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Becht employs several hundred senior specialists, serving the process and energy industries. Many of Becht’s specialists are also experienced instructors, with countless years of experience in mentoring and teaching other professionals.
Becht’s specialists teach a variety of technical courses around the world and are industry experts, who have spent their careers in pace setting owner-operator organizations. Our trainings ensure your team’s skills and knowledge stay sharp
PUBLIC TRAINING
Becht also presents courses that are open to the public periodically throughout the year. Upcoming training courses are shown in the Training Schedule below. Follow the links to view course information. Or, to register and pay online, click the button below. We hope you will make plans to attend one of these noteworthy courses!
“The course was a great overview of API 579 / ASME FFS-1 and FFS-2. George talked through the level 1 and 2 assessment and examples for each Part (1 through 14) of API 579, and include additional FFS assessments for “Waterhammer” and “Flow-Induced Vibrations” (in draft to be Part 16). George is a wealth of knowledge. Because of his involvement with piping code updates and reviews, he was able to give us insight into the creation of these codes and upcoming additions.” Systems Integrity Engineer Alyeska Pipeline Service Company
“The quality of the course surpassed my expectations in every way. The trainer’s experience and teaching method really helped to understand better the different complex notions covered by the ASME Section VIII Division 2 Part 5 code is a much better and more effective manner rather than simply learning it on my own. The course also raised several very good points regarding the general practice of FEA that I will apply to my practice outside the scope of the pressure vessels.” Project Engineer Lx Sim Inc.
“This course was very well organized and taught perfectly. Questions were always encouraged and answered and Trevor was very experienced on the subject matter, which always makes teaching a course much better for the students! Thank you again!” Project Engineer Armstrong Engineering Associates Inc.
“The training was very good. Good overview of entire 579 code and feel confident I can support my company. Great training class for engineers and inspectors. Would recommend this class highly.” PCE/Maintenance Engineer ANGUS Chemical Company
“Ranjan, best instructor by all standards. Very open and admits shortfalls. Very in-depth knowledge of subject matter backed with real life and practical examples.” Integrity Engineer, Engineering (Accra Office) MODEC Production Services Ghana
Due to the evolving Covid-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic, Becht will continue to monitor the situation very closely, and operate in accordance with all government health and safety advice. As of today, Becht will deliver all courses online using GoToTraining. We continue to review the situation if circumstances allow in-person attendance. Please keep an eye on our website for the latest updates.
Register 30 days before the first training date and receive 10% off with the Early Bird discount, automatically applied at the time of registration. Group rate discounts are also available. Email Training@becht.com for more details.
Description: This course focusses on practical experiences with particular damage mechanisms relevant to the major units of an operating refinery. The course is taught by a refining industry Subject Matter Expert as well as a former Chief Inspector with over 40 years of industry experience.
To provide maximum flexibility for all participants, the sessions presented will be pre-recorded. There will be a live instructor Q+A session at least once per day
Time: Training will be offered at 3 regional time zone sessions: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Central Time) UTC -6 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Central European Time) UTC +1 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Singapore Standard Time) UTC+8
Description: This course provides a background on fundamental causes of piping vibration and how to identify sources of vibration, rules of thumb and simplified methods for evaluating vibration severity, and methods of treatment.
Description: This course provides theory and practical application of API-579/ASME FFS-1 methods for assessing the acceptability of equipment with various kinds of flaws. The Fitness-for-Service training provides direction for performing FFS assessments using procedures specifically prepared for pressurized equipment. For the topics covered in the training, example problems will be solved using hand calculations supplemented with BechtFFS software.
Description: This course is a comprehensive introduction to pressure vessel design in accordance with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Div 1. General topics in the course include general design requirements, design requirements related to materials, welded joint design requirements and vessel component design.
Description: This 4-day Implementation of ASME PCC-2 Repair of Pressure Equipment & Piping Through Case Studies training course provides an in-depth review and discussion of the ASME PCC-2 repair methods through workshop exercises and real-life examples including Part 2 Welded Repairs, Part 3 Mechanical Repairs, Part 4 Nonmetallic and Bonded Repairs, and Part 5 Examination and Testing. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the scope, organization, and intent of ASME PCC-2 repair methods and their applications in the field.
Description: An essential course for engineers and inspection and maintenance personnel involved in the design, purchasing, fabrication, repair, alteration, reconstruction, or maintenance of new atmospheric and low‐pressure steel tanks to meet API Code requirements.
Description: Engineering’s Design‐By‐Analysis course will introduce participants to the Design‐By‐ Analysis portion of the ASME code Section VIII, Division 2, Part 5. Based on the rules and guidance provided in Part 5, this course is a comprehensive introduction to the requirements of performing Design‐By‐ Analysis to the ASME Code. This course provides detailed instruction on performing finite element analysis in compliance with the Code. Example problems are presented and discussed for many of the common rules. This course is intended for engineers who are familiar with pressure vessel and piping design, and need additional guidance on applying Design‐ By‐Analysis concepts. Experience with finite element analysis is not required, but an understanding of the fundamentals would be an asset.
