Fundamentals of Pressure Testing
In this 8-hour eLearning course, you will be guided through the processes of designing, planning, executing, and evaluating/validating a pressure test. This course is designed for attendees from a variety of backgrounds including engineers, field techs, and other pipeline professionals. Certificates of completion are available upon successful completion of the knowledge test at the end of the course.
Topics Include:
- Applicability & different types of tests
- Regulatory requirements for pressure testing of gas lines vs. liquid lines
- Determining target test pressure based on MAOP/MOP, elevations, class locations, etc.
- Test equipment
- Filling, dewatering, and drying test segments
- Pressure test acceptance criteria
- Evaluating pressure test data using mass or volume balance analysis
- Locating and repairing leaks
- Documentation
- Case studies