NBIC Repairs & Alterations - In Person (2 days)

OBJECTIVES

• Understanding the overall NBIC system
• Understanding requirements from Jurisdictions
• Understanding definition & requirements applicable to alterations
• Understanding definition & requirements applicable to repairs

WHO THE COURSE IS FOR?

This course will be helpful for anyone interested in making alterations or repairs per the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC). It will be especially helpful for those who are taking their first steps into the NBIC world.

COURSE CONTENTS

Thiscourse provides instruction on the organization and use of NBIC Part 3.Included will be an introduction to the National Board (NB) system, objectivesand functions of the NB, jurisdictional precedence, and the relationship of theASME codes to NBIC activities. We will discuss the difference between an alterationand a repair, the requirements for Quality Control Systems, welding, post weld heattreatment, examination, testing, stamping, and certification. There also willbe time set aside for general discussion and answers to any questions.

Note: Payment must be received prior to the first day of the course to attend. 

A Certificate of Attendance with professional development hours (PDH) is issued.  *The training seminar will be held from 8 AM to 4:00 PM local time. Attendees are responsible for their own hotel rooms. If a special room rate is available, we will send you that information. 
*Times may vary based on class participation. 

NOTE: Lunch and Dinner ARE NOT provided unless otherwise noted. Breakfast items with beverages are available in the mornings. 

Each attendee will receive a copy of the course material. Please bring your Laptop to class and your NBIC Book. 

Attire is casual. 

SCHEDULED INSTRUCTORS - One of the following instructors will teach Courses:

Paul Shanks

Paul has a master’s degree in mechanical engineering and 17 years’ experience in the pressure equipment industry. Paul has designed pressure vessels for use in the pharmaceutical industry, and heat exchangers. He also worked to support the British Navy’s Nuclear Submarine program designing components and developing facility capability and spent time as a manufacturing engineer developing and sharing best practices on the cutting edge of welding and vessel fabrication technology. Paul is a Commissioned Inspector working in