Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

1. Designing according to the ASME BPVC VIII-1 code

After this course, you...

• Have a good overview of the structure and applicability of the AMSE VIII-1 code,

• Understand the design rules for most standard components and know the design basis for these rules,

• Have performed multiple tutorials to reinforce how to apply the rules,

• Are able to identify the limits of the code rules.

2. Introduction to PV Elite & CodeCalc

This course introduces PV Elite and CodeCalc software, covering essential features and functionalities. Learn to navigate PV Elite's interface, create pressure vessels, and explore CodeCalc’s tools. Master the Configuration Editor for unit and material management, with practical exercises on custom unit files and materials. Perfect for professionals aiming to efficiently use these tools for pressure vessel design and analysis.

3. Pressure Vessel Analysis in PV Elite

This course focuses on pressure vessel analysis using PV Elite. Learn general vessel design and analysis techniques, and apply your skills through exercises on vertical and horizontal vessels with ASME VIII div 1 and PD 5500 codes. Also, practice converting vessels between different codes. Ideal for engineers seeking practical experience in pressure vessel design and compliance.

4. Nozzle Analysis Options in PV Elite

Master nozzle analysis in PV Elite and CodeCalc with this course. Learn area replacement rules, apply WRC guidelines, and design nozzles using CodeCalc and PV Elite. Engage in practical exercises, including evaluating external loads and analyzing nozzle pairs. Ideal for engineers aiming to enhance their expertise in nozzle design and assessment for pressure vessels.

5. Introduction to FEA

This course introduces Finite Element Analysis (FEA), explaining its purpose, functionality, and application in solving complex problems. It covers problem definition, critical aspects of FEA, and the importance of a consistent unit system, concluding with a summary of key points for effective FEA implementation.

6. NozzlePRO Essentials

After this course, you...

• are familiar with the NozzlePRO Interface & its modules,

• know how to work with shell type FEA models,

• understand the Options Menu & Boundary Conditions,

• can correctly set nozzle loads,

• know how to visually verify model settings & mesh,

• can post• process your results,

• understand Stress Categorization as per ASME BPVC VIII• 2,

• understand the associated Compliance Checks,

• know how to model piping actions and calculate SIFs,

• can calculate nozzle flexibilities and use them for pipe stress analysis.

7. Crevice Corrosion

After this course, you...

• have an awareness of the main forms of corrosion found within the refining, chemical and power generation industries.

• understand the basic principles of corrosion science for these damage mechanisms.

• have an appreciation of the process systems, design features and operating conditions that are the main drivers of corrosion.

• have learned how various types of corrosion can be diagnosed.

• have seen a wide range of corrosion failure examples from the processing industry.

• have been taken through a selection of process safety cases illustrating corrosion failures, and have gained an appreciation of the lessons learned.

• understand the mitigation options available to avoid these corrosion issues.

8. Pitting & Localised Corrosion

After this course, you...

• have an awareness of the main forms of corrosion found within the refining, chemical and power generation industries.

• understand the basic principles of corrosion science for these damage mechanisms.

• have an appreciation of the process systems, design features and operating conditions that are the main drivers of corrosion.

• have learned how various types of corrosion can be diagnosed.

• have seen a wide range of corrosion failure examples from the processing industry.

• have been taken through a selection of process safety cases illustrating corrosion failures, and have gained an appreciation of the lessons learned.

• understand the mitigation options available to avoid these corrosion issues.

9. Intergranular Corrosion (IGC)

After this course, you...

• have an awareness of the main forms of corrosion found within the refining, chemical and power generation industries.

• understand the basic principles of corrosion science for these damage mechanisms.

• have an appreciation of the process systems, design features and operating conditions that are the main drivers of corrosion.

• have learned how various types of corrosion can be diagnosed.

• have seen a wide range of corrosion failure examples from the processing industry.

• have been taken through a selection of process safety cases illustrating corrosion failures, and have gained an appreciation of the lessons learned.

• understand the mitigation options available to avoid these corrosion issues.

10. Selective Leaching

After this course, you...

• have an awareness of the main forms of corrosion found within the refining, chemical and power generation industries.

• understand the basic principles of corrosion science for these damage mechanisms.

• have an appreciation of the process systems, design features and operating conditions that are the main drivers of corrosion.

• have learned how various types of corrosion can be diagnosed.

• have seen a wide range of corrosion failure examples from the processing industry.

• have been taken through a selection of process safety cases illustrating corrosion failures, and have gained an appreciation of the lessons learned.

• understand the mitigation options available to avoid these corrosion issues.

11. Plate Heat Exchanger Fundamentals

After this course, you will understand...

• All of a plate heat exchanger's components.

• How plate heat exchangers work.

• Different plate heat exchanger designs.

• How to vary the cooling capacity of a plate heat exchanger.

• Tips and tricks when assembling and disassembling a plate heat exchanger.

• Maintenance tasks associated with a plate heat exchanger.

• Advantages and disadvantages associated with a plate heat exchanger.

And much more!