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TRAINING PROGRAM API 510 PRESSURE VESSEL INSPECTOR

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INTRODUCTION

1.1) BRIEF

API's Inspector Certification Programs are based on industry-developed standards that are recognized and used with confidence worldwide. These standards have also provided a uniform platform that serves as a model for many state and government regulations. These API programs emphasize professional credibility and process integrity. They enable inspectors to play an active role in improving industry health and safety; envi-ronmental performance; ensuring compliance and self-regulation; and strengthening management control and internal inspection capabilities.

In short, API's individual certification programs benefit the industry by:• Providing knowledgeable specialized inspectors• Establishing a minimum standard of knowledge and skill for the personnel• Providing higher management control of inspection practices• Increasing employer’s confidence and peace-of-mind• Helping maintain safety and high level of performance• Reducing potential for downtime because of equipment failure

1.2) AIM / OBJECTIVES

In short, API's individual certification programs benefit the industry by:

1. Knowledge of API publications and other international standards; these publications and stan-

• ASME Sect VIII Div 1 - Rules for Constructing Pressure Vessels • ASME Sect V - NDE • API 510 - Pressure Vessel Inspection Code • API 572 - Inspection of Pressure Vessels • API RP 576 - Inspection of Pressure-Relieving Devices • API RP 571 - Damage Mechanisms Affecting Fixed Equipment in the Refinery Industry • API RP 577 - Welding Inspection & Metallurgy • ASME Sect IX - Welding & Brazing Qualifications2. Knowledge and expertise that required for maintenance, rating, inspection, repair and alteration of 3. Information of API Individual Certification Program and API 510 Inspector certification process;4. Practical test that simulating the API 510 ICP exam;5. Competence and confidence to finally achieve API 510 ICP qualification

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1.3) HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT

Qualified to authorized to perform API 510 pressure vessel inspection and certification of pressure vessel.

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2.1) COURSE CONTENT API580 Risk Based Inspection Duration: 24 Hours

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DURATION2

2.2) DAY # 01

Module 0 - Introduction, Publications, Course Outline, Examination requirements & Body of Knowledge

Module 1 - API RP 577 - Welding Inspection & Metallurgy

Module 2 - ASME Sect IX - Welding & Brazing Qualifications

2.3) DAY # 02

Module 3 - ASME Sect V - NDEModule 4 - API RP 571 - Damage Mechanisms Affecting Fixed Equipment in the Refinery Industry. 2.4) DAY # 03

Module 5 - ASME Sect VIII Div 1 - Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND3

To take the API 510 examination, a candidate must meet at least one of the following criteria:

2.5) DAY # 04

2.6) DAY # 05

Module 6 - API 510 - Pressure Vessel Inspection Code.

API 510 Examination Information, Practice Examination, Q & A.

BS or higher in Engineering with a minimum of 1-year experience in supervision or performance of inspection activities as described in API 510.2-year degree or certificate in Engineering or Technology with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in design, construction, repair, operation, or inspection of pressure vessels, of which one year must be in supervision performance of inspection activities.High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in design, construction, repair, opera-tion, or inspection of pressure vessels, of which one year must be in supervision performance of inspection activities.

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Module 7 - API RP 576 - Inspection of Pressure-Relieving Devices.

2.7) DAY # 06

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Have 5 or more years of experience in design, construction, repair, operation, or inspection of pressure vessels, of which one year must be in supervision performance of inspection activities.

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METHODOLOGY4

Theory and practical will taught by certified ASNT L-III.

Course is structured according to SNT-TC-1A. This course consists of modules that include both classroom lectures and handout training.

Course materials include visual aids and student handouts.A certificate will be issued upon successful performance of the examination.

PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENTS5

To take the API 510 examination, a candidate must meet at least one of the following criteria:

To take the API 510 examination, a candidate must meet at least one of the following criteria:

BS or higher in Engineering with a minimum of 1-year experience in supervision or performance of inspection activities as described in API 510

2-year degree or certificate in Engineering or Technology with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in design, construction, repair, operation, or inspection of pressure vessels, of which one year must be in supervision performance of inspection activities.

High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in design, construction, repair, operation, or inspection of pressure vessels, of which one year must be in supervision performance of inspection activities.

Candidates are encouraged to bring an electronic calculator. Programmable calculators are permitted as long as it does not have an alphanumeric keyboard. No other books, paper, or charts will be allowed.

Candidates are permitted to use a translation dictionary. No electronic dictionaries will be allowed.

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