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API-510 PRESTUDY GUIDE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Introduction and What to Expect on the Actual Examination 1
Course Outline and Required Code Books 5
API 510 Body of Knowledge 7
API 510 Practice Questions 9
IRE II Practice Questions 13
RP 572 Practice Questions

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RP 576 Practice Questions

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ASME V NDE Practice Questions 20
Practice Math Problems 23
ASME VIII Div. 1 Practice Questions 26
ASME IX Practice Questions 31
Answers Keys to Practice Questions and Math Problems 34
Past Exam Questions Remembered by Ex-Students 52
Miscellaneous Quiz Questions 61

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API 510 TRAINING COURSE

PREPARATORY COURSE WORK
Welcome to the pre-study guide for the June 2006 API 510 Training class. We are very pleased that you
have entrusted your training to us for this important examination, and we take this responsibility very
seriously. Our mission together is quite simple, and one which we will remain focused on until the day of
your examination. Simply put, this mission is:
“ACHIEVE A PASSING GRADE ON THE API 510 EXAMINATION”

This is our only goal, and together, with diligence, patience, and hard work, I know that we will succeed in
making this mission a reality.
In this regard, this Preparatory Course is provided to help get you started and better prepared for the
journey ahead. it consists of the following items:
• Course Outline
• Schedule and location information
• API 510 Body of Knowledge
• ASME/API Quiz
• ASME questions and 10 practice math questions that can be studied to prepare for the
up-coming test
• Answer sheets for the Quizzes/Math Problems
• Actual past examination questions
Remember! This is your examination and your training course. You will only get out of it what you are
willing to put into it. Therefore, if you do not complete this material, you will only be lowering your
chances of successfully completing our mission.
You must complete this Preparatory to increase your probability of passing the test! Please set
aside time every day until class starts to study the material in this book.
Please come to class as prepared as possible. it is very important to attend every class, complete all
homework assignments, and pay very strict attention to the classroom presentation. Again, your
participation is the key ingredient to passing the test.
Once again, we appreciate the opportunity to provide this training and we are willing to “go the extra mile”
to ensure your success in the examination.
Review the documents upon which the examination is based and become familiar with their layout. Be
honest and identify your strong a weak areas so you can develop a study plan. Use the pre-study Guide
as a tool to prepare for the course and then come prepared with questions.
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INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
API 510, PRESSURE VESSEL INSPECTOR CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION
FORMAT OF THE EXAMINATION
The API 510 inspector certification examinations consist of objective multiple-choice questions covering
knowledge essential to the professional practice of inspecting in-service pressure vessels and process
piping. Each exam is constructed according to detailed test specifications. Each question has four
alternative answers, only one of which is correct.
The examinations contain 150 questions and are divided into two parts. Part 1 is open-book, and
consists of 35-45 questions, which can be answered using API and ASME reference material.
Candidates will have 4 hours to complete Part 1. Part 2 is closed-book, and consists of 105-115
questions which must be answered without access to any reference material. Candidates will have 4
hours to complete Part 2. A total of 8 hours is allowed to complete each exam.
ADMISSION PROCEDURE
If you application and fee is received before the deadline, and you meet the education and experience
requirements set by API, you will be allowed to sit for the exam. You should receive notification of the
test site from the jurisdiction prior to the exam date. Please be aware of any special instructions that may
be included in the jurisdiction notification.
Please report to the test site no later than 7:30 AM on the morning of the exam. Seating of candidates,
distribution of test materials, and testing instructions will begin at 8:00 AM. Remember to allow adequate
travel time to find the testing site on the morning of the exam.
On the morning of the exam, candidates should bring an appropriate form of picture identification bearing
their signature. Examples of acceptable forms of ID are a driver’s license, a passport, or an employee
identification card. Social security cards are not acceptable.
If you move or change your address, it is your responsibility to notify API and the jurisdiction of your new
mailing address at least 4 weeks before the exam date so that your score report can reach you in a timely
manner.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURES
• The testing time for each part of the exam is 4 hours. Additional time has been allowed for
instructions. There is a one-hour lunch break scheduled after Part 1 of the exam, but if you complete
Part 1 before time is called, you may leave the testing room. However, you may not re-enter the
room until Part 2 of the exam is about to begin.
• Candidates should bring some sharpened #2 pencils with erasers, a non-programmable calculator,
and a set of API and ASME reference materials. Highlighting, underlining, page tabs, or written notes
in the margins of the code books are acceptable. Note: API and ASME publications are
copyrighted material. Photocopies of these reference documents are not permitted in the
examination room.
• No loose notes, papers, or other books of any sort may be brought into the examination room.
• No test materials, documents, notes or memoranda of any sort are to be taken from the examination
room.
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• No questions concerning the content of the examination may be asked during the testing period.
Candidates should listen carefully to instructions given by the proctor.
• Candidates have the opportunity to comment on any question believed to be misleading or inaccurate
at the end of the examination. A form for this purpose will be provided to candidates upon request.
Be specific when commenting on a question as each comment will be individually reviewed by the
Examination Committee. Individual responses to question comments will not be provided.
• Proctors are authorized to maintain secure and proper test administration procedures, including
relocation of candidates. Candidates may not communicate with each other during the examination.
SUGGESTIONS FOR TAKING THE EXAMINATION
• Answer the questions in order, but don’t waste time on questions containing unfamiliar or difficult
material. You can come back to them later, time permitting.
• Make educated guesses at correct answers rather than leaving the answer spaces blank. The score
on the test will be based on only the number of correct responses, with no penalty for wrong answers.
• Record your answers carefully on the separate answer sheet. The numbering of the questions in the
test booklet should match the numbering of the responses on the answer sheet.
• Should you change your mind on any answer, erase previously marked responses thoroughly.
Multiple responses to a question will be scored as incorrect. Avoid making any stray marks on the
answer sheet.
A criterion referenced passing score has been established by a panel of content experts using
appropriate standard setting procedures. The passing score for each administration of the API 510 and
570 inspector certification examinations are based on a statistical equating process which adjusts for
fluctuation in difficulty levels across different examinations. Equating ensures that candidates are
evaluated according to the same competency standard from year to year.
After each examination administration, individual test questions subject to comments from candidates are
evaluated for their clarity and accuracy by the API Exam Construction Task Group prior to the grading
process. Questions determined to be ambiguous may be scored with multiple correct answers at no
penalty to the candidates.
Exams are scored using an automated system. Any grievance or requests for manual scoring must be
submitted in writing to API within 90 days after receipt of your score. Requests for manual scoring must
include a viable reason why your exam should be re-graded. There is a $50 fee for manual scoring of
exams. Requests should be submitted to:
American Petroleum Institute

Industry Services Dept.
Inspector Certification Programs
1220 L Street, NM
Washington, D.C. 20005-4070
202-962-4739 (Fax)
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AFTER THE EXAM
Approximately 8 weeks after the examination, candidates will receive score reports. These reports will
contain the date of the test administration, the title of the examination, the candidate’s name and address,
the candidate’s identification number, the candidate’s total score, and the candidate’s subscores on each
of the content areas covered in the test. Should you pass the exam, you will receive a wallet card and
certificate approximately 6 weeks after notification of your score. Please do not call API for test
results; these results will not be given over the telephone.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Candidates with special needs may request special testing arrangements by submitting, with their
application; (a) a letter describing the basis for the need, such as a physical disability or cognitive
impairment; (b) a detailed description of the type of accommodation, such as large print or extended time;
and (c) written verification of the need, such as a letter or report from a licensed health professional. The
request and its accompanying documentation should be sent to API with the application. There is no
additional charge for special accommodations.
NOTES ON ROUNDING IN MATHEMATIC EQUATIONS
API has not published a policy on rounding (either up or down) when calculations are performed as part
of the examination, although they have been asked to publish this policy. The calculation answers are
normally far enough apart so that rounding does not usually present a problem. However, we can only
instruct based on (historically) what has worked best (so far). This is the rounding policy that will be used
during this course (but may be modified on the exam by API):
1.) Thickness Calculations: Round to the third decimal place, and don’t round-up/down.
Example #1 - “.0075” - is “.007” - (same as on test)

Example #2 - “.0993” - is “.099” - (may be shown as “0.100” on test)
Example #3 - “.9998” - is “.999” - (may be shown as “1.00” on test)
2. Pressure Calculations: Round to whole single digit as psi:
Example #1 - “239.3 psi” - is “239 psi” (same as test)

