OICEW-1-1D
Sweat joint
Function: Maintenance and repair at the operational level
| Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
|---|---|---|
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Appropriate use of hand tools, machine tools and measuring instruments for fabrication and repair on board |
C1.6 Use of hand tools, machine tools and measuring instruments |
Sweat joint |
Assessed in: ST-0999E Sea Term I (Engineering Portion)
Condition
In a workshop/laboratory or other safe working environment, given proper tools, lighting, ventilation, and 1/2 inch copper tube and coupling.
Behavior
Plan, prepare and make a sweat joint forming the copper tube and coupling and describe actions as they are being performed.
Standard
- The plan and layout of the job are correct, in proper sequence, and incorporate all safety considerations;
- All required equipment is set up and job is properly laid out;
- Copper tubes are formed according to plan and finished joint has no evidence of lack of fill, flux entrapment, non-continuous fillet, base metal erosion, base cracks or other defects;
- Actions being executed are described correctly as they are being performed;
- No safety violations are observed.
