ASME BPV Code Section V: Nondestructive Examinations

About the Course

ASME BPV Code Section V (Nondestructive Examinations) contains requirements, methods, and techniques for nondestructive examination (NDE), which are code requirements to the extent that they are specifically referenced and required by other Code Sections or referencing documents. These NDE methods are intended to detect surface and internal imperfections in materials, welds, fabricated parts, and components.

Nondestructive Testing (NDT) is the process of inspecting, examining, or evaluating materials, components, or assemblies for discontinuities or differences in characteristics without destroying the serviceability of the part or system. In other words, the part can still be used when the inspection or test is completed. It’s a group of analysis techniques used to evaluate the properties of a material, component, product, weld, or system without causing damage.

This 5-day interactive ASME BPV Code Section V: Nondestructive Examinations training course will enable the delegates to understand the standard procedures and documentation for the conventional nondestructive examination. The most common conventional NDE Methods are Visual Examination (VT), Dye Penetrant Examination (PT or DPT), Magnetic particle testing (MT or MPI), Radiographic examination RT (using gamma and X-rays) and ultrasonic testing (UT). MT and PT are sensitive to Surface imperfections, while RT and UT are used to detect internal defects. Qualified and certified NDE examiners shall conduct discontinuities interpretations. Discontinuities evaluation shall be done using the referencing codes/standards and by level II or III examiners.

Core Objectives

The delegates will achieve the following objectives:

• Gain a comprehensive knowledge of various methods of NDT
• Illustrate the main material’s mechanical properties
• Discuss the NDT approach, including the method selection, detecting discontinuities, surface, subsurface, contrast with nondestructive testing, interpretive technology, certification of technicians, test variables, standards for comparison and application
• Employ the various techniques of liquid penetrant testing and recognise its advantages, disadvantages and limitations, types, equipment, safety precautions and personnel requirements
• Interpret radiographic testing and identify the types of radiation, principles of radiography and the exposure factors

Training Approach

This training course will combine presentations with instructor-guided interactive discussions between delegates about their interests. Practical exercises, video material and case studies will stimulate these discussions and provide maximum benefit to them that will support the formal presentation sessions.

The Attendees

This training course fits a wide range of professionals who work in oil & gas, energy and construction companies.

This training course will be valuable to professionals, including (but not limited to) the following:

• NDT Inspectors
• Welding Inspectors
• NDT Engineers
• Mechanical Inspection Engineers
• Piping Inspectors
• Asset integrity Engineers
• Mechanical engineers
• Professional Designation

Daily Discussion

DAY ONE: EXAMINERS QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATION AND VT

• Qualification of NDE Examiners according to ASNT-TC-1A
• Materials and Welding Discontinuities
• Visual Inspection (VT)
• Limitations of VT
• Tools for Welding Inspection 

DAY TWO: DYE PENETRANT TESTING (PT)

• Overview: Dye Penetrant Test
• PT Dry and Wet Methods
• Advantages and Limitations of PT
• Review the Requirements of Article 6
• Review PT Acceptance Criteria: Case Study – ASME B31.3 and API 650

DAY THREE: MAGNETIC PARTICLE TESTING (MT) 

• Overview: Magnetic Particle Examination
• MT Colour and Fluorescent Methods
• Advantages and Limitations of MT 
• Review the Requirements of Article 7
• Review MT Acceptance Criteria: Case Study – ASME B31.3 and API 650

DAY FOUR: RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING (RT)

• Radiographic Testing (RT): Gamma and X-rays
• RT Procedures
• Safety Hazards
• Review of Article 2 requirements in ASME V
• Advantages and Limitations of RT
• Review RT Acceptance Criteria: Case Study: ASME B31.3

DAY FIVE: ULTRASONIC TESTING (UT)

• Ultrasonic Testing (UT): Compression & Shear Wave
• Calibration
• Advantages and Limitations of UT
• Review of Article 4 Requirements in ASME V
• Review UT Acceptance Criteria: Case Study: ASME B31.3