Based on the rules for pressure vessel design and construction, this course is a comprehensive introduction to the requirements of Section VIII, Division 1 including background, organization, design, materials, fabrication, inspection, testing and documentation of pressure vessels. The more commonly used subsections and paragraphs will be covered, and a discussion of individual problems or situations will be included. This course is intended for beginners, as well as experienced vessel designers who would like to update their knowledge of the Code.

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to: 
• Understand the background of the Code
• Apply the Code rules to more common design and fabrication situations
• Perform calculations for some of the loadings and situations not addresses by the Code
• Prepare design specifications, design reports, data reports, and other documentation

Who should attend: those involved with the purchase, design, fabrication, or inspection of pressure vessels. Some technical background will be helpful, but attendees are not required to have an Engineering degree or previous work experience in the subject matter.

Special features include: an overview of code organization, offering of updated editions and addenda, and expert instruction on how to prepare and submit an inquiry to the Code Committee for Code Interpretation, Code Cases or Code Revision. It is suggested (but not required) that you bring the latest edition of the ASME Code Section VIII, Division 1, Pressure Vessels.