Construction Boilermaker - Level 1 - 428A - 2008

Oct 29, 2026

Upload by Aran

Curriculum standard for the Construction Boilermaker apprenticeship program at Level 1, grounded in industry-approved on-the-job performance objectives. Defines the in-school learning focus on theoretical knowledge and essential skills that support the Apprenticeship Training Standards, while practical training on work sites and regular evaluations verify achievement of the learning outcomes. Includes a structured sequence of reportable subjects covering pressure vessels, trade environment, rigging and hoisting, prints and layouts, trade tools and equipment, applied trade calculations, and welding and cutting, plus an appendix with tools and equipment.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages54

Reading Time2 h 16 min

AccessFree to download

Preface

Level 1

Reportable Subject Summary – Level 1

S0481 Plant Systems and Ancillary Components I

S0482 Trade Environment

S0483 Rigging and Hoisting I

S0484 Prints And Layouts I

S0485 Trade Tools and Equipment

S0486 Applied Trade Calculations I

S0487 Welding and Cutting I

Appendix A: Tools and Equipment List

Apprenticeship Curriculum Standard Construction Boilermaker Level 1 428A 2008 Table of Contents Preface ................................................................................................................................ 1 Level 1................................................................................................................................. 2 Reportable Subject Summary – Level 1 .............................................................................. 3 S0481 Plant Systems and Ancillary Components I ...................................................... 4 S0481.1 Introduction to Pressure Vessels ................................................... 5 S0481.2 Pressure Vessel Components and Fittings .................................... 7 S0482 Trade Environment ........................................................................................... 9 S0482.1 Communication ............................................................................ 10 S0482.2 Apprenticeship, Trade Unions and Product Information .............. 12 S0483 Rigging and Hoisting I .................................................................................... 13 S0483.1 Wire Rope and Block and Tackle................................................. 14 S0483.2 Work Platforms, Scaffolding and Fall Arrest Systems.................. 16 S0483.3 Hand Signals and Radio Communication Signals........................ 18 S0484 Prints And Layouts I ....................................................................................... 20 S0484.1 Basic Drafting .............................................................................. 21 S0484.2 Introduction to Layout .................................................................. 23 S0484.3 Basic Construction Materials ....................................................... 25 S0485 Trade Tools and Equipment ........................................................................... 28 S0485.1 Basic Trade Tools ........................................................................ 30 S0485.2 Instruments .................................................................................. 32 S0485.3 Power Tools (Electric and Pneumatic) ......................................... 33 S0485.4 Shop Equipment .......................................................................... 34 S0486 Applied Trade Calculations I........................................................................... 36 S0486.1 Basic Mathematics....................................................................... 37 S0487 Welding and Cutting I ..................................................................................... 39 S0487.1 Flame Cutting .............................................................................. 40 S0487.2 Shielded Metal Arc Welding......................................................... 42 S0487.3 Basic Metallurgy .......................................................................... 45 APPENDIX A: Tools and Equipment List .......................................................................... 47 Please Note: This Standard has been revised to reflect the visual identity of Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) which replaced the Ontario College of Trades on January 1, 2022. The content of this Standard may refer to the former organization; however, all trade specific information or content remains relevant and accurate based on the original date of publishing. Please refer to STO’s website: [skilledtradesontario.ca](skilledtradesontario.ca) for the most accurate and up to date information. For information about BOSTA and its regulations, please visit Building Opportunities in the Skilled Trades Act, 2021 (BOSTA) . Any updates to this publication are available on-line; to download this document in PDF format, please follow the [link:](link: Skilled Trades Ontario.ca)[ ](link: Skilled Trades

FAQs

What is the purpose of this Construction Boilermaker Level 1 curriculum standard?

It sets out the in-school curriculum for the Construction Boilermaker apprenticeship, based on industry-approved on-the-job performance objectives and linked learning outcomes.

How does the program balance in-school learning and work-site training?

In-school training focuses on theoretical knowledge and essential skills, while practical skill training is reinforced on the job through employer/sponsor-supported work-site experience and regular evaluations.

Which learning areas are covered in Level 1?

Level 1 includes reportable subjects such as plant systems and pressure vessel components, trade environment communication and information, rigging and hoisting, prints and layouts, tools and equipment, applied calculations, and welding and cutting.

Oct 29, 2026

Upload by Aran