Example #2 - “1007.9 psi” - is “1007 psi” - (may be shown as “1008 psi” on test)
Example #3 - “999.99 psi” - is “999 psi” - (may be shown as “1,000 psi” on test)
3. Square Root - Do not round any number under a square root. Simply hit the square root button
( ) on the calculator and utilize that full number.
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Required CODES & Standards for API 510 ICP Exam June 2006
You require the following Code Books for the course and examination. Make sure you have the
correct editions and bring them with you.
ASME 2001 Edition With 2002 & 2003 Addenda
Section II, Materials, Part D, External Pressure Graphs – We will give you these during the course
Section V, Nondestructive Examination

Article 1, General Requirements
Article 2, Radiographic Examination
Article 6, Liquid Penetrant Examination
Article 7, Magnetic Particle Examination
Article 23 SE-797 Only
Section VIII, Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels, Division I

UG, General Requirements for All Methods of Construction and All Materials
UW, Requirements for Pressure Vessels Fabricated by Welding
UCS, Requirements for Pressure Vessels Constructed of Carbon and Low Alloy Steels
UHT, Requirements for Pressure Vessels Constructed of Ferritic Steels With Tensile Properties
Enhanced by Heat Treatment
Appendix 1, Supplementary Design Formulas
Appendix 2, Rules for Bolted Flange Connections with Ring Type Gaskets
Appendix 3, Definitions
Appendix 4, Rounded Indications Charts Acceptance Standard for Radiographically Determined
Rounded Indications in Welds
Appendix 6, Methods for Magnetic Particle Examination (MT)
Appendix 8, Methods for Liquid Penetrant Examination (PT)
Appendix 12, Ultrasonic Examination of Welds (UT)
Section IX, Welding and Brazing Qualifications, Part QW.
API 510 Eighth Edition June 1997 Plus Addendum 1, 2, 3 and 4
API 572 Second Edition February 2001
API 576 Second Edition December 2000
API 577 First Edition October 2004
API 577 First Edition December 2003 Only the Following Damage Mechanisms
4.2.3 – Temper Embrittlement

4.2.7 – Brittle Fracture
4.2.9 – Thermal Fatigue
4.2.14 – Erosion/Erosion-Corrosion
4.2.16 – Mechanical Failure
4.3.2 – Atmospheric Corrosion
4.3.3 – Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI)
4.3.4 – Cooling Water Corrosion
4.3.5 – Boiler Water Condensate Corrosion
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4.4.2 – Sulfidation
4.5.1 – Chloride Stress Corrosion Cracking (Cl-SCC)
4.5.2 – Corrosion Fatigue
4.5.3 – Caustic Stress Corrosion Cracking (Caustic Embrittlement)
5.1.2.3 – Wet H2S Damage (Blistering/HIC/SOHIC/SCC)
5.1.3.1 – High Temperature Hydrogen Attack (HTHA)
Note: If printing from CD-Roms or company Intranets check that the graphics and tables
print completely, we have had candidates experience problems with these.
How Do I Prepare For Class?
The API Body of Knowledge covers a lot of material and many inspectors do not become
exposed to this on a regular basis. The course is intensive – we do not apologize for this. You
pay a lot of money and we like high exam pass rates.
First obtain all the listed documents and familiarize yourself with them.
Analyze the areas of knowledge you think you are already strong in and then make a list of your
weak areas.
Note: the exam now contains a lot of Recommended Practices where closed book questions are
drawn from. You need to spend time reading and memorizing key issues from these documents.
Do not leave it until the day before the course and then cram for hours – it rarely works!!
Try to set a period every day for the week before the course to look at the documents and the
practice information in this guide and try to solve the problems.
Everyone is different – but the more preparation you do the easier the class, the easier the
exam.
Make notes on areas you encounter difficulty with and be prepared to raise them in class. We
are there to help.
What Do I Need To Bring To Class?
All the codebooks listed.

A non-programmable calculator – preferably with large buttons.
A Ruler
Pens, Pencils, Eraser
Questions.
Any real world problems related to the subject – its easier to relate the work directly to what you
may be encountering at work.
The reminder of this text sets questions as you might meet in the examination. Use them as a
tool to help you find your way around the code books.
Everybody learns in their own way, adopt a style that suits you. Frequent short study periods
are better than long intensive sessions as much of this material can be very boring
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PRACTICE QUESTIONS
TO PREPARE FOR CLASS
This section contains the following:
• API 510 Practice Questions
• RP 572 Practice Questions
• RP 576 Practice Questions
• ASME V and NDE Practice Questions
• ASME VIII Practice Math Questions (10)
• ASME VIII Practice Questions
• ASME IX Practice Questions
• Answer Sheets for the above Math Problems and Code References for the Answers to the Practice
Questions.
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During the course the five API documents will be reviewed. The following practice questions cover some
of these documents . You must be able to answer all the practice questions without reference to any of
the documents to be considered to have an adequate knowledge of their content.
API 510 PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. The scope of API 510 covers?
a. boilers
b. pressure vessels
c. power piping
d. all the above
2. Name three types of pressure vessels and containers that are excluded from the requirements of
API 510.
3. How is the MAWP determined for the continued use of a pressure vessel?
4. What type of examination is the most important?
5. What is the difference between an alteration and a repair?
6. Is the addition of an unreinforced nozzle an alteration or a repair?
7. When is field inspection of a new vessel not required?
8. Above ground vessels shall be given a visual external inspection at what interval?
9. Name three types of surface preparation that may be needed?
10. What is the maximum test/inspection interval permitted for pressure-relieving devices?
11. Define on-stream inspection.
12. Name four kinds of records that the owner/user must maintain for each pressure vessel?
13. Which of the following are considered to be repair organizations?
a. holder of an ASME "S" stamp.

