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Boilermaker – Pressure Vessel

National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)

Certificate

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A journey-level boilermaker is skilled in all aspects of safe boiler and boiler component assembly and maintenance, including welding, pipe fabrication, and stress relieving. A boilermaker is also knowledgeable in oxyfuel cutting, identifying and installing valves, pipe hangers and supports, rigging, and able to read boiler drawings and detail sheets.

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Overview - Two-hour closed-book examination - May use a basic function, non-printing calculator - No extra papers, books, notes or study materials are allowed - Approved reference: The Pipefitters Blue Book by W.V. Graves Minimum passing score is 75. Performance Verification A corresponding hands-on Performance Verification is available. NCCER Curriculum All NCCER knowledge assessments are referenced to NCCER’s curriculum modules as listed on this specification sheet. This assessment is referenced to NCCER’s 2nd edition of the Boilermaking curriculum. You may order books and modules from Pearson by visiting www.nccer.org/order-books-modules/ Assessment Development All questions are developed and approved by subject matter experts under the direction of NCCER. Credentials Upon successful completion of the knowledge assessment or performance verification, credentials can be viewed and printed by the individual or assessment program through their NCCER Account. Score Report and Training Prescription Each candidate will have online access to their assessment results including their overall score and recommended training through their NCCER Account.

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Apply boilermaker fundamentals including trade knowledge safety practices and industry standards
  • Perform cutting operations using basic cutting techniques and equipment
  • Perform welding operations using basic welding techniques and equipment
  • Install and apply pipe support systems to secure and position piping
  • Perform rigging operations to safely move and position materials and components
  • Read and interpret construction drawings to support fabrication and installation activities
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators51-8021.00
  • Boilermakers47-2011.00
  • Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers51-4121.00
  • Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders51-4122.00
  • Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters51-2041.00
  • Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters47-2152.00
  • Pipelayers47-2151.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Boiler and auxiliary equipment operation — manage daily startup and shutdown sequences with minimal oversight in a mid-sized commercial facility.
  • Gauge and meter readings — interpret instrument data and compare against acceptable operating ranges to confirm proper boiler performance during a routine shift.
  • Valve and control adjustments — regulate water, fuel, and combustion air flow independently to sustain required steam and heat output across a building complex.
  • Boiler water chemistry — conduct water quality tests, interpret results, and add approved treatment chemicals to prevent corrosion and scale buildup.
  • Operational and maintenance logs — maintain accurate daily records of test results, instrument readings, and minor malfunctions using facility log systems.
  • Equipment malfunction detection — recognize early indicators of leaks or system irregularities during scheduled inspection rounds and escalate non-routine findings appropriately.
  • Troubleshooting common faults — diagnose and resolve frequently recurring equipment issues such as pressure fluctuations or pump failures in a familiar plant environment.
  • Spreadsheet and office software — organize operational data and generate shift summary reports for review by senior engineering staff.
  • Preventive maintenance tasks — perform scheduled lubrication, filter changes, and minor adjustments on compressors and auxiliary systems according to manufacturer intervals.
  • Emergency response protocols — follow established safety and shutdown procedures during equipment alarms, applying plant-specific protocols with developing confidence.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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