COURSE OVERVIEW:

The meaning of practical pipeline integrity assessment refers to the hands-on application of inspection data and engineering formulas to real-world pipeline scenarios. This course is designed to bridge the gap between high-level theory and the actual tasks performed by integrity personnel in the field and office. It focuses on the "how-to" of anomaly assessment, from the moment a defect is identified on an inspection report to the final application of a repair sleeve. By focusing on practical workflows, participants will gain the confidence to manage daily integrity threats effectively.

The scope of this training includes the direct application of assessment standards like ASME B31G, Modified B31G, and RSTRENG. Unlike purely theoretical courses, this program emphasizes the use of field tools, data templates, and decision-making matrices used by major operators. Participants will engage in exercises involving the interpretation of ILI data sheets, the preparation of excavation plans, and the selection of NDT methods for in-the-ditch verification. It also covers the practicalities of managing third-party contractors and ensuring safety during high-pressure pipeline interventions.

The coverage of the course spans ten modules that follow the typical lifecycle of an integrity project. Key areas include the practical math of corrosion sizing, the field identification of SCC, and the logistics of pipeline pressure testing (hydrotesting). Significant time is spent on "In-the-Ditch" activities, teaching participants how to properly document field findings to validate ILI results. The course also addresses the practical side of regulatory compliance, showing how to organize data for audits and how to maintain a "living" integrity management system.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

• Perform rapid field assessments of corrosion using manual and digital tools.
• Translate ILI report findings into actionable field excavation (dig) plans.
• Calculate Safe Operating Pressure (SOP) for various pipeline defects.
• Identify different types of mechanical damage and cracks in the field.
• Utilize the RSTRENG software/spreadsheets for metal loss analysis.
• Conduct "In-the-Ditch" NDT verification and data recording.
• Select the most appropriate repair method for a given field condition.
• Prepare a comprehensive "Dig Sheet" for maintenance crews.
• Understand the practical limitations of hydrotesting as an integrity tool.
• Manage the quality and safety of in-service welding and hot tapping.
• Organize integrity data to support annual regulatory reporting.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of past repairs and mitigation efforts.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Field Inspectors, Integrity Coordinators, Pipeline Maintenance Supervisors, Asset Reliability Technicians, and Junior Integrity Engineers.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.