DATE

COURSE

 Rescheduled to June 9-13, 2003 .

 In Plant /contract courses done on request.

NDE- Penetrant Testing 
Level I & II  

The five (5) day Level I & II program will appeal to the receivers & suppliers of NDE services, manufacturers, maintenance and repair contractors who need to have their personnel aware of the requirements demanded by their customers quality program and also the procurement of  3^rd party inspection. It will also appeal to individuals who are seeking introduction into the NDE Industry. The course covers theory, practical demonstrations and hands on lab time on equipment. The course satisfies the guidelines given in SNT-TC-1A needed for both Level I & II General examination.  

 APR 28- May 2, 2003

NACE  Coating Inspector 
Program Session III

CIP Session III focuses on specialized application methods and coating types for non-steel substrates along with inspection criteria, failure modes, lab testing, and a comprehensive instrument review. Two qualified instructors present the course material through a series of lectures, demonstrations, and case study discussions.  

 To Be Announced

NACE  Coating Inspector 
Program –Peer Review

Passing the CIP Peer Review is required to achieve recognition as a certified NACE Coating Inspector. Peer Review is an intensive, detailed oral examination that lasts approximately two hours and includes a series of questions to test the candidate's practical and theoretical knowledge of coatings.  

  MAY 1-2,2003

API 510 REFRESHER

2-Day Refresher Program leading  in preparation for the June 4,2003 API 510 Examination .  

  MAY 5-9,2003

(applications out in February 2003, API deadline  March 29, 2003 , Exam June 4)  

API 570  Piping Inspector 
Certification Program

The American Petroleum Institute (API) initiated the Piping Inspector Certification Program (PICP) to provide a continued high level of safety through the use of inspectors specialized in process piping; to improve management control of process unit inspection, repair, alteration and rerating; and to reduce the potential for inspection delays resulting from regulatory requirements. This program is based on API Standard 570, Piping Inspection Code: Inspection, Repair, Alteration, and Rerating of In-Service Piping Systems; and RP 574, Inspection of Piping, Tubing, Valves, and Fittings  

  MAY 12-16, 2003

Protective Coatings and 
Linings I

This course will tell you everything you need to know to correctly write a coatings specification with enough confidence to avoid the pitfalls and traps that cause coating failures. Materials, common coating failures, and economics are the focus of this five day course. A student notebook, Corrosion Prevention by Protective Coatings, and Coatings and Linings for Immersion Service are included in the course fee.

    MAY 19-23,2003

Protective Coatings and 
Linings II  

This course describes the use of specialized protective coatings and provides detailed information on coatings for non-steel substrates. Focus is also placed on project management, maintenance planning and execution, and predicting coating life and quality assurance. A reference book: Users Guide to Hot Dip Galvanizing For Corrosion Prevention in Atmospheric Service, TPC9, is included in your registration fee.  

  JUN 9-13, 2003

NDE- Penetrant Testing 
Level I & II

The five (5) day Level I & II program will appeal to the receivers & suppliers of NDE services, manufacturers, maintenance and repair contractors who need to have their personnel aware of the requirements demanded by their customers quality program and also the procurement of  3^rd party inspection. It will also appeal to individuals who are seeking introduction into the NDE Industry. The course covers theory, practical demonstrations and hands on lab time on equipment. The course satisfies the guidelines given in SNT-TC-1A needed for both Level I & II General examination.  

  JUN 23-27,2003

NDE- Film  Interpretation 
of  Welds  in  Industrial 
Radiography

This 5-day course is designed to develop the skills of an individual for interpreting and evaluating Industrial Radiographic Film in accordance with established Codes and Standards. The program will also cover contributing factors which relate to Radiographic Quality. This course is considered a module for persons seeking Level II Radiography Qualification.  

JUL 13-18, 2003

NACE COATING 
INSPECTOR PROGRAM 
SESSION 1  

CIP Session I is an intensive presentation of the basic technology of coating application and inspection over a full 60 hours of personal instruction and practice. This course provides both the technical and practical fundamentals for coating inspection work on structural steel projects.

  SEP 8-13, 2003

(applications out in May API deadline TBA -Exams Sept -TBA)   

API 653, ABOVEGROUND 
STORAGE TANK INSPECTOR
CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

The American Petroleum Institute (API) initiated an Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector Certification Program with the issuance of Supplement 1 to API 653, Tank Inspection, Repair, Alteration, and Reconstruction. This program promotes safe storage and material handling of petroleum products in a manner that protects employees, the public, and the environment

 NOV. 2-7, 2003

NACE-Coating Inspector 
Program Session II

CIP Session II focuses on advanced inspection techniques and shop coating processes for steel. Students will learn about specialized application and surface preparation methods as well as destructive test instruments and more sophisticated nondestructive test methods. Presented by two qualified instructors in the form of lectures and demonstrations with inspection instruments and equipment, this 6-day course concludes with both written and practical examinations.

Pre-requisite : CIP Session 1.  

OCT-DEC

TO BE ANNOUNCED