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Introduction

Plant Piping Training Course provides a comprehensive understanding of piping systems used for transporting hydrocarbons and process fluids in industrial environments. This Plant Piping Design, Structural Integrity and Maintenance Training Course focuses on pipeline design, hydraulics, structural integrity, inspection, and maintenance practices aligned with industry standards.

Participants will explore how piping systems support production from onshore and offshore fields and enable efficient transportation to refineries and terminals. The course covers essential engineering aspects such as material selection, hydraulic calculations, and mechanical design considerations.

This Plant Piping Design and Maintenance Training Course also emphasizes corrosion mechanisms, structural failures, and mitigation strategies to ensure safe and reliable operations. Through practical workshops and real-world case studies, participants will gain insights into ASME and API codes, inspection techniques, and maintenance practices, enabling them to improve system performance and extend pipeline service life.

What are the Goals?

Plant Piping Training Course Objectives focus on developing technical knowledge and practical skills required for pipeline design, structural integrity, and maintenance. The course equips participants to apply industry standards and ensure safe and efficient piping operations.

By attending this Plant Piping Design, Structural Integrity and Maintenance Training Course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand fundamental principles of pipeline design and hydraulic performance
  • Apply mechanical design concepts including stress analysis and material selection
  • Identify corrosion types and structural failure mechanisms in piping systems
  • Implement effective corrosion mitigation and protection techniques
  • Perform inspection and testing in accordance with ASME and API standards
  • Apply best practices for pipeline maintenance, repair, and operation
  • Interpret relevant piping codes such as ASME B31.3 and API 570

Who is this Training Course for?

Plant Piping Training Course is designed for professionals involved in pipeline design, operation, inspection, and maintenance across oil and gas and process industries. It is ideal for individuals seeking to enhance their technical expertise in piping systems.

This Plant Piping Design and Maintenance Training Course is suitable for:

  • Process, chemical, and mechanical engineers working with piping systems
  • Operations and maintenance professionals managing pipeline performance
  • Technical service personnel involved in inspection and system control
  • Engineers and consultants planning new pipelines or upgrading facilities
  • Technical professionals responsible for maintenance and repair of piping equipment

How will this Training Course be Presented?

Plant Piping Training Course Learning Methods combine theoretical concepts with practical application to ensure effective understanding and skill development. The course is delivered through an interactive approach based on real industrial practices.

Participants will engage in expert-led lectures covering pipeline hydraulics, mechanical design, and corrosion principles. Workshops and case studies provide practical exposure to real-world challenges such as stress analysis, failure mechanisms, and inspection techniques.

The Plant Piping Design, Structural Integrity and Maintenance Training Course includes practical discussions on pigging methods, hydro-testing, non-destructive testing (NDT), and repair techniques such as hot tapping and welding inspection. Participants will also explore key industry codes including ASME and API standards.

Interactive sessions and group discussions encourage knowledge sharing and problem-solving, ensuring participants gain the practical skills needed to enhance piping system reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.

Course Content

Day 1

Overview of Pipelines and Pipeline Hydraulics

  • Overview of main elements of oil and gas pipelines and systems
  • Types of Metallic pipes
  • Main manufacturing techniques, seamless, welded, etc.
  • Flange types
  • Gasket types
Day 2

Mechanical Design Considerations

  • Mechanical testing and mechanical materials properties
  • Mechanical Test Requirements, Charpy Impact, Hardness, etc.
  • Additional Failure Types, Fracture and Fatigue
  • Support types, spans, expansion loops and expansion joints
  • Stress analysis examples, thermal expansion
  • Maximum allowable pressure and wall thickness calculations and corrosion allowance
Day 3

Pipeline Corrosion Damage and Corrosion Mitigation

  • Corrosion principles
  • Types corrosion; Uniform, Hydrogen induced, Stress Corrosion Cracking, etc.
  • Cathodic Protection; Sacrificial Anodes, Impressed Current
  • Pipeline Coatings
Day 4

Pipeline Maintenance and Inspection

  • Pigging methods for cleaning
  • Pigging Inspection
  • Hot Tapping, line stoppling
  • Hydro-testing
  • Inspection (NDT) techniques, x-ray, ultrasonic, holiday detection, etc.
Day 5

Inspection and Codes

  • Overview of ASME B31, API, etc., pipe design codes
  • Welding requirements and Inspection
  • Pipe repair consideration
  • Overview of API 570 Pipe Inspection Code

The Certificate

Recognition
  • Anderson Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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