Identification of Existing
Materials, is an
online course designed to provide an
outline of the "R" Certificate Holder's responsibilites and the Inspector's
involvement for verifying identification of existing materials and those action
necessary for unknown materials.
Learning
Outcomes
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Identify NBIC requirements for existing and unidentified
materials.
Describe the reasons for identifying materials.
Verify the identification of existing materials.
Identify actions to be taken for unknown material.
Identify chemical and hardness requirements.
Identify other types of considerations when dealing with
unidentified material.
Recognize the difference between repairs and alterations
as it relates to unknown materials.
Reference Materials
Although not required,
each student may find
it helpful to have the following materials (currently mandated edition):
National Board Inspection
Code, Part 2,Inspection
National Board Inspection Code,Part 3,Repairs and Alterations
NB-263, RCI-1, Rules for
Commissioned Inspections
ASME Section
I, Rules for
Construction of Power Boilers
- ASME Section VIII,
Div. 1, Rules for
Construction of Pressure Vessels
Note:
ASME Code and Standards may be ordered through the ASME website
.
Criteria for Successful Completion
As a minimum, for a
National Board Certificate of Completion to be issued, students must: