Pipe Stress Analysis according to ASME B31.3 and EN 13480
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7 Modules
Frank Bos, PhD
SPC114
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Course Objective
"To provide a deep understanding of the theory, design codes and methodologies required to perform pipe stress analysis and to enhance the student's engineering judgment."
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About the course
Self-paced
7 modules
24 hrs
English
1-yr Access
SPC114
The course starts with a basic introduction of the physics, concepts and equations relevant for pipe stress analysis. With this foundation the course slowly builds towards performing a basic pipe stress analysis by hand in the context of both the commonly used ASME B31.3 and EN13445 design codes. Note that this course does not teach you how to use pipe stress software, but focuses on understanding the theory behind it and build the required engineering judgement.
This course utilizes videos, animations, exercises, quizzes and more to provide a steep learning curve and progress the participant’s engineering judgment.
After this course you will have a solid understanding of pipe stress engineering and is able to apply them when designing a system.
After the course you maintain 1-year unlimited access to the course. This allows you to perform modules again when you need to refresh the knowledge for your projects.
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Course Program
Module introduction
Basic definitions and relations
Geometric properties of piping
Typical properties of piping
Forces and moments on pipes
Introduction to stress
Pipe stress directions
Hoop stress
Axial stress
Radial stress
External forces and bending moments
Shear stress
Stress/strain theory
Piping codes
Introduction to code stress
Material Codes
Allowable values according to codes
Summary
Module introduction
Basic definitions and relations
Straight pipe
Thin walled vs thick walled
Bends, Reducers and Tees
Flanges
Valves
Nozzles
Summary
Module introduction
Basic definitions and relations
Support types
Stiffness, gaps and friction
Spring supports
Steel structures
Process conditions
Imposed displacements
Occasional loads
Supporting a simple system
Summary
Module introduction
Basic definitions and relations
Load types
Failure mechanisms
Sustained Loads
Occasional loads
Operating Loads
Expansion
Fatigue
Load cases
Summary
Module introduction
Basic definitions and relations
Flexibility analysis
Stress Intensification Factors (SIFs)
Code stress definition
Overview code stress & allowable values
Nozzle check
Flange check
Support check
Displacements
Piping stress software
Summary
Module introduction
Basic definitions and relations
Solution Process
Identification of overstressed locations
Application of more detail in model
Design improvements
Expansion loops
Bellows
Summary
Module introduction
Basic definitions and relations
Reporting a Pipe Stress Analysis
Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Piping
Buried piping systems
Water hammer phenomena
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Results
After this course, you...
Understand the physics and equations behind pipe stress analyses.
Know how to determine material allowable values.
Have a general understanding about supporting and piping equipment.
Know which load cases are relevant for a pipe stress analysis.
Have seen the different failure mechanisms that can occur in piping systems.
Can perform a basic pipe stress analysis based on the EN 13480 and B31.3 by hand.
Have a good overview of what different analyses are required for a complete pipe stress analysis.
Understand the solution strategies to mitigate excessive pipe stresses or loads.
Who should attend this course
Junior pipe stress engineers with 0-3 years experience.
Those using pipe stress software that want to know what is behind the analysis.
Pipe designers that want to increase their analysis capabilities.
Those performing analyses using the EN 13480 and ASME B31.3.
Experienced pipe stress engineers that want to refresh their knowledge.
Prerequisites: Basic understanding of piping systems is beneficial.
Level: Intermediate
Learning by doing
This course utilizes videos, animations, exercises, quizzes and more to provide a steep learning curve and progress the participant’s engineering judgment. A high level of interaction with the content is required by the student making sure the provided knowledge is understood fully. Note that no downloadable manual is available for this course as it is completely provided through our interactive online portal.
You receive 1-year unlimited access to the course. This allows you to perform modules again when you need to refresh knowledge for your work projects.
This course is self-paced and is not subject to specific dates. The course contains 7 modules with a total of 24 hours of content which can be performed at your own pace. A Personal Certificate will be provided to participants if they finish the course within the first month after purchase. This incentive will motivate you to perform the course quickly thereby improving your learning curve.
You receive 1-year unlimited access to all modules. This allows you to perform modules again when you need to refresh knowledge for your work projects.
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Enroll directly using the Add-to-Cart button at the top of this page. Pay by creditcard, PayPal, or bank transfer.
Need your employer to process the payment? Use the link below.
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For In-company training, please contact us.
FAQ
Video lectures and animations,
Calculation exercises (hand calculations),
Interactive slides & quizzes,
Downloadable summary sheets
During this course you will be guided through the learning content using different interactive online formats which are not downloadable, but directly available through your account on EngineeringTrainer.com.
Summary sheets are provided at the end of each module which are available for download.
You receive 1-year unlimited access to the course. This allows you to watch content again if this is beneficial for your work projects.
We encourage participants to submit feedback and questions in the Questions Form of the course. These can form the basis for new videos that are added to the online course on a regular basis.
Participants receive 1-year unlimited access to the course including new videos that are added during this year. Participants receive an email notification upon addition of new course videos.
No software is required for participants of this course.
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Yes, this course qualifies for PDH hours as per the NCEES CPC Guidelines.
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