API 570 Certification

Preparation
INTRODUCTION

ABOUT MSTS

This course gives a broad knowledge about In-Service

Piping Systems and prepares students for the API 570
exam. The course is an intensive one-week course with a
special emphasis on the use of the related codes and
calculations.

MSTS is a company specializing in providing the needed

practical training for petrochemical pressure equipment
inspectors and engineers.

This course content includes:

Using B31.3
Piping Calculations
Section IX Welding

API 570
B16.5 & other
Exam

Currently, MSTS provides eleven courses specifically

designed to help pressure equipment personnel improve
their technical knowledge and skills.
MSTS instructors are selected for their technical and
wake-ability skills. (Wake-ability the ability to
minimize snores during long, boring technical training.)

SPEAKERS BACKGROUND

API TRAINING

Mark Smith has worked in the petrochemical industry for 25

years and in the pressure equipment discipline for 16
years. He has been instructing inspection classes since
1992. Certifications obtained include: API 510/570/653.

MSTS most popular courses are the API certification

classes. MSTS offer classes prior to each API exam.

Currently about 150 students per year attend one of his API
courses. He is committed to helping each student achieve
success.

These classes and exams are not easy, so only

individuals who are serious about their pressure
equipment career should participate.
MSTS students generally have a 90% passing rate.

OBJECTIVES

WHO SHOULD JOIN

The course provides participants with the knowledge

necessary to:

This class is designed for pressure equipment inspectors

and engineers working in refineries, chemical & industrial
plants, gas plants, pipeline terminals, and oil fields.

Successfully pass the API 570 piping inspector

certification exam

Effectively use major codes: ASME B16.5 & B31.3;

ASME B&PV Sections V & IX

Perform all basic piping calculations needed for the

API exam (e.g. tmin, test pressure, MAWP, MDMT,
corrosion rates, remaining life, etc.)

Use APIs requirements during inspection, repairs,

and alterations of piping

Review welding procedures (WPS/PQR) and welder

performance qualifications (WPQ)

BRING TO CLASS
Students should bring to class: a calculator, a straight edge
(or triangle), pencils, highlighters, lots of questions, and a
CAN-DO attitude. Also, participants must bring the
appropriate codes required for the API exam.

Organized by:

HRD Approved Training Provider (AO470)

Ministry of Finance (Reg. No 357-02088676)

CLASS PARTICIPANTS
Students who wish to apply for the API Exam should have
at least 3 years of experience at a petro-, chemical- or
industrial facility and have at least 1 year of inspection
experience.
However, participants who do not meet this requirement
are also welcomed to attend this Training to further their
knowledge in the related areas.
NOTES
This is an intense course with daily homework and a final
exam (similar to the API 570 exam). A study guide is
issued to direct participants pre-class study. Download
pre-class Study Guide from [Link]
CLASS SIZE
Enrollment is limited to 24 students.

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Updated on 13 January 2010

API 570 Certification

Preparation
FEEDBACK FROM PAST PARTICIPANTS
My API training with MSTS made me confident to know now that I am
doing my job the right way. Mark not only explains the standards but also
shares his own experiences as he teaches the class. My training also
allowed me to meet and interact with my own peers and thus now have
my own network worldwide. I would only complete my API trainings and
reviews with MSTS.
Malou M. Baluyut
Senior Engineer
Shell Guam, Inc.
Have attended 2 API classes taught by Mark Smith. As
advertised, Mark is one instructor from MSTS that has a
very good technical and wake ability skills. He blends his
unique humor well in the class and is successful in keeping
everyone from snoring away in a week-long boring and yet
intensive session.
I like Marks training slides, they contain summaries of easy
to understand and digestible notes which is important for
the exam. Mark is very well verse with codes and
standards. Backed by his past working experience and
hands-on in the field, he is able to impart the requirement
knowledge to all the course participants. There are lots of
examples and stories relevant to the topics given which
allow knowledge level individual to understand easily.
My success in API examination attributed much to the
quality of his teaching and dedication in ensuring we are
prepared in the exam hall.
Lim Chon
Senior Inspector
Shell Refining Company
Port Dickson, Malaysia
I have sent my employees to other training classes and
have had little positive feed back from the employees. This
was reflected on their test scores. I then sent three other
employees and I myself attended a MSTS class and was
very pleased with the manner in which the subject matter
was presented. All of my employees left with a real understanding of the subject matter, and confidence that they
would pass their API exams!
Robert G. Maddox
Vice President of Operations
Materials Technology Group L.L.C

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I have attended numerous classes taught by Mark Smith

(MSTS). I have always found the classes to be very
interesting and extremely informative. Mark has a gift
when come to teaching that makes everyone feel comfortable with the material and he can teach at any level.
In many classes I have attended, he has had a wide
variety of skill levels and knowledge in his students and he
has the ability to make sure that everyone can follow along
and he keeps everyone participating in the class material.
He can sense when a student may be falling behind or not
fully understanding the material and makes it a point to
bring them back up to speed.
I would highly recommend to anyone interested in
succeeding in the inspection field to put their faith in Mark
Smith. I personally attribute much of my success in this
industry to Mark and his ability to teach!
James Moore
Senior Inspector
Motiva Enterprises
Convent, Louisiana

As I go along with MSTS, I found that it is really a worth

investment for your future career. The more you listen to
Mr Mark Smith, the more eager you want to be certified for
API Certification. He is really a good teacher with a very
wide knowledge and experience and for me, I can say
hes the No. 1 Lecturer so far. I really appreciate IDC for
its good service and support that has been given to me.
CM Yahya
Plant Inspector
Ethylene Malaysia Sdn Bhd

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Preparation
DAY 1

DAY 2

1) Welcome & Introduction

1) ASME B31.3 - Piping Code

Includes understanding:
Purpose & Scope of the Code
Organization of the Code
Piping Classes specified by the Code
Roles specified by the Code
Tips on how to find information in the Code

2) ASME B16.5 Flange Code

Learn how to determine:
Maximum Flange Pressure
Maximum Flange Temperature
Appropriate Flange Class
Maximum Hydrotest Pressure
Flange Dimensions
Maximum allowed Flaw Size on Flange Face
3) API 570 Sections 1-4, 6
Purpose of API 570
Scope of API 570
Responsibilities defined in API 570
Inspection Types & Intervals
Tips on how to memorize information in API Codes
Evening Session: ASME B16.5 & API 570 Homework
Practice all Calculations covered in Class.

