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.
The requirements of the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC) and the API-510 are covered in detail. The activities of ASME’s Post Construction Committee are explained 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 users/owners, manufacturers, repair organizations, inspection agencies and other organizations involved with inspection, repair, and alteration of pressure equipment. Intended for manufacturers, users, constructors, designers, and others concerned with the design, and repair/alteration fabrication plus all potential governing entities. This course is primarily intended for beginners but is also helpful for experienced personnel wishing to update their knowledge.
Course Materials (included in purchase of course)
- Digital course notes via ASME’s Learning Platform
Topics covered in this course include:
- Introduction to In-Service Codes and Standards
- National Board Inspection Code (NBIC) Rules
- API-510 Rules
- ASME and PVRC Post Construction Documents
This ASME Virtual Classroom course is held live with an instructor on our online learning platform.
A Certificate of Completion will be issued to registrants who successfully attend and complete the course.
Can't make one of the scheduled sessions? This course is also available On Demand