API 653 Aboveground Tank Inspector ­Certification

API 653 Aboveground Tank Inspector ­ Certification Preparatory

INTRODUCTION

Progressive corrosion deteriorates pressure retaining walls to such an extent that there is always a threat of major break down which may lead to fire or some time to explosion. To avoid such accidents API has developed systematic ways to carry out ‘In-service Inspection’ to determine rate of corrosion and the remaining life of the equipment and piping.

OBJECTIVES

  • The API initiated the Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector certification program to provide a continued high level of safety through the use of Inspectors specialized in Aboveground Storage Tanks. The program promotes self-regulation, establishing a uniform standard that will assist national, regional and local governments in setting Aboveground Storage Tanks regulations.
  • This course will prepare an Inspector to successfully complete the API 653 Authorized Aboveground Tank Inspector Certification Examination by thoroughly reviewing the API 653 Standard, APT 571, API 575, API 577, API 651, API 652 and the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Sections V and IX. Mock examination questions, meeting the appropriate specific examination criteria, will be utilized to simulate actual API test conditions, providing an effective study base.

OUTLINE

Described the API 653 Certification

 

The course provides participants with the knowledge necessary to:

 

  • Be prepared for the next API 653 Authorized Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector certification exam and have enough knowledge and skills to pass in order to receive the API 653 Authorized Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector certificate.
  • Effectively use major codes: API 650 and ASME B&PV Sections V & IX. Perform all basic tanks calculations needed for the API exam (e.g. tmin, MRT, max settlement, MDMT, corrosion rates, remaining life, etc.)
  • Use API’s requirements during inspection, repairs, and alterations of tanks.
  • Review welding procedures (WPS/PQR) and welder performance qualifications (WPQ).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The examination consists of two parts.

  • The closed-book part tests the candidate on knowledge and tasks requiring everyday working knowledge of API Standard 653 and the applicable reference documents.

 

  • The open-book portion of the examination requires the use of more detailed information that the inspector is expected to be able to find in the documents, but would not normally be committed to memory.

 

Outline of API 653 Authorized Tank Inspector Training Program

 

  • Thickness measurements, Inspection Intervals and Integrity:
  • Code calculation questions will be oriented toward existing tank.
  • API Authorized tank Inspectors should be able to check and perform calculations relative to in-service deterioration, repairs, rerates, or alterations.

Welding Procedure and Qualification Evaluation Based On API 650 and ASME Section IX:

  • The inspector should have the knowledge and skills required to review a Procedure Qualification Record and a Welding Procedure Specification and to be able to determine the following:
  • Determine if procedure and qualification records are in compliance with applicable ASME Code and any additional requirements of API- 653 The weld procedure review will include:
  • One Weld Procedure Specification (WPS); and
  • One Procedure Qualification Record (PQR).

 

 

 

 

NONDESTRUCTIVE EXAMINATION (ASME V, API 650, API 653):

  • Article 1, General Requirements
  • Article 2, Radiographic Examination
  • Article 6, Liquid Penetrant Examination, including Mandatory Appendices II and III
  • Article 7, Magnetic Particle Examination (Yoke and Prod techniques only)
  • Article 23, Ultrasonic Standards, Section SE–797 only
  • API 650 and API-653. General non-destructive examination requirements.
  • The inspector should be familiar with and understand the general rules for NDE (UG, UW, Appendices 4, 6, 8, and 12)

PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGE – SPECIFIC:

  • Organization and Certification Requirements.
  • Types and Definitions of Maintenance Inspections.
  • Types of Process Corrosion and Deterioration.
  • Modes of Mechanical, Thermal, and High Temperature Deterioration.
  • Tank Materials and Fabrication Problems.
  • Welding on Tank.
  • Non-destructive Examination (NDE) Methods
  • Corrosion and Minimum Thickness Evaluation.
  • Estimated Remaining Life.
  • Inspection Interval Determination and Issues Affecting Intervals.
  • Relief Devices.
  • Maintenance Inspection Safety Practices.
  • Inspection Records and Reports.
  • Repairs/Alterations to Tank.
  • Rerating Tanks.
  • Pressure Testing After Repairs, Alterations, or Rerating

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is tailored for Engineers, Supervisors, Managers and personnel who are interested in the API 653 program, or who are responsible for inspection, maintenance, repair and alteration of Aboveground Storage Tanks, and who wish to present themselves for the Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector Certification Examination.

DURATION

10 Day(s)

Course Price Including Exam Fees

13153  SAR

Course Location

Kempinski Al Othman Hotel Al Khobar