piping system color codes • Read and interpret drawings used by pipefitters • Create field sketches • Identify valves by type and function • Describe valve operators and actuators • Interpret valve markings and nameplate information • Use architects’ and engineers’ scales • Apply formulas to calculate area, volume, and circumference • Calculate offset, travel, and run …see more skills below.

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Earning Criteria

…skills continued… • Measure, thread, and assemble threaded piping systems • Determine pipe length between fittings • Install bolted and screwed valves • Identify socket weld pipe materials/fittings • Measure and fit socket weld piping systems • Identify butt weld pipe materials/fittings • Measure and prepare pipe components for butt welding • Identify trench hazards and safety procedures • Describe how to prepare a trench to lay pipe • Join ductile iron pipe • Join CPVC and PVC
Completed training through an NCCER Accredited training organization. Successfully demonstrated to an NCCER-certified instructor and/or evaluator the performance task requirements for this level. Successfully completed the course modules and passed the knowledge based examinations.