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Post Graduate Diploma in Piping Materials, Piping Materials

Eligibility :

Degree in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering with Piping Knowledge.

This training covers the selection, specification, and standards of materials used in piping systems. It focuses on codes like ASME, ASTM, and API, corrosion control, and material compatibility, preparing engineers for roles in design, procurement, and inspection.

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Key Points of Syllabus :

1.Introduction to Basics of Metallurgy

·        IronCarbide Diagram

·        BCC& FCC Structures

·        HeatTreatment

·        Alloying

·        StrainHardening

·        AgeHardening

·        CoolingCurve

·        VariousPhases


2.Code Requirements (ASME/API/BS/IS etc.)

·        ASTMNumbers (CS, LAS, LTCS, SS)

·        Thickness& Temperature Graph for Different Steels (ASME B31.3)

·        HighTemperature Service Allowance (HTSA)

·        Corrosionand Prevention


3.Process Data for Piping Material and Rating

·        ProcessData Sheet Details:

Ø StreamNo., PFD No., Fluid Name, Symbol

Ø Minimum/Maximum/Operating/DesignPressure & Temperature

Ø BaseMaterial, Corrosion Allowance (CA)

·        Calculationsto Develop Piping Material Specification


4.Piping Commodities

·               Pipesand Fittings:

Ø Elbows(Short/Long Radius), Bends, Reducers, Caps

Ø Couplings,Swages, Nipples, Stub Ends, Unions, Plug Tees

·               DimensionalStandards (MSS)

·               Types:Seamless (SMLS), Electric Fusion Welded (EFW), Electric Resistance Welded (ERW)


5.Valves – I, Valves II, Valves III

·               Constructionand Assembly

·               Ratingand Working

·               Standardsfor Flanged Ends (FLG BE)

·               ConstructionFeatures

·               Typesof Seats

·               Rising/Non-RisingHandwheel

·               GearTable, Trim Table, Bypass Requirement

·               Typesof Valves:

Ø GateValve

Ø GlobeValve

Ø CheckValve

Ø BallValve

Ø ButterflyValve

6. PTRating

·               FullPT Rating

·               LineBasis PT Rating and Pipe Thickness

·               Stepsfor Full and Line Basis PT Rating


7.Miter Bend

·               PipeSelection from Existing PMS

·               Calculationsfor Multiple Miters (Starting with 2)

·               Pm1& Pm2 Calculations (ASME B31.3)

·               ThicknessCheck Based on Number of Miters


8. RFPad

·               RFPad Calculations for Loss of Area in Header and Branch

·               RFZone and Formulae

·               RequirementCheck for RF Pad in Perpendicular and Offset Branching


9.Piping Material Specification

·               ProjectName, Type of Plant, Brief Description

·               JobNumber and Title

·               Listof Contents and Abbreviations

·               FluidIndex

·               PipingClass Fluids, Limit Temp, Rating

·               BaseMaterial, Corrosion Allowance

·               SpecialRequirements

·               Listof Codes and Standards

·               General,Material, Construction, Operating & Other Requirements

·               SpecificationSheet

·               FluidList, Flanges, Valves

·               BranchTable for Reducers, Tees, Olets

10.Special Parts

·               TaggedItems in P&ID

·               Line-Specificand Size-Specific Components

·               SteamTraps and Their Types

·               Bellowsand Their Types

·               MetallicHose

·               FlameArrestor

·               SightGlass

·               SampleCooler

·               Strainersand Their Types


Objective

To develop a strong understanding of piping materials, enabling participants to make informed decisions in material selection, specification, and compliance with industry codes and standards—ensuring safety, durability, and efficiency in piping system design and operations.
Batch No.CategoryPlanned Starting DateLast Date of AdmissionCompletion DateDurationTimings
19002 Weekend Batches 07-Jun-2025 31-May-2025 06-Sep-2025 3 months Saturdays 8 am to 5.30 pm