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Alberta Pipe Trades College COURSE CALENDAR 2016 - 2017

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About Alberta Pipe Trades College

Alberta Pipe Trades College is a state-of-the-art

facility open to everyone interested in advancing

their career in the pipe trades, whether you are

a union or non-union apprentice, or a seasoned

union professional looking to earn a higher salary.

We offer a variety of courses for steamfitter-

pipefitter, plumber-gasfitter and welder. Courses

run throughout the year.

Instructors at Alberta Pipe Trades College bring

decades of knowledge and experience into

the classroom and provide superior education

through innovative, hands-on methods. We offer

smaller class sizes and are more affordable than

other institutions, providing free parking on site.

Register for our classes and see the difference

for yourself.

Alberta Pipe Trades College was built in 2009

and is supported by the United Association of

Plumbers and Pipefitters, Local 488. Tuition

reimbursements are available to members of

Local 488, upon successful completion.

For more information, call 780-488-1266.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Registrations for 2016-2017 courses are now open, and classes are filled on a first come, first served basis.

HOURS OF REGISTRATION 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Registration is accepted two ways:

In personVisit the Registrar Office at Alberta Pipe Trades College on the 2nd floor at 16120 - 118 Avenue in Edmonton.

By phonePlease call us at 780-482-9529.

REGISTRATION POLICIES1). Eligibility Must be UA Members.

2). IdentificationPlease have your Union ID Number with you at the time of registration.

3). FeesAll registration fees must be paid in full at the time of registering.

If you fail to attend and do not notify the registrar’s office, you will lose your registration fee; it will not be applied to another course.

4). Cancellation Policy Courses that do not have the pre-requisite number of registered students one (1) week prior to commencement are subject to cancellation.

5). Course ChangesAlberta Pipe Trades College makes every effort to provide services in accordance with the Course Calendar; however, we reserve the right to make changes throughout the educational year.

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Course CALENDAR

2016 - 2017

APPRENTICESHIP COURSES (open to UA members and non-union)

Registration for apprenticeship coursesis now available. Please call 780-482-9529 to register and have your apprenticeship ID number ready.

2ND PERIOD CLASSESAugust 29 – October 21, 2016Steamfitter-Pipefitter

October 24 – December 16, 2016PlumberSteamfitter-PipefitterWelder

January 3 – February 24, 2017Welder

February 27 – April 21, 2017Steamfitter-Pipefitter

May 1 – June 23, 2017Welder

1ST PERIOD CLASSESAugust 29 – October 21, 2016PlumberSteamfitter-PipefitterWelder

October 24 – December 16, 2016Welder

January 3 – February 24, 2017Steamfitter-Pipefitter

February 27 – April 21, 2017Steamfitter-PipefitterWelder

May 1 – June 23, 2017PlumberSteamfitter-PipefitterWelder

3RD PERIOD CLASSESAugust 29 – October 21, 2016Welder

October 24 – December 16, 2016Steamfitter-Pipefitter

January 3 – February 24, 2017PlumberSteamfitter-PipefitterWelder

February 27 – April 21, 2017Welder

May 1 – June 23, 2017Steamfitter-Pipefitter

4TH PERIOD CLASSFebruary 27 – April 21, 2017Plumber

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Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS)

The CSTS course is required for all tradespersons working on industrial worksites in Alberta. It is a computer-based introduction to worksite safety.

FEE: No fee for members; $65.00 for non-members

For an appointment, please call the office at 780-488-1266, ext. 281.

Pipeline Construction Safety Training (PCST)

The PCST course is required for all persons working pipeline in Alberta. It is a computer-based introduction to pipeline worksite safety.

FEE: No fee for members; $65.00 for non-members

For an appointment, please call the office at 780-488-1266, ext. 281.

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Course CALENDAR

2016 - 2017

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Instrument Fitter* PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

This course is designed to give the student an understanding of how to build a complete instrument installation system from transmitter to tap point, from header to end-user. The course will teach students how to construct tubing raceway with the installation of both tubing and tubing bundle and the installation of the instruments themselves.

