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API 653: Tank Inspection, Repair, Alteration and Reconstruction (API Exam Preparation Training)

Schedules Introduction Objectives Training Methodology Who should Attend? Outline

Classroom Schedule

Date	Venue	Fees
20 - 24 Oct 2025	Abu Dhabi - UAE	$ 5,950
08 - 12 Dec 2025	London - UK	$ 5,950
09 - 13 Feb 2026	London - UK	$ 5,950
29 Jun - 03 Jul 2026	London - UK	$ 5,950
24 - 28 Aug 2026	Dubai - UAE	$ 5,950
14 - 18 Sep 2026	Doha - Qatar	$ 5,950
19 - 23 Oct 2026	Abu Dhabi - UAE	$ 5,950
07 - 11 Dec 2026	London - UK	$ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date	Venue	Fees
08 - 12 Dec 2025	Online	$ 3,950
07 - 11 Dec 2026	Online	$ 3,950

Introduction

This GLOMACS training course on API 653: Tank Inspection, Repair, Alteration and Reconstruction will focus on learning the API 653 tank inspection Code as well knowledge of the API 571, API 575, API 650, API 652, API 651, API 577, ASME Section V and ASME Section IX.

The delegates will further receive instructions on how to take the API Exam, as well as understanding of the material.

Topics include:

Tank Shell and bottom Min. Thickness Calculation
Maximum Allowable Fill Height Calculation
Brittle Fracture Considerations
Tank Joints Design, fabrication and welding
Cathodic Protection and Methods of Cathodic Protection
Surface Preparation and Lining Application
Impact Test Requirements and Determination
Development and Review of Welding Documentation

Objectives

The aim of this comprehensive training course is to provide the delegates with:

Enough knowledge and skills to pass such exam and attain the API 653 certification
Identify the API 653 Scopes, Suitability for Service, evaluation of the tank Shell and Min. accepted thickness also the maximum allowable fill Height
Evaluation of the tank Bottom, including settlement and release prevention Systems (RPS)
Recognize the reasons for Inspection and Causes of Deterioration
Determination of Need for Cathodic Protection and Methods of Cathodic Protection
Employ post weld heat treatment, identify the charpy impact testing
Carryout welding discontinuities and discuss ASME section IX WPS &WPQ and PQR

Training Methodology

This API 653 training course will be conducted along workshop principles with formal lectures, videos and interactive worked examples. Each learning point will be re-enforced with practical exercises and ample opportunities for discussion and sharing of experiences.

The training course instructor may modify the above training methodology before or during the course for technical reasons with no prior notice to participants.

The classroom training course of the API 653 consists of 5 days of training including the final practice exams

Who should Attend?

This GLOMACS training course is designed for professionals interested in getting the API-653 certification as well as:

Storage Tank Inspectors & Engineers
Plant Inspectors
Inspection & Corrosion Engineers
Process Engineers
Inspection Engineers for Newly constructed and reconstructed tanks
QA/QC inspectors
Maintenance & Mechanical Engineers
Inspection Testing Engineers
Fabrication Engineers

Course Outline

Day 1

Introduction and Review of API 653 Body of Knowledge
API 653 Scope coverage & Definitions &Suitability for Service
Tank Shell Evaluation and Thickness Calculation for Welded Tank Shell
Maximum Allowable Fill Height Calculation
Tank Bottom Evaluation and release prevention Systems (RPS)
Minimum Thickness for bottom and annular Plate Ring
Tank Foundation Evaluation
Brittle Fracture Considerations
External & Internal Inspection and ultrasonic Thickness Inspection
Design Considerations Reconstructed Tanks
Tank Repair and Alteration
Example problems calculations

Day 2

API 653 tank Dismantling and Reconstruction
Welding s and Examination Testing requirement for the tanks
Evaluation of Tank Bottom Settlement
API 650 scope
General Material Requirements
Tank Joints Design
Tank fabrication and welding
Tanks Inspection, Testing, and Repairs
Methods of Inspecting Joints
Example problems calculations

Day 3

API 575 Scope and definitions
Types of Storage Tanks
Reasons for Inspection and Causes of Deterioration
Methods of Inspection and Inspection Scheduling
API 651 Scope and definitions
Corrosion of Aboveground Steel Storage Tanks
Determination of Need for Cathodic Protection and Methods of Cathodic Protection
Design of Cathodic Protection Systems
API 652 Scope and definitions
Surface Preparation and Lining Application
Recommended Inspection Parameters
Example problems calculations

Day 4

ASME IX Welding Procedure Qualifications WPS & WPQ & PQR
Welding Processes
Welding Essential &non-essential and supplementary essential Variables
P- Numbers& S-Numbers, F-number and A-number
Welders test positions& Diameter & thickness qualification and position qualification
Alternate F-Numbers and Alternate P-Numbers
Damage Mechanisms Affecting Fixed Equipment in the Refining Industry API 571
Example problems calculations

Day 5

Continue API 571 Damage Mechanisms Affecting Fixed Equipment in the Refining Industry
Welding Inspection and Metallurgy API 577
Hot Tapping and In-Service Welding
ASME Section V - Nondestructive Test Methods
Radiographic & Liquid Penetrant & Magnetic Particle AND Visual Test examination
Final Practice Exam

Certificates

On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.

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