b. owner or user who repairs his own equipment.
c. a contractor whose qualifications are acceptable to the owner-user.
d. a, b, c above.
e. b, c above.
14. Define rerating.
15. How many years experience must a high school graduate have to qualify as an Owner-User
Inspector under API 510?
16. Name five modes of deterioration.
17. When new vessels are placed into service or the service conditions are changed what are the
three methods for determining the probable rate of corrosion?
18. What other examination methods may be used to supplement the visual examinations?
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19. Do you always have to remove insulation at the time of each external inspection?
20. When would removable internals need to be completely removed?
21. When may in service inspection be substituted for internal inspection.
22. What areas should be examined on riveted vessels?
23. Define uniform corrosion?
24. Name and describe four items that must be considered when the minimum actual thickness and
maximum corrosion rate are adjusted?
25. For a corroded area of considerable size in which circumferential stress governs the least
thickness along a critical element may be averaged over a length not exceeding?
26. Can large vessels with two or more zones of differing corrosion rates have each zone treated
independently regarding inspection intervals?
27. List 15 features that must be covered in the owner-user quality assurance manual for pressure
vessel inspection systems.
28. What is the efficiency factor to be used when determining the MAWP for a corroded area in the
solid material area of a vessel (away from a weld by greater than 1” or twice the material
thickness)?
29. How are the intervals between pressure-relieving device testing/inspection determined?
30. What is the maximum period between internal or on-stream inspections?
31. When an internal inspection is to be performed name at least five safety precautions that should
be taken before entering the vessel.
32. For buried vessels what is the basis for establishing the external inspection frequency?
33. Surfaces of shells and heads should be carefully examined for?
34. What three things must be done when the service conditions of a vessel are changed?
35. Repairs and alterations to pressure vessels are covered by API 510 provided what method is
employed?
36. When both ownership and location of a vessel are changed what must be done?
37. Is a pressure test required after each periodic inspection?
38. May fillet welded patches be used for repairs?
39. What are the minimum and maximum pressure test temperatures recommended by API 510?
40. When a pneumatic pressure test is to be performed, what are the additional examinations
required by the ASME Code prior to the test being performed?
41. When the pressure test pressure will exceed the settings of any safety relief valves or
appurtenances what must be done?
42. Repair organizations that repair pressure relief valves are required to have what kind of a written
program?
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43. Name at least 9 topics that are part of a pressure relief valve repair organizations quality control
manual?
44. In addition to the 16 topics covered in the pressure relief valve repair organizations quality
program, what additional requirement must be met?
45. What is the efficiency factor to be used when determining the MAWP for a corroded area in a
weld?
46. What authorizations and approvals are required prior to the commencement of repairs or
alterations?
47. What ASME Code section are welding procedures and welders qualified in accordance with?
48. What is the welding technique that is used as an alternative to PWHT for P-1 and P-3 materials?
49. When is a pressure test considered mandatory?
50. Is it permissible to substitute local PWHT for 360 degree banding on local repairs?
51. When local PWHT is substituted what are the four conditions that must be adhered to?
52. Define LT and ST Corrosion Rates?
53. When fillet welded patches are used for repairs what design considerations must be made?
54. What are the requirements that must be met when a pressure vessel is rerated?
55. Sketch the basic nameplate or stamping that is used for a rerated vessel.
56. What alternative method may be used to determine acceptability vessel walls when corrosion has
reduced the thickness below the minimum required wall thickness?
57. If a corroded area is found in the center portion of an ellipsoidal or torispherical head, what
formula would be used to calculate the minimum required thickness?
58. Which is the preferred method to use internal inspection or on-stream inspection?
59. Who must review and endorse the repair procedures used on stainless steel weld overlay and
cladding?
60. For the controlled-deposition welding technique using SMAW, the weld area shall be maintained
at what temperature and for what minimum time after completion of the repair? (assuming 7018
H4 electrodes are not used)
61. The repair area on stainless steel weld overlay and clad vessels constructed of P-3, P-4 or P-5
base materials should have the base materials examined for what type defects and by which
NDE method?
62. When a pressure test is not performed following a repair or alteration what is required as a
substitute?
63. When is the controlled deposition welding method used (i.e., what additional testing is required?)
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64. What is the minimum number of thickness measurements that must be taken on each vessel to
satisfy the internal or on-stream requirements?
65. When may widely scattered pitting be ignored?
66. Who must be consulted prior to repairs of cracks at high stress concentrations?
67. When there is a conflict between requirements specified in the ASME Code and API 510, which
document governs?
68. Do the requirements of API 510 apply to new construction of pressure vessels?
69. Materials for repairs or alterations shall conform to what requirements?
70. What are the two main elements of an RBI Program?
71. The RBI assessments must be reviewed and approved by whom, when used to increase or
decrease inspection intervals?
72. Name some of the factors to be considered in an RBI Assessment.
73. When should rupture disks and vacuum-breakers be examined?
74. When is fitness-for-service used?
75. What is RP 579 and what does it cover?
76. By definition, what constitutes an “industry-qualified” UT Shearwave examiner”?
77. What do each of the specific sections of RP 579 cover (Sections 4 – 11)?
78. Who selects the most appropriate corrosion rates to be used?
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RP 572 PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. What is the most common material used in the construction of pressure vessels?
2. Inspection of external parts while the unit is in service should be made when?
3. When should new vessels be inspected?
4. How would you check the thickness of metallic linings?
5. Name three shell types for heat exchangers?
6. What are three materials that provide corrosion resistant surfaces in pressure vessels?
7. List the safety precautions that must be taken prior to entering a pressure vessel?
8. Prior to 1956 what pressure vessel construction code was used by refineries?
9. What are common internal corrodents?
10. List three visual signs of the application of faulty fabrication?
11. List at least three problems that can occur from using faulty materials?
12. What are the purpose of guy wires?
13. The frequency with which a pressure vessel should be inspected depends on what factors?
14. When is a service history record established?
15. Name three opportunities when inspections are possible?
16. What should the Inspector do before starting the inspection of a pressure vessel, particularly one
in severe service?
17. Is it necessary to remove all surface deposits for an inspection? Give reasons.
18. Is it necessary to remove internals completely during an inspection? Why?
19. What is hydriding?
20. When is it allowable to use the average thickness of a corroded area?
21. What are two common materials used for tubesheets?
22. What are the basic reasons for inspection?
23. What is the primary cause of deterioration in pressure vessels?
24. List six of the tools used in the inspection of a pressure vessel?
25. When inspecting a pressure vessel externally what should the inspection start with?
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26. Briefly describe the items to be checked when externally inspecting the following equipment:
a. foundations and supports

b. nozzles
c. steel supports
27. Upon what will the number of thickness readings taken depend?
28. Name the principal strip-lining methods used in refinery vessels?
29. What must every pressure vessel manufacturer prepare in order to obtain the ASME Code
Certificate of Authorization?
30. In addition to checking for corrosion on an external inspection name three other items to check
for?
31. What two methods of inspection are used when all the tubes in a bundle are to be checked
internally for through-wall defects or thinning?
32. Name two ways to check the profile of a pressure vessel?
33. What would be inspected by hammer testing?
34. Briefly describe how you would make a detailed internal inspection of a pressure vessel?
35. What are the three most important factors to consider when checking metallic linings?
36. What types of nonmetallic linings are commonly used?
37. On what two factors does the degree of internal surface preparation depend?
38. What should be accomplished during the preliminary visual inspection?
39. Name three methods of measuring metal thickness?
40. When should hammer testing be used and when is it not recommended?
41. What inspection techniques are used to inspect nonmetallic linings?
42. To whom should general inspection reports be sent?
43. Describe briefly the steps to perform a hydrostatic test of a pressure vessel?
44. What test method would be used for testing a vacuum vessel for leaks?
45. What metallurgical changes would you be inspecting for and what tests would be used to
determine each change?
46. What is the retiring thickness of a part?
47. Name three conditions that will result in excess thickness of a pressure vessel shell?
48. When should a pressure test be applied to a repair?
49. What code would you use to determine the minimum thickness required for pressure vessel
accessories such as trays and supports?
50. Briefly describe the repair method to be used for cracks?
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51. What are the three types of records that should be kept in the record file?
52. Copies of completed reports recommending repairs should be distributed to whom?
53. What should the repair reports contain?
54. When an exchanger is removed from service what test is recommended prior to dismantling?
55. What basic data should each type of file contain?
56. What data should the continuous files contain?
57. Sketch an exchanger with two fixed tube sheets. (BEM)
58. What is the first step in inspecting a tube bundle?
59. How are thin spots in tubes determined?
60. How are scattered pits best repaired?
61. Some jurisdictions require the repair firm to possess what authorization to perform the repair?
62. Name three likely locations of corrosion on tubes in a tube bundle?
63. What would be checked during the visual inspection of an extended plate exchanger?
64. What must be done to the finned tubes of an air-cooled exchanger before starting an inspection?
65. Where is erosion-corrosion of tubes most prevalent in an air-cooled exchanger?
66. Define a pressure vessel?
67. List four methods of construction used on pressure vessels.
68. Improper heat treatment can be caused by?
69. What two NDE methods are now primarily used to measure thickness?
70. How can the extent of surface cracking be determined?
71. The selection of thickness measuring tools depends on what five factors?
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RP576 PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. Briefly describe the following relief devices:
a. safety valve
b. relief valve
c. safety relief valve
d. pilot operated safety relief valve
e. balanced safety relief valve
f. rupture disk
2. What should be checked during a visual on-stream inspection of a relieving device?
3. List three applications for a rupture disk?
4. What are three reasons for inspecting relieving devices?
5. What is a primary consideration used to establish the inspection frequency of relieving devices?
6. There are three basis for establishing the frequency of shop inspections/overhauls. What is each
and briefly describe?
7. What inspections and testing should be done on new relieving device installations?
8. An on-stream inspection of a relieving device should be done on what intervals?
9. What is the ideal time to perform inspections of relieving devices?
10. What should be done after extended shutdowns with relieving devices left on a unit?
11. Following reassembly of the relieving device what tests should be done?
12. What is the principle objective in keeping records of safety relieving devices?
13. What precautions should be observed when inspecting pressure relief devices?
14. What service information should be contained in the history of a relieving device?
15. Name three applications for safety valves?
16. What medium is normally used to test relieving devices in the shop test block?
17. Briefly describe the shop test block used for testing with air? Make a sketch.
18. What should be done immediately after the removal of HF relief devices that will be sent to the
shop?
19. List the nine points that should be visually checked during the dismantle of a relieving device?
20. Prior to the start of dismantling what test should be performed and why?
21. During the relieving device test after reassembly what two items are to be checked?
22. What basic information should the Specification Record contain?
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23. What data should the Historical Record contain?
24. List six causes of improper performance in relieving devices?
25. When are resilient valve seats used?
26. What should be done with connecting piping and block valves before disconnecting relief valves?
27. What should be done before relief lines are opened to the atmosphere?
28. What are two types of hydrocarbon that can cause plugging or sticking?
29. List two limitations for each of the following pressure relief devices:
a. safety valve
b. relief valve
c. safety relief valve
d. pilot operated safety relief valve
e. balanced safety relief valve
f. rupture disk
30. Rupture disks should not be re-used after dismantling of the rupture disk device, even if they are
sound and have not ruptured, why?
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ASME CODE SECTION V
The following articles fall within the scope of the examination and should be studied:
Article 2 Radiographic Examination, excluding Appendices I, II and III
Article 6 Liquid Penetrant Examination
Article 7 Magnetic Particle Examination, concentrate on the prod and yoke methods only.
In the day to day inspection activities nondestructive examinations are used and the API Inspector must
have both an understanding of the practical applications as well as the specific requirements.
It is not necessary for the API Inspector to have the in-depth knowledge of the SNT-TC-IA Level II
Examiner for the nondestructive methods but should know where in the ASME Code to find the
requirements.
ASME SECTION V AND NDE PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. Which NDE methods are required to have written procedures?
2. To what standard are NDE personnel to be qualified?
3. Describe how a check of backscattered radiation is performed?
4. What permanent identification must appear on the radiograph?
5. How is density monitored?
6. Deleted.
7. What are the IQI thickness and hole sizes for a number 30 IQI?
8. What are the two radiographic exposure techniques permitted by the Code?
9. An IQI is an abbreviation for _____________________ ?
10. Deleted
11. Deleted
12. Is geometric unsharpness an essential variable when radiographing welds in pressure vessels to
ASME VIII?
13. For single wall viewing source side markers shall be used on what components?
14. The IQI is normally placed on the
a. source side
b. film side
15. Where is the lead letter "F" placed when film side IQI’s are used?
16. A circumferential seam is to radiographed as a single exposure, what are the minimum number of
IQI’s to be used?
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17. Shims are used when a radiographing__________________?
18. When viewing single film radiographs made with an X-ray source what is the minimum and
maximum permitted density?
19. It is required to radiograph a steel plate with a weld. The plate thickness is 7/16 inch and the weld
reinforcement is 1/16 inch. What source side IQI is required and what is the essential hole
20. Are intensifying screens permitted by ASME Code Section VIII Div. 1?
21. For which NDE methods are there alternative personnel qualification requirements in Section
VIII?
22. What is the permitted density variation anywhere through the area of interest?
23. What minimum RT detail information must be provided to the Inspector along with the
radiographic film?
24. The initial PT procedure shall contain what information?
25. Deleted.
26. Deleted.
27. Deleted
28. Deleted
29. Deleted
30. Deleted
31. Where is the IQI placed when radiographing a weld?
32. When using penetrant materials on nickel base alloys, austenitic stainless steels and titanium
what certifications must be obtained?
33. Deleted
34. Deleted?
35. Where are wire IQI’s always placed?
36. Liquid penetrant examinations detect discontinuities that are:
a. slightly subsurface
b. open to the surface
c. both a and b
37. What are the essential variables that when changed in a PT procedure may require a new
procedure to be prepared?
38. List the two types of penetrants and the three basic penetrant processes?
39. Deleted
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40. What is the term penetrant materials meant to cover?
41. The acceptance tolerance for the MT units ammeter shall be that the reading shall not deviate by
more than _______% of full scale relative to the actual current value as shown by the test meter?
42. Describe briefly the basic steps in making a liquid penetrant examination?
43. What is considered to be the standard temperature range for liquid penetrant examination?
44. What is the retention time for radiographic film and reports for radiography performed on
pressure vessels?
45. To remove excess penetrant after the penetration time has elapsed for the solvent removable
penetrant is it permissible to flush the test piece gently with solvent then wipe it dry?
46. The magnetic particle examination method can detect:
a. near surface discontinuities

