ASME B31.3 Process Piping Course - Introduction

Scope of B31.3 Course

This course covers piping as typically used in process plants

Not covered:

• 􀂃Pipelines
• 􀂃Plumbing
• 􀂃Nuclear plant piping

Topics Covered

1. Introduction

2. Metallic Pipe & Fitting Selection
3. Materials
4. Pressure Design
5. Valve Selection
6. Flexibility Analysis
7. Layout and Support
8. Flexibility
9. Support and Equipment Load Limits
10. Flexibility Analysis Methods

11. Designing with Expansion Joints

12. Fabrication and Installation

13. Inspection, Examination and Testing

14. Category M Fluid Service

15. Nonmetallic Piping Systems

16. High Pressure Piping

17. Inspection, Repair, Alteration and Rerating

18. What’s Different in B31.1