Classes run from Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

FEE: $200.00

PRE-REQUISITES: Minimum 2nd year Steamfitter-Pipefitter and a minimum of four (4) registered students

September 26 – 30, 2016

October 24 – 28, 2016

November 21 – 25, 2016

December 12 – 16, 2016

January 23 – 27, 2017

February 13 – 17, 2017

March 20 – 24, 2017

April 17 – 21, 2017

May 15 – 19, 2017

June 12 – 16, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

Practical Rigging* PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

The 40-hour Practical Rigging course is designed for members working toward their UA Journeyperson status. A member interested in taking this course must be a second-year apprentice at minimum. The course consists of 20 hours of rigging theory in the classroom and 20 hours of practical lifts.

Classes run from Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

FEE: $75.00

PRE-REQUISITES: Must be a second-year apprentice and a minimum of three (3) registered students

September 19 – 23, 2016

October 17 – 21, 2016

November 14 – 18, 2016

December 12 – 16, 2016

January 16 – 20, 2017

February 21 – 24, 2017

March 13 – 17, 2017

April 10 – 13, 2017

May 8 – 12, 2017

June 5 – 9, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

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Industrial Templating and Fabrication * PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

This 40 hour course is designed to give students practical experience with pipe fabrication using different templates and techniques.

Class runs Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

FEE: $200.00

PRE-REQUISITES: Must be a 3rd year apprentice and a minimum of three (3) registered students.

September 19 – 23, 2016

October 17 – 21, 2016

November 14 – 18, 2016

January 16 – 20, 2017

February 21 – 24, 2017

March 13 – 17, 2017

April 10 – 13, 2017

May 8 – 12, 2017

June 5 – 9, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

Practical Pipefitting* PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

The 80-hour Practical Pipefitting course is designed for members working toward their UA Journeyperson status. A member interested in taking this course must be a second-year apprentice at minimum. The course includes a 24-hour theory component and a 56-hour practical component.

Classes run from Monday to Friday, for two weeks • 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

FEE: $300.00

PRE-REQUISITES: Must be a second-year apprentice and a minimum of three (3)

registered students

September 6 – 16, 2016

October 3 – 14, 2016

October 31 – November 10, 2016

November 28 – December 9, 2016

January 3 – 13, 2017

January 30 – February 10, 2017

February 27 – March 10, 2017

March 27 – April 7, 2017

April 24 – May 5, 2017

May 23 – June 2, 2017

June 19 – June 30, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

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EPRI Rigging* PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

Registration for EPRI Rigging programs will commence four (4) weeks before the start date of each class and registration will close two (2) weeks prior to the start date of each class.

The EPRI (Electric Power Research Institute) Rigging course is designed to educate journeyperson members about the complexities of working safely as rigging specialists. Members interested in taking this course need a strong rigging background, with at least three to five years of experience.

The course consists of three practical lifts and an intensive theory component. To pass, journeypersons must complete a 100-question, 90-minute, computer generated exam with a grade of 80% or higher.


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September 12 – 16, 2016

October 3 – 7, 2016



January 9 – January 13, 2017

February 6 – 10, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:


March 27 – March 31, 2017

April 24 – April 28, 2017

May 15 – 19, 2017

June 12 – 16, 2017

Classes run from Monday to Friday • 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

FEE: $300.00

PRE-REQUISITES: Journeyperson and a minimum of three

(3) registered students

Course CALENDAR

2016 - 2017

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Practical CWB Course (SMAW)* PPE Requirement – Welding helmet, CSA boots, gloves, eye protection

This course is designed to instruct beginner to intermediate welders to prepare for the four (4) CWB test welds under the S-Classification. The course includes four (4) hours of theory and thirty six (36) hours of supervised SMAW practical welding including completed weld tests. This course does not include the ABSA CWB examination and certification.

Class runs Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm FEE: $45.00

PRE-REQUISITE: Must be completed 1st period welder technical training and a minimum of three (3) registered students.

October 24 – 28, 2016

January 9 – 13, 2017


April 24 – 28, 2017

June 26 – 30, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

Practical CWB Course (FCAW)* PPE Requirement – Welding helmet, CSA boots, gloves, eye protection

This course is designed to instruct beginner to intermediate welders to prepare for the four (4) CWB test welds under the S-Classification. The course includes four (4) hours of theory and thirty six (36) hours of supervised FCAW practical welding including completed weld tests. This course does not include the ABSA CWB examination and certification.

