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What you will learn in this course?
Section Intro: Why Codes, Standards & Specs are Crucial
Decoding Standards: Your "How-To" for Design & Manufacturing
Understanding Codes: When Guidelines Become Law
Specifications: Tailoring Requirements Beyond Standards
Code vs. Standard vs. Specification: Learning the Key Differences
Grouping Codes & Standards: A Practical Categorization
Deep Dive: System Design Codes & Standards Explained
Deep Dive: Material Standards Explained
Deep Dive: Dimensional Standards Explained
The "Why": Importance of Codes & Standards in Piping Safety & Efficiency
Introduction to ASME Codes & Standards
Introduction to ASTM Standards
Introduction to API Standards
Essential Global Standards: ISO, ASNT, AWWA & AWS
More Key Standards: MSS, PFI, NFPA & NACE
List of Code & Standards
Quiz -1
Assembling a Process Plant: A Step-by-Step Introduction to Piping Components (Dummy Plant Example)
Points to remember from this section
Pipes: Types, Construction (Seamless/Welded) & End Finishes
Pipe Sizing Demystified: NPS, DN, NB & Bore Classifications
Understanding Pipe Schedules & Wall Thickness (Incl. Stainless Steel 'S' Schedules)
Pipe Length Explained: Single Random (SRL) vs. Double Random (DRL)
Pipe vs. Tube: Learning the Critical Differences & Applications
Introduction to Pipe Fittings: Changing Direction & Size
Essential Bends: Elbows (LR/SR), Reducing Elbows, Miter Bends & Returns
Branching & Sizing: Tees, Crosses, Reducers (Concentric/Eccentric), Caps & Stub Ends
Small Bore Connections: Unions, Couplings (Full/Half) & Swages
Flange Fundamentals: Classification by Connection & Facing Type
Flange Faces In-Depth: FF, RF, RTJ, Male-Female & Tongue-Groove
The Seal is in the Surface: Flange Face Serration (Spiral/Concentric, RMS/AARH)
Flange Ratings: Understanding Flange Class (Pressure-Temp) & Flange Schedule (Neck Thickness)
Common Flange Types Pt 1: Threaded, Socket-Weld & Slip-On Explored
Common Flange Types Pt 2: Lap Joint, Weld Neck & Blind Flanges Explored
Branch Connections: Traditional (Reinforcement Pad) vs. Olets (Self-Reinforced)
Meet the Olets Pt 1: Weldolet, Sockolet & Thredolet Explained
Meet the Olets Pt 2: Elbolet, Nipolet, Latrolet & Coupolet
Gaskets 101: What They Are, Why They're Used & Main Types (Non-Metallic, Metallic, Composite)
Soft Seals: Deep Dive into Non-Metallic Gaskets (CNAF, PTFE, Rubber)
Robust Sealing: Deep Dive into Metallic Gaskets (RTJ - R, RX, BX Types)
Best of Both Worlds: Introduction to Composite Gaskets (Spiral Wound, Metal Jacketed, Camprofile)
The Workhorse Gasket: Spiral Wound Gaskets In-Depth (Components & Sealing)
Heat Exchanger Seals: Understanding Metal Jacketed Gaskets
High-Performance Sealing: Kammprofile (Camprofile) Gaskets
Holding It All Together: Understanding Bolting Materials (Studs, Bolts, Nuts, Washers)
Quiz -2
S4L25
Valves 101: Functions, Classifications & Types Overview
On/Off Hero: Understanding Gate Valves (Types & Applications)
Precision Control: Understanding Globe Valves (Design & Throttling)
Quick Action, Tight Shutoff: Understanding Plug Valves (Ports & Designs)
Versatile & Reliable: Understanding Ball Valves (Designs & Operation)
Compact Control: Understanding Butterfly Valves (Types & Applications)
Fine Tuning Flow: Understanding Needle Valves
Preventing Backflow: Understanding Check Valves (NRVs) & Types
