QCA Certification Preparation - A1
Preparation for QCA A1 Certification
1 Units
16 Lessons Preparation for QCA A1 Certification
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Lesson 1 - Introduction to Certification
Objective
The objective of this lesson is to gain an understanding of Certification compared to Training
Lesson 2 - General Overview
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to gain an understanding of the many applications of abrasive blast cleaning and the various uses of preparation. Also, to appreciate the role of the abrasive blast cleaning operator for industrial applications.
Lesson 3 - Pre-Surface Preparation
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to understand the importance of pre-surface condition requirements on steel surfaces and the implications on coating performance.
Lesson 4 - Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to understand the requirements for personal safety equipment when using abrasive blast cleaning equipment.
Lesson 5 - Breathing Air / Helmets
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to understand the requirements for breathing air during abrasive blast cleaning and the need for an abrasive blast cleaning helmet.
Lesson 6 - Types of Abrasives
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to gain a thorough understanding of the various types of abrasives used for surface preparation.
Lesson 7 - Surface Profile
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to gain an understanding of surface profile and how it affects coating systems.
Lesson 8 - Visual (Photographic) Standards
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to gain a thorough understanding of recognised standards used in the coatings industry.
Lesson 9 - Surface Cleanliness
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to understand the importance of surface cleanliness after abrasive blast cleaning and before coating operations.
Lesson 10 - Compressed Air and Air Requirements
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to understand the requirements of compressed air during portable abrasive blast cleaning.
Lesson 11 - Blast Hose and Associated Equipment
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to understand the use and requirements for the abrasive blast hose and associated equipment.
Lesson 12 - Types of Nozzle
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to understand the importance of nozzles used during abrasive blast cleaning. Also, to understand the various types of nozzles available to the abrasive blast cleaning operator.
Lesson 13 - Equipment Set-Up and Testing
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to understand how to check and test abrasive blast cleaning equipment and associated equipment before use.
Lesson 14 - Abrasive Blast Cleaning Standards/Guides
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to understand that various abrasive blast cleaning standards/Guides exist in the coatings industry. Also, to understand that abrasive blast cleaning standards differ depending upon the initial condition of the steel.
Lesson 15 - Abrasive Blast Cleaning Process
Objective
The objective of this training unit is to understand how the abrasive blast operator should safely and efficiently blast clean surfaces.
Lesson 16 - Practical Assessment
Objective
The objective of this training Lesson is to gain an insight into the Practical Assessment that is conducted as part of the QCA Certification.