This program is designed for in depth understanding of Inspection of piping and pipelines under operation and in-service as per API 570. This preparatory course will prepare inspectors to ensure piping and pipeline integrity in service. Practical aspect of design considerations, sizing, rating, piping and pipeline integrity, internal inspections, analysis, repair, pressure testing, and pipeline protection shall be discussed. The program shall also provide more information about types of piping system defects which may crop in during operation, repairs, maintenance and alteration. This will lead the participants to prepare them for ensuring good quality and safety of operating piping and pipelines so that they are safe in operations and ensure preventing any incident.

1. API 570
PIPING AND PIPELINE INSPECTORS
Preparatory Course
About your Course Expert: Ganapathy Balasubramaniam
Ganapathy has over 30 years of experience with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd in operations,
engineering & management in various facilities such as lube oil blending plants, liquid storage terminals,
process plant of COLAS SA of France JVC & in mechanical engineering maintenance functions & asset
integrity management.
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About this course
This program is designed for in depth understanding of Inspection of piping and pipelines under operation and in-service as
per API 570. This preparatory course will prepare inspectors to ensure piping and pipeline integrity in service. Practical
aspect of design considerations, sizing, rating, piping and pipeline integrity, internal inspections, analysis, repair, pressure
testing, and pipeline protection shall be discussed. The program shall also provide more information about types of piping
system defects which may crop in during operation, repairs, maintenance and alteration. This will lead the participants to
prepare them for ensuring good quality and safety of operating piping and pipelines so that they are safe in operations and
ensure preventing any incident.
The training program will include instructions, guidelines and orientation to:
 Understanding engineering issues of piping and pipelines and to assess the quality control requirements during
operation and maintenance
 Understanding of the piping and pipeline integrity management stages and procedures
 Understand the possibility of defects creeping during operation, their detection using proper inspection and NDT
 Understanding Inspection and monitoring processes, Interpretations, Reporting (Referring ASME BPV Code Sec IX)
This training course is designed to train individuals who are interested in Inspection of Pipelines as per their Design Codes
(ASME B31.3, B31.8) following steps listed in API 570 and other relevant API standards.
After undertaking the training course, Pipeline Inspectors will be able to understand;
 Inspectors Responsibilities,
 Personal and general pipeline safety
 Environmental, Safety and pollution control
 General Pipeline alteration, repair Inspection Procedures
The preparatory course will assist engineers in successfully appearing for In-service Piping and Pipeline Inspectors
Certification Examinations (for API 570) conducted by API and covers the prescribed body of knowledge and effectivity
sheets for 2018 examinations.
Who Should Attend
Pipeline Engineers/ managers, Quality Control and Technical Supervisory Personnel, Personnel responsible for implementing
integrity management programs of pipelines, Project managers, Operation and Maintenance Engineers.

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5 DAYS COURSE OUTLINE
DDAY 1
Introductory Test/ Evaluation 1
Module 1: Basics of Pipes, piping systems:
 Pipes – classification & types.
 Pipe pressure classes & schedules.
 Introduction to pipe fittings.
 Introduction to Piping Codes & Standards used in industry
 Basics of stresses, strain, design stress, factor of safety for
piping design
 Piping terminologies & definitions.
Module 2: Introduction to in-service piping inspection & API 574:
 Overview of API 574, Pipe joining methods.
 Inspection reasons & inspection planning.
 Frequency & extent of inspection
 Basic inspection procedures and practices.
 Calculation of minimum required thickness – Barlow
method.
 Selection of Piping Components (Flanges, Fittings, Valve,
Supports, Expansion Joints, etc.)
Module 2: Introduction to in-service piping inspection & API 574:
 Overview of API 574, Pipe joining methods.
 Inspection reasons & inspection planning.
 Frequency & extent of inspection
 Basic inspection procedures and practices.
 Calculation of minimum required thickness – Barlow method.
 Selection of Piping Components (Flanges, Fittings, Valve,
Supports, Expansion Joints, etc.)