Class runs Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm FEE: $45.00

PRE-REQUISITE: Must be completed 1st period welder technical training and a minimum of three (3) registered students.

Contact the registrar at 780 482 9529

or the website albertapipetrades.ca for

further course offerings.

AVAILABLE DATES:


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Basic Pipefitting* PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

This introductory course provides students with an understanding of the day-to-day operations of the fabrication shop. The first day of the course is theory taught in the classroom, and the second day is the practical elements of pipefitting.

Classes run for two days • 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

FEE: $20.00

PRE-REQUISITE: Minimum three (3) registered students

October 1 – 2, 2016

February 4 – 5, 2017

June 3 – 4, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

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Gasfitter Class A Upgrader

This program is ideally suited for the certified Grade B Gasfitter that has sufficient hours and experience to challenge the AIT Grade A Gasfitter Exam. It is also useful for the HVAC Technician who may want to improve their diagnostic skills and technical knowledge; however, this course does not qualify the HVAC Technician to challenge the Grade A Gasfitter exam.

Key elements of the course are: burner types, flame safeguard relays, schematics and wiring, diagnostics and service, properties of gases, gas trains, limits and controls, mathematics specific to industrial gas appliances and relevant codes.

The class runs Tuesdays and Thursdays for 18 weeks • 6:30 to 9:30 PM

FEE: $400.00 - training materials and books are included with the course fee

PRE-REQUISITES: Journeyperson Gasfitter B and a minimum of eight (8) registered students

AVAILABLE DATE:

January 3 – April 8, 2017


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Introduction to Polyfusion* PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

This course deals with the joining of polyethylene piping.

Classes run for one Saturday8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

FEE: $20.00

PRE-REQUISITE: Minimum of four (4) registered students

September 10, 2016

September 24, 2016

October 15, 2016

October 29, 2016

November 19, 2016

December 3, 2016

December 17, 2016

January 14, 2017

January 28, 2017

February 11, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

Introduction to Steam Tracing, Tube Bending & Raceway* PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

This course is designed to expose members to the safe work procedures involved in steam tracing. It focuses primarily on the practical aspects of steam tracing; however, there is also a theory component.

Classes run for one Sunday8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

FEE: $20.00


September 25, 2016

October 30, 2016

November 20, 2016

December 18, 2016

January 29, 2017

February 26, 2017

March 26, 2017

April 23, 2017

May 28, 2017

June 25, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

February 25, 2017

March 11, 2017

March 25, 2017

April 8, 2017

April 22, 2017

May 13, 2017

May 27, 2017

June 10, 2017

June 24, 2017

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Isometrics and Industrial Drawings II

This course is a continuation of Isometrics and Industrial Drawings I and offers instruction on field isometric and orthographic drawings, as well as P&ID (piping and instrumentation diagram) interpretation.

Classes run for one weekend • Saturday and Sunday • 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

FEE: $20.00

PRE-REQUISITES: Isometrics and Industrial Drawings 1 and a minimum of four (4) registered students

September 24 – 25, 2016

October 29 – 30, 2016

December 17 – 18, 2016

January 21 – 22, 2017

February 25 – 26, 2017

March 18 – 19, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

April 22 - 23, 2017

May 13 – 14, 2017

June 24 – 25, 2017

Isometrics and Industrial Drawings I

This course will increase members’ knowledge of the interpretation of orthographic and isometric drawings.

Classes run for one weekend • Saturday and Sunday • 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

FEE: $20.00


September 17 – 18, 2016

October 15 – 16, 2016

November 19 – 20, 2016

January 7 – 8, 2017

February 4 – 5, 2017

March 4 – 5, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

April 1 – 2, 2017

May 6 – 7, 2017

June 10 – 11, 2017

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ISPEC (Industrial Scheduling Planning Estimating Curriculum)

Join the evolution of industrial maintenance skill sets. Participate in an industrial based estimating, planning and scheduling course. ISPEC sessions require 32 hours of practical classroom participation. Graduate with a certificate of competency.

