Course overview
Heat Exchanger Inspection is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Heat Exchanger Inspection. It covers the principles, the requirements of API 510/570/653/579/580/581 and ASME codes, 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 Heat Exchanger Inspection
- Apply the relevant requirements of API 510/570/653/579/580/581 and ASME codes
- 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 inspectors, integrity engineers, QA/QC staff and asset owners, 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 Heat Exchanger Inspection fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat API 510/570/653/579/580/581 and ASME codes 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11–15 Jan 2027 | Tbilisi Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 19–30 Apr 2027 | Vienna Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 26–30 Apr 2027 | Baku Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 10–21 May 2027 | Rome Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 25–29 Oct 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 27–31 Mar 2028 | Geneva Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 29 May – 9 Jun 2028 | Edinburgh Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 24–28 Jul 2028 | Baku Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 14–25 Aug 2028 | Athens Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 18–22 Sep 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 20–24 Aug 2029 | Dubai Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 9–20 Sep 2029 | Algiers Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 16–20 Sep 2029 | Amman Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 30 Sep – 11 Oct 2029 | Muscat Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 26–30 Nov 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 27–31 Jan 2030 | Sharm El Sheikh Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 11–22 Feb 2030 | Edinburgh Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 4–8 Mar 2030 | Accra Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 29 Jul – 9 Aug 2030 | Prague Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 9–13 Sep 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
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