Handling Abrasives: Understanding Pinch (Diaphragm) Valves & Types
Unlocking the World of Valves - From Basics to Expertise
System Protection: Understanding Safety & Relief Valves (Reclosing/Non-Reclosing)
Specialized Flanges: Long Neck (Nozzles), Orifice (Flow Measurement) & Multistage Assemblies
Positive Isolation Explained: Spectacle Blinds, Spacers & Spades
Protecting Your Equipment: Strainers (Basket, T-Type, Y-Type) vs. Filters
Managing Movement & Vibration: Expansion Joints (Metallic/Rubber) & Flexible Joints
Steam System Efficiency: Understanding Steam Traps (Mechanical, Thermostatic, Thermodynamic)
Pipeline Integrity & Maintenance: Scrapper (Barred) Tees & Long Radius Bends (Induction Bending)
Electrical Isolation for Corrosion Control: Flange Isolation Kits & Monolithic Joints
Quiz-3
Common Resting Supports: Pipe Shoes, Saddles, Clamps & U-Bolts Explained
More Resting Supports: Wear Pads (Cardel), Trunnions (Dummy Legs) & Special Pipe Supports (SPS)
Flexible Support for Movement: Spring Supports (Constant/Variable) & Hangers
Controlling Pipe Movement: Pipe Guides, Limit Stops & Anchors
Piping Highways: Understanding Pipe Racks (Main/Unit, Steel/Concrete) vs. Pipe Tracks (Sleepers)
How Far Apart? Determining Optimal Pipe Support Spans & Key Factors
Choosing Wisely: Key Criteria for Piping Material Selection (Fluid, Temp, Pressure, Cost)
Quality Steel Starts Here: Understanding "Killed Steel" vs. Semi-Killed/Rimmed
The Workhorse: Ferrous Metals - Cast Iron, Cast Steel & Carbon Steel (Low/Medium/High)
Enhanced Performance: Alloy Steel Materials (Low/High Alloy) & Key Elements
Role of Alloying Elements in Steel
Corrosion Fighters: Stainless Steel Deep Dive (Austenitic, Ferritic, Martensitic, PH, Duplex/Super Duplex)
Beyond Steel: Non-Ferrous Metals (Cu, Ni, Al, Ti, Zr Alloys) & Applications
Plastics & More: Non-Metallic Piping Materials (PVC, CPVC, HDPE, GRE/GRP)
Combining Strengths: Lined (Mechanical Bond) & Clad (Metallurgical Bond) Piping Materials
Protective Layers: Understanding Coated Pipes (FBE, 3LPE/3LPP, CWC, Internal Coatings)
Quiz-4
Material Grades Explained: Decoding ASTM & ASME Designations (e.g., A312 vs SA312)
Common Pipe Materials: Key ASTM Grades for Carbon, Alloy & Stainless Steel Pipes (A53, A106, A333, A335, A312)
Materials for Wrought Fittings: Matching Pipe Grades (A234, A420, A403)
Materials for Forged Components: Flanges, Fittings & Olets (A105, A350, A182)
Sealing Solutions: Common Materials for Gaskets (Non-Metallic, Metallic, Composite)
Fastener Materials: Common ASTM Grades for Studs, Bolts & Nuts (A193, A194) & Coatings
Quiz-5
Making Seamless Pipes Pt 1: The Plug Rolling Mill Method
Making Seamless Pipes Pt 2: Mandrel Mill, Extrusion & Forging Methods
Making Welded Pipes Pt 1: ERW, EFW & HFW Processes (Forming & Welding)
Making Welded Pipes Pt 2: Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) - Straight & Spiral Seam
Shaping Flow: How Elbows Are Manufactured (Mandrel, Extrusion, UO, Hot Forming)
Creating Branches: How Tees Are Manufactured (Hydraulic Bulge, Hot Extrusion, Fabrication)
More Fittings: How Reducers, Caps & Stub Ends Are Made (Outer Die, Deep Drawing, Flaring)
Strength & Shape: How Forged Fittings, Flanges & Olets Are Made (Closed-Die Forging, Ring Rolling)
Creating Seals: How Gaskets Are Manufactured
Nuts & Bolts: How Bolting Materials Are Manufactured
Quiz-6