Classes run from Thursday to Sunday • 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

FEE: $200.00

PRE-REQUISITES: Journeyperson credential with a minimum of five (5) years turnaround and maintenance experience

October 20 – 23, 2016

January 26 – 29, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

April 6 – 9, 2017

June 15 – 18, 2017

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Medical Gas* PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

This course includes one afternoon of shop for a brazing demonstration and practice using purge procedures, as outlined in the code. The theoretical part of the course covers installation requirements of the medical gas systems, as well as the CSA-Z7396.1 code.

This course runs for one weekend • Saturday and Sunday • 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM FEE: $40.00


September 17 – 18, 2016

November 26 – 27, 2016

AVAILABLE DATES:


St. John Standard First Aid

This St. John Ambulance course includes the skills covered in Emergency First Aid and Level C (adult) CPR. Those who do not have immediate access to Emergency Medical Services should consider this training program.

This course runs for one weekend • Saturday and Sunday • 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

FEE: $32.00

PRE-REQUISITE: Minimum of six (6) registered students

January 21 – 22, 2017

March 11 – 12, 2017

June 3 – 4, 2017

October 1 – 2, 2016

AVAILABLE DATES:

January 14 – 15, 2017 April 29 – 30, 2017

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2016 - 2017

Steamfitter Equivalency

Alberta Industry and Training (AIT) examines workers’ experience and hours of work in the steamfitting-pipefitting trade to determine if they are qualified to challenge the Steamfitter Red Seal Exam. This successful program serves as a prerequisite to prepare the member to challenge the Red Seal Exam.

The 20-day course is highly condensed and provides essential technical information. Course topics include: Occupational Skills and Safety, Drawings and Specifications, Piping Layout, Rigging, HP and LP Steam Systems, Hydronic Systems, Refrigeration, Testing and Commissioning, and Maintenance and Repair. UA members from other provinces may also take this course in preparation for writing the exam in their home province.

Completion of Steamfitter Equivalency course does not guarantee an attempt of the Steamfitter Red Seal Qualification Exam. Students make provisions with AIT to allow for writing the trade qualification exam.

Classes run from Monday to Friday for four weeks • 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

FEE: $300.00

PRE-REQUISITE: Minimum four (4) registered students

September 6 – 30, 2016



January 3 – January 27, 2017


March 20 – April 13, 2017

April 24 – May 19, 2017

June 12 – July 7, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

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UA Foreman Training

This course delivers the necessary entry level training required to enable Journey workers to move into supervisory roles in the Union construction industry, with basic skills and information that are needed for our members to be successful in the transition to the role of a leader.

Classes run from Monday to Friday • 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

FEE: $300.00

PRE-REQUISITES: Alberta Journeyperson and a minimum of four (4) registered students

September 26 – 30, 2016

October 24 – 28, 2016

November 21 – 25, 2016

December 12 – 16, 2016

January 23 – 27, 2017

February 13 – 17, 2017

March 20 – 24, 2017

April 17 – 21, 2017

May 15 – 19, 2017

June 12 – 16, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

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UA Job Steward

The UA Steward Training Program will prepare Journeyperson workers to take leadership roles in working as a Union representative, to lead our membership in completing the work of the UA and protecting its jurisdiction in the workplace. This program is designed to prepare the Steward for their role as Leader and explain methods for working with management and membership towards a more productive jobsite.

Classes run from Wednesday to Friday • 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

FEE: $50.00

PRE-REQUISITES: Journeyperson credential and a minimum of four (4) registered students

October 12 – 14, 2016

January 11 – 13, 2017

April 11 – 13, 2017

June 21 – 23, 2017

AVAILABLE DATES:

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Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) and Workface Planning (WFP) Fundamentals Course (in partnership with Bentley Construction Academy Program)

This forty hour (40) course is intended for individuals that will be developing or implementing facets of the AWP and WFP program within a project or organization. This course will benefit those interested in improving their knowledge of these industry practices. This course is a pre-requisite to obtaining a WFP certification.

Class runs Monday to Friday • 8:00 am to 4:00 pm FEE: $2000.00

PRE-REQUISITE: Students are required to bring a laptop to class each day. Students are encouraged to watch AWP prior to the first day of class. This video can be found here: https://youtube/watch?v=Z9gnny5aJtQ.

Contact the registrar at 780 482 9529 or the website

albertapipetrades.ca for further course offerings.

