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Course Description

This program prepares candidates for the API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector certification exam. Participants will develop in-depth knowledge of pressure vessel inspection codes, damage mechanisms, corrosion assessment, fitness-for-service evaluation, inspection planning, and repair/alteration procedures as per ASME and API standards. The course includes practical calculation exercises, mock exams, and case studies from real industrial scenarios.

What you'll learn in this Course?

The API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector Certification program provides structured, exam-focused training for engineers and inspectors seeking API 510 certification. The program covers all key domains of the API 510 body of knowledge including vessel design fundamentals, damage mechanisms, inspection planning, fitness-for-service, repair and alteration requirements, and documentation. Participants undertake practical calculation exercises, mock exam sessions, and real-world case studies to build confidence and competence. The program is aligned with API 510, ASME Section VIII, API 571, and API 579 standards, ensuring comprehensive preparation for the certification exam and professional application in refinery and petrochemical environments.

The module highlights how thoughtful planning can directly improve project quality, reduce accidents, and help projects finish on time and within budget.

Course Content

  • Introduction to API 510 & ASME Codes
  • Pressure Vessel Design Fundamentals
  • Damage Mechanisms & Degradation (API 571)
  • Inspection Planning & Methods
  • Thickness Calculations & Remaining Life
  • Fitness-for-Service (API 579)
  • Repair, Alteration & Rerating
  • Pressure Relief Devices
  • Documentation & Quality
  • Exam Preparation & Mock Tests

Eligibilty Criteria

Diploma or B.Tech in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering with minimum 3 years of relevant inspection or maintenance experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or refinery environments.

Course Benefits

1. Awareness about roles & responsibilities
2. How to use the latest tools, systems and ppe
3. Communication and Interpretation skills
4. How to plan and carry out the task effectively
5. Theoritical knowledge about the subject
6. Latest industry trends and benchmarks
7. Productivity techniques
8. How to approach work safety effectively

Earn the API 510 certification credential, master pressure vessel inspection techniques, understand corrosion damage mechanisms, perform fitness-for-service assessments, and qualify for senior inspection roles in refineries and petrochemical plants.

Course Curriculum

  • Lesson 1 : Scope and applicability of API 510 (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 2 : Overview of ASME Section VIII Div 1 & 2 (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 3 : Inspector roles, responsibilities & ethics (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 4 : Key definitions and terminology (45:00 m)

  • Lesson 1 : Shell and head design principles (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 2 : Nozzle and flange requirements (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 3 : Materials of construction and selection (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 4 : Allowable stress and design margins (45:00 m)

  • Lesson 1 : Corrosion types and mechanisms (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 2 : High temperature damage - creep & oxidation (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 3 : Stress corrosion cracking and hydrogen damage (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 4 : Mechanical fatigue and erosion (45:00 m)

  • Lesson 1 : Inspection intervals - internal, external & on-stream (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 2 : Risk-based inspection (RBI) overview (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 3 : NDT methods - UT, RT, MT, PT, VT (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 4 : Inspection data recording and reporting (45:00 m)

  • Lesson 1 : Minimum required thickness calculation (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 2 : Corrosion rate determination (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 3 : Remaining corrosion allowance and life (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 4 : MAWP determination and verification (45:00 m)

  • Lesson 1 : Introduction to fitness-for-service assessment (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 2 : General metal loss assessment - Level 1 & 2 (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 3 : Pitting and localised corrosion assessment (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 4 : Crack-like flaw assessment principles (45:00 m)

  • Lesson 1 : Repair planning and authorization (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 2 : Welded repairs - requirements and documentation (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 3 : Alterations and rerating procedures (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 4 : Post-repair inspection and testing (45:00 m)

  • Lesson 1 : Types of pressure relief devices (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 2 : Inspection and testing of PRDs (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 3 : Set pressure and accumulation limits (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 4 : Documentation and compliance requirements (45:00 m)

  • Lesson 1 : Inspection records and dossiers (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 2 : National Board and regulatory compliance (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 3 : Quality assurance in inspection (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 4 : Code interpretation and variance handling (45:00 m)

  • Lesson 1 : API 510 exam format and strategy (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 2 : Open-book reference technique (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 3 : Full-length mock exam - Paper 1 (45:00 m)
  • Lesson 4 : Full-length mock exam - Paper 2 & review (45:00 m)
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Trainees explore the five key phases of a project life cycle — initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & control, and closure.

Course Includes:
  • Modules 10
  • Duration 6-8 Weeks
  • Students 80+ Enrolled
  • Language English & Hindi
  • Deadline 15 January 2026
  • Skill Level Professional
  • Certifications Yes
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