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API 510 / 570 CERTIFIED VESSEL/PIPEWORK INSPECTOR:

December 2013 examinations APPLICATION PACKAGE

Certified vessel inspector: API 510

Certified pipework inspector: API 570

MATTHEWS ENGINEERING TRAINING are now taking registrations for the UK preparation courses for the American Petroleum Institute (API) Individual Certification Programme (ICP) December 2013 examinations. These cover API 570: Certified piping inspector and API 510: Certified Pressure Vessel Inspector. Features of the course programmes are: Full coverage of the published API body of knowledge that comprises the subject matter for the API examination papers Preparatory study packages available in on-line training format, so you can do preliminary learning in advance, supported by UK tutors UK-style course material and coverage of the API/ASME standards presented in user-friendly format, with extensive exam preparation and sample questions This information package explains how the API 510/570 certified Inspector Programme works, the subjects covered, and details of the API examinations themselves. It also summarises the knowledge that you need to acquire in order to pass the examinations, and details of the appropriate training course programmes provided by MATTHEWS ENGINEERING TRAINING LTD. To register

This is an ASME approved course with ongoing assessment and examination. your interest in the July-December 2013 course programme, please e-mail Successful delegates will receive ASME certificates enquiries@matthews-training.co.uk, visit our website below, or call Cliff Matthews directly on 07732 799351

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API 510/570 CERTIFIED VESSEL/PIPEWORK INSPECTOR

1. THE API INSPECTOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAMMES
The American Petroleum Institute (API) runs a certification programme for in-service inspectors. This is a system of certification of individual inspectors (not companies) involved in the in-service inspection of pressure vessels, pipework and storage tanks. It is used extensively in the USA (it is a legal requirement in many states for inspectors to be certified) and in other countries that use API/ASME codes. In countries where it is not a legal requirement, it is becoming increasingly recognised as a benchmark standard for certification of inspectors. The API schemes under which inspectors are certified are termed the Individual Certification Programmes (ICP)

1.1 How many ICPs are there?

There are three main ones, each linked to a specific set of API and ASME codes relating to the type of equipment covered. They are: API 510:Pressure vessel inspector: API 570: Pipework inspector API 653:Storage tank inspector

These 3 main certification programmes have been established for many years. There are also a few less well-known ones: Qualifications for ultrasonic examiners (QUTE), API 936 (Certification for refractory personnel) and API 580 Risk-based Inspection (RBI)

1.2 Which industries recognise API inspector certification?

The API organisation has its roots in the petrochemical industry, but the influence of US codes and standards extends to many other industries, hence most large-scale process industries around the world recognise API inspector certification. This is because many of the vessels and pipework systems used are built to the ASME/API codes that form the foundation of the inspector certification examinations. API-certified inspectors can therefore be found in: Refining/Petrochemicals Offshore/onshore oil and gas industries Power utilities General process industry

1.3 What is the recognition of API certification in the UK/ Europe?

It is fair to say that the recognition of API inspector certification in the UK has increased over the past few years. There are several reasons for this:

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There is currently no comprehensive UK or European system of inspector certification based on BS or EN codes with such a wide scope as the API programmes Increasing ownership of offshore facilities and onshore power/process plants by US companies, who are used to recognising API certification Regulatory authorities prefer to see some evidence of inspector competence, against technical codes that they recognise. Mention of inspection procedures to API 570/510 regularly appear in HSE seminars and discussion documents discussing the avoidance of system leakage, failures, regulatory issues etc

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2. HOW DO I BECOME API CERTIFIED?

In simple terms, to become certified as an API certified inspector, all you have to do is apply to API, meet their acceptance criteria (see later), and then pass the formal examination. In practice, unless you have full familiarity with the relevant codes (1000+ pages worth), you will need to prepare for the examination by enrolling on a training course. The training course will teach you about the subject matter covered, test you using mock exams etc, and prepare you to take the API exam

2.1 How does the examination procedure work?

The examination procedure is fairly formal and non-negotiable. The exam papers are set by API and invigilated by lecturers formally appointed by API. The examination procedure lasts 8 hours and consists of open-book and close-book sections. Candidates must bring along original copies of the various standards required for their use in the open-book section of the exam.