DAY 2
Module 3: Overview of API 570 standard & application:
 Scope & applicability of this standard.
 Roles & responsibilities of personnel involved in piping
inspection.
 Inspection & testing practices as per API 570.
 Introduction to RBI & its relation to API 570 code, advantages.
 Pressure testing of piping systems, components.
 Determination of corrosion rates & application for inspection
intervals.
 Maximum allowable working pressure calculations (MAWP)
 Basics of pipe stress analysis.
 Buried piping inspection overview.
 Piping system repairs & repair methods.
Module 4: Design of piping & piping systems as per ASME B 31.3 code:
 ASME B 31.3 standard overview.
 Design terminologies
 Pressure design of piping systems &components as per ASME
B 31.3
 Fabrication, assembly & erection requirements.
Test- 2
DAY 3
Module 4: Design of piping systems (continued)
 Understanding fluid service requirements.
 Piping flexibility & support.
 Materials
 Inspection, examination & testing.
 Introduction to non-metallic piping.
 High pressure piping systems
Module 5: Materials verification program, API 578
 Importance of material identification & traceability
 Methods of positive material identification.
 Overview of API 578 referenced publication.
Test – 3
DAY 4
Module 6: Welding metallurgy, quality & defect assessment – API 577&
ASME section IX application:
 Basic welding processes, advantages & disadvantages.
 Basic welding metallurgy.
 Overview of API RP 577
 Procedure Qualification Record (PQR)
 Welder Performance Qualification (WPQ)
 Manufacturing & Welding Defects
 Quality Assurance /Quality Control Requirements in fabrication
and welding
o Welding Procedure Specification (WPS)
o Procedure Qualification Record (PQR)
o Welder Performance Qualification (WPQ)
 ASME section IX – overview & discussions (welding only)
 Overview of materials, electrodes classifications, F number, A
number & P number
Module 7: ASME B 16.5 code application in piping systems:
 Overview of ASME B 16.5 code & its application
 Use of tables & exercise for application.
Test -4
DAY 5
Module 8: Damage mechanisms that affect piping systems & API 571 RP:
 Basics of corrosion & types.
 Introduction to damage mechanisms & API 571 RP presentation
& application.
 Overview of damage mechanisms that affect piping systems.
 Erosion / erosion corrosion, mechanical fatigue
 Galvanic corrosion
 Atmospheric corrosion
 Corrosion under insulation overview.
 Microbiologically induced corrosion
 Chloride stress corrosion cracking.
 Caustic corrosion
 Sour water corrosion

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DAY 5 - CONT
 Amine stress corrosion cracking.
 Other mechanisms as per API body of knowledge.
Module 9: Non destructive examination & ASME section V overview:
 Introduction to ASME section V standard
 Basic methods overview as per ASME section V
 Visual examination
 Radiography
 Ultrasonic testing
 Magnetic particle testing
 Liquid penetrant testing
Test -5: Mock exam
Exam tips / learning resources.
Useful mobile phone applications (apps)
Training Methodology:
 Technical Sessions will be conducted through power point
presentations.
 Videos &Problem Solving Sessions will be held in between the
training sessions.
Case Studies and field problems will be presented and
participants will be encouraged to supplement such
discussions.
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Types of In-House Programmes offered
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Introduction to FPSO  CBM & Shale Gas Technical Fundamentals
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Intervention
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Assessment & Leadership
HPHT Completions Techniques  Well Operations and Maintenance
 Stuck Pipe Prevention & Fishing
Train-the-Trainer: Gas Processing Level 1  Train-the-Trainer: Gas
Processing Level 2
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Operating Procedures
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experts and consultants are available to develop a Curriculum
Development training programme to help you attain relevant
competencies in the area that is most needed.
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About your Expert Trainer: Ganapathy Balasubramaniam
Ganapathy has over 30 years of experience with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd in operations, engineering &
management (1984-2014) in various facilities such as lube oil blending plants, liquid storage terminals, process plant of
COLAS SA of France JVC & in mechanical engineering maintenance functions & asset integrity management.
