An ASME Training Course
ASME BPV Code, Section VIII,
Division 1 Design & Fabrication of Pressure Vessels
Proper Manufacturing and Inspection Procedures
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 17 - 21 Nov 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 30 Mar - 03 Apr 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 06 - 10 Jul 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 16 - 20 Nov 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Online
| 17 - 21 Nov 2025 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 10 - 14 Aug 2026 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 16 - 20 Nov 2026 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
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Why Choose this Training Course?
ASME BPV Code, Section VIII, Division 1 deals with requirements applicable to the design, fabrication, inspection and testing of pressure vessels operating internally or externally. This pressure may be obtained from an external source, or by the application of the heat from a direct of indirect source, or any combination thereof. Specific requirements apply to several classes of material used in pressure vessel construction, and also to fabrication methods such as welding, forging and brazing.
Based on the rules for pressure vessel design and construction, this training course is a comprehensive introduction to the requirements of Section VIII, Division 1 including background, organisation, design, materials, fabrication, inspection, testing and documentation of pressure vessels. The more commonly used subsections and paragraphs will be covered, and a discussion of individual problems or situations will be included.
This training course covers the rules of the ASME BPV Code Section VIII, Division 1. Apart from design aspects, this training course also covers the rules of materials, fabrication, examination, inspection, testing, pressure relieve and documentation. Upon completion of the training course, the participants will be able to interpret the ASME BPV Code Section VIII, Division 1, and use it effectively for design, material selectin, fabrication, examination, inspection and testing of pressure vessels.
Delegates attending ASME BPV Code, Section VIII, Division 1: Design & Fabrication of Pressure Vessels training course will develop the following competencies:
- Understand the background of the Code rules
- Apply the Code rules to more common design and fabrication situations
- Perform calculations for loadings and situations not addressed by the Code
- Prepare design specifications, design/data reports, and other documentation
What are the Goals?
Participants of ASME BPV Code, Section VIII, Division 1: Design & Fabrication of Pressure Vessels training course will:
- Understand all the requirements of pressure vessel component design based on ASME BPV Code, Section VIII, Division 1, 2022 edition
- Focus on performing calculations autonomously to determine the minimum wall thicknesses of all the main components of pressure vessels based on pressure and design temperature
Who is this Training Course for?
This ASME BPV Code, Section VIII, Division 1: Design & Fabrication of Pressure Vessels training course is primarily intended for beginners involved with the purchase, design, fabrication or inspection of pressure vessels. Experienced vessel designers, who would like to update their knowledge of the Code, will also benefit.
Though some technical background will be helpful, attendees are not required to have an Engineering degree or previous work experience in the subject.
How will this Training Course be Presented?
ASME BPV Code, Section VIII, Division 1: Design & Fabrication of Pressure Vessels training course will combine presentations with Instructor-guided interactive discussions between participants relating to their individual interests. Practical exercises, video material and case studies aiming at stimulating these discussions and providing maximum benefit to the participants will support the formal presentation sessions. Above all, the instructor will make extensive use of case examples of issues in which he has been personally involved.
Daily Agenda
Day One: Introduction to Metallurgy and Material Properties
- Introduction to Iron- Iron carbide Equilibrium diagram. (Fe-Fe3C Diagram)
- Engineering material properties (Tensile strength UTS, Ductility, Toughness, Hardness, Creep resistance & Weldability)
- Introduction to Destructive testing of materials (DT) - Tension test, Hardness test, Impact test and Bend test.
- Introduction to conventional NDE (Non-destructive examination)
- Merits and demerits of each conventional NDE Technique.
Day Two: Basics of ASME VIII-1
- History of ASME BPV Codes
- Structure of ASME BPVC Section VIII div-1
- Thin cylinder stress derivations
- ASME BPVC Section VIII div-1 -scope and limitations (U.1).
- MOC mill Tolerances
- Allowable stress values according to ASME II Part D
Day Three: Design Thickness Calculation for Cylinder and Formed Heads
- Using ASME Section II Part D to obtain allowable stress (S)
- Weld joints types and Categories of Joints (UW-12)
- Types of loadings on pressure vessel (UG-22)
- Liquid Static head calculations, manual problem Solving
- Thickness calculations for different components (UG 27 & UG-32)
- Joint efficiency criteria
- Solved examples
Day Four: Welding, PWHT, Impact Toughness & NDE Procedures
- Special welding requirements (UW)
- Welding tolerances. (Visual)
- PWHT exemption requirements in ASME codes
- Procedures and methods for PWHT
- Impact test code exemption curves
- Impact test acceptance criteria
- Types of Radiography
- NDE Methods –acceptance criteria
Day Five: Pressure Testing Requirements and MARKING/Reporting Requirements
- Hydrostatic test procedure and code requirements
- Pneumatic test procedure and code requirements
- Understanding pressurization stages, Test temperatures, Test Time
- Marking requirements
- ASME VIII-1 Forms and certification (U-Forms)
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