Advanced Journeymen Courses
Last update to this page: 08/20/2007

  SJMCA / UA Local 322 Foreman Class

Advanced techniques of project control will be discussed and a review of the foreman’s responsibility in regards to contract documents, change orders, material handling, planning and scheduling, test reports, job close out and startup will be covered
Saturday

October 21, 2006

8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Built-Rite Certification

This PSM safety course meets all requirements to gain access to Sunoco NJ/PA and Valero NJ refineries. Upon completion of the course you will receive a Built-Rite Photo ID Safety Card valid for one year.

1st Wednesday
of every month beginning December, 2007

6:00 to 8:00 PM

 

Built-Rite Re-Certification (refresher course)

For members with a current Built-Rite certification that is due to expire. Completion of this 2 hour refresher course will renew your Built-Rite   qualification for another year.

If your qualification has expired then you will need to re-take the full 8 hour course.

NOTE: The Built-Rite re-certification is now required annually. Those who on record as attending re-certification class before January 2007 and passing the exam will not need to take the re-cert until 2 year after attending the class. Anyone on record as attending from February 2007 forward the certification is only good for one year. This change was made by the Built-Rite organization, not Local 322.

  Level I Instrumentation Technician Course (continued from last year)

The United Association and IBEW have developed this new Instrumentation Calibration Technician Certification. This new course covers the various aspects of instrumentation, electrical and mechanical theory and instrumentation. Upon completion of this course, you will be eligible to take the UA/IBEW Level I Certification Examination.
  NEW Level II Instrumentation Technician Course

For members who have completed the Level I certification test; he or she is eligible to take the Level 2 - Practical Exam. The Practical Exam is a hands-on proficiency test. Participants will learn to perform various calibrations on an assortment of different instruments using the test and calibration equipment provided in preparation for the UA/IBEW Level 2 Examination.

  Pipe Welding (two classes running)

Learn to weld using the SMAW (Stick), TIG & MIG welding processes.
There are 12 welding booths
, so each class is limited to 12 students.
Sign up early to hold a seat.
Contact the Training Center
  Installing Medical Gas Systems – NFPA 99 C 2002

This is a 32 hour course and covers code governing medical gas piping code interpretation, installer qualification, and brazing qualification in accordance with ASME, Section IX. A written exam and brazing procedure will be administered at the end of the course. Participants in this course who successfully pass these examinations will qualify for a certification as an installer by the American Medical Gas Institute Inc.

This classes fills up fast so don't delay in calling.

  2006 Plumbing Code

One night to review the latest changes that were adopted for the 2003 National Standard Plumbing Code.
  Computers Literacy 101

This is a 3 credit general education course and will be offered by Camden County College at our Training Center. This is a great foundation course for anyone interested in taking AutoCAD, Estimating, or a Planning & Scheduling course in the future.

NOTE: All college courses held at Local 322's Training Center are co-funded by LU 322's Education Fund and SJMCA Contractors. Members are responsible for the cost of text books and $100.00 course fee.

 

NJ Master Plumbers License Renewal Class
Continuing Education Course for NJ Master Plumbers License Holders.

This 5 hour class is required to renew your plumbing license and all seminars must be completed before license renewal date of April, 2007.

As mandated by the State Board of Master Plumbers,
Master Plumbers must bring the following:

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You will be notified later with additional requirements

Cost: $75.00

  Interpretation of the Plumbing Code

This 10 week course is for those members want to learn and full understand the latest edition of the 2006 National Standard Plumbing Code and also is a good way for those members seeking to take the NJ Master Plumbers Exam. A copy of the 2006 NSPC (illustrated version) is required for this class and may be ordered by calling

PHCC-NJ @ 800-652-7422.

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  Value Engineering D463 Drexel University

Covers the value concept. Value Engineering, job planning, and techniques of project selection.

Required for Construction Management students.

Contact the Training Center for more information.

Free Jacket UA Local 322 members who complete 80 hours of Journeymen training between September, 2006 to June, 2007, will be eligible for a FREE JACKET
  The courses listed below are not being offered this semester. If you have interest in one of thee classes please contact the Training Center for more information. If there enough interest in a particular class is determined it may be possible to add the class to our curriculum in the near future.
Not offered this semester New Beginners AutoCad Class

A beginners AutoCAD drawing course. To enroll in this course a student must have a home computer and a basic background in mechanical drawing and computer use
(this class does not teach basic computer skills).
Not offered this semester UA /EPRI Valve Repair Technician re-certification course

This course is for renewal of the UA/EPRI Valve Repair Technician certification.
Three night review classes are being scheduled, one on Tuesdays and one on Wednesday nights.

Not offered this semester

Backflow Device Testing

Instruction in the installation, service, and hands-on testing of backflow prevention assemblies. Successful completion of this course and written and practical exam will result in certification as a tester by the ASSE (American Society of Sanitary Engineering). This course will be offered 1 time this year and require 33 hours to complete.

Not offered this semester

Live Steam Trap and Steam Heating Coil Seminar

This seminar will cover Steam trap & Coil sizing, installation and troubleshooting techniques using a live steam system with see through glass piping and trap internals.

Presented by Ed Holfman from Associate Steam INC.

Not offered this semester

UA Valve Repair Certification

This course is an intensive 40 hour classroom program. It includes classroom instruction, textbook materials, and hands-on experience. Class members will be instructed in the disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly of different types of valves found in power plants and other industrial facilities. In the process, students will learn to use valve reconditioning equipment and become skilled in the use and application of precision measurement and sensitive calibration tools.

   
Not offered this semester Pipefitters Make It Fit

In this advanced pipe layout course, you will learn to determine the angle required and fabricate odd-angle offsets. Old fitters secrets along with some modern methods will be used to fabricate miters, saddles, shortest combination offsets made with odd angle elbows, and short simple offsets. Branch line off-back of elbow, 3-weld odd angle offsets, and template layout will also be discussed. This class will convene over six weeks and class size is limited to ten. All others will be placed on a waiting list for the next available start date. 
Not offered this semester ADA Code Review  (Americans With Disabilities Act)

A review of the guidelines and code as applied to design construction of Public Restrooms.
Not offered this semester Soldering and Brazing

This is a hands-on course. Experts from the industry will demonstrate the techniques and procedures for lead free soldering and brazing.
Free Jacket UA Local 322 members who complete 80 hours of Journeymen training between September, 2006 to June, 2007, will be eligible for a FREE JACKET
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If you wish to take advantage of these opportunities to update or upgrade 
your knowledge and skills, you can register for a class in two ways:

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By calling 609-567-3322 ext. 4

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Send an email to: local322@bellatlantic.net

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By coming into the Business Office between 
the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 3:00 PM

Certain class sizes may be limited, once classes are filled you will be put on a waiting list for an additional class.

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