2.2 When and where are the examinations held?

The API 570/510 examinations are held on scheduled dates during the year. Candidates book in advance to attend an examination session at which they sit the examinations for either API 570 or 510.As the examinations are on the same day you cannot sit both at the same time. The examination sessions are organised with API through a training provider, enabling candidates to sit for the examination either immediately after they have completed the exam preparation training course, or within a short time The training provider sets up the exam locations, chosen to suit the majority of delegates. In most cases, the exam will be held in the same location as the exam preparation training course.

2.3 What is the technical content of the API 570/510 examinations?

The technical content of the examinations are well defined and linked closely to API and ASME codes and standards. The content of the exam preparation training courses reflects the scope of the examinations, in order to prepare the delegate to sit the exam. Tables 1 and 2 show an outline summary of the technical coverage of the API 570 Pipework Inspector and API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector subjects Page 3 Queries?

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Technical standards covered

Table 1:API 570 CERTIFIED PIPEWORK INSPECTOR

API 570 Syllabus subjects

API 570, Piping Inspection Code: Inspection, Repair, Alteration, and Re-rating of InService Piping Systems API RP 571, Damage mechanisms Affecting fixed equipment in the refining industry, API RP 574, Inspection Practices for Piping System Components. API RP 577 Welding and Metallurgy API RP 578, Material Verification Program for New and Existing Alloy Piping Systems ASME V, Non-destructive Examination, ASME IX, Welding Qualifications ASME B16.5, Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings ASME B31.3, Process Piping

Code calculations and inspection intervals for new and degraded pipework including consideration for: Corrosion rates and allowances Remaining service life and inspection intervals Weld quality factors (based on ASME B31.3) Thermal expansions

Thickness calculations of pipes, blanks Hydraulic, pneumatic and leak testing Impact test requirements and exemptions Minimum wall thickness and working pressure/temperature requirements for pipework flanges (ASME B16.5 basis) Weld heat treatment requirements Weld WPS/PQR evaluation (ASME IX basis): SMAW/GTAW/SAW General rules for welding (ASME B31.3 and API 570 basis) NDT requirements of ASME V: Visual/RT/DP/MPI Techniques Calibration Examination Interpretation PMI requirements and procedures

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Technical standards covered

Table 2:API 510 CERTIFIED VESSEL INSPECTOR

API 510 Syllabus subjects
Vessel Certification Requirements. Types and Definitions of vessel maintenance inspections. Vessel corrosion and deterioration. Remaining life and inspection intervals API 510, Pressure Vessel Inspection Code API RP 571, Damage mechanisms Affecting fixed equipment in the refining industry API RP-572, Inspection of Pressure Vessels API RP 576, Inspection of Pressure-Relieving Devices: API RP 577 Welding and Metallurgy ASME VIII, Division 1, Rules for Constructing Pressure Vessels Pressure Vessel Materials and Fabrication Problems. Vessel relief devices. Maintenance inspection safety practices. Inspection records and reports. Code calculation for in-service degraded pressure vessels (including repairs and re-rating) Thickness measurements, corrosion and vessel integrity Vessel weld joint efficiencies, weld joint categories and type of radiography required Static head pressure calculations Vessel shell/head types/MAWP and thickness calculations Nozzle reinforcements Internal and external pressure calculations ASME V, Non-destructive Examination ASME IX, Welding Qualifications Pressure testing requirements after repairs etc Re-rating Pressure Vessels Impact test requirements Weld WPS/PQR evaluation (ASME IX basis): SMAW/GTAW/SAW General rules for welding (ASME VIII and API 510 basis) NDT requirements of ASME V: Visual/RT/DP/MPI Techniques /Calibration Examination/Interpretation

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2.4 What are the API examination entry requirements?