b. surface discontinuities
c. both a and b above
47. Final interpretation shall be made not less than ___________minutes after the developer is dry?
48. What are the two types of radiation sources used in radiography?
49. What are the acceptance standards for liquid penetrant examinations of welds in pressure
vessels?
50. The written procedure for the magnetic particle examination shall contain what minimum
information?
51. List the five techniques for magnetic particle examination?
52. Each piece of magnetizing equipment with an ammeter shall be calibrated at what frequency?
53. What is the acceptance criteria for the lifting power of yokes when they are checked annually?
54. What are the acceptance standards for magnetic particle examinations of welds in pressure
vessels?
55. Any imperfection that causes an indication in excess of ______% DAC shall be investigated?
56. What is the minimum light intensity for visible MT examination?
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ASME CODE SECTION VIII, DIVISION 1
The examination concentrates mainly on the math problems, which accounts for 20% of the total possible
grade. While it is important to study the entire Code the emphasis should be placed on a complete
understanding of the various formulas and their application in solving the five examination math
problems.
A thorough study must be made of the following paragraphs:
1. UG-27 Thickness of Shells Under Internal Pressure.

2. UG-28 Thickness of Shells and Tubes Under External Pressure.
3. UG-32 Formed Heads and Sections, Pressure on the Concave Side.
4. UG-34 Unstayed Flat Heads and Covers (Formula 1 only).
5. UG-37 Reinforcement Required for Openings in Shells and Formed Heads.
6. UG-116 Required Marking.
7. UW-11 Radiographic and Ultrasonic Examination.
8. UW-12 Joint Efficiencies.
9. Appendix 1, 1-1 Thickness of Cylindrical and Spherical Shells.
10. Appendix 10
When solving math problems whether for the examination or for actual work situations a few simple rules
are necessary.
1. Make a diagram of the problem.

2. List the given values.
3. Derive any values not given.
4. Show formula to be used including source designation.
5. Enter all factors into formula and make calculation.
6. Check calculation for errors.
7. State conclusion.
The examination math problems are normally based on the concept that the vessel or vessel part has
been in service. This means that there are no original design questions to consider.
Under these circumstances there are certain basic points that must be understood when solving the math
problems. These are:
1. Efficiencies are determined by the extent of radiography, type of joint and the application of Table
UW-12, UW-11(a)(5)(b) and UW-12(d) as applicable.
2. When determining allowable pressure or thickness in corroded conditions for cylindrical shells or
pipe the inside radius is taken at the bottom of the corroded area exclusive of corrosion
allowance.
3. When solving a problem to determine tmin for use in a remaining life problem the inside radius to
use is the original radius increased by the amount of corrosion allowance specified in the
problem.
4. Radii may have to be adjusted depending on the existence of corrosion allowances. Unless
specifically stated otherwise in the problem corrosion allowance is assumed to be "0".
5. Static head is to be considered only when the problem gives relevant height or other data,
otherwise it is assumed to be "0".
The following are some typical math problems which cover each of the formulas that you will study.
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QUESTION: 1
During the inspection of a horizontal pressure vessel a corroded area was found on the inside surface,
the thickness at the point was measured to be .906 inches thick. Checking the ASME Data Report for the
vessel it was found that the shell plate was 1-1/4 inch purchased thickness, 48 inch inside diameter, of
SA-516 Gr. 70 material, the shell was rolled and welded using a type 1 longitudinal seam with full
radiographic examination. No corrosion allowance was specified. The MAWP is 600 psig at 300 F. All
openings in the vessel are fully reinforced, welded connections. S is 17500.
As the Inspector what position would you take with regard to this area of thinned shell? (Show your
calculations upon which you based your decision.)
QUESTION: 2
A vessel has fixed tube sheets with 40, 4 inch outside diameter by 0.120 inch minimum wall thickness
tubes of SA-192 material installed between tubesheets. The total unsupported length is 72 inches. The
vessel is stamped 500 psig at 400 F.
on the shell side. Do these tubes comply with Code requirements?
QUESTION: 3
A seamless 2:1 elliptical head on a horizontal pressure vessel is found by inspection to have a minimum
thickness of 7/8 inch. The nameplate shows a MAWP of 500 psi at 600 degrees. The vessel has not been
radiographed and the Data Report shows that UW-11(a)(5)(b) has not been applied. The inside length of
the major axis is 42 inches. The material is SA-516 Grade 60, S = 15,000. Must the MAWP be reduced?
QUESTION: 4
A seamless flat circular head, attached to a cylinder as shown in Fig. UG-34(b-1), has been subjected to
corrosion near the center of the head which has reduced the thickness below acceptable limits. The
reduced area is to be restored by weld buildup. The head is made of SA-105 material, S = 17500 with an
inside diameter d of 36 inches. The hydrostatic head acting on the flat head is 10 psig. From the
nameplate, the MAWP is 550 psi at 475 F and RT-3 is the extent of radiography. What is the minimum
required thickness of the head after the weld buildup has been completed?
QUESTION: 5
A vessel is to be altered to add a new nozzle to a cylindrical shell. The Engineer has provided the
following information:
P= 605 psig design pressure F = 1 unitless (Fig. 37)

