ASME/API Boilers and Fired Pressure Equipment Operation and Maintenance (Virtual Classroom)

Module 1: Introduction

• Describe the relationship between safety authorities, jurisdiction and codes and standards for boilers and fired pressure equipment
• Distinguish the differences between a code and standard, guidelines and recommended practice in the operation and maintenance of boiler and fired pressure equipment
• Understand the importance of how ASME BPV and NBIC came into existence
• Summarize the purpose of the ASME B&PV, NBIC, API and OSHA for boilers and fired pressure equipment
• Explain the application of the different codes and standards

Module 2: Boiler and Fired Pressure Equipment Classification

• Explain the design, construction and materials of boilers (fired and unfired) and fired pressure vessels
• Summarize the construction standards and how each defines its scope 
• Identify boiling principles 
• Illustrate the different boiler and fired heater and pressure vessel designs

Module 3: Auxiliary Systems 

• Systems, stream & vapor systems, feed water & liquid systems) in terms of descriptions, types and functionalities of the systems
• Differentiate between appurtenances and accessories and the importance of these items 
• Provide examples of where appurtenances and accessories are located in the systems 
• Distinguish between different types of fired pressure equipment, heaters and/or systems 
• Demonstrate types of boiler accessories and functionalities based upon each type

Module 4: Combustion Systems

• Distinguish between complete combustion, incomplete combustion and perfect combustion
• Provide information about the combustion process. 
• Recognize the combustion process and how the chemical combines and reacts towards heat, oxygen, and fuel. 
• Distinguish between the philosophy of the different burners and environmental equipment 
• Identify different fuel types and fuel handling equipment

Module 5: Control and Safety Equipment

• Evaluate the various types of boiler control loops and the necessary functions that improve performance and safety 
• Discuss situations or scenarios where basic boiler safety controls are applied 
• Identify the time frames and steps to perform periodic testing of boiler and fired pressure equipment 
• Provide examples of how the various boiler control applications operate

Module 6: Water Treatment

• Discuss the significance of water treatment for safety and operations of boiler and fired pressure equipment 
• List the criteria to determine the type of water treatment factors 
• Explain the problems that arise from the water treatment process
• Provide examples of tests that analyze the condition of boiler water 
• Apply industry guidelines and recommendation for water quality according to the types of boilers.

Module 7: Operations

• Differences in Design Fundamentals of Section I, IV, VIII Fired/Unfired Pressure Equipment
• Maximum Allowable Working Pressure (MAWP) Calculations
• Materials
• Fabrication Methods
• Heat Treatment
• Inspection/Examination
• Boiler Piping (BEP, NBEP)
• Over Pressure Protection (Steaming/Heating Capacities)
• Hydrostatic Testing
• Certification/Stamping

Module 7A: Workshop

Module 8: Maintenance

• Identify key competency skills of operating personnel
• List the duties of operator and engineer to be able to prevent a plant shutdown or even explosion 
• Explain how Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) are developed and implemented
• Provide information of the importance of monitoring and checklists
• Recognize how to troubleshoot various operations problems and solutions for them

Module 9: Causes of Failures 

• Explain the importance of maintenance for boiler and fired pressure equipment 
• List the maintenance activities for both on-line and off-line operations 
• Elaborate on the specific methods for regular maintenance 
• Assess the importance of previous failures for safety of boilers and fired pressure equipment

Module 10 – Causes of Boiler Failures

• Provide examples of boiler failure incidents and their impacts 
• Explain how to identify various types of boiler failures 
• Evaluate the causes of boiler failures and preventative measures in the maintenance, operations and safety of boiler and fired pressure equipment