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AI Class May 1- May 12, 2023

Date: Monday, May 1, 2023 to Friday, May 12, 2023
Venue:   Columbus, OH United States  Get Directions
Tuition: $3,200.00
Seats Available: 18

The Authorized Inspector Commission Course introduces design, material quality control, and manufacturing process requirements as described in ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Sections I and IV for boilers and Section VIII, Division 1 for pressure vessels. This course exposes students to nondestructive examination, welding, and quality system requirements, and is essential for individuals seeking to perform inspections during construction of boilers and pressure vessels constructed to ASME Code.

Completion of this course is one of the requirements for receiving the National Board Authorized Inspector AI Commission; completion is also one of the requirements for receiving the National Board ASME Construction Pressure Equipment Inspector PEI.
 

Related Documents:   NB-263, RCI-1, Rules for Commissioned Inspectors; NB-483, The National Board Pressure Equipment Inspector Program

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe the role of the Authorized Inspector
  • Evaluate Quality Control programs
  • Use design calculations from ASME Code
  • Evaluate impact testing results
  • Recognize material requirements
  • Recognize manufacturer process development and controls
  • Interpret welding requirements
  • Evaluate nondestructive examination (NDE) methods
  • Assess pressure relief devices
  • Perform inspections and tests
  • Explain markings and data reports
Related Document:  In-Person Class Agenda ;  Remote Delivery Class Agenda

Course Pre-Work

Included with the tuition for this course are two online courses: ASME Code Reading Primer and Basic Mathematics: Operations and Formulas. Included in the confirmation email sent to students six weeks prior to the start of class, students will be provided access to this online training. Completing this training prior to the start of class is highly recommended since it is not covered in the classroom.

Final Examination

For students electing to take the 85-question final examination, a minimum of 60 (70%) questions must be answered correctly in order to pass the examination.

Related Document: Candidate Handbook

Course Reference Materials

Each student is required to bring the following materials (currently mandated edition) to class:
  • ASME Section I, Rules for Construction of Power Boilers
  • ASME Section IV, Rules for Construction of Heating Boilers
  • ASME Section V, Nondestructive Examination
  • ASME Section VIII, Div. 1, Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels
  • ASME Section IX, Welding and Brazing Qualfications
  • ASME Standard B31.1, Power Piping
  • ASME Standard QAI-1, Qualifications for Authorized Inspection
  • National Board NB-263, RCI-1, Rules for Commissioned Inspectors (provided by National Board)
Note: ASME Codes and Standards may be ordered through the ASME Web site.

Related Document:  Body of Knowledge

Criteria for Completion

To receive a Certificate of Completion with IACET CEUs, students must:
  • complete all assigned online pre-work,
  • be in attendance* every day,
  • actively participate in classroom activities and discussions, and
  • complete homework assignments and quizzes.

*Attendance is required to be eligible to sit for the final exam. Students missing more than 10% of class will be required to make up the sessions missed.