t= 3.0 in. vessel thickness R = 36 in. inside vessel radius
E1= 1 for vessel and nozzle c = 0 in. corrosion allowance
tn= 1.5 in. nozzle thickness S= 15,000 psi vessel
d= 12 in. nozzle inside diameter Sn= 15,000 psi nozzle
h= 0 in. internal nozzle projection
Outward nozzle weld leg = 1 in.
See Fig. UW-16.1(e) for mounting.
Does this nozzle have adequate reinforcement to meet Code without additional reinforcement?
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QUESTION: 6
A hydrostatic test is to be performed on a pressure vessel using the same methodology as required by
Section VIII, Div. 1 Code where the MAWP is 725 psig at 700 F. The vessel is a single chamber vessel
constructed of SA-516 Gr. 70 or equal materials. Sd= 16600, St = 17500. Describe the hydrostatic test
along with the required test pressure. (Show your calculations.)
QUESTION: 7
Calculate the pneumatic test pressure and describe the pressure test for a vessel of SA-515 Gr 60, S =
15000, with a temperature of 450 F and an MAWP of 800 psig. The MDMT is 100 F.
QUESTION: 8
A welded nozzle is installed into a vessel shell using two fillet welds as shown in Figure UW-16.1(i). The
nozzle thickness tn = 0.75 in., the shell thickness t = 1.5 in., t1= 0.5 in., and t2 = 0.375 inch. Does the as
measured weld throat dimension meet Code requirements?
QUESTION: 9
A pressure vessel shell with the following characteristics is to have a plate replaced using SA-515-70
material.
Minimum thickness 1.125"

Inside radius 30"
E 1.00
MAWP 641 psig @ 300 F.
PWHT Applied to original vessel but not mandatory
MDMT -20 F.
S 17500
Ratio of design stress 1.00
to allowable tensile stress
Does the replacement plate require impact testing?
QUESTION: 10
A vertical pressure vessel is to be hydrostatically tested for an MAWP of 125 psi. Two pressure gages will
be used to monitor pressure. One is placed at the top of the vessel at the 175 ft. The other is placed at
the 25 ft. level. Stress ratio is 1.0 for the materials. As the Inspector you are to read the test pressure
gauge at the 25 ft level. What pressure reading would you expect to observe?
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The following general knowledge areas of Section VIII, Division 1 must be studied as a basis for
answering the quiz questions. These areas are:
1. U-1 through U-3, Introduction.
2. UG-4 through UG-46.
5. UW-1 through UW-60.
6. UCS-1 through UCS-115.
7. Appendices 1-1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, L, and W.
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ASME SECTION VIII DIVISION 1 PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. The ASME Code used for the construction of pressure vessels is:
a. Section I
b. Section IV
c. Section VIII, Division 1
2. When designing pressure vessels containing cast material what corrections are required to be
made to the allowable stress values?
3. Material subject to stress due to pressure shall conform to:
a. ASTM standards
b. API-ASME specifications
c. ASME Section II, with specified limitations
4. Can material that is not identified with one of the permitted specifications in Section VIII be
accepted as meeting the requirements of a permitted specification?
5. Define minimum design metal temperature?
6. The design formulas in Section VIII address what loadings?
7. When calculating the required thickness or internal design pressure of a cylindrical shell the
formula most commonly used considers:
a. circumferential stress
b. longitudinal stress
c. both a and b
8. What is the minimum thickness permitted for shells and heads?
9. A torispherical head on a vessel must be replaced, what formula would apply if the knuckle radius
is 6% of the inside crown radius?
10. What are the two methods of calculating the MAWP for a convex head with the pressure on the
convex side?
11. An circular unstayed flat head is to be replaced on a pressure vessel. The head is similar to that
shown in Figure UG-34(h). What formula would you use and what "C" factor would apply?
12. What product forms are required to have a material test report or certificate of compliance?
13. Welding materials must be provided with a Certified Test Report or a Certificate of Compliance?
True or False
14. What Code paragraph addresses Quick Actuating Closures?
15. Are openings in pressure vessels limited to only those of circular shape? If not, If no, what are the
permitted shapes?
16. What classes of vessels are not considered to be within the scope of Section VIII Division 1?
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17. Certain openings that are not subject to rapid fluctuation do not require reinforcement other than
that inherent in the construction. What are the size limitations for these openings?
18. When calculating the required thickness of vessel and nozzle walls to determine the required
reinforcement what "E" factor is used?
19. On what theory is the reinforcement of openings based?
20. What are the limits of reinforcement measured parallel to and normal to the vessel wall?
21. Can credit be taken for reinforcement material having an allowable stress value higher than that
of the vessel wall?
22. UG-41(b) requires that strength calculations be made for certain welded nozzle configurations.
Which configurations are exempt from these strength calculations?
23. Nozzle necks other than those for access openings and openings for inspection require special
attention regarding their required thickness. Where are these requirements found and briefly
explain their application?
24. A replacement torispherical head of P-No. 1, Group No. 1 material is required for a low alloy steel
vessel. The head thickness before forming is 1 inch and the knuckle radius is 3 inches. The head
is to be formed at 8000F. Does this head require heat treating after forming?
25. When nozzles are welded into a pressure vessel what must be done to the exposed inside
edges?
26. What are the requirements for identification of material at the completion of a newly constructed
pressure vessel?
27. What is the maximum out of roundness permitted for any shell cross section?
28. Under what conditions may the out of roundness tolerance exceed the 1% value?
29. What are the shape tolerances that apply to torispherical and ellipsoidal heads?
30. What is the difference between RT 1 and RT 2?
31. The material specifications specify either a material test report or a certificate of compliance.
What is the difference between the two?
32. When a pressure part is to be welded to a flat plate thicker than 1/2 inch to form a corner joint
some additional examinations must be made. Where are these requirements found?
33. Define Maximum Allowable Working Pressure for a completed vessel and a part of a vessel?
34. All pressure vessels for external pressure service must have stiffener rings installed?
True or False
35. When determining the minimum required hydrostatic test pressure what correction factor must be
taken into account?
36. Non pressure parts that are welded to a vessel shall meet what criteria?
37. What is the minimum and maximum range permitted for dial indicating test gages?
38. When openings are to pass through welded joints what additional provisions apply?
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39. Is there any upper limit on the hydrostatic test pressure that is applied to a vessel?
40. Sketch a typical form of stamping with the following data included:
X Y Z Company
MAWP 400 psi @ 350 0F
MDMT - 200F @ 400 psi
Serial No. 12345
Vessel completed 4-25-91
Welded main seams
Vessel completely spot radiographed
41. What are the markings that can be applied to the stamping for vessels that have been
radiographed?
42. A carbon steel vessel has a required thickness of 3/16 inch. The shell is seamless and the vessel
is stamped RT3. Must additional corrosion allowance be provided?
43. You are reviewing the stamping on a vessel and note that the extent of radiography is RT 3. The
vessel was constructed in the year 1994. What "E" factor would you use when calculating the
shell and head thicknesses if type 1 joints were used?
44. What special service conditions are applicable in Section VIII and where are they found?
45. What are the four weld joint categories?
46. What is the mandatory minimum test temperature that shall be used during a hydrostatic or a
pneumatic pressure test?
47. Category defines:
a. location of joint
b. type of joint
48. You are welding a seamless torispherical head to a seamless shell. To be able to allow the full
allowable stress value on the head what must be done to the weld joint?
49. Do butt welds in nozzles and communicating chambers that neither exceed NPS 10 nor 1-1/8
inch wall thickness in a lethal vessel require any radiographic examination?
50. Sketch an example of a Type 1 and Type 2 weld joint?
51. A nozzle neck is to be replaced. What are the requirements for determining the correct weld sizes
for partial penetration welds?
52. You are reviewing the stamping on a pressure vessel and find two nameplates, one of which is
for a part. What would you expect to find when you are reviewing the Manufacturer's Data Report
for the vessel?
53. What is the permitted alignment tolerance when joining a torispherical head to a seamless shell
with both having a section thickness of 9/16 inch?
54. A finished Category B joint with a nominal thickness of 1-1/16 inch has a maximum reinforcement
of 9/32 inch. Does this meet Code requirements?
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55. You are replacing the head on a vessel constructed in 1994. The Data Report shows the material
to be SA-516 Grade 60 not normalized. The nominal thickness is 1-1/2 inch. What would be the
MDMT for this material considering the required thickness times E* equals the nominal thickness
minus corrosion allowance?
56. You are replacing the bolting on a vessel with SA-193 Grade B5 bolts. The MDMT is - 210F. Is
impact testing required?
57. You must replace the reinforcing plate around a nozzle. What is the requirement regarding the
size of the telltale hole?
58. To utilize SWP’s, additional controls must be added to what document?
59. What alternatives to SNT-TC-1A are allowed for personnel qualifications for radiographers or UT
operators?
60. What are the minimum sizes permitted for elliptical or obround manways or circular manways?
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ASME CODE SECTION IX
A good general knowledge of Section IX is required to evaluate the acceptability of a Welding Procedure
Specification (WPS) its qualifying Procedure Qualification Record (PQR) and the Welders Performance
Qualification Record (WPQ). The actual examination is limited to the welding portion of the Code only and
to the processes shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc
welding (GMAW) and submerged arc welding (SAW). No more than one process will be included on a
WPS, PQR or WPQ.
A technical knowledge of welding such as that held by a welding engineer or technician is not necessary
to perform the evaluation of the WPS, PQR and WPQ or to answer any of the quiz questions or those on
the examination.
The evaluation consists of four separate phases which are:
1. Are all of the essential, supplemental essential variables when applicable and nonessential
variables as required by the process addressed on the Welding Procedure Specification and are
there any errors or incompatibilities?
2. Are all the essential and supplemental essential variables when applicable as required by the
process recorded on the Procedure Qualification Record and are there any other errors or
incompatibilities?
3. Are all the required essential variables addressed for the qualification of the welder and are
actual values and qualified ranges recorded and are they correct or do incompatibilities exist?
Some examples of suspect data is as follows:
1. Base material specification and P-No. that are not compatible.

