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API 570 piping inspector training

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About this course

API 570 piping inspector exam preparation covers in-service piping inspection, ASME B31.3 calculations, flange ratings, material verification, welding, nondestructive examination, repairs, and open-book and closed-book practice.

For inspectors building knowledge of operating piping systems and preparing for the API 570 examination. API evaluates eligibility and awards certification separately from this training course.

51 LESSONS · 12 MODULES · 96 DESIGNED TRAINING HOURS

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CERT96 hours

96-hour exam-prep program for the API 570 Piping Inspector certification: API 570, ASME B31.3 calculation workshops, B16.5, RP 574/578/577/576, Section V, Section IX, and PCC-2, with full-length closed- and open-book practice forms.

01

Program Orientation and Exam Roadmap

2 lessons · 2 h
Curriculum §6, Module 1
How the API 570 Certification and Exam Workexplainernarration15 min
Working the Code Stack: Navigation, Tabbing, and Lookup Speedexplainernarration60 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
02

API 570 Piping Inspection Code

12 lessons · 24 h
Curriculum §6, Module 2
Scope, Application, and Definitions (API 570 Sections 1 to 3)explainernarration125 min
Owner-User Organization, Responsibilities, and Inspector Qualification (Section 4)explainernarration120 min
Inspection Practices Part 1: Inspection Types, CUI, Injection Points, and Deadlegs (Section 5)explainernarration120 min
Inspection Practices Part 2: CML Selection, Thickness Measurement, and Examination Methodsexplainernarration120 min
Pressure Testing, Material Verification, In-Service Welds, and Flanged Joints (Section 5 continued)explainernarration120 min
Interval, Frequency, and Extent of Inspection (Section 6)explainernarration120 min
Data Evaluation Part 1: Corrosion Rates and Remaining Life (Section 7)explainernarration120 min
Data Evaluation Part 2: MAWP, Required Thickness, and Reporting (Section 7 continued)explainernarration120 min
Repairs and Alterations Part 1: Repair Methods and Approvals (Section 8)explainernarration120 min
Repairs Part 2: Welding Controls, Preheat and PWHT Alternatives, Hot Tapping, and Rerating (Section 8 continued)explainernarration120 min
Inspection of Buried Piping (Section 9)explainernarration120 min
API 570 Annexes, Cross Code Integration, and Timed Navigation Labexplainernarration120 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
03

ASME B31.3 Process Piping with Calculation Workshops

8 lessons · 16 h
Curriculum §6, Module 3
B31.3 Scope, Organization, and Fluid Service Categoriesexplainernarration125 min
Design Conditions and Design Criteria (Paragraphs 301 and 302)explainernarration125 min
Calculation Workshop 1: Required Thickness of Straight Pipe (Paragraph 304.1)explainernarration125 min
Calculation Workshop 2: Solving for Pressure, Blanks, and Component Awarenessexplainernarration125 min
Flexibility, Supports, and Reactions (Exam Level Basics)explainernarration125 min
Materials, Fabrication, Preheat, and PWHT (Chapters III and V)explainernarration125 min
Examination Requirements and Acceptance Criteria (Paragraphs 340 to 344)explainernarration125 min
Calculation Workshop 3: Pressure and Leak Testing (Paragraph 345)explainernarration125 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
04

ASME B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings

2 lessons · 4 h
Curriculum §6, Module 4
Flange Classes, Material Groups, and Pressure Temperature Ratingsexplainernarration120 min
Flange Types, Facings, Bolting, Gaskets, and Markingsexplainernarration120 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
05

API RP 574 Inspection Practices for Piping System Components

5 lessons · 10 h
Curriculum §6, Module 5
Piping System Components: Pipe, Tubing, Fittings, and Valvesexplainernarration120 min
Flanges, Gaskets, Joints, and Piping Circuitsexplainernarration120 min
Inspection Planning, Frequency, and Risk Based Inspection per RP 574explainernarration120 min
Deterioration Mechanisms in Piping Systemsexplainernarration120 min
Field Inspection Practices: Methods, Thickness Data, Pressure Tests, and Special Casesexplainernarration120 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
06

API RP 578 Material Verification and Positive Material Identification

2 lessons · 3 h
Curriculum §6, Module 6
Material Verification Program Designexplainernarration90 min
PMI Test Methods, Acceptance, and Dispositionsexplainernarration90 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
07

API RP 577 Welding Inspection and Metallurgy

4 lessons · 8 h
Curriculum §6, Module 7
Welding Processes for Piping Workexplainernarration120 min
Welding Procedure Documents in Practice (WPS, PQR, WPQ per RP 577)explainernarration120 min
Weld Inspection Tasks Before, During, and After Welding, and NDE Selectionexplainernarration120 min
Metallurgy, Heat Treatment, and Weld Discontinuitiesexplainernarration120 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
08

API RP 576 Inspection of Pressure Relieving Devices

2 lessons · 3 h
Curriculum §6, Module 8
Pressure Relieving Device Types and Operationexplainernarration90 min
Inspection, Testing, and Intervals for Relief Devicesexplainernarration90 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
09

ASME Section V Nondestructive Examination

4 lessons · 8 h
Curriculum §6, Module 9
Article 1 General Requirements and Article 9 Visual Examinationexplainernarration120 min
Article 2 Radiographic Examinationexplainernarration120 min
Articles 6 and 7: Liquid Penetrant and Magnetic Particle Examinationexplainernarration120 min
Article 10 Leak Testing and Article 23 (SE-797) Ultrasonic Thicknessexplainernarration120 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
10

ASME Section IX Welding Qualifications

4 lessons · 8 h
Curriculum §6, Module 10
Section IX Structure, Terms, and Qualification Logicexplainernarration120 min
The WPS: Essential, Nonessential, and Supplementary Essential Variablesexplainernarration120 min
The PQR: Test Requirements, Thickness Ranges, and Adequacy Reviewexplainernarration120 min
Welder Performance Qualification and the Document Review Workshopexplainernarration120 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
11

ASME PCC-2 Repair of Pressure Equipment and Piping

2 lessons · 4 h
Curriculum §6, Module 11
PCC-2 Organization and Welded Repair Methodsexplainernarration120 min
Mechanical and Nonmetallic Repair Methodsexplainernarration120 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
12

Exam Strategy, Full Practice Exams, and Readiness Review

4 lessons · 6 h
Curriculum §6, Module 12
Exam Strategy and Question Triageexplainernarration60 min
Closed Book Practice Examination (Form A: 100 Questions)explainernarration150 min
Open Book Practice Examination (Form A: 60 Questions)explainernarration90 min
Readiness Review, Gap Remediation, and Final Preparation Planexplainernarration60 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass

Questions about API 570 Piping Inspector

Does API 570 preparation include piping calculations?

Yes. The published course outline includes ASME B31.3 calculation workshops, flange ratings, inspection planning, repair considerations and practice using the applicable references.

Why is PMI part of API 570 preparation?

Material verification supports an understanding of piping materials and inspection decisions. The syllabus includes API RP 578 and PMI; a separate PMI course offers more detail on analyzer technologies, technique and reporting.

Will this course make me eligible for the API 570 exam?

API evaluates the education and piping-related work experience required for certification. Review its current qualification guidance before applying. This training course does not replace the eligibility review or official exam.

Check the current program guidance before applying: API 570 eligibility and exam references.

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