Why & When: Understanding Heat Treatment Requirements & Exemptions for Piping Components
Key Heat Treatment Methods: Annealing, Normalizing, Quenching, Tempering & Solution Annealing (for SS)
Quiz-7
Inspecting Without Damage: Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Methods (PT, MT, UT, RT, ET, PMI, Hardness)
Testing to Confirm Properties: Destructive Testing (DT) Methods (Tensile, Bend, Impact)
Inside the Metal: Metallurgical Testing (Chemical/Macro Analysis) & Special Corrosion Tests (IGC, HIC, SSC)
Pressure Proof: Understanding Hydrostatic Testing & Component Proof Testing
The First Look: Mastering Visual Inspection Techniques & ITPs (Imperfections vs. Defects)
Measuring Up Pt 1: Dimensional Inspection of Pipes & Wrought Fittings (ASME B36.10M, B16.9)
Measuring Up Pt 2: Dimensional Inspection of Flanges (ASME B16.5) & Olets (MSS-SP-97)
Measuring Up Pt 3: Dimensional Inspection of Gaskets & Bolting (ASME B16.20)
Decoding Markings Pt 1: Pipes & Fittings Identification (Manufacturer, Material, Size, Heat No.)
Decoding Markings Pt 2: Flanges & Olets Identification (Pressure Rating, Schedule)
Decoding Markings Pt 3: Gaskets (Incl. Color Codes for Spiral Wound) & Bolting (Grade Symbols)
Quiz-8
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Course Road Map
What you will learn in this course?
Preview
The Language of Piping: Learning Codes, Standards & Specifications
Section Intro: Why Codes, Standards & Specs are Crucial
Preview
Decoding Standards: Your "How-To" for Design & Manufacturing
Preview
Understanding Codes: When Guidelines Become Law
Specifications: Tailoring Requirements Beyond Standards
Code vs. Standard vs. Specification: Learning the Key Differences
Grouping Codes & Standards: A Practical Categorization
Deep Dive: System Design Codes & Standards Explained
Deep Dive: Material Standards Explained
Deep Dive: Dimensional Standards Explained
The "Why": Importance of Codes & Standards in Piping Safety & Efficiency
Introduction to ASME Codes & Standards
Introduction to ASTM Standards
Introduction to API Standards
Essential Global Standards: ISO, ASNT, AWWA & AWS
More Key Standards: MSS, PFI, NFPA & NACE
List of Code & Standards
Quiz -1
Building Your Foundation: Process Piping Essentials
Assembling a Process Plant: A Step-by-Step Introduction to Piping Components (Dummy Plant Example)
Preview
Points to remember from this section
The Core Components: Pipes, Fittings, Flanges & Sealing Elements
Pipes: Types, Construction (Seamless/Welded) & End Finishes
Pipe Sizing Demystified: NPS, DN, NB & Bore Classifications
Preview
Understanding Pipe Schedules & Wall Thickness (Incl. Stainless Steel 'S' Schedules)
Pipe Length Explained: Single Random (SRL) vs. Double Random (DRL)
Pipe vs. Tube: Learning the Critical Differences & Applications
Introduction to Pipe Fittings: Changing Direction & Size
Essential Bends: Elbows (LR/SR), Reducing Elbows, Miter Bends & Returns
Preview
Branching & Sizing: Tees, Crosses, Reducers (Concentric/Eccentric), Caps & Stub Ends
Small Bore Connections: Unions, Couplings (Full/Half) & Swages
Flange Fundamentals: Classification by Connection & Facing Type
Flange Faces In-Depth: FF, RF, RTJ, Male-Female & Tongue-Groove
The Seal is in the Surface: Flange Face Serration (Spiral/Concentric, RMS/AARH)
Flange Ratings: Understanding Flange Class (Pressure-Temp) & Flange Schedule (Neck Thickness)