2) ASME B31.3 Calculations & Charts

Learn how to determine:
Quality Factor E
Allowable Stress S
Minimum Thickness for a Pipe
Appropriate Pipe Schedule for new Pipe
Minimum Thickness for a Blank (Blind)
3) API 570 Section 7
Inspection Data Evaluation
Calculate MAWP of a Piping System
Evening Session: ASME B31.3 & API 570 Homework
Practice all Calculations covered in Class.

DAY 3
1) ASME B31.3 - Piping Code
Includes understanding:
Basic concepts of Piping Flexibility
Selection of Piping Materials
Fabrication Requirements

DAY 4
1) ASME B&PV Section IX - Welding Code
Understand the following key concepts.
Purpose of the Code
Roles of the Welding Inspector
Organization of the Code
Welding Positions Test and Field
Testing Requirements and Acceptance Criteria
Welder Qualification Process and Restrictions
Tips on how to find information in the Code

2) ASME B31.3 Calculations & Charts

Learn how to determine:
Thermal Pipe Growth
Minimum Design Temperatures
Welding Preheat Requirements
PWHT Requirements

2) ASME B&PV Section IX Review and Evaluate a WPQ

(Welder Qualification). Understand
Essential Variables for welder qualification
Testing required for welder qualification

3) API 570 Section 8-9

Repairs, Alterations & Rerating
Underground Piping
Evening Session: ASME B31.3 & API 570 Homework
Practice all Calculations covered in Class. Also, complete
the Corrosion Rate/Remaining Life Self-Study Module

Evening Session: Section IX Homework. Evaluate two

WPQs.

DAY 5

3) API 570 Section 8 & 9

Repairs, Alterations & Rerating
Underground Piping

1) ASME B&PV Section IX - Welding Code

Understand the following key concepts
Weld Procedure Qualification Process and Restrictions

Evening Session: Section IX Homework. Evaluate one WPQ.

API 570 Homework. Also, complete the API 578 Self-Study
Module

2) WPS/PQR Review (Weld Procedure)

Evaluate a WPS with the associated PQR

Organized by:

HRD Approved Training Provider (AO470)

Ministry of Finance (Reg. No 357-02088676)

4) API 577 Welding Inspection & Metallurgy

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Preparation
DAY 6

DAY 7

1) ASME B&PV Section V NDE

Understand the following key concepts.
Purpose of the Code
Organization of the Code
RT Techniques
Purpose & Selection of IQIs
RT Film Density Requirements
Key terms discussed in the Code
Tips on how to find information in the Code

1) Course Review

2) API 570 Section 5

Inspection & Testing Practices

Registration on Day 1 at 8.00am

2) Practice Exam Exam is similar to the API 570 exam

DAILY SCHEDULE
8:30a.m. 5:30p.m. (Workshop)
7:00p.m. 9:00p.m. (Evening sessions)

3) API 571 - Damage Mechanisms in the Refinery Industry

Evening Session: ASME Section V & API 570 Homework.
Plus the Mega-Problem. This exercise includes most of the
calculations & tables covered in the class.

API APPLICATION INFO

The API Web-site at [Link]/icp offers some
useful information (i.e. Exam Application Form, sample test question and required code books).

HOTEL ACCOMODATION INFORMATION

Statu
s

Hotel

Single

2 stars

SinggahSana Hotel
[Link]
Tel:(603)-7956 2100
Fax:(603)-7954 2041

RM 125.00
Approximately
USD35
with breakfast

2 stars

Shah Village Hotel

[Link]
Tel:(603)-7956 9322
Fax:(603)-7955 7715

RM 138.00
Approximately
USD 40
with breakfast

4 stars

Armada PJ Hotel
[Link]
Tel :(603)-7954 6888
Fax:(603)-7956 8088

RM 253.00
Approximately
USD 77
With breakfast

4 stars

Crystal Crown Hotel

[Link]
Tel :(603)-7958 4422
Fax:(603)-7958 8408

RM 184.00
Approximately
USD 53
With breakfast

RM 207.00
Approximately
USD 60
With breakfast

About 15 mins walking distance. By taxi, about 8 mins.

5 stars

Hilton PJ Hotel
[Link]
Tel :(603)-7955 9122
Fax:(603)-7955 3909

RM 350.75
Approximately
USD 100
with breakfast

RM 402.50
Approximately
USD 115
with breakfast

About 15 mins walking distance. By taxi, about 8 mins.

Double

Walking Distances from

Hotel to IDC / Amcorp Mall

About 15 mins walking distance

(just across the road).

RM 195.50
Approximately
USD 56
with breakfast

About 10 mins walking distance

(just across the road).

Has to go by train,
only 1 station away
*near Aeroline station in PJ

* Room rate is subject to change if the needs arise from the hotel.

Organized by:

HRD Approved Training Provider (AO470)

Ministry of Finance (Reg. No 357-02088676)

MSTS
Inspection Training Services
594752

Updated on 13 January 2010