2. Welding material classification and F-No. that are not compatible.
3. Root gap and use of retainers is required to be addressed but is missing.
4. Tensile test specimen sizes, areas, ultimate unit stresses do not meet requirements.
5. Incorrect type or size of bend specimens.
6. An actual value for a welders essential variable is or is not given but no range qualified is
indicated.
A study of the following areas of Section IX is required:
1. Part QW
a) Article I - Welding General Requirements.

b) Article II - Welding Procedure Qualification:
1) Excluding QW 202.4(1).
2) Limited to P-Nos. 1, 3, 5, and 8 base materials.
3) Excluding special welding processes.
c) Article III - Welding Performance Qualification.
d) Article IV - Welding Data:
1) Excluding QW-462.5 through .11.
2) Excluding QW-470.
You will be given several sample WPS’s and PQR’s to review during the course. The following
comprehensive quiz on ASME Section IX will help you prepare for that portion of the presentation.
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ASME CODE SECTION IX PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. If a performance qualification is made on a groove weld in a pipe over 24" in the 3G test position
for what position(s) is the welder qualified?
2. What is the purpose of the WPS and PQR combination?
3. The performance qualification of a welder/welding operator shall expire when no welding is

performed in the process for what period of time?
4. If a tension test specimen breaks in the base metal outside of the weld or fusion zone what are
the acceptance criteria?
5. When corrosion resistant weld overlay cladding is not a factor would a 1/16" open defect be
acceptable for a guided bend specimen?
6. What is the purpose of a WPS?
7. Pipe diameter is not an essential variable for a welder under the GMAW process?
8. Under what conditions can a PQR be revised?
9. Does procedure qualification on a 1-1/2" thick base metal qualify the procedure to be used to
repair groove welds and to make weld buildups on base metal thicknesses no exceeding 8"?
10. 1G and 6G are test positions or positions for which a welder is qualified?
11. Groove design and retainers are essential variables for the SMAW process?
12. Anyone can supervise the welders making procedure and performance test coupons?
13. Performance test coupons are required to be visually examined to confirm complete joint
penetration and fusion?
14. The base metals and filler metals used during qualification do not have to be one or more of
those listed in the WPS?
15. Can an existing PQR be used to support a newly written WPS?
16. Can organizations with two or more companies having different names exchange WPS's and
PQR's?
17. The WPS specifies a single V groove design. Can the PQR use a double V groove to qualify the
WPS?
18. For what processes and P-No.'s may welders be alternatively qualified by radiographic
examination?
19. When and immediate retest is made following failure of the visual examination how many test
coupons are required for each position which failed?
20. If a welder/welding operator has left the employ of an organization and has not welded for a
period of five years what are the qualification renewal requirements?
21. If QW-404.15 is shown as a variable can a welder who has welded F-No. 4 filler metal without
backing also weld F-No's 3, 2 and 1 without backing?
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22. Multiple reduced section specimens can be used for tension tests on thicknesses not exceeding
1 inch?
23. If QW-406.1 is shown as a variable and the preheat temperature qualified was 3500F, would a
preheat of 4520F require requalification?
24. When are longitudinal bend specimens permitted to be used?
25. What is the minimum specified tensile strength of the following base metals:
a) SA-53 Type F
b) SA336 Type F3V
26. If a welder uses a P-No. 1 material for a qualification test coupon what base metals is he qualified
to weld?
27. Can a welder who has passed the required tests for groove welds make fillet in all thicknesses
and pipe diameters of any size?
28. What ASME Specification and F-No. is the filler metal E-6010?
29. What are the procedure qualification bend test requirements for a 3/8" test coupon?
30. Is the term N/A addressing and essential or nonessential variable?
31. How many tension test specimens are required to qualify a welder?
32. If a 2-7/16" OD test coupon is welded by a welder what is the minimum and maximum outside
diameters qualified?
33. If a filler metal is A-No. 1 what elements must be shown on the analysis?
34. What is the specimen width of a tension test reduced section - plate?
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API RP 577
This document is supplemental to ASME Section IX and there is a lot of duplication. Areas to concentrate
on are those bits not covered in ASME Section IX.
API RP 571
Make sure you review the damage mechanisms listed at the beginning of this pre study guide for your
examination and only study those mechanisms. Concentrate on key data about how, where and when the
damage occurs. Critical temperatures, pH etc are common key questions.
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ANSWER KEYS
The references listed below for the written questions are where the answers to the quizzes can be found.
API 510
1. 1.1
2. Appendix A
3. 5.4
4. 5.5
5. 3.1 and 3.15
6. 3.1
7. 6.1
8. 6.3
9. 5.5
10. 6.6
11. 3.11
12. 6.7
13. 3.15
14. 3.16
15. App. B
16. 5.2
17. 5.3
18. 5.5
19. 6.3
20. 5.5
21. 6.4
22. 5.6
23. 5.7
24. 5.7
25. 5.7
26. 6.4
27. 4.3
28. 5.7
29. 6.6
30. 6.4
31. 5.1
32. 6.3
33. 5.6
34. 6.4
35. 7.1
36. 6.4
37. 6.5
38. 7.2.7
39. 6.5
40. 6.5
41. 6.5
42. 6.6
43. 6.6
44. 6.6
45. 5.7
46. 7.1
47. 7.2
48. 7.2.3.1
49. 6.5
50. 7.2.5
51. 7.2.5
52. 6.4
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53. 7.2.7
54. 7.3
55. 7.3
56. 5.7
57. 5.7
58. 6.4
59. 7.2.6
60. 7.2.3.2
61. 7.2.6
62. 7.2.10
63. 7.2.3.2
64. 6.4
65. 5.7
66. 7.1
67. 3.2
68. 3.2
69. 7.2
70. 6.2
71. 6.2
72. 6.2
73. 6.6
74. 3.20
75. 5.8
76. 3.21
77. 5.8
78. 6.4
RP572
1. 4.3
2. 9.2
3. 9.3
4. 10.4.5
5. Figure A-11
6. 4.3
7. 10.2.1
8. Section 5
9. 8.2
10. 8.5
11. 8.5
12. 10.3.7
13. 9.1
14. 9.1
15. 9.2
16. 10.1
17. 10.1
18. 10.1
19. 8.3.7
20. 10.5
21. 4.3
22. 7.1
23. 8.2
24. 10.2.2
25. 10.3.2
26. 10.3.3, 10.3.6, 10.3.8
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27. 10.5
28. Figure 4
29. Section 5
30. 10.3.13
31. A.9.1
32. 10.3.13
33. 10.8.1
34. 10.4
35. 10.4.5
36. 10.4.6
37. 10.4.2
38. 10.4.3
39. 10.5
40. 10.8.1
41. 10.4.6
42. 12.2
43. 10.8.2
44. 10.8.2
45. 10.7
46. 10.9
47. 10.9
48. Section 11
49. 10.9
50. Section 11
51. 12.1
52. 12.2
53. 12.2
54. 10.8.3
55. 12.1
56. 12.1
57. Figure A-11
58. A.9.1
59. A.9.1
60. Section 11
61. Section 11
62. A.9.2
63. A.11
64. A.12
65. A.12
66. 3.7
67. 4.2
68. 8.5.3
69. 10.5
70. 10.4.4
71. 10.5
RP576
1. 4.2 – 4.9
2. 6.3
3. 4.9.2
4. 6.1
5. 6.4
6. 6.4.1.1 – 6.4.1.3
7. 6.5.2
8. 6.4.2
9. 6.5.1
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10. 6.5.4
11. 6.2.14 – 6.2.21
12. 7.1
13. 6.2.1
14. 7.2
15. 4.2.1
16. B.2
17. Figure B-1
18. 6.2.5
19. 6.2.9
20. 6.2.8
21. 6.2.14 – 6.2.15
22. 7.2
23. 7.2
24. 5.1 – 5.10
25. 4.3
26. 6.2.4
27. 6.2.4
28. 5.5
29. 4.2 – 4.9
30. 6.2.21
Section V
1. T-150
2. T-140
3. T-223
4. T-224
5. T-225
6. Deleted
7. Table T-233.1
8. T-271
9. T-276 or T-233
10. Deleted
11. Deleted
12. T-285 & Section VIII, UW-51(a)(3)
13. T-275.1
14. T-277.1
15. T-277.1(b)
16. T-277.2(b)(1)
17. T-277.3
18. T-282.1
19. T-276.2(a) & Table T-276
20. T-232
21. Section VIII, Appendices 6 & 8
22. T-282.2
23. T-291, T-292 & Section VIII UW-51(a)(1)
24. T-621.1
25. Deleted
26. Deleted
27. Deleted
28. Deleted
29. Deleted
30. Deleted
31. Deleted
32. T-641
33. Deleted
34. Deleted
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35. T-277.1
36. b, T-600
37. T-621.2
38. T-651
39. Deleted
40. T-631
41. T-761(c)
42. T-642, T-643, T-670
43. T-652
44. Section VIII UW-51(a)(1)
45. T-673.3
46. c, T-720
47. T-676.1
48. T-272
49. Section VIII Appendix 8-4
50. T-750
51. T-752
52. T-761(a)
53. T-762(b) & (c)
54. Section VIII Appendix 6-4
55. T-580
56. T-778.1
SOLUTIONS TO PRACTICE MATH PROBLEMS
Section VIII Math
QUESTION: 1
GIVEN:
Material SA-516-70 = 17,500 psi R = 24"

