Become a Certified Expert with API 653 Training Program

API 653 is a standard developed by the American Petroleum Institute (API) that guides the inspection, repair, alteration, and reconstruction of aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) used to store petroleum, chemicals, and related materials.

The standard addresses various aspects of AST maintenance, such as minimum inspection intervals, inspection techniques, and repair approaches. API 653 is commonly applied in the petroleum and chemical industries to maintain the protection and reliability of aboveground storage tanks.

PetroSync has created a 5-day API 653 training course designed to provide a detailed discussion of the engineering knowledge required for in-service storage tanks with an emphasis on the syllabus published by the API (Body of Knowledge).

The preparation course will clarify the basic intent of all the codes specified to be studied, how to interpret the code rulings, and ultimately, build confidence among participants to make informed decisions.

What Is API 653 Training?

API 653 training is a curriculum designed to help professionals in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries to improve their knowledge, insight, and skills in storage tank maintenance, inspection, reconstruction, and repair.

API 653 has established standards for developing precise criteria to ensure the integrity of both structural and operational tanks, which must be followed. The API 653 Standard was created to prevent leaks that result in severe economic and environmental damage.

Participants in this course will not only study the theory behind the API 653 standard, but also how to use it in the field. Thus, API 653 training is required for anyone who is responsible for the safety and sustainability of storage tank operations.

What Is API 653 Training Course Objective?

PetroSync’s API 653 training course spans five days to provide a detailed discussion of the necessary engineering knowledge for in-service storage tanks, with a focus on the syllabus published by API (Body of Knowledge). The course will clarify the basic intentions of all code prescriptions for study, teach participants how to interpret code rulings, and ultimately build confidence among them for decision-making.

Divided into six main areas, our API 653 training course covers basic storage tank design engineering (API 650), in-service inspection techniques (API 653/RP 575/RP 577), damage mechanisms (API 571), cathodic protection (API RP 651), lining of tank bottoms (API RP 652), retirement thickness calculations, and other skills required for the delivery of a quality job and safe operation. You will receive comprehensive course notes and practical case studies to impart knowledge effectively.

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What Is API 653 Training Course Outlines?

DAY 1 – Fundamentals of Storage Tank Design & Construction (API 650)

• Allowable stress values shell, roof, and bottom design
• Material selection
• Impact test requirement of API 650
• Impact test results
• Shell thickness calculations
• Bottom plate thickness calculations
• Roof plates calculations
• Nozzle openings calculations
• API 650 Requirements for Storage Tank Fabrication, erection, NDT, and leak testing

DAY 2 – Understanding of Storage Tank Inspection Code (API 653) Part 1

• Introduction, scope, definitions, and Organization of API 653
• Intervals and scope of inspections
• Data evaluation and corrosion assessment of roof, shell, and bottom.
• Estimation of corrosion rate
• Inspection and testing practices of API 653
• Evaluation for brittle failure

DAY 3 – Understanding of Storage Tank Inspection Code (API 653) Part 2

• Repairs, alterations & reconstruction of storage tanks
• Tank relocation and re-erection
• Replacement of tank bottom, hot tapping on tank shell.
• Detail discussions on material corrosion and degradation (API 571), NDT of tank repairs, leak testing

DAY 4 – Storage tank Inspection (study of other codes and standards)

• Discussions on cathodic protection methods against soil corrosion (API RP 651)
• Recommended practices for inspection of storage tanks (API RP 575)
• Introduction to Sec IX, Case studies of checking of PQR & WPS

DAY 5 – Discussions on Corrosion Protection & Quality of Welding

• Discussions on the Lining of bottoms of storage tanks (API RP 652)
• Discussions on API RP 577 and Welding Inspection
• Understanding the difference between Inspection and Examination and Various NDE methods to detect flaws in metals.
• Understanding rules imposed by ASME Sec V for various NDE techniques
• Final examinations Feedback and Concluding

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What Are API 653 Training Benefits?

API 653 training offers a multitude of significant advantages to professionals, including:

1. Technical Competency Improvement:

Participants in the program will obtain knowledge, understanding, and skills in best practices for storage tank inspection and maintenance requirements.

2. Regulatory Compliance:

This training ensures that participants can follow applicable legislation and regulations, reducing the risk of noncompliance.

3. Career Opportunity Enhancement:

API 653 certification is well acknowledged in the industry, which can lead to greater job chances for participants.

4. Reduced Operational Risk:

With the correct skills, participants may assist firms in reducing operational risk and ensuring safety in their day-to-day operations.

Is There Any API 653 Individual Certification Program Issued by API?

Yes, API issues an individual certification program for API 653 standard known as the API 653 Certified Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector. API regulates the certification for individuals who pass the API 653 examination and meet the qualifications outlined in API 653 standard. The certification demonstrates the individual’s knowledge and skills in the inspection, repair, alteration, and reconstruction of aboveground storage tanks.

Related article : API 653: Tank Inspection, Repair & Alteration Guide

Who Should Attend API 653 Training Course?

PetroSync’s API 653 Tank Inspection training course will specifically benefit Engineers, Supervisors, and Managers from the following disciplines:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Inspection
• Maintenance & Operations
• Technical & Engineering
• Corrosion Engineer

Any design person involved in the integrity assessment of in-service tanks, repairs, and replacement of old tanks is also encouraged to enroll in our program. Mr. Chintamani, as our API 653 Tank Inspection, Repair, Alteration, and Reconstruction training course instructor, has extensive involvement in facilities inspection.
His proven journey and experience as a practical coach and mentor make PetroSync‘s training course not only a preparation for you to confidently pass the API 653 examination but also an opportunity to enhance your understanding of storage tank facilities.

Broaden your technical knowledge and reduce expenses by preventing unplanned shutdowns of storage tanks with PetroSync! Limited seats are available, enroll today to secure your API 653 training course spot!