Common Flange Types Pt 1: Threaded, Socket-Weld & Slip-On Explored
Preview
Common Flange Types Pt 2: Lap Joint, Weld Neck & Blind Flanges Explored
Branch Connections: Traditional (Reinforcement Pad) vs. Olets (Self-Reinforced)
Meet the Olets Pt 1: Weldolet, Sockolet & Thredolet Explained
Meet the Olets Pt 2: Elbolet, Nipolet, Latrolet & Coupolet
Gaskets 101: What They Are, Why They're Used & Main Types (Non-Metallic, Metallic, Composite)
Soft Seals: Deep Dive into Non-Metallic Gaskets (CNAF, PTFE, Rubber)
Robust Sealing: Deep Dive into Metallic Gaskets (RTJ - R, RX, BX Types)
Best of Both Worlds: Introduction to Composite Gaskets (Spiral Wound, Metal Jacketed, Camprofile)
The Workhorse Gasket: Spiral Wound Gaskets In-Depth (Components & Sealing)
Heat Exchanger Seals: Understanding Metal Jacketed Gaskets
High-Performance Sealing: Kammprofile (Camprofile) Gaskets
Holding It All Together: Understanding Bolting Materials (Studs, Bolts, Nuts, Washers)
Quiz -2
S4L25
Controlling the Flow: An In-Depth Guide to Piping Valves
Valves 101: Functions, Classifications & Types Overview
On/Off Hero: Understanding Gate Valves (Types & Applications)
Preview
Precision Control: Understanding Globe Valves (Design & Throttling)
Quick Action, Tight Shutoff: Understanding Plug Valves (Ports & Designs)
Versatile & Reliable: Understanding Ball Valves (Designs & Operation)
Compact Control: Understanding Butterfly Valves (Types & Applications)
Fine Tuning Flow: Understanding Needle Valves
Preventing Backflow: Understanding Check Valves (NRVs) & Types
Handling Abrasives: Understanding Pinch (Diaphragm) Valves & Types
Unlocking the World of Valves - From Basics to Expertise
System Protection: Understanding Safety & Relief Valves (Reclosing/Non-Reclosing)
Beyond the Basics: Exploring Special & Engineered Piping Components
Specialized Flanges: Long Neck (Nozzles), Orifice (Flow Measurement) & Multistage Assemblies
Preview
Positive Isolation Explained: Spectacle Blinds, Spacers & Spades
Protecting Your Equipment: Strainers (Basket, T-Type, Y-Type) vs. Filters
Managing Movement & Vibration: Expansion Joints (Metallic/Rubber) & Flexible Joints
Steam System Efficiency: Understanding Steam Traps (Mechanical, Thermostatic, Thermodynamic)
Pipeline Integrity & Maintenance: Scrapper (Barred) Tees & Long Radius Bends (Induction Bending)
Electrical Isolation for Corrosion Control: Flange Isolation Kits & Monolithic Joints
Quiz-3
Holding it Up & In Place: Mastering Pipe Supports, Racks & Restraints
Common Resting Supports: Pipe Shoes, Saddles, Clamps & U-Bolts Explained
Preview
More Resting Supports: Wear Pads (Cardel), Trunnions (Dummy Legs) & Special Pipe Supports (SPS)
Flexible Support for Movement: Spring Supports (Constant/Variable) & Hangers
Controlling Pipe Movement: Pipe Guides, Limit Stops & Anchors
Piping Highways: Understanding Pipe Racks (Main/Unit, Steel/Concrete) vs. Pipe Tracks (Sleepers)
How Far Apart? Determining Optimal Pipe Support Spans & Key Factors
The Right Stuff: Material Selection for Piping Systems
Choosing Wisely: Key Criteria for Piping Material Selection (Fluid, Temp, Pressure, Cost)
Quality Steel Starts Here: Understanding "Killed Steel" vs. Semi-Killed/Rimmed
Preview
The Workhorse: Ferrous Metals - Cast Iron, Cast Steel & Carbon Steel (Low/Medium/High)
Enhanced Performance: Alloy Steel Materials (Low/High Alloy) & Key Elements
Role of Alloying Elements in Steel
