🎯 Course Description:
This intensive course prepares participants for the API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector certification by covering the comprehensive requirements for the inspection, maintenance, repair, and alteration of pressure vessels in compliance with API standards. The training emphasizes practical skills in pressure vessel integrity assessment, risk-based inspection planning, and adherence to safety codes.
Through a blend of theory, case studies, and hands-on exercises, participants will gain the expertise to evaluate vessel condition, perform damage assessments, and ensure safe operation throughout the vessel lifecycle.
👥 Who Should Attend:
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Pressure vessel inspectors and technicians
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Mechanical and maintenance engineers
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Plant integrity and reliability engineers
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Quality assurance and control personnel
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Maintenance supervisors and managers
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Professionals preparing for API 510 certification
🗓️ Day 1: Introduction and API 510 Code Overview
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Welcome, Course Objectives, Participant Introductions |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | API 510 Code Structure and Scope |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | Pressure Vessel Fundamentals – Design, materials, and construction basics |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Inspection Basics – Types, techniques, and inspection intervals |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) Concepts |
🗓️ Day 2: Inspection Methods and Techniques
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Visual Inspection and NDT Methods – VT, UT, RT, PT, MT |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Corrosion and Damage Mechanisms – Types and detection |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Thickness Measurement and Corrosion Monitoring |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Workshop: Interpreting inspection data and reports |
🗓️ Day 3: Repairs, Alterations, and Fitness-for-Service
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Repair and Alteration Procedures – API 510 requirements |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Fitness-for-Service (FFS) Assessments – API 579 overview |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Welding and Heat Treatment Considerations |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Case Study: Evaluation of pressure vessel repairs |
🗓️ Day 4: Pressure Vessel Documentation and Compliance
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Pressure Vessel Documentation – Inspection reports, data books, and history |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Code Compliance and Legal Requirements |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Risk Management and Inspection Planning |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Workshop: Developing an inspection plan based on API 510 |
🗓️ Day 5: Exam Preparation and Final Review
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | API 510 Exam Format and Tips |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Mock Exam and Question Review |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Review of Key Topics and Q&A |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Final Q&A, Feedback, Course Wrap-Up & Certificates |
📂 Materials Provided:
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API 510 Code Summary and Guidebook
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Inspection Checklist Templates
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Repair and Alteration Procedures Handbook
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Sample Inspection and Repair Reports
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Mock Exam and Practice Questions
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Certificate of Completion
