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API 571: Supplemental Inspection Certification Program

Damage Mechanisms Affecting Fixed Equipment in the Refining and
Petrochemical Industries (API Exam Preparation Training)

This course is designed to do two things:

1. Train individuals who are interested in obtaining the API 571 Inspector Certification.
2. Provide individuals with an advanced knowledge of how corrosion mechanisms drive RBI conclusions.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Proper identification of damage mechanisms is important when implementing

Course Duration
6 full days

the API Inspection Codes (API 510, API 570, API 653) and conducting Risk Based
Inspection (RBI) per API 580 and API 581. The objective of this program is to
provide documented evidence of advanced knowledge and expertise in the
area of Corrosion and Materials based on the information contained in API RP
571. An API Supplemental Inspection Certification is defined as Documentation

Course Cost
$1,350
(meals and accomodations
not included)

that indicates that minimum requirements have been met for additional
qualification in the designated area of expertise. This certificate will add value
to your professional credentials and show your employers and clients that you
have obtained a high level of proficiency and understanding in this field. This
supplemental inspection certification program is open to anyone who is currently
certified to either API 510, 570 or 653. Included with the course is a pre-study

Training Methodology
80% - Lecture
20% - Workshops, Group Work &
Practical Exercises

guide and student classroom workbook. The student receives instruction

regarding how to take the test, as well as insight into its application in real
world situations. Daily tests have been designed to gauge students proficiency
and understanding of the material.

Payment Information
Prepayment in full, 30 days
prior to the class, is required.

Note: T
 his does not register you for the API exam. If you have not already registrered for the
API exam, you need to download an application from the API website (www.api.org/icp).

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Individuals who are interested in obtaining the API 571 Certification

Any Inspector or Engineer interested in the refinery corrosion area

API requires that anyone who is going to take the test must be currently
certified as API 510, 570, or 653 Inspector

TESTIMONIALS
The class was very informative and I believe worth the price of admission
without the exam considered. It was a pleasure to meet you both and always
welcome new relationships in the business. - Minor B. Taylor -

281.598.1330

One Pinnacle Way, Pasadena, Texas 77504

For questions regarding the

course or registration
resources@pinnacleart.com

Guarantee Policy
If you fail the applicable
certification exam, you can repeat
our training course for free if you
attended 100% of the course within
the last 12 months.

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REQUIRED CODES & STANDARDS

The only required code for this course and the examination is the first edition of API RP 571 with exception of
the following sections: 1.1, 3.1, 4.1 & 5.2. Publications for ICP CERTIFICATION EXAMS may be ordered through IHS
(www.global.ihs.com) or TechStreet (www.techstreet.com) API members are eligible for a 30% discount on all API
documents; exam candidates are eligible for a 20% discount on all API documents. When calling to order, please
identify yourself as an exam candidate and/or API member.

COURSE OBJECTIVES
B
 e prepared for the next API 571 exam and have
enough knowledge and skills to pass in order to
receive the API 571 Inspector certificate.

Identify general damage mechanisms on

uniform or localized loss thickness and explain
the various types of corrosion related to it.

H
 ave a general background on the scope,
organization and use of API 571 and be able
to review the standards and other references
related to it.

D
 escribe damage mechanisms on high
temperature corrosion including oxidation,
sulfidation, carburization and metal dusting.

U
 nderstand general damage mechanisms
applicable to the refining industry and be able
to identify their features and functions.
D
 etermine the various mechanical and
metallurgical failure mechanisms such as brittle
fracture, stress rupture, steam blanketing,
cracking, thermal shock, corrosion and fatigue.

K
 now refining industry damage mechanisms
used in uniform of localized loss in thickness
phenomena.
D
 escribe refining industry damage mechanisms
for environment-assisted cracking and be able
to identify the other types of mechanisms.

PINNACLE TRAINING POLICIES

Guarantee Policy
If you fail the applicable certification exam, you can repeat the same training course for free if you
attended 100% of the course within the last 12 months.

Cancellation Policy
14 days prior to the course, a 25% fee is deducted from your refundable payment. 13 - 6 days prior
to the course, a 50% fee is deducted from refundable payment. Within 5 days of the course, a 75%
fee is deducted. No shows without notification will have no refund. Please note at time of purchase,
20% of the total payment is non-refundable to cover administration and material costs. However,
course substitutions may be made at any time.

Attendee Requirements Policy

Attendees are responsible for their own method of transportation, lodging, and meals if applicable.
Pinnacle is not responsible for registering attendees for the API exams or the fees associated with
them. All attendees are responsible to provide their own copies of the API RP documents and bring
their own wireless capable computer.

281.598.1330

One Pinnacle Way, Pasadena, Texas 77504

www.pinnacleart.com