Pipelaying

This course provides practical and technical skills required to become a pipe layer in the civil construction industry. Pipe layers install underground pipes on major infrastructure projects such as highways, dams and the drainage or airfield and sub-divisions.

These pipes may be constructed from steel, concrete or plastic and are used for storm water, sewerage, water supply and gas pipelines that may extend many hundreds of kilometres.

Key learning Areas

• Interpreting drawings and specifications.
• Preparing the work area for installation.
• Excavation techniques for different pipelines.
• Installing the pipelines in a safe manner.
• Testing the pipeline.
• Techniques and methods for backfilling.
• Installing culvert and manholes.