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Bases and Application of Design Coming in Fall 2016!
Requirements for High Pressure Vessels
in ASME Code Section VIII, Division 3
Fracture Mechanics and other Methods
for Fatigue and Fracture Analysis of
MC127 MasterClass Series/ASME STANDARDS COURSE
Pressure Equipment
This two-day MasterClass provides an overview of the design
methodology and philosophy of ASME Section VIII, Division 3, Alternative
Rules for High Pressure Vessels, which incorporates an overview of the MC150 MasterClass Series
analysis methods used, including the application of FEA, to meet the
requirements of the Code. Fatigue is one of the most common failure modes in pressure
equipment. It is important to understand the strengths and
Examples of practical applications for many of the techniques are weaknesses of the various methods of fatigue analysis in both new
discussed to demonstrate the philosophy of the Code criteria. This construction and post construction (in-service) codes and standards.
BOILERS AND PRESSURE VESSELS MasterClass Series
includes an overview of the problems presented in ASME PTB-5-2013
and the ASME Section VIII, Division 3 Example Problem Manual. Detailed This two-day Master Class focuses on the fracture mechanics method
scenarios are examined to illustrate how the analytical techniques are of analysis, which is the best available method when crack-like flaws
applied, and their respective limitations. An overview of key elements have been discovered in pressure equipment that is in service.
of the materials, fabrication sections, along with a review of special Fracture mechanics can also be used to determine the design
construction techniques and an overview of fatigue calculations and life fatigue life of pressurized components for new construction of
assessment are also included in the discussion. pressure vessels constructed to ASME Section VIII, Division 3 (Div.
You Will Learn To 3) and in fact is required by Div. 3 in many cases. However, other
• Identify the probable causes of piping vibration methods of fatigue analysis that are appropriate in many cases will
• Determine if vibration is likely to be excessive also be discussed. This class will provide detailed instruction on
• Recommend methods to correct the problem if the vibration the application of fracture mechanics and, to a more limited extent,
is excessive other methods so that attendees will be able to select the technique
appropriate for each situation.
Who Should Attend The technical basis for this MasterClass is API 579-1/ASME FFS-1,
Engineers, senior designers, maintenance, quality assurance, inspection Fitness-For-Service and ASME Section VIII, Division 3, Alternative Rules
and manufacturing personnel who work with process piping (e.g., in the for Construction of High Pressure Vessels. This is not a course in the
chemical, petroleum, plastic processing, pulp and paper fields) theory of fracture, but focuses on practical applications.
Special Requirements You Will Learn To
This Master Class is structured on the assumption that participants have a
basic understanding of at least one of the ASME B31 piping codes. • Identify the best method to determine the fatigue life of cyclically
pressurized components
Participants are encouraged to bring examples of particularly challenging
issues encountered on the job for in-class discussion. • Perform a fatigue analysis in accordance with the appropriate Codes
and Standards
2 Days, 1.5 CEUs, 15 PDHs • Perform a linear-elastic fracture mechanics analysis in accordance
with API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 and ASME Section VIII, Division 3 (Div.
3) to determine crack stability and remaining life for in-service
equipment with a crack-like flaw or for new construction to Div. 3.
Who Should Attend
Engineers working for Pressure Vessel Manufacturers, Owner/User
firms and EPC firms who, design, specify, procure or are responsible
for inspection, maintenance or repair of pressure equipment in cyclic
service
Special Requirements
This MasterClass is structured on the assumption that participants
MASTERCLASS INSTRUCTOR have a basic understanding of fracture mechanics and API 579-1/ASME
Daniel T. Peters, PE, is an internationally FFS-1.
recognized expert in the design and analysis
of pressure equipment and pressure vessels, Masterclass Instructor
specializing in high-pressure equipment. He is J. Robert “Bob” Sims
currently an Associate with Structural Integrity
Associates, Inc. and works in the area of 15 hours, 1.5 CEUs, 15 PDHs
pressure vessel and piping design, analysis,
fitness for service and asset management. He
is a past Chair of the ASME Pressure Vessel
and Piping Division’s High Pressure Technology
Committee and the Pressure Vessels and Piping
Division. He has authored or coauthored several
papers in this area.

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