1. Experienced as Operations Manager leading plant operations & engineering teams at a major lube oil blending plant manufacturing
80 grades of lubricants, packaged in 32 types of packages, made available at 18 depots in Southern India. Orchestrated the complex
supply chain and improved profitability and delivery performance of the plant. Imparted technical training in best practices to field
staff in managing assets, safety & profitability. Well versed with storage tanks, piping, related codes and standards, work permit
systems & management of works in confined space, etc. (2007-2014).
2. Experienced as Terminal Manager, leading port terminal operations management at Cochin, India, guiding the operations and
engineering teams to excel in performance and upkeep of large tankages, 6 km long pipeline from jetty to terminal, ensured asset
integrity and augmented facilities to enhance performance and profitability of the business unit. Managed all aspects of the
business performance of the unit, trade unions, and customer service levels, costal movements of cargo, emergency management
and compliance in the state of Kerala, India. (2004-2007).
3. Head Engineering & Projects, leading multi-disciplinary project teams for timely completion of retail projects in the Belgaum region,
Karnataka state. Managed concurrent projects at multiple sites and contributed for the volume growths in this region.(2003-2004)
4. Experienced as Plant manager with Hindustan COLAS Ltd (JVC of COLAS SA of France), manufacturing of bitumen emulsions,
modified bitumen, managed the whole unit for profitability and performance, upkeep of plant facilities, expansion & augmentation
project activities, introduced new products and gave a new direction to the company reduced operating costs significantly that
resulted in increased margins for packed products. (2001-2003).
5. Prior experience with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd in Plant engineering, start up, maintenance of static assets, inspection,
of pressure vessels, pumps, piping, storage tanks, loading rack facilities, siding, jetty facilities, major turnaround overhauls, reputed
in the company as an expert in storage tanks. (1984- 2001)
Training programs delivered in the last 2 years:
1. Designed training modules for SGS & online modules for a leading university on risk based inspection. (Jan 2017)
2. Delivered training program for Ingerem India Projects ltd for their client, induction program for newly joined professionals
based on their operations and maintenance manuals, giving them an overview of Oil & Gas industry and mechanical
equipment’s. (August 2016 )
3. Designed training modules for TOTAL Oil India Pvt Ltd Lubricants division for their sales force teams in advanced selling skills &
strategy and delivered four training programs pan India. (March – July 2016).
4. API 653 storage tank inspector certification course & risk based inspection certification courses at India. (Feb 2016).
5. Risk based inspection, API 580 course for ESL. (Nov 2015)
6. Refinery corrosion & damage mechanisms & API 571 exam preparatory course for HMEL, Bhatinda refinery, INDIA.(July 2015)
7. Manual & Automated process control for plant personnel, 5 days at Dubai for client Kuwait Oil Co. (June 2015)
8. Instrument for non-instrument for client: QAPCO at Doha (May 2015)
9. Design, construction & maintenance of plant piping, 5 days for TUV Nord Middle East, client: Qatar Petroleum at Doha (May
2015)
10. Codes & standards, 5 days for Client: QAPCO at Doha (April 2015)
11. Preventive maintenance & condition monitoring, 10 days at Dubai for TUV Nord Middle East, client: Kuwait Oil Company (April
2015)
12. Overview of API inspection codes, maintenance of static assets for Client: Exxon Mobil, 12 days at Dubai (Jan 2015).
13. Maintenance, Codes & standards for client: Exxon Mobil, 12 days at Dubai. (Dec 2014).
14. In-service inspection of plant piping & storage tanks, client: Protecna, Mozambique at Dubai for 10 days (Dec 2014).
15. API 580 & Risk based inspection, 3 days for Cairn energy (Nov 2014).
16. Conducted training programs in warehouse management, Oracle JD Edwards manufacturing modules, induction program for
newly joined officers at Hindustan Petroleum plants.

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