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API set minimum entry requirements for candidates who want to sit for the 570/510 exams. The general principle is that candidates must be employed by or under contract to an authorised inspection agency or owner/user organization. In the UK and other countries that do not have a formal system of legally authorised inspection organisations (UKAS accreditation is not the same thing as it is not a legal requirement), this is interpreted slightly differently. Inspectors who work under contract (self-employed or Ltd Company) can be considered eligible, as long as they can demonstrate that they have been working in the inspection field The above requirements serve to exclude mainly those people who are not involved in the inspection industry and who therefore would not be suitable for API certification. In practice, most people who have been working in the inspection industry in NDT, inspection, maintenance etc should not have too much trouble in satisfying these entry requirements. Tables 3 and 4 below show the API-published entry requirements. Note that it is only necessary to satisfy one of the entry requirement rows (i.e. A, B, C or D)

Table 3: API 570 Exam entry requirements Education Experience Skills required

A B C D

Degree (or higher) in engineering Higher qualification or certificate in engineering or technology Basic engineering qualification No qualifications

1 year

Supervision or performance of inspection activities of piping systems

2 years 3 years 5 or more years

Design, construction, repair, operation, or inspection of piping systems, of which 1 year must be in supervision or performance of inspection activities

Table 4: API 510 Exam entry requirements Education Experience Skills required

A B C D
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BS or higher in engineering 2-year degree or certificate in engineering or technology High school diploma or equivalent None Queries?

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Supervision or performance of inspection activities Design, construction, repair, operation, or inspection of pressure vessels, of which one year must be in supervision performance of inspection activities.

2 years

3 years 5 or more years

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2.5 What does it all cost?

There are various costs involved in achieving API certification. Table 5 shows the details.

Table 5: API Inspector certification: Budget costs:2013

Cost per person Budget (amount depends on $: exchange rate) Payable to When payable
On registration to the training programme

Notes

Preparation training programme (API 570 or 510)

Purchase of the standards document package you will require to sit the course and the examination

2013 UK API online + classroom programme: (Total cost 2250 + VAT) Currently $930 US - API 510 and $1155 US- API 570 plus shipping. If you have access to original copies of the standards already, you will not have to pay this

Training provider (Matthews Eng Training Ltd) Purchased directly from the document suppliers in the US. We will provide information on which documents to order and the suppliers orderline details

Programme consists of preliminary online training modules plus approx 1-week classroom exam preparation course followed by 2 At the start of revision days to the first training prepare for the course modules exam on the (or soon following day. afterwards)

API application/ Examination fee

$800 US

Directly to API

For the December 2013 exams, the last payment date is 18th September 2013. Details will be provided on how to register and make this payment

*(Depends on $: exchange rate and document handling/shipping charges)

3. THE MET EXAM PREPARATION TRAINING PROGRAMME

As an established provider of inspection training courses, Matthews Engineering Training Ltd (MET) offer API 570/510 training programmes for the December 2013 exams to be held in the UK. These programmes are written and delivered by UK presenters and cover all the skills required to sit for the API examinations.

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3.1 Are there any additional entry requirements for the exam preparation training programme?
At MATTHEWS ENGINEERING TRAINING we are keen to make sure that delegates who we accept onto our API 570/510 preparation training courses have a good chance of passing the examination. We therefore have an application assessment procedure consisting of a CV assessment and, in marginal cases, a technical questionnaire. The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess an applicants initial knowledge of some of the technical subjects that will be covered in the course, and subsequently in the API examinations. This will give us an idea as to whether you will do sufficiently well on the course to give you a fair chance of passing the examinations

3.2 What is the format of the MET training programme?

The MET programme consists of two parts: Part 1: Preliminary distance learning training modules Part 2:A 5+2 day full time residential classroom course

This training programme format provides candidates with a structured way of acquiring the knowledge needed to sit for the API examinations. The advantages of the two-part format are: Candidates can fit Part 1 around their existing work commitments; for example offshore or contract work. It provides a more flexible way of learning than a long classroom course (some overseas API courses last 10-12 days or more) It minimises information overload; you can do Part 1 at a speed that suits yourself, within the time schedule that we publish.

