The PSAH HDPE Pipeline joining processes and Quality Assurance program is designed for Engineers, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, and leading hands who want to further their knowledge of the current HDPE pipeline joining process and the QA/QC involved to achieve success in the installation of HDPE pipelines.
The learner will receive an Industry Recognised Certificate of Attendance once they have successfully completed the 1-day course. This course is industry-recognised and has been delivered to Tier 1 companies all over Australia.
If you would like more information about this course, please email training@psah.com.au
Where can it take your career?
The HDPE Pipeline QA/QC course is the latest course designed for site engineers, site supervisors, leading hands and HDPE pipeline welders looking to further their career opportunities.
This unit is perfect for learners who are:
- Seeking to gain the knowledge and skills to assist in the Quality Assurance and Quality control aspects of HDPE pipelines undertaken in the field and in factory conditions, where pipelines may be for transmission of gas, liquids, or solids.
How is the unit delivered?
Training is delivered via face-to-face training and assessment.
Unit Duration: This unit is designed to be completed in 6-8 hours (depending on learner engagement and question time)
Note: Please read PSAH Training and Recruitment Handbook and other policies and procedures including Refund Policy, Complaints and Appeals Policy, RPL Procedure prior to enrolling.
What will you learn in the HDPE Pipeline QA/QC course?
This unit is designed to develop your expertise in Quality Assurance and Quality Control of welded HDPE pipelines. Among others, you will learn to:
- How to check incoming products are compliant
- Standard Dimension Ratio
- Terminology
- Calculation
- Tolerances
- Relevant AS / PIPA standards and procedures to ensure compliance
- AS/NZ 4129 – AS/NZ 4130
- ISO 21307 2017 Butt fusion jointing procedures for polyethylene (PE) pipes and fittings used in the construction of gas and water distribution systems
- Plastics Industry Piping Association (PIPA) Guidelines
- PIPA POP – 001, 003, 014
- Butt methodologies
- High pressure Vs Low pressure
- Weld identification
- Assessment of completed welds
- EF methodologies
- Correct marking out procedures
- Correct data recording
- Weld identification
- Assessment of completed welds
- How to interpret/manage data logger information to secure conformance against ISO Standards.
- McElroy VAULT Datalogger weld report collection system
- Deciphering VAULT weld reports
- Data collection
- Additional notes when verifying welds
How is the unit structured?
All learners will be assessed through a combination of the following assessment methods:
- Face-to-face training delivery
- Questioning – Verbal
What are the entry requirements?
There are no formal pre-requisite requirements for this unit of competency according to the training package requirements. It is suggested that site engineers, site supervisors, leading hands and HDPE pipeline welders looking to further their career opportunities attend this course.
What are the resources needed to complete the unit?
To support you in your new unit with PSAH Training and Recruitment, we will provide access to:
- Learner Guides
- ISO Standards
- AS/NZ – 4129/4130 standards
- PIPA POP 001/003/014 Guidelines
PSAH Morning tea and lunch
- Morning tea supplied (Tea, coffee, and biscuits) but the students MUST supply their own lunch
- There is a fridge and kitchen amenities available at the PSAH Training and Recruitment Pty Ltd facility
Parking at PSAH Training and Recruitment Pty Ltd facility
- Onsite parking is limited at the PSAH Training and Recruitment Pty Ltd facility but there is parking available on Robson Street
What you need on the day of the course
For classes, students will need to bring a valid drivers licence or valid form of Identification (Government issued I.D. card), ensure they are fit to work and not under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and MUST supply their own lunch.
What is the unit fee?
For course fees and locations click on the BOOK NOW tab.
Please see Fees and Refunds Policy for more information.
Group bookings and Onsite course delivery
For group bookings and Onsite course delivery please get in contact with PSAH Training and Recruitment Pty Ltd for a quote.
What are the Qualification Pathways?
Once enrolled, you may also consider additional training to complement your welding skills with courses such as:
- PMB30121 Certificate III in Polymer Processing*
- PMB40121 Certificate IV in Polymer Technology*
- UEG30120 Certificate III in Gas Supply Industry Operations*
- UEG40220 Certificate IV in Gas Supply Industry Operations*
- NWP30219 Certificate III in Water Industry Operations*
- AHC32419 Certificate III in Irrigation Technology*
*These courses are not offered by PSAH Training and Recruitment.
Please read PSAH Training and Recruitment Student Handbook and other policies and procedures including Refund Policy, Complaints and Appeals Policy, RPL Procedure prior to enrolling.