P = 600 psig
T = 300F
t = .906"
E = 1.00
ASSUMPTIONS:
No static head applies

Circumferential stress governs
Thinned area in solid plate not weld
No corrosion allowance
P does not exceed .385SE
t is less than 1/2R
FORMULA: UG-27(c)(1)
Original thickness = 1.250"

Corroded thickness = 0.906"
Amount of corrosion = 0.344"
P= SEt
R + .6t
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P = 17,500 x 1.00 x .906
24.344 + .6 x .906
P = 637 psi
CONCLUSION:
No action necessary since remaining thickness is adequate to sustain present MAWP. Area should be
monitored at future inservice inspections to determine corrosion rate per API 510 paragraph 3.3.
QUESTION: 2
GIVEN:
Do = 4 Do/t = 4/.120 = 33.33

t = 0.120"
L = 72" L/Do = 72/4 = 18
Material Chart = CS-1
Temperature = 4000F
A = 0.001
B = 9800
Pa = 4B
3(Do/t)
Pa = 4 x 9800
3 x 33.33
Pa = 392.039 psi
CONCLUSION:
Tubes do not comply with Code for external pressure.
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QUESTION: 3
GIVEN:
P = 500
t = .875"
S = 15,000
D = 42
E = 0.85
ASSUMPTIONS:
The minimum thickness is occurring in the knuckle region.
FORMULA: UG-32(d) because head is a 2:1 ratio
P = 2SEt
D + 0.2t
P = 2 x 15,000 x 0.85 x 0.875

42 + 0.2 x 0.875
P = 529.046 psi
CONCLUSION:
Head can continue to operate at present MAWP.
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QUESTION: 4
GIVEN:
S = 17,500
d = 36"
P = 550
E = 0.85
Hydrostatic head = 10 psi
C = 0.17
ASSUMPTIONS:
Head is seamless.
CP
t=d SE
t = 36 .17 x560 / 17500x.85
t = 2.88"
CONCLUSION:
The minimum required thickness at the weld buildup is 2.88".
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QUESTION: 5
GIVEN:
P = 605 psi S & Sn = 15,000 psi

F = 1.0 Outward weld leg = 1"
E1 = 1.0 E = 1.0
Rv = 36" t = 3.0"
d = 12" fr1 & fr2 = 1.0
tn = 1.5" h=0
FORMULA: UG-37
Limits of reinforcement:
Parallel:
d = 12"
Rn + tn + t = 6 + 1.5 + 3.0 = 10.5"
Normal:
2.5t = 2.5 x 3.0 = 7.5"
2.5tn + te = 2.5 x 1.5 + 0 = 3.75"
Shell and Nozzle required thickness:
tr = PRv / SE - 0.6P
tr = 605 x 36/ 15000 x 1.0 - .6 x 605
tr = 1.488"
trn = PRn / SE - 0.6P
trn = 605 x 6/ 15000 x 1.0 - .6 x 605
trn = 0.248"
A = d x tr = 12 x 1.488 = 17.856 in2
A1 = d(t - tr) = 12(3.0 - 1.488) = 18.144 in2
A1 = 2(t + tn) (t - tr) = 2(3.0 + 1.5) (3.0 - 1.488) = 13.608 in2
A1 > A Therefore reinforcement adequate
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WELD SIZE CHECK: Figure UW-16.1(e)
tc = not less than the smaller of 1/4" or 0.7tmin
tc required = smaller of 1/4"
or
0.7 x .75 = 0.525" use 1/4"
tc actual = .707 x 1.0 = 0.707" Greater than 1/4" OK
CONCLUSION:
Nozzle reinforcement and weld sizes meet Code requirements. Nozzle adequately reinforced.
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QUESTION: 6
GIVEN:
P = 725
Design temperature = 700F
Material Sd = 16,600 psi at design temperature
Material St = 17,500 psi at test temperature
FORMULA: UG-99
Pt = 1.3 x MAWP x St/Sd
Pt = 1.3 x 725 x 17.5/16.6
Pt = 993.39 psi
CONCLUSION:
The required test pressure is 994 psi. The steps necessary to perform the hydrostatic test are as follows:
1. Support vessel if necessary.

