Course 1

Inline Inspection of Pipelines

Level: Awareness

Dates and Locations:

  • 16-17 March, Kuala Lumpur
  • 23-24 March, Brisbane
  • 15-16 June, Kuala Lumpur
  • 10-11 August, Kuala Lumpur
  • 17-18 August, New Zealand
  • 3-4 November, Bangkok
  • 10-11 November, Jakarta
  • 17-18 November, Singapore

Duration: 2 Days

Presenter: Michael Beller

Course Objectives:
The course provides an awareness of the latest inline inspection technologies and how to select an appropriate tool. It also includes an introduction to the interpretation of inline inspection data, as well as an overview of the available defect assessment methodologies covering the main types of pipeline damage and applicable code/standard guidance.

  • Provide a basic understanding of the principles used by the different inspection technologies.
  • Understand the strengths and limitations of the different inline inspection technologies available.
  • Understand the considerations in technology selection.

Who should attend?

  • Personnel new to the industry/topic, or those who want to refresh their knowledge in this specific area.
  • Attendees are expected to be aware of basic engineering principles, pipeline operation, and pipeline integrity management.

Course 2

Pipeline Defect Assessment

Level: Foundation

Dates and Locations:

  • 18-19 March, Kuala Lumpur
  • 25-26 March, Brisbane

Duration: 2 Days

Presenter: Michael Palmer, Adrian Lim, Joe Short and Phil Hopkins (Partner)

Course Objectives:
This course will give the student an overview of the wide range of defects present in pipelines and the methodologies used to assess them.

  • Provide an overview of the importance of pipeline defect assessment.
  • Describe how pipelines fail and how defects are classified and detected.
  • Provide the basic principles of defect assessment.
  • Introduce the relevant codes and standards.
  • Provide experience and practice in applying the common assessment methods.
  • Identify the inputs required for conducting the various assessments.
  • Discuss the relative merits of the different methodologies.
  • Cover the basic calculations associated with the assessments.

Who should attend?

  • Personnel new to the industry/topic, or those who want to refresh their knowledge in this specific area. Attendees are expected to be aware of basic engineering principles, pipeline operation and pipeline integrity management.
  • Technical engineers, project managers and other managerial staff with responsibility for ensuring safe operation of pipelines.

Course 3

Pipeline Integrity Management Systems (PIMS

Level: Foundation

Dates and Locations:

  • 12-14 August, Kuala Lumpur
  • 19-21 August, New Zealand

Duration: 3 Days

Presenter: Clive Ward

Course Objectives:
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the integrity management of onshore pipelines, and pipeline integrity management systems (PIMS). The content to be covered in this course is aligned with a framework based on international standards ASME B31.8S, API 1160, AS2885, CSAZ662 and EN16348.

  • Provide a definition of what a Pipeline Integrity Management Systems is.
  • Introduce a framework for Pipeline Integrity Management.
  • Introduce the concept of safety management and identify the relationship between corporate safety management and technical integrity management.
  • Provide guidance on the applicability of content contained with pipeline integrity management codes, standards and regulations.
  • Cover the process that governs technical risk assessment and repair strategies.

Who should attend?

  • Managers, senior engineers and senior technical staff responsible for developing or implementing integrity management programs for onshore pipelines carrying high-pressure gas.
  • Those who are looking to learn about the key elements of PIMS, best practice approaches and options.

Course 4

Introduction to Corrosion in Pipelines

Level: Foundation

Date and Location:

  • 17-18 June, Kuala Lumpur

Duration: 2 Days

Presenters: Ian Laing and Joe Soltis

Course Objectives:
This training will provide an introduction to the principles of corrosion, as well as an overview of selected internal and external corrosion mechanisms and their control in the oil and gas industry.

  • Identify and explain the key internal and external corrosion mechanisms.
  • Discuss best practices in corrosion management through operational control.
  • Show using case studies, the best practice in corrosion management.

Who should attend?

  • Personnel new to the industry/topic, or those who want to refresh their knowledge in this specific area.
  • Attendees are expected to be aware of basic engineering principals, pipeline operation and corrosion mechanisms.
  • This training will provide an introduction to the principles of corrosion, as well as an overview of selected internal and external corrosion mechanisms and their control in the oil and gas industry.