Swagelok Valve Essentials Class
Course Objective
The course aims to teach trainees to learn how to choose the right valves for applications by identifying proper valve types and functions, understanding key features and construction, and identifying common issues. This course will introduce common fluid system terminology and the significance of leakage and how to control it. The course will reinforce safety as a key consideration when selecting, maintaining, or replacing valves.
Content covered:
- Valve types
- Design & selection considerations
- Materials of construction and valve components
- Valve actuation
- Installation considerations
- Leakages & common faults
- Factors impacting service life
Target Audience
Technicians, Fitters, maintenance and engineering personnel involved in the installation, maintenance, inspection and design of small bore tubing and piping systems.
Details of the course:
| Course length | 1 day |
| Course delivery | Theory – PowerPoint slides, complemented with printed handouts. Practical – Visual inspection of various valve samples |
| Assessment | Written |
| Certification | Upon attaining a grade of "Competent", trainees will be issued a Swagelok Certificate of Completion |