ASME Group A: PV&P 02 - Section VIII Division 2: Design and Fabrication for Pressure Vessels

This course describes the use of alternative rules for the design and fabrication of pressure vessels given in ASME BPV Code, Section VIII, Division 2. This course offers a deep insight into the benefits of applying these alternative rules.  The course presents a brief history and background for these rules and introduces the new Class 1 and Class 2 vessel types by explaining their differences regarding their design and construction. Participants are introduced to the materials, design, fabrication, toughness, examination, inspection, testing and certification requirements with a detailed discussion making these concepts easier to grasp. Participants will understand the complex rules of the ASME Section VIII, Division 2 and how to effectively apply them. In today's increasingly competitive environment, manufacturers and designers of Pressure Vessels need to produce cost-effective, state-of-the-art products. The lower design margin of the ASME Division 2 Code vs. Division 1 makes it more competitive with other international codes. Using case studies, participants will learn how to apply the design and analysis rules.

Outline

• Introduction and general requirements.
• Data report and stamping.
• Materials requirements.
• Material toughness requirements.
• Design by rule requirements.
• Design for internal pressure.
• Design for external pressure and buckling.
• Design rules for openings.
• Design by analysis requirements.
• Fabrication requirements.
• Inspection and examination requirements.
• Pressure testing and over-pressure protection requirements.

Learning Objectives/Outcomes

• Explain and compare the requirements of Divisions 1 and 2 of Section VIII.
• Explain the theories of failure and design margins of various codes.
• Identify the general requirements of the new Division 2.
• Describe design rules and stress analysis methods.
• Explain fatigue analysis.
• Identify materials and fabrication requirements.
• Identify Nondestructive Examination (NDE) requirements, pressure testing, and pressure relief requirements.

Check course scheduling information