2. Close all openings with appropriately sized covers and bolting.
3. Fill with water and vent all air.
4. Attach pressure gage having a minimum range of 0 to 1491 and a maximum range of 0 to
3976psi.
5. Recommended metal test temperature of at least 30F above MDMT stamped on vessel but not in
excess of 120F.
6. Assure all hoses and connections subject to test pressure are adequate for the pressure.
7. Raise pressure slowly to test pressure.
8. Hold test pressure for time specified in written procedure, there is no Code mandated holding
time.
9. Perform close examination of all joints and connections at a pressure of at least 2/3 of test
pressure.
10. Release pressure and assure vents open to avoid collapse of vessel.
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QUESTION: 7
GIVEN:
P = 800 psi
Design Temperature = 450 F
MDMT = 100 F
Material Sd = 15,000 psi at design temperature
Material St = 15,000 psi at test temperature
FORMULA: UG-100
Pt = 1.0 x 800 x 15/15
Pt = 880 psi
CONCLUSION:
The test pressure is 880 psi and the test temperature is 130 F per API 510, 4.4 and UG-100 (c).
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QUESTION: 8
GIVEN:
t = 1.5"
tn = 0.75"
t1 = 0.500" throat dimension
t2 = 0.375" throat dimension
Figure UW-16.1(i)
FORMULA: UW-16(d)
t1 + t2 1-1/4 tmin
and
t1 or t2 not less than the smaller of 1/4 in. or 0.7tmin
tmin = the smaller of 3/4 in. or the thickness of the thinner of the parts joined.
REQUIRED:
t1 + t2 minimum is 1.25 x .75 = 0.9375 in.
0.7 x .75 = 0.525 use 1/4 in. because it is smaller of 0.525 in. and 1/4 in.
ACTUAL:
t1 + t2 = 0.500 + 0.375 = 0.875 in. This is less than required.
t1 and t2 both exceed 1/4 in. OK
CONCLUSION:
Construction does not meet Code because t1 + t2 is less than 1-1/4 tmin.
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QUESTION: 9
GIVEN:
tmin = 1.125"
R = 30 in.
P = 641 psi
S = 17,500 psi at design temperature
E = 1.00
Sd/Sa = 1.00
MDMT stamped on vessel nameplate = -20 F.
PWHT has been performed but not required by Code.
SA-515-70 material is a Curve A material per Fig. UCS-66 note (a).
ASSUMPTION:
Original plate was butt welded
FORMULA: UG-27(c)(1) to determine if tmin is nominal thickness
t = PR/SE - 0.6P
t = 641 x 30/17,500 x 1.00 - 0.6 x 641
t = 1.124" use tmin as t nominal (governing thickness at welded joint).
Using Table UCS-66 or Figure UCS-66 the MDMT of the material is 75F.
MDMT = +75
Reduction per UCS-68(c) +30 -
+45 F
CONCLUSION:
Since the MDMT for the plate is 45 F. and no further exemptions are available the plate must be impact
tested at - 20 F. In accordance with UG-84, acceptance criteria is as shown in Figure UG-84.1.
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QUESTION: 10
GIVEN:
MAWP = 125 psi

Vessel height = 175'
Pressure gage location = 25' level
FORMULA: UG-99
Pt = 1.3 x 125 x 1.00
Pt = 162.5 psi
There is 150 feet from top of vessel to pressure gage.
150 x .433 = 64.95 psi of static head
Test gage reading at 25' level = 162.5 + 64.95 = 227.45 psi
CONCLUSION:
The inspector would observe a pressure of approximately 228 psi minimum.
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Section VIII Written
1. (c), 58. UW-28(d)

2. UG-24 59. UW-51, Appendix 12
3. (c), UG-4(a) 60. UG-46 (g) (1)
4. UG-10
5. UG-20(b)
6. UG-22 Pressure only
7. a, UG-27(c)(1)
8. UG-16(b)
9. UG-32(e)
10. UG-33(a)(1) & (2)
11. UG-34 Formula (1), UG-34(c)(2), C=0.33
12. UG-93(a)(1)
13. UG-9
14. UG-35
15. UG-36(a)(1) & (2)
16. U-1(c)(1) thru (10)
17. UG-36(c)(3)(a)
18. UG-37(a)
19. Area replacement
20. UG-40
21. UG-41(a)
22. UW-15(b)
23. UG-45
24. UCS-79(d)
25. UG-76(c)
26. UG-77(a)
27. UG-80(a)(1)
28. UG-80(a)(2)
29. UG-81(a)
30. UG-116(e)(1) & (2)
31. Appendix 3
32. UG-93(d)(4)
33. UG-98(a) & (b)
34. UG-28
35. UG-99(b)
36. UW-5(b)
37. UG-102(b)
38. UG-36(d) & UW-14
39. UG-99(d)
40. Figure UG-118
41. UG-116(e)
42. UCS-25
43. UG-116(e)(3) & Table UW-12
44. UG-116(c) & UW-2
45. UW-3(a)
46. UW-99(h) & UG-100(c)
47. a, UW-3(a)
48. UW-11(a)(5)(b) & UW-52
49. UW-11(a)(2) & (4)
50. Type 1 has no backing strip while Type 2 does.
51. UW-16
52. UG-120
53. UW-33 & Table UW-33
54. UW-35
55. Figure UCS-66 +120
56. Yes, Figure UCS-66 [note (e)]
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57. UW-15(d)
Section IX
1. QW-461.9
2. QW-100.1
3. QW-322.1
4. QW-153(d)
5. QW-163
6. QW-200.1(a)
7. QW-355
8. QW-200.2(c)
9. QW-202.3(b)
10. QW-120
11. QW-253
12. QW-201 & 300.2
13. QW-190
14. QW-211
15. QW-200.2(f)
16. QW-201
17. QW-212
18. QW-304
19. QW-321.1
20. QW-322.2(a)
21. QW-433
22. QW-151.1(a)
23. QW-406.1
24. QW-161.5
25. QW/QB-422
26. QW-423
27. QW-303.1
28. QW-432
29. QW-451.1
30. QW-401
31. QW-452.1
32. QW-452.3
33. QW-422
34. QW-462.1(a)
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API-510 PRESTUDY GUIDE

API 510 PRESTUDY GUIDE

Introduction and What to Expect on the Actual Examination 1

Course Outline and Required Code Books 5

API 510 Body of Knowledge 7

API 510 Practice Questions 9

IRE II Practice Questions 13

RP 572 Practice Questions

RP 576 Practice Questions

ASME V NDE Practice Questions 20

Practice Math Problems 23

ASME VIII Div. 1 Practice Questions 26

ASME IX Practice Questions 31

Answers Keys to Practice Questions and Math Problems 34

Past Exam Questions Remembered by Ex-Students 52

Miscellaneous Quiz Questions 61

API 510 TRAINING COURSE

“ACHIEVE A PASSING GRADE ON THE API 510 EXAMINATION”

INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

API 510, PRESSURE VESSEL INSPECTOR CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION

FORMAT OF THE EXAMINATION

SUGGESTIONS FOR TAKING THE EXAMINATION

American Petroleum Institute

AFTER THE EXAM

NOTES ON ROUNDING IN MATHEMATIC EQUATIONS

Example #1 - “.0075” - is “.007” - (same as on test)

2. Pressure Calculations: Round to whole single digit as psi:

Example #1 - “239.3 psi” - is “239 psi” (same as test)

ASME 2001 Edition With 2002 & 2003 Addenda

Section V, Nondestructive Examination

Section VIII, Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels, Division I

Section IX, Welding and Brazing Qualifications, Part QW.

API 510 Eighth Edition June 1997 Plus Addendum 1, 2, 3 and 4

API 572 Second Edition February 2001

API 576 Second Edition December 2000

API 577 First Edition October 2004

4.2.3 – Temper Embrittlement

How Do I Prepare For Class?

What Do I Need To Bring To Class?

All the codebooks listed.

TO PREPARE FOR CLASS

This section contains the following:

• API 510 Practice Questions

• RP 572 Practice Questions

• RP 576 Practice Questions

• ASME V and NDE Practice Questions

• ASME VIII Practice Math Questions (10)

• ASME VIII Practice Questions

• ASME IX Practice Questions

API 510 PRACTICE QUESTIONS

1. The scope of API 510 covers?

4. What type of examination is the most important?

5. What is the difference between an alteration and a repair?

6. Is the addition of an unreinforced nozzle an alteration or a repair?

7. When is field inspection of a new vessel not required?

9. Name three types of surface preparation that may be needed?

11. Define on-stream inspection.

13. Which of the following are considered to be repair organizations?

a. holder of an ASME "S" stamp.

14. Define rerating.

16. Name five modes of deterioration.