Sprinkler Fitting, Level 4

Description

MODULES

1. System Layout (18401)
2. Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance (18402)
3. Special Extinguishing Systems (18403)
4. Fundamentals of Crew Leadership (46101)
5. Procedures and Documentation (18405)

New and updated features of this title

A deeper focus on employability

• REVISED: The most relevant job skills are targeted in this edition. Content has been simplified to apply to sprinkler fitter job tasks more directly.
• REVISED: The addition of practical job scenarios for math and review questions adds relevance for career seekers.
• NEW: The module Fundamentals of Crew Leadership (46101) was added to provide front-line leadership training for fourth-year apprentices.

Alignment with industry standards

• REVISED: The most recent editions of all necessary fire sprinkler codes are incorporated throughout, including the 2019 edition of NFPA 13 Code (National Fire Protection Association). These revisions were made by subject matter experts who sit on the NFPA’s code-making panels.
• UPDATED: Updates to industry terminology, technology, art and content organization are woven into the new instructional design. Art depicts materials approved by testing organizations such as UL.
• EXPANDED: New coverage reflects industry-accepted practices in areas such as system layout and design methods (18401), modern clean agents (18403) and safety and risk reduction (18405).

Sprinkler Fitting, Trainee Guide, is the most comprehensive apprenticeship training in the fire sprinkler industry. It targets the most relevant job skills, while bringing you up to date with the latest fire sprinkler codes. Developed with the American Fire Sprinkler Association, the Level 4 guide covers “big picture” competencies, including system layout, procedures and documentation, inspection and maintenance, and, in the new edition, crew leadership.

The 4th Edition series was revised by leading educators, contractors and manufacturers in the fire sprinkler industry. Its new objectives-driven instructional design is built around job skills and practical knowledge, and it reflects the latest products, technology and best practices.

In this edition, the most relevant job skills are targeted, and content has been simplified to apply to sprinkler fitter job tasks more directly. Also, the module Fundamentals of Crew Leadership was added to provide front-line leadership training for fourth-year apprentices.

Key features of this title

Practical application

• Step-by-step instructions throughout the text guide trainees through technical procedures and tasks.
• An introductory page before each module lists objectives, trade terms and performance tasks.
• Trade features present technical tips and professional practices based on real on-the-job scenarios.

Engaging pedagogy

• Review questions test students’ knowledge of the content they’ve just read.
• Profiles of industry leaders offer trainees inspiring first-hand insight.
• Figures and tables illustrate important concepts and clarify complex instructions.

About our author

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) education foundation that provides portable, industry-recognized credentials and certifications for skilled craft professionals. Its comprehensive workforce development system includes accreditation, training, assessment, certification and career development solutions for the construction and maintenance industries.