Piping Engineering and Pipe Stress Analysis Certification Course

Why Select this Training Course?

Pipeline engineering and stress analysis are the basis of safe and reliable designs of pressurised systems. It affects the decision-making on piping layouts, specifications, and support arrangements. It also determines the prerequisites for flexible joints and other design components. The Rcademy Piping Engineering and Pipe Stress Analysis Certification Course equips participants with the necessary foundation to succeed in the industry.

The course will introduce attendees to the world of pipe engineering by explaining stress analysis, piping components, the roles and responsibilities of piping professionals, piping engineering deliverables, and piping engineering interfaces with other departments. Through this program, participants will be able to understand piping codes, conduct stress analysis, and effectively address design challenges. It encompasses evaluating the prerequisites for pipe stress analysis and establishing an efficient organisational workflow.

What is pipe stress analysis for piping engineering?

Pipe stress analysis is a test procedure that seeks to determine the performance of a piping system under various load conditions. As such, it’s able to analyse how the material responds to pressure, temperatures, fluid and supports, thus helping engineers.

What are the inputs required for stress analysis?

To perform an input requirement for IDCT pipe stress analysis, engineers need information about piping drawings showing supports, line lists,  P&IDs, material specifications, valve and speciality item data, details of piping components, pressures of lines and equipment, operating temperatures and fluid properties.

Who Should Attend?

The Rcademy Piping Engineering and Pipe Stress Analysis Certification Course can be attended by:

• Designers who contribute to the conceptualisation and visual representation of piping systems.
• Piping design engineers responsible for the detailed planning and design of piping layouts.
• Project engineers overseeing the planning and execution of piping projects within larger engineering endeavours.
• Mechanical engineers specialising in the design and operation of mechanical systems, including piping networks.
• Technicians providing technical support for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of piping systems.
• Engineering analysts using analytical tools to assess and optimise the performance of piping systems.
• Professionals involved in the maintenance and safety of equipment and mechanical systems.

What are the Course Objectives?

The Rcademy piping engineering and pipe stress analysis certification course aims to successfully train top piping stress engineers. At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Master fundamental methods of pipe engineering and stress analysis.
• Resolve design issues in pipe engineering confidently.
• Perform pressure calculations to meet piping design code standards.
• Establish an efficient process for pipe stress analysis.
• Assess the need for formal analysis tools.
• Identify typical loads acting on piping systems.
• Understand various types of stresses in pipes and components.
• Employ engineering strategies to mitigate thermal stresses.
• Calculate thermal stresses and thermal expansion accurately.
• Validate models for errors and adjust layouts as needed.
• Present findings and potential risks.
• Recognise different types of supports and their application guidelines in piping systems.

How will this Course be Presented?

This course prioritises participant engagement and is tailored to meet their expectations while enhancing their knowledge and skills. For smooth learning, various practical methods are employed to foster continuous and engaged learning throughout the course. Most importantly, esteemed professionals with considerable experience deliver the course content. The modules are carefully designed based on thorough and pertinent research on the subject matter.

The Rcademy Piping Engineering and Pipe Stress Analysis Certification Course offer a comprehensive blend of practical and theoretical learning. Participants can access slides, detailed lecture notes, numerous case studies, and video presentations addressing practical challenges. Furthermore, interactive elements such as quizzes, seminars, and mock sessions are incorporated to reinforce learning. The course includes a feedback mechanism to ensure participants’ ultimate satisfaction with the content and delivery.

What are the Topics Covered in this Course? 

Module 1: Introduction to Piping Engineering

• Overview of piping systems and their applications
• Roles and responsibilities of a piping engineer
• Piping components and terminology
• Introduction to relevant codes and standards (ASME, ASTM, API, etc.)

Module 2: Piping Materials and Specifications

• Selection criteria for piping materials
• Properties and characteristics of common piping materials (metals, alloys, plastics)
• Material specifications and standards
• Corrosion protection and prevention techniques

Module 3: Piping Design Fundamentals

• Piping layout and routing principles
• Design considerations for different fluids and operating conditions
• Support and restraint systems for piping
• Introduction to 3D modelling software for piping design

Module 4: Codes and Standards in Piping Design

• Overview of ASME B31 series codes
• Interpretation and application of relevant standards (B31.1, B31.3, B31.4, B31.8)
• Compliance with regulatory requirements (OSHA, API, etc.)
• Case studies illustrating code compliance issues

Module 5: Basics of Strength of Materials

• Stress and strain
• True stress/strain vs. engineering stress/strain
• The ductile material stress-strain relationship
• Poisson’s ratio
• Modulus of elasticity
• Linear coefficient of thermal expansion
• Stresses due to forces and moments
• Normal and shear stresses over inclined planes
• Modes of failures

Module 6: Ping Loads and Piping Stresses

• Primary loads in piping systems
• Secondary loads in piping systems
• Principal stresses in piping systems
• Pipe stresses due to pressure
• Pipe stresses owing to forces and moments
• Combined loads in piping systems
• Total stresses in piping systems
• Failure theories
• Stress categories

Module 7: Flexibility Analysis and Stress Limits

• Basics of thermal stress
• Strategies to prevent thermal stresses in piping systems
• When is formal flexibility analysis required?
• Stress intensification factors and flexibility factors
• Allowable thermal stress range and piping codes
• Displacement stress range and piping codes
• Sustained stress limits and piping codes
• Occasional stress limits and piping codes

Module 8: Piping Supports and Restraints

• Supports classifications
• Selection of pipe support locations
• MSS pipe hangers and support standards

Module 9: Mechanical Design Considerations

• Additional failure types, fracture and fatigue
• Examples of Stress analysis
• Thermal loading and stress considerations
• Pipe span calculations
• Flanged joints calculations
• Pipe connections to static equipment
• Pipe flexibility and expansion joints & loops
• Vibration loading

Module 10: Pipeline Corrosion Damage and Corrosion Mitigation

• Electrochemical cell
• Types corrosion
• Hydrogen induced cracking
• Corrosion rates in pipe wall thickness
• Maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) calculations in pipes
• Cathodic Protection
• Coatings

Day Module 11: Pipe Inspection and Non-Destructive Testing

• Hydro-testing
• Pipe repairs
• Inspection (NDT) techniques, X-ray, ultrasonic, etc.
• Intelligent Pigging Inspection

Module 12: Pipe Stress Analysis Methods

• Introduction to pipe stress analysis
• Basics of statics and mechanics of materials
• Stress categories and load combinations
• Manual calculations for basic stress analysis scenarios

Module 13: Advanced Pipe Stress Analysis

• Overview of finite element analysis (FEA) for pipe stress analysis
• Modelling techniques and best practices
• Analysis of thermal expansion, vibration, and other dynamic loads
• Practical exercises using pipe stress analysis software (e.g., CAESAR II, AutoPIPE)

Module 14: Pipe Support and Hanger Design

• Types of pipe supports and hangers
• Design considerations for pipe supports
• Support spacing and load distribution
• Case studies on support failure analysis and prevention

Module 15: Pipe Flexibility Analysis

• Basics of pipe flexibility analysis
• Determination of allowable pipe movements
• Flexibility analysis for critical piping systems
• Mitigation of piping stress through design modifications

Module 16: Project Management in Piping Engineering

• Project planning and scheduling
• Cost estimation and budgeting for piping projects
• Risk management and mitigation strategies
• Quality assurance and control in piping projects

Module 17: Emerging Technologies

• Advanced Simulation Techniques:
  • Overview of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in piping engineering.
  • Practical applications of advanced simulation software for predicting system behaviour and performance.
• 3D Printing in Piping
• Robotics in Piping Maintenance