Inspection, Repair, and Alterations of In-Service Pressure Equipment (On Demand)

Do you work with pressure equipment that is currently in service and need help understanding the current code requirements for inspections, repairs, and alterations? This course is a comprehensive introduction to the codes and standards on inspection, repairs and alterations of pressure vessels and assessing their fitness for service.

Through video modules, ASME’s expert Instructor provides real-world case studies on pressure vessel installation and inspection, risk-based inspection (RBI) assessment, post-weld heat treatment (PWHT) alternatives, repairs and alterations, applying the requirements of the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC) and the API-510. This video-based course features and explains the activities of ASME’s Post Construction Committee and documents published by this Committee are discussed.

By participating in this course, you will learn how to successfully:

• Identify the most commonly used Codes and Standards applicable to the inspection, repair, and alteration of existing pressure equipment.
• Identify detailed requirements of the NBIC.
• Explain the differences between the NBIC and API-510
• Describe the latest developments in the rapidly advancing field of pressure equipment inspection and repairs.
• Explain the responsibilities of the users, manufacturers, repair organizations, jurisdictional regulatory agencies and inspectors.
• Explain how to obtain a National Board Certificate of Authorization and stamp.
• Identify and provide examples of repairs, alterations and the documentation requirements for each.
• Provide examples demonstrating the application of the rules.

Who should attend?

Engineers and technical professionals from repair organizations, inspection agencies and other organizations involved with inspection, repair, and alternation of pressure equipment. Intended for manufacturers, users, owners, constructors, designers, and others concerned with the design, fabrication, assembly, erection, examination, inspection, and testing of pressure vessels, plus all potential governing entities. Learners seeking introductory pressure vessel design training or refresher training on the latest version of ASME BPV Code, Section VIII, Division 1.

Course participants are expected to have:

• Access to computer equipment and a reliable internet connection
• A calculator
• Software to display PDF files (such as Adobe Reader)

A Certificate of Completion will be issued to registrants who successfully complete this course.