How to Master ASSET Cylinder Visual Inspection Course: A Comprehensive 2-Day Course
Cylinder Visual Inspection Course – Part 1 is your first course in practical inspection of cylinder pressure vessels.
The Cylinder Visual Inspection Course is designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge for the effective inspection of cylinders. This comprehensive training program covers critical aspects such as identifying defects, understanding safety standards, and applying best practices in visual inspection techniques. Participants will engage in hands-on exercises and case studies, ensuring they are well-prepared to maintain the integrity and safety of cylinder operations in various industries.
- Syllabus
- Course duration: 2 days
- Academic development: 1 day (Online or Classroom)
- Workshop experience: 1 days
The ASSET 2-day CYLINDER TESTING COURSE (Part 1) is the first part of a two-level training scheme and introduces the theory and practice of cylinder testing.
The Cylinder Visual Inspection Course – Part 1 is a foundational training program aimed at equipping participants with vital skills for cylinder inspection. This two-day course encompasses both theoretical and practical components, focusing on cylinder testing practices, valve maintenance, and adherence to safety standards and codes of practice.
Participants will engage in hands-on exercises that reinforce their understanding of inspection measurement and inspection testing, ensuring they are proficient in identifying defects and applying best practices in various industrial contexts. This course is essential for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in maintaining the integrity and safety inspection of cylinder operations.
The Cylinder Visual Inspection Course – Part 1 theory part of the course includes:
- Cylinder testing practices and procedures
- Valve maintenance
- Thread gauging
- Standards
- Codes of practice HSE
On successful completion of the cylinder visual inspection course the candidate will be awarded the ASSET CYLINDER TESTING (Part 1) Practices & Procedures Certificate.
Whats next?
Attention, cylinder technicians! 2-day cylinder training course that will elevate your skills to new heights. ASSET Cylinder Hydrostatic Testing Course is designed to train you with the essential techniques for thorough inspections and hydrostatic testing, ensuring you’re ready to tackle the ever-evolving European legislation.
There are no prerequisites for this course
Key Benefits
- Comprehensive training in scuba tank and tank valve maintenance.
- All the latest techniques, standards and information used.
- Essential for annual inspection of scuba & scba cylinders used for diving and other land-based applications.
COURSE FEE INCLUDES:
- Onsite training academic and workshop practice
- ASSET Training materials
- Certificate of Certification
NOTES
- Students who have completed the online training course and passed online final exams at the required pass grade are considered to have met the academic requirements for their chosen training course. Can chose to attend workshop training (if required) within one year of the online classwork course completion date.
- Can chose to complete the academic topics covered in the online course again, in a formal classroom teaching environment.
- Are required to have their own personal copy of the student training course materials in printed format. These materials will be given out upon attendance of course.
What Will I Learn?
- ASSET Cylinder Visual Testing Course: For those new to cylinder inspection.
- Discover the key theoretical and practical components covered in the first part of the ASSET Cylinder Visual Testing Course, equipping you with the knowledge and techniques to become a certified cylinder inspection technician.
- The Cylinder Visual Inspection Course is designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge for the effective inspection of cylinders. This comprehensive training program covers critical aspects such as identifying defects, understanding safety standards, and applying best practices in visual inspection techniques. Participants will engage in hands-on exercises and case studies, ensuring they are well-prepared to maintain the integrity and safety of cylinder operations in various industries.
Course Content
Professional Cylinder Technicians Course CTC1
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Professional Welcome to Cylinder Technicians Course CTC1
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Introduction
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About the Author
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Cylinder safety principles
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ISO Units of Measurement
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Understanding Terminology and Standards
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The Behavior of Gases
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Understanding Boyle’s Law
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Boyle’s Law (Part II)
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Boyle’s Law (Part III)
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Boyle’s Law (Part IV) (Effects of Gas Compression)
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The Ideal Gas Law
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Pressure Changes: Ideal Gas Law
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The Joule-Thomson effect
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Dalton’s Law Explained
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Corrosion and Partial Pressure
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Stored Energy Hazards
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Tool Selection Guidelines
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Inappropriate Tools
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Special Tools
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Workshop Equipment
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Inspection Tools and Equipment
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Cylinder Measuring Tools
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Hydraulic Testing Equipment
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Calibration Essentials
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Master Gauge Calibration
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Gauge Calibration Process
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Working Gauge Calibration
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Working Gauge Calibration (Part II)
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Required Documentation
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Record Keeping
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Substitute Spares Guidelines
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Common Errors
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Standards and Approval Systems
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Summary of ASSET CP 2
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Workshop Safety
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Cylinder Valve Safety
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Valve Inspection Essentials
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Cylinder Disassembly Process
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Valve Replacement Criteria
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Cylinder Valve Construction
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Cleaning Procedure
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Reassembly Best Practices
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Thread Forms in Cylinders
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Earlier Thread Forms
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Thread Forms (Part I)
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Thread Forms (Part II)
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Thread Standards Overview
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Avoiding Thread Mismatches
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Tolerance and Fit
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Thread Gauging Process
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Gauging Parallel Threads
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Gauging Taper Threads
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Fitting Parallel Valves
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Incompatible Cylinder Connections
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Fitting Taper Valves
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Tightening Torque on Valves
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Pressure Compatibility
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Plug and Neck Inserts
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Safety Reminders
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Cylinder Safety Regulations
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Key Definitions in Testing
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EU directives
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Current Manufacturing Standards
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Obsolete Approved Standards
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USA Standards
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Inspection Standards Overview
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Key Standards in Testing
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Associated Standards
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Inspection and Testing Periods
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Inspection and Testing Process
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Confirm Cylinder is Empty
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Dealing with a Blocked Valve
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Repair and Replacement
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Valve Removal Preparation
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Cylinder Valve & Neck Inspection
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Eddy Current Testing
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Conducting External Examinations
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Compulsory Zinc Coating
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Measuring External Defects
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Internal Cylinder Inspections
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Evaluating Internal Defects
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Measuring Wall Thickness
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Shot Blasting Method
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Rejection Criteria
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Cylinder Defect Rejection Criteria (Part I)
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Cylinder Defect Rejection Criteria (Part II)
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Cylinder Corrosion Rejection Criteria
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Hydrostatic Testing Explained
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Volumetric Jacket Procedure
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Volumetric Levelling Burette
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Volumetric Weighed Water
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Volumetric Non-Jacket Method
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Proof Method for Cylinders
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Supplementary Tests
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Drying Cylinders
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Refitting the Valve
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Stamp Marking and Labelling
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Refinishing Cylinders
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A: Reject or Repair
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Gas Cylinder Shoulder Colours
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Identifying Gas Cylinder Contents
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Cylinder Testing Part 1 Final Exam
About the instructor
12 Courses
4 students
Material Includes
- The course material is fully illustrated with high-quality detailed pictures
Audience
- For those new to cylinder visual inspection. No skill or knowledge necessary.
