BPV Code, Section III, Division 1: Rules for Construction
of Nuclear Facility Components
(PD184)
This course presents a practical yet comprehensive overview of
t
he BPV Code, Section III, Division 1 (nuclear section), including
interfaces with Sections II, V, and IX. Every Subsection in Section
III is covered in sufficient detail to provide an understanding of
the Code processes and methodology, including the ASME
A
ccreditation processes.
On completion of this course, delegates will be able to:
• Describe the contents of Section III, including its current
scope and exclusions
• Describe the functions performed by Authorized Inspection
Agencies and Authorized Nuclear Inspectors
• List the Quality Assurance requirements as they apply to
Material Organizations and N-Certificate holders
• Explain the use and significance of ASME Code Stamps and
the new ASME Code Stamp
• Describe the Process for ASME Accreditation
• List the responsibilities of various ASME Certificate Holders
• Describe the purpose of the different Code Data Reports
and their required signatories
• Explain how Section III, interfaces with Sections II, V, and IX
• Explain how the ASME Code is becoming a global standard
Who should attend this course:
Nuclear regulators, technical organizations, nuclear generating
facility owners, equipment and material organizations, installers
and authorized inspection agencies
Duration: 4 Days
BPV Code, Section III: Advanced Design and
Construction of Nuclear Facility Components (PD644)
This advanced course details Code requirements for the design,
fabrication, construction and life extension of nuclear power
plants. Covering all aspects of the nuclear pressure boundary as
well as the application of methods for fabrication of nuclear
pressure boundary components, it discusses the Code
requirements for Nondestructive Examination (NDE) techniques
as well as hydro testing and leak testing.
Through a combination of information and case studies based
on real-world problems, the course provides the required
knowledge for professionals who are involved in the design,
fabrication, construction and life extension of nuclear power
plant (NPP) components.
On completion of this course, delegates will be able to:
• Explain advanced concepts related to design by analysis and
design by rule
• Compare ASME BPV Code with other international codes
• Identify welding and heat treatment requirements
• Describe what is required for nondestructive examination and
testing
Who should attend this course:
Nuclear power plant designers, stress analysts, QA and inspection
personnel, regulators, and reactor, welding, operations, and
utility engineers will all benefit from this course
Duration: 4 Days
ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code: Design, Fabrication,
Assembly, Erection, Inspection, Maintenance and
Repair
(PD678)
T
his intensive course details the latest Power Piping Code
requirements – key elements in creating the more effective
piping systems today’s competitive environment demands.
This course explores the background, rules and trends in piping
d
esign, analysis, and fabrication – all vital elements of power,
industrial and institutional plant construction and maintenance –
within the context of meeting the requirements and intent of
ASME B31.1 and its appendices.
On completion of this course, delegates will be able to:
• Explain the principal failure modes of piping components and
where to look for them
• Explain the difference between pressure component design
and structural design
• Describe the layout and simplified analysis techniques
• Qualify nonstandard fittings and joints and develop stress
intensification factors
• Identify materials selection and limitations, fabrication rules
and their bases
• Explain welding qualification requirements, inspection,
examination, and testing requirements
Who should attend this course:
Engineers involved in piping design and analysis, practicing
piping engineers requiring background on Code compliance,
and piping fabricators and suppliers wishing to understand the
relationship of fabrication and manufacture to the design and
construction of piping systems
Duration: 5 Days
ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code: Design, Fabrication,
Assembly, Erection, Inspection and Testing (PD643)
This course provides an introduction to the ASME 31.3 Process
Piping Code and covers the B31.3 requirements for design,
analysis, materials, fabrication, testing and inspection of process
piping systems. It explores the rules for various components
including fittings, connections, bends, valves and specialty
components. Other topics include dimensions and ratings of
components, fluid service requirements for joints, piping
flexibility and support, welding, heat treatment, bending and
forming, brazing and soldering, assembly, erection, examination
and inspection.
On completion of this course, delegates will be able to:
• Identify the responsibilities of personnel involved in the
design, fabrication, assembly, erection, examination,
inspection, and testing of process piping
• Describe the scope and technical requirements of the ASME
B31.3 Code
• Apply and implement the quality requirements that are
defined in the ASME B31.3 Code.
Who should attend this course:
Engineers, managers and quality personnel involved in the
design, manufacturing, fabrication and examination of process
piping that is being built to the requirements of U.S. Codes and
Standards
Duration: 5 Days
NUCLEAR PIPING AND PIPELINES
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