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Certified Piping Inspector (API-570)
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HiQual UK delivers the Certified Piping Inspector (API‑570) program, designed for engineers, inspectors, and QA/QC professionals responsible for the integrity and compliance of in‑service piping systems. The program emphasizes API‑570 requirements, corrosion monitoring, NDE techniques, repair and rerating procedures, and audit‑ready documentation. Participants will gain the competence to inspect, evaluate, and certify piping systems in compliance with API, ASME, and ISO standards.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Certified Piping Inspector (API-570) |
|---|---|
| Total Credits | 60 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 180 |
| Qualification Time | 600 |
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Introduction to API 570 Scope and Definitions Overview of API‑570, applicability, definitions, and inspection scope.
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Piping Components and Configurations Valves, fittings, flanges, supports, and typical piping layouts.
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Materials and Specifications for Piping Systems Metallurgy, material selection, and compliance with ASME/ASTM standards.
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Corrosion Mechanisms & Deterioration in Piping Types of corrosion, degradation mechanisms, and mitigation strategies.
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Non‑Destructive Examination (NDE) Techniques Radiography, ultrasonic testing, magnetic particle, dye penetrant, and advanced NDE methods.
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Piping Inspection Practices and Intervals API‑570 inspection intervals, risk‑based inspection (RBI), and fitness‑for‑service assessments.
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Thickness Measurement & Corrosion Monitoring Ultrasonic thickness gauging, corrosion rate calculations, and monitoring programs.
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Repair, Alteration, & Rerating of Piping Systems API‑570 requirements for repairs, alterations, rerating, and documentation.
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Pressure Testing and Hydrostatic Testing Procedures, safety precautions, and compliance with ASME/API codes.
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Documentation, Records, and Compliance Preparing inspection reports, maintaining records, and ensuring audit‑readiness.
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Builds competence in API‑570 piping inspection and integrity management
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Enhances compliance with API, ASME, and ISO standards
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Strengthens skills in corrosion monitoring, NDE, and repair procedures
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Provides tools for audit‑ready documentation and continual improvement
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in QA/QC, mechanical integrity, and compliance consultancy
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Piping inspectors and QA/QC engineers
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Mechanical engineers in oil & gas, petrochemical, and power sectors
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Compliance officers and integrity management professionals
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Individuals progressing from Level 3 Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (MECA‑313) or equivalent qualifications
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical inspection project + viva
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Format: MCQs, applied case studies, hands‑on inspection project, and oral defense
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Total Questions: 120 theory + 1 practical project + 1 viva
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 6–8 weeks (120–150 hours total)
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Certification: Certified Piping Inspector (API‑570) – CPIP
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