Course overview
Compressed Air Systems is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Compressed Air Systems. It covers the principles, the requirements of API 610/617/618, ASME and ISO standards, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Compressed Air Systems
- Apply the relevant requirements of API 610/617/618, ASME and ISO standards
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for mechanical engineers, technicians, supervisors and maintenance staff, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Compressed Air Systems fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat API 610/617/618, ASME and ISO standards require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20–24 Jun 2027 | Cairo Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 12–23 Jul 2027 | Tbilisi Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 3–7 Oct 2027 | Alexandria Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 25 Oct – 5 Nov 2027 | Copenhagen Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 1–5 Nov 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 16–20 Jan 2028 | Erbil Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 21 Feb – 3 Mar 2028 | Lagos Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 30 Apr – 4 May 2028 | Algiers Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 13–24 Aug 2028 | Manama Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 13–17 Nov 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 26 Feb – 2 Mar 2029 | Munich Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 11–22 Mar 2029 | Muscat Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 18–22 Mar 2029 | Al Khobar Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 20–31 Aug 2029 | Kigali Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 3–7 Dec 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 18–22 Feb 2030 | Manchester Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 11–22 Mar 2030 | Frankfurt Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 29 Apr – 3 May 2030 | Milan Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 1–12 Jul 2030 | Lisbon Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 12–16 Aug 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
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