API 653 ICP Above Ground Storage Tank Inspector

The API 653 Above ground Storage Tank Inspector must have a broad knowledge base relating to tank inspection and repair of above ground storage tanks, and will satisfy the minimum qualifications specified in API Standard 653, Tank Inspection, Repair, Alteration, and Reconstruction.

This certification program benefits employers and the industry as a whole by helping to:

Improve management control of repair, reconstruction and maintenance
Reduce the potential for inspection delays
Provide a continued high level of safety through the use of highly specialized and experienced inspectors

For further information see our FAQ page.

(Classroom component can be taken at course location or streamed over Zoom)

Course	Online Start	Classroom Training Start	Classroom Training End	Location	Price	Course Availability
API 653 ICP Above Ground Storage Tank Inspector	24-07-2022	24-10-2022	28-10-2022	Perth, WA - Four Points Sheraton	$3500 GST free	Places Available Book Now

Body of Knowledge

Corrosion rates and inspection intervals
Joint efficiencies
Static head calculations
Establishing weld sizes for shell and roof opening
In-service repairs relating to 653
Calculate maximum allowable working pressure
Pressure testing procedures and calculations
Settlement evaluation
Welding procedure qualification and procedure review
ASME V Non Destructive Testing procedures
Impact testing requirements
Calculation of minimum thickness for internal pressure including bottom plates
Damage Mechanisms as per API 571 (653 selection only)
General rules for welding and examination in an API and ASME context.

DURATION : 3 MONTHS SELF DIRECTED ONLINE TRAINING FOLLOWED BY 5 DAYS CLASSROOM WITH SUBSEQUENT ACCESS TO 3 DAYS WORTH OF ONLINE MOCK EXAMS

The course provides participants with the knowledge necessary to pass the exam and includes:

Successfully pass the API 653 storage tank Inspector certification exam
Effectively use major codes: API 650 and ASME B&PV Sections V & IX
Perform all tank calculations needed for API exam
Use API’s codes during inspection, repairs, and alterations of tanks
Review welding procedures (WPS/PQR) and welder performance

The course cost includes all training, training materials, tea/coffee and lunch during the classroom component. The 3 months of online training is self directed through our online portal, expect to be spending around 8 hours per week working through the content.

Enrolling and paying for the examination is in addition to this course and is the student’s responsibility, as is obtaining the required codes per the published API Effectivity List

To check eligibility, verify examination dates and enroll for the exam, see http://www.api.org/products-and-services/individual-certification-programs

API 653 ICP Above Ground Storage Tank Inspector

(Classroom component can be taken at course location or streamed over Zoom)

Body of Knowledge

DURATION : 3 MONTHS SELF DIRECTED ONLINE TRAINING FOLLOWED BY 5 DAYS CLASSROOM WITH SUBSEQUENT ACCESS TO 3 DAYS WORTH OF ONLINE MOCK EXAMS

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