The figure below shows the structure of the training programme

Registration on training programme

4-5 x Online/distance learning modules

Part 1

5+2 day classroom course

Part 2

API Exam

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3.3 How does Part 1 of the training programme work?

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Part 1 consists of 4-5 training modules covering selected technical subjects in the API syllabus. These provide the core information that you will need in order to understand the use of the API codes and referenced documents. The subjects and order change slightly from year-to-year but typical modules would be:

Module 1A: Parameters, symbols and calculation Module 1B:Principles of code-based inspection Module 1C: API 570(or 510): basic code methodology Module 1D: Welding Module 1E:NDT

3.4 What documents do I need to start the Part 1 programme?

One of the long-standing features of all the API inspector certification programmes is that candidates must acquire a code documentation package. This is an extensive set of documents comprising all the necessary parts of the API/ASME codes and standards covered in the API syllabus. This is a requirement set by API and is non-negotiable. You will need to produce the documents to use in the examination and they will not allow you to use photocopies. As you will be learning to use these documents during the Part 1 training modules it makes sense to acquire them at the beginning .You buy the documentation directly from the supplier in the US. It is an easy procedure, you order by telephone or internet, give a credit card number, and the order arrives within a few days by courier .If you have access to an original set of codes already (and they are correct up-to-date versions), for example through your employer, you will not need to buy this documentation package. We will inform you of the code edition revisions that you will need. All other learning material that you need will be provided as part of the Part 1 training programme

3.5 How much time input does each module require?

The modules vary a little in length and complexity and you can work through each one at your own speed. As a guide, however, we recommend that you budget at least 20 hours selfstudy time for each module. The best way is to do this is in study sessions of perhaps 1-2 hours each. This makes a total recommended study time of 60-80 hours.

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3.6 How long do I have to complete the modules?

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This depends on when you register for and start the training programme, relative to the date of the Part 2 residential training course and the subsequent API examination date. For example: Early Registration If you register early and start the July-December 2013 API 510/570 training programme on time in July, you will have 4 months to complete the Part 1 modules, before attending the Part 2 course in late November/early December 2013 in preparation for the 04 December 2013 examination date Late Registration If you delay your training programme registration until mid-August 2013, and are aiming for the same Part 2 course and examination dates as above, you will have only 3 months to complete the Part 1 modules. Normally however, our training course is normally full up long before then.

3.7 Is there tutor help available?

Yes, following registration, you will be given e-mail/contact details of your tutors. You can contact them with individual technical queries. This will help guide you through the training modules.

3.8 How do I know when I have completed the Part 1 training modules?
As you work through each of the modules you will carry out reading, referring to code sections and doing the sample test questions and exercises. When you feel confident that you understand the material, you sit the on-line end-of-module test and are informed of your results. This will give you an idea as to your understanding of the technical material .If you get a low mark in this test, you can do further study, and do an on-line test resit.

3.9 How does Part 2 of the training programme work?

Part 2 consists of a 5+2 day full time classroom training course. Unless they live nearby, most delegates will treat this as a residential course, enabling them to take advantage of the evening study and revision sessions. The course consists of: Revision and sample tests of the subjects covered in the Part 1 distance learning modules Daily training modules of the remainder of the API examination syllabus (570 or 510) Daily sample test sessions and homework/revision exercises

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3.10 Where will the Part 2 training course be held?

For December 2013 exams the courses and exam are being held in Midlands/Northern England

3.11 What documentation do I need?

Only the code documentation package that you will have already acquired for the Part 1 distance learning modules. Everything else will be provided during the course

3.12 When are the December 2013 residential courses held?

Table 6 below, shows typical schedule dates for the July-December 2013 API 510/570 programme. To keep the class sizes to a manageable number ,we normally run two alternative residential course weeks, course 1 and course 2 (for either 510 or 570, or both).We will allocate you to one of these courses.

