Certified Piping Inspector (API-570)
The Certified Piping Inspector (API-570) course offered by OXQUAL develops advanced competence in evaluating the integrity and condition of in-service piping systems. The programme covers API 570 technical requirements, piping materials, corrosion, NDE, thickness monitoring, insp...
About this qualification
The Certified Piping Inspector (API-570) course offered by OXQUAL develops advanced competence in evaluating the integrity and condition of in-service piping systems. The programme covers API 570 technical requirements, piping materials, corrosion, NDE, thickness monitoring, inspection intervals, repairs, alterations and inspection documentation.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- API 570 Scope and Terminology
- In-Service Piping Systems
- Piping Components
- Valves and Fittings
- Flanges and Supports
- Piping Materials
- ASME and ASTM Technical Awareness
- Corrosion Mechanisms
- Materials Degradation
- Non-Destructive Examination
- Ultrasonic Testing
- Radiographic Testing
- Magnetic Particle Testing
- Liquid Penetrant Testing
- Piping Inspection Practices
- Inspection Intervals
- Risk-Based Inspection Awareness
- Thickness Measurement
- Corrosion-Rate Calculation
- Remaining-Life Awareness
- Piping Repairs
- Alterations and Rerating
- Pressure Testing
- Inspection Reporting
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Piping Inspectors
- QA/QC Engineers
- Mechanical Engineers
- Mechanical-Integrity Personnel
- Oil and Gas Professionals
- Petrochemical and Power Personnel
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop piping-inspection competence.
- Strengthen API 570 technical knowledge.
- Improve corrosion-monitoring skills.
- Develop NDE and thickness-evaluation awareness.
- Improve repair and rerating knowledge.
- Strengthen piping inspection documentation.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Written examination, practical inspection project and viva.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied case studies, hands-on inspection project and oral defence.
- Total Questions: 120 theory questions plus 1 practical project and 1 viva.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 6–8 weeks (120–150 hours total).
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