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API 653 tank inspector training

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About this course

API 653 tank inspector exam preparation covers tank inspection, repair, alteration and reconstruction, API 650 fundamentals, cathodic protection, linings, welding, nondestructive examination, calculation workshops, and timed practice exams.

For inspection personnel preparing to assess aboveground storage tanks and sit the API 653 examination. Check the current API eligibility requirements and exam publications for your intended exam window.

52 LESSONS · 11 MODULES · 96 DESIGNED TRAINING HOURS

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CERT96 hours

96-hour exam-prep program for the API 653 Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector certification: API 653 and API 650 fundamentals, RP 651/652/575/577, Section V, Section IX, calculation workshops, and full-length timed practice exams.

01

Course Orientation and the API 653 Certification Program

2 lessons · 1.7 h
Curriculum §6, Module 1
Program Orientation and How to Study for the API 653 Examexplainernarration15 min
The API Inspector Certification Program, Eligibility, and Exam Dayexplainernarration85 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
02

API 653: Tank Inspection, Repair, Alteration, and Reconstruction

16 lessons · 30.1 h
Curriculum §6, Module 2
Scope, Referenced Publications, and Definitions (API 653 Sections 1 to 3)explainernarration95 min
Suitability for Service Concepts and Tank Roof Evaluation (Section 4.1, 4.2)explainernarration110 min
Shell Evaluation Part 1: Minimum Thickness Determination (4.3.1 to 4.3.3)explainernarration145 min
Shell Evaluation Part 2: Pitting, Flaws, Distortions, and Wind Girders (4.3.4 to 4.3.7)explainernarration95 min
Tank Bottom Evaluation and Minimum Remaining Thickness (Section 4.4)explainernarration140 min
Foundation Evaluation and Change of Service (4.5, 4.6)explainernarration95 min
Brittle Fracture Considerations (Section 5)explainernarration95 min
Inspection Program Part 1: Routine, External, UT, and CP Inspections (6.1 to 6.3)explainernarration110 min
Inspection Program Part 2: Internal Inspection Intervals and Risk Based Approaches (6.4)explainernarration140 min
Inspection Records, Reports, and Materials for Repair (Section 6 records, Section 7)explainernarration90 min
Design Considerations for Reconstructed Tanks (Section 8)explainernarration90 min
Tank Repair Part 1: Shell Repairs and Lapped Patch Plates (9.1 to 9.5)explainernarration150 min
Tank Repair Part 2: Bottoms, Weld Defects, and Shell Penetrations (9.6 to 9.13)explainernarration120 min
Alterations, Hot Taps, Dismantling, and Reconstruction (9.15, Section 10)explainernarration120 min
Welding, NDE, Hydrostatic Testing, Marking, and Records (Sections 11, 12, 13)explainernarration90 min
Settlement Evaluation: Annex B and the Inspection Checklists (Annex B, Annex C)explainernarration120 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
03

API 650 Fundamentals for the 653 Inspector

6 lessons · 10.1 h
Curriculum §6, Module 3
API 650 Scope, Organization, and Materials (Sections 1 to 4)explainernarration90 min
Shell Design and the One Foot Method (5.6)explainernarration125 min
Bottoms, Annular Plates, and Shell Openings (5.4, 5.5, 5.7)explainernarration120 min
Roofs, Wind Girders, and Stability (5.9 to 5.12)explainernarration90 min
Fabrication, Erection, and Dimensional Tolerances (Sections 6 and 7)explainernarration90 min
Examination of Joints, Testing, and Welder Qualification under API 650 (Sections 7.3, 8, 9)explainernarration90 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
04

API RP 651: Cathodic Protection of Aboveground Petroleum Storage Tanks

2 lessons · 3 h
Curriculum §6, Module 4
Corrosion Fundamentals and Cathodic Protection Methodsexplainernarration90 min
CP Criteria, Operation, Surveys, and Recordsexplainernarration90 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
05