Corrosion Fighters: Stainless Steel Deep Dive (Austenitic, Ferritic, Martensitic, PH, Duplex/Super Duplex)
Beyond Steel: Non-Ferrous Metals (Cu, Ni, Al, Ti, Zr Alloys) & Applications
Plastics & More: Non-Metallic Piping Materials (PVC, CPVC, HDPE, GRE/GRP)
Combining Strengths: Lined (Mechanical Bond) & Clad (Metallurgical Bond) Piping Materials
Protective Layers: Understanding Coated Pipes (FBE, 3LPE/3LPP, CWC, Internal Coatings)
Quiz-4
Decoding the Specs (ASTM/ASME): Common Materials for Specific Piping Components
Material Grades Explained: Decoding ASTM & ASME Designations (e.g., A312 vs SA312)
Preview
Common Pipe Materials: Key ASTM Grades for Carbon, Alloy & Stainless Steel Pipes (A53, A106, A333, A335, A312)
Materials for Wrought Fittings: Matching Pipe Grades (A234, A420, A403)
Materials for Forged Components: Flanges, Fittings & Olets (A105, A350, A182)
Sealing Solutions: Common Materials for Gaskets (Non-Metallic, Metallic, Composite)
Fastener Materials: Common ASTM Grades for Studs, Bolts & Nuts (A193, A194) & Coatings
Quiz-5
From Raw Material to Component: How Piping Parts Are Made
Making Seamless Pipes Pt 1: The Plug Rolling Mill Method
Making Seamless Pipes Pt 2: Mandrel Mill, Extrusion & Forging Methods
Making Welded Pipes Pt 1: ERW, EFW & HFW Processes (Forming & Welding)
Making Welded Pipes Pt 2: Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) - Straight & Spiral Seam
Shaping Flow: How Elbows Are Manufactured (Mandrel, Extrusion, UO, Hot Forming)
Preview
Creating Branches: How Tees Are Manufactured (Hydraulic Bulge, Hot Extrusion, Fabrication)
More Fittings: How Reducers, Caps & Stub Ends Are Made (Outer Die, Deep Drawing, Flaring)
Strength & Shape: How Forged Fittings, Flanges & Olets Are Made (Closed-Die Forging, Ring Rolling)
Creating Seals: How Gaskets Are Manufactured
Nuts & Bolts: How Bolting Materials Are Manufactured
Quiz-6
Optimizing Properties: Heat Treatment Essentials for Piping Components
Why & When: Understanding Heat Treatment Requirements & Exemptions for Piping Components
Key Heat Treatment Methods: Annealing, Normalizing, Quenching, Tempering & Solution Annealing (for SS)
Quiz-7
Ensuring Quality & Integrity: Non-Destructive & Destructive Testing
Inspecting Without Damage: Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Methods (PT, MT, UT, RT, ET, PMI, Hardness)
Testing to Confirm Properties: Destructive Testing (DT) Methods (Tensile, Bend, Impact)
Inside the Metal: Metallurgical Testing (Chemical/Macro Analysis) & Special Corrosion Tests (IGC, HIC, SSC)
Pressure Proof: Understanding Hydrostatic Testing & Component Proof Testing
The Final Check: Learning Visual & Dimensional Inspection
The First Look: Mastering Visual Inspection Techniques & ITPs (Imperfections vs. Defects)
Preview
Measuring Up Pt 1: Dimensional Inspection of Pipes & Wrought Fittings (ASME B36.10M, B16.9)
Measuring Up Pt 2: Dimensional Inspection of Flanges (ASME B16.5) & Olets (MSS-SP-97)
Measuring Up Pt 3: Dimensional Inspection of Gaskets & Bolting (ASME B16.20)
Marking of Piping Components
Decoding Markings Pt 1: Pipes & Fittings Identification (Manufacturer, Material, Size, Heat No.)
Decoding Markings Pt 2: Flanges & Olets Identification (Pressure Rating, Schedule)
Decoding Markings Pt 3: Gaskets (Incl. Color Codes for Spiral Wound) & Bolting (Grade Symbols)
Quiz-8
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