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TABLE 6:API 510/570 CERTIFIED VESSEL/PIPING INSPECTOR: 2013 UK PROGRAMME JULY-DECEMBER 2013
MET Training programme Part 1 : distance learning modules AP1 510 and API 570 API 510 Part 2 : Classroom training 29 July-17 November Course 1 th nd 18 -22 November Course 2 th th 25 -29 November Course 1 th nd 18 -22 November Course 2 th th 25 -29 November 02 -03 December 02 -03 December
nd rd nd rd th th

Last start date for MET 510 and 570 training programme is normally the end of July 2013 (Late entry may be possible in extreme cases)

Cut-off date for postponement is 2 weeks after the published start date of the online training modules Cut-off date for postponement is 2 weeks after the published start date of the online training modules

API 570 Part 2 : Classroom training

API 510 Mock Exams API 570 Mock Exams

API 510 and 570 exams 04th December 2013

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3.13 What does the training programme cost?

The cost of the Matthews Engineering Training API 570 or 510 2013 programmes is 2250+VAT per delegate. This covers the Part 1 distance learning modules and the Part 2, 5+2 day training course. As the object of the training programme is for delegates to progress through both parts of the programme and then sit the exam, fees are payable in full at the time of registration. Alternative payment arrangements/discounts may be available for blockbookings of three or more delegates.

3.14 What if I cannot complete the training programme?

If, after booking your course place with Matthews Training you find you have problems making arrangements to start the on-line course, or meet the later residential course dates you can postpone your course to a later date (normally the next course 6-months later). To qualify for this, you must inform Matthews Engineering Training Ltd of your postponement within 2 weeks after the published start date of the online training modules . If you delay your postponement until after this date, you will not be able to claim a free postponement and will need to either try harder to continue with the course, or forfeit your fee, as you will already have taken the place of another delegate who has had to wait to the next course In addition to the training programme fees you will have to pay for (see table 5): Your purchase of the code documentation packages, if you dont already have the documents. You purchase these directly from the supplier in USA (we will supply details) .Prices are currently: API 510 $930 US + shipping API 570 $1155 US + shipping. We tell you when they are available and how to buy them. Your travel and accommodation costs (if applicable) for the 5+2 day Part 2 course The API exam registration fee of $800 US is payable direct to API when the application forms are submitted approx 9- 10 weeks before the exam

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API 510 or 570 CERTIFIED VESSEL/PIPEWORK INSPECTOR: JULY-DECEMBER 2013

APPLYING FOR YOUR TRAINING PROGRAMME

Your next step

To apply for your place on the Matthews Engineering Training 2013 API 510 or 570 training programme simply:

Step 1.Read through this document and make sure you understand the procedure, technical
content, and costs involved. If you have any queries, contact Cliff Matthews on:

enquiries@matthews-training.co.uk

or Tel 07732 799351 (leave a voicemail message and we will get back to you)

Step 2. Forward your CV for assessment to: enquiries@matthews-training.co.uk.

We will e-mail or telephone you to discuss your CV and comment on its suitability in meeting the API examination entry requirements. In marginal cases, we may also ask you to complete a simple on-line entry questionnaire to check whether API inspector certification is the best technical option for you. If everything is acceptable we will agree your entry to the course and hold a provisional place for you

Step 3.We will forward you a proforma invoice for payment of your course fees or, in some
cases, a deposit (for example if you are waiting for confirmation from your employers that they will pay your course fees).Once we have received payment of our invoice your place is confirmed

Established customers We have many established customers, mainly large companies in the power/petrochemical/offshore/inspection industry who regularly send delegates on our training programmes. In these cases, all we may require is a purchase order /requisition number WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON OUR TRAINING PROGRAMMES

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