Description: The Fitness-for-Service of Degraded and Damaged Tanks, Vessels, and Piping Systems in Accordance with API 579-1/ASME FFS-1, and Repair Options in Accordance with ASME PCC-2 course will cover perform fitness-for-service (FFS) assessment of aged and/or damaged tanks, Vessels and piping systems, in accordance with API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 – using case studies. Make run-or-repair decisions, in accordance with API 579-1/ASME FFS-1. Understand the technical and historical bases of the API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 methods and criteria Repair Options (ASME PCC-2, API-653, NBIC NB-23): If repair is necessary, select the repair, in accordance with ASME PCC-2 and compare to other repair standards (API and NBIC).
Description: This course focusses on practical experiences with particular damage mechanisms relevant to the major units of an operating refinery. The course is taught by a refining industry Subject Matter Expert as well as a former Chief Inspector with over 40 years of industry experience.
To provide maximum flexibility for all participants, the sessions presented will be pre-recorded. There will be a live instructor Q+A session at least once per day
Time: Training will be offered at 3 regional time zone sessions: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Central Time) UTC -6 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Central European Time) UTC +1 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Singapore Standard Time) UTC+8
Description: This course discusses the mechanical design requirements of shell-and-tube heat exchangers for process plant applications based on ASME Code, TEMA, and API-660 requirements. It also highlights the primary features of air-cooled, double-pipe, and plate-and-frame exchangers. Upon completion of this applications-oriented course, participants will be able to evaluate the mechanical design of shell-and-tube heat exchangers and have an overall understanding of typical heat exchanger maintenance requirements.
Description: This course provides theory and practical application of API-579/ASME FFS-1 methods for assessing the acceptability of equipment with various kinds of flaws. The Fitness-for-Service training provides direction for performing FFS assessments using procedures specifically prepared for pressurized equipment. For the topics covered in the training, example problems will be solved using hand calculations supplemented with BechtFFS software.
Description: This course will review the basic requirements of the ASME B31 Code for Pressure Piping with emphasis on B31.3, Process Piping. General topics in the course include Code organization and intent, pressure design, design for sustained loads including support design, flexibility analysis, equipment loads, flanges, expansion joints, supports and restraints, materials, fabrication, examination, testing, and, for existing piping systems, mechanical integrity. Applications of these concepts, including simple hand analysis methods and computer-based analysis methods, will be demonstrated. Included will be comparisons between ASME B31.3 and ASME B31.1, Power Piping. Inspection and maintenance (mechanical integrity) of existing piping systems will be covered, as provided in API 570, Piping Inspection Code. Each session will be conducted in a lecture/discussion/problem solving format designed to provide intensive instruction and guidance on understanding Code requirements. The instructors will be available following each day’s session to provide participants with further opportunity for discussion and consideration of specific problems.
Description: Engineering’s Design‐By‐Analysis course will introduce participants to the Design‐By‐ Analysis portion of the ASME code Section VIII, Division 2, Part 5. Based on the rules and guidance provided in Part 5, this course is a comprehensive introduction to the requirements of performing Design‐By‐ Analysis to the ASME Code. This course provides detailed instruction on performing finite element analysis in compliance with the Code. Example problems are presented and discussed for many of the common rules. This course is intended for engineers who are familiar with pressure vessel and piping design, and need additional guidance on applying Design‐ By‐Analysis concepts. Experience with finite element analysis is not required, but an understanding of the fundamentals would be an asset.
Arrangements can be made for any of the courses listed in the current training catalog to be taught at or near your site and most courses can be modified to custom suit your training needs.
Becht would like to invite you to lunch with us… virtual lunch, that is! Our virtual Lunch & Learn sessions offer an opportunity for engineers across all levels of experience to gain knowledge and perspective on a variety of topics across a multitude of refining disciplines. Our Becht experts will discuss industry best practices, share knowledge based on their own experiences, and provide insight and guidance on audience questions – all within a brief, engaging 90-minute virtual session.
Upcoming Lunch & Learn sessions are listed below. We hope that you will join us!
Description: A systematic approach; Input data collection; Potential sources of excitation; Monitoring strategy and plan; Data analysis; Final root cause analysis; Assessment of severity; Prevention and mitigation strategies; and Bibliography.
Virtual Training Platform: GoToTraining is Becht’s interactive online training solution with the most reliable features to help you before, during, and after your sessions. GoToTraining is a robust training platform that engages participants/attendees virtually. Click here to learn more.
Cancellation Policy: A full refund is available for cancellations more than 30 days before course start date. Within 30 days of course start date, course credit can be transferred to another attendee within the same company, or can be kept on file to be applied to a future Becht training course.