API RP 652: Linings of Aboveground Petroleum Storage Tank Bottoms

2 lessons · 3 h
Curriculum §6, Module 5
Lining Purposes, Types, and Selectionexplainernarration90 min
Application, Cure, Inspection, and Repair of Liningsexplainernarration90 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
06

API RP 575: Inspection Practices for Atmospheric and Low Pressure Storage Tanks

3 lessons · 5 h
Curriculum §6, Module 6
Tank Types, Construction Standards, and How Tanks Deteriorateexplainernarration90 min
Inspection Practices: External, Internal, and Measurement Methodsexplainernarration120 min
Leak Testing, Gauging, Records, and Special Situationsexplainernarration90 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
07

API RP 577: Welding Inspection and Metallurgy

4 lessons · 6 h
Curriculum §6, Module 7
Welding Processes for Tank Construction and Repairexplainernarration90 min
Procedure and Performance Qualification Concepts (RP 577 View)explainernarration90 min
Metallurgy, Weldability, Preheat, and PWHTexplainernarration90 min
Weld Examination Technique and Discontinuity Recognitionexplainernarration90 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
08

ASME Section V: Nondestructive Examination Essentials

4 lessons · 6 h
Curriculum §6, Module 8
Article 1 General Requirements and Article 2 Radiographic Examinationexplainernarration90 min
Article 6 Liquid Penetrant and Article 7 Magnetic Particle Examinationexplainernarration90 min
Article 9 Visual Examination and Article 10 Leak Testingexplainernarration90 min
Article 23 (SE 797) Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement and Navigation Workshopexplainernarration90 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
09

ASME Section IX: Welding Procedure and Performance Qualification

3 lessons · 6.1 h
Curriculum §6, Module 9
Section IX Organization, Terminology, and Variablesexplainernarration125 min
WPS and PQR Review Workshopexplainernarration120 min
Welder Performance Qualification Review Workshopexplainernarration120 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
10

Tank Calculation Workshops

6 lessons · 12 h
Curriculum §6, Module 10
Workshop: Shell Corrosion Evaluation and Minimum Thicknessexplainernarration120 min
Workshop: Corrosion Rates, Remaining Life, and Inspection Intervalsexplainernarration120 min
Workshop: Tank Bottom Minimum Remaining Thickness (MRT)explainernarration120 min
Workshop: Settlement Evaluation Calculations (Annex B)explainernarration120 min
Workshop: Repair Plate Sizing, Weld Spacing, and Reconstruction Tolerancesexplainernarration120 min
Workshop: Hydrostatic Test, Safe Fill Height, and Mixed Calculation Gauntletexplainernarration120 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass
11

Exam Strategy, Practice Exams, and Final Readiness

4 lessons · 13.1 h
Curriculum §6, Module 11
Closed Book Mastery: Memory Frameworks and Timed Drillsexplainernarration120 min
Open Book Mastery: Navigation Drills and Reference Strategyexplainernarration120 min
Full Practice Exam 1 with Structured Debriefexplainernarration270 min
Full Practice Exam 2 and Final Readiness Reviewexplainernarration275 min
MODULE QUIZ, 10 questions · 80% to pass

Questions about API 653 Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector

What kind of tanks does API 653 preparation address?

This course focuses on aboveground storage tank inspection, repair, alteration and reconstruction, with API 650 fundamentals and supporting inspection practices. Review the module outline for the specific topics covered.

Does the API 653 course include calculation practice?

Yes. The curriculum contains tank calculation workshops and practice assessments alongside inspection, linings, cathodic protection, welding and nondestructive examination topics.

How do I confirm the right API 653 exam references?

Check API's current Body of Knowledge and Publications Effectivity Sheet for your intended exam window. API also determines qualification requirements and awards certification independently of this preparation course.

Check the current program guidance before applying: API 653 eligibility and exam references.

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