Overview

PCN Inspection Engineer Level 3 Course

4-days classroom training 

The Level 3 course is an advanced programme designed to provide a comprehensive understanding and deep dive into the principles of asset integrity, risk-based inspection (RBI) methodologies, and the management of change within high-risk industries such as oil, gas, and petrochemicals. This course goes beyond the basics covered in Levels 1 and 2, offering a more detailed exploration of the core fundamentals necessary for maintaining the safety and integrity of mechanical plants and equipment.

The course is specifically tailored for inspectors, engineers, and other professionals responsible for assessing the integrity of pressure boundaries and containment systems. It emphasises the importance of not only relying on inspection tasks but also incorporating a variety of mitigating activities such as protective coatings, corrosion inhibition systems, and robust management of change (MoC) processes to prevent failure. The programme highlights the inevitability of degradation in equipment and the critical role of inspection in ensuring safe operation until the next inspection cycle.

Participants will learn to apply RBI methodologies for calculating corrosion rates and identifying potential issues, with an emphasis on the accuracy of data input to avoid unexpected problems. The course underscores the complexity of asset integrity in practice, despite its theoretical simplicity, and stresses the continuous advancements in technology and safety within the industry.

Moreover, the Level 3 course aims to address two significant aspects of fixed equipment integrity management programs not fully covered in the earlier levels: management of change and creeping change, ageing, and asset life extension. These topics are crucial for understanding how to manage the evolving nature of assets and ensuring their longevity and safety.

This advanced course is ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in asset integrity management, particularly those involved in high-risk industries where the safety and reliability of equipment are paramount. It is suited for individuals who have already acquired foundational knowledge in the field and are looking to deepen their understanding of complex integrity management challenges and solutions.