Insulator Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to apply insulation materials to pipes, boilers, ducts, refrigeration systems, and related equipment to reduce the passage of heat, cold, sound, or fire. Includes instruction in insulation specifications, measuring and cutting insulating material, applying and securing insulation, installing vapor barriers, insulation system maintenance, asbestos removal and abatement, and safety training. Is Insulator the right major for you?
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Insulator Major

What Courses Do Insulator Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Insulator majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

  • Applied Mathematics
  • Asbestos Abatement
  • Insulation Maintenance
  • Insulation Specifications