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Welcome to TUBE U®
Online Training, your online “university” for first-rate
instruction in the fundamentals of tube producing and fabricating.
Explore these pages and try a free demonstration
of a TUBE U course to see what this dynamic program has to
offer you!
Participating in an interactive TUBE U course is a great way to
jump-start your on-the-job training:
- No need to spend time and money traveling to workshops or seminars.
- Pick up basic concepts and terminology;
- gain a familiarity with manufacturing processes; and
- learn your way around a tube mill or job shop ...
... all at the convenience of your own computer!
TUBE U is the perfect solution for:
- The engineer who wants to learn applications of production processes.
- the machine operator who needs to get shop floor techniques
under his belt.
- the salesperson who would benefit from a knowledge of technical
concepts and vocabulary.
At this “university,” you’re in control of your
schedule.
- The online “classroom” is open 24 hours a day,
seven days a week.
- Complete as much or as little at each sitting as you like.
- Take up to 12 weeks to complete a course.
Course content at TUBE U is developed by experts in the field,
and geared toward exposing you to current industry standards and
best practices.
Interactive programs keep you engaged in learning the fundamentals
of tube technology.
Slideshows are accompanied by audio to help you absorb the material.
Self-checks and WebBoard discussions help you retain it.
Successfully complete the final test and receive
a certificate of completion that announces your achievement.
 TUBE
U is sponsored by the Tube & Pipe Association, International (TPA), your industry’s
leading association. Find out more about TPA at www.tpatube.org
or call customer service at 815-399-8775.
This site is hosted and maintained by Northern Illinois University.
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Check out descriptions of the
Courses that are currently being
offered at TUBE U.
Contributing Experts
Tube U® was developed with the input of experts from
a variety of industry sectors. Learn about the experts who were
instrumental in the evolution of these courses.
Learn about TPA experts
Hear what TUBE U Course
“Graduates” had to say:
“My knowledge of the fundamentals of
tube mill operation was greatly improved from taking this
course.”
“Online course was convenient. I learned
a lot of terminology and it made me participate.”
“The simple steps made learning enjoyable.”
“I took my time with the course. TPA
and NIU were extremely helpful.”
“I liked the wealth of advice available
through the ‘additional resources.’ “
“The course was very organized, with
logical structure as a whole, and with each individual unit.”
Things I liked: “Self-paced, accurate,
fun learning.” |
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