AVAILABLE DATES:

September 12 – 16, 2016

October 17 – 21, 2016


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Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) Foundations(in partnership with Bentley Construction Academy Program)

This four (4) hour course is intended for students to develop an awareness in AWP and WFP that will be working on a project, or within an organization, that is using AWP or WFP.

8:00 am to 12:00 pm FEE: $400.00

PRE-REQUISITE: Students are required to bring a laptop to class. Students are encouraged to watch AWP prior to the first day of class. This video can be found here: https://youtube/watch?v=Z9gnny5aJtQ.




AVAILABLE DATES:

September 6, 2016

September 20, 2016

October 4, 2016

October 11, 2016

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Rope Access Training Course(in partnership with IRATA)

* PPE Requirement – CSA hardhat, CSA boots, gloves, eye protection

This forty (40) hour course allows students to obtain 1st level IRATA certification in rope access training. IRATA International’s rope access system is a safe method of working at heights where ropes and associated equipment are used to gain access to and from the work place, and to be supported there.

FEE: $200.00

PRE-REQUISITE: Students must be a minimum of registered 2nd period steamfitter-pipefitter and a minimum of four (4) registered students.

Contact the registrar at 780 482 9529 or the website

albertapipetrades.ca for further course offerings.

AVAILABLE DATES:

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Practical Submerged Arc Welding* PPE Requirement – Welding helmet, CSA boots, gloves, eye protection

This course is designed to instruct pressure welders to be an effective and efficient welder using the SAW process. The course will teach basic and intermediate techniques in set up and troubleshooting, loading spools, wire feed roots and welding from start to finish. Every student will be evaluated on the complete welding of coupons.

Class runs Friday to Sunday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm FEE: $45.00

PRE-REQUISITE: Must have a pressure welding certification a minimum of two (2) registered students.




AVAILABLE DATES:

Journeyperson to B Pressure Welder* PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

** Open to UA Members and Non-Union Members

This course is designed to prepare members to test for their Alberta “B” Pressure Welding ticket. There is a $300.00 refund available for Local 488 members taking this course. To qualify for the refund, Local 488 members must obtain ABSA certification.

Classes run three nights per weekMondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, for seven weeks6:00 to 10:00 PM in the welding shop

FEE: $477.00 (members); $1937.00

(non-members)

PRE-REQUISITES: Journeyperson Welder Certification and a minimum of four (4) registered students

September 6, 2016

January 3, 2017

April 17, 2017

AVAILABLE START DATES:

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Stainless TIG Welding* PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

The requirement for this course is any valid Alberta TIG ticket. Upon successful completion, members will receive their Stainless Steel TIG ticket. There is a $150.00 refund available for Local 488 members taking this course. To qualify for the refund Local 488 members must obtain ABSA certification.

Classes run three nights per week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, for seven weeks • 6:00 to 10:00 PM

FEE: $300.00

PRE-REQUISITES: B-Pressure ticket and a minimum of four (4) registered students

September 6, 2016

January 3, 2017

April 3, 2017


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TIG Tacking* PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

The objectives of this course are to teach apprentices how to set up, understand and successfully tack on carbon and stainless steel.

This four (4) hour course is offered Mondays starting at 12:00 pm.

FEE: $20.00

For more information, please call the registrar’s office at 780-482-9529.

TIG Carbon/Chrome * PPE Requirement – CSA boots, gloves, safety glasses and a long sleeve shirt.

The requirement for this course is a valid Alberta “B” Pressure Ticket. The TIG course deals with carbon and chrome pipe. Upon successful completion, members will receive their Chrome TIG Ticket. There is a $150.00 refund available for Local 488 members taking this course. To qualify for the refund Local 488 members must obtain ABSA certification.

Classes run three nights per week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, for seven weeks • 6:00 to 10:00 PM

FEE: $300.00

PRE-REQUISITES: B-Pressure ticket and a minimum of four (4) registered students

September 6, 2016

January 3, 2017

April 3, 2017


16120-118 Avenue

Edmonton, AB T5V 1C6

ALBERTA PIPE TRADES COLLEGE Phone: 780-488-1266

Fax: 780-482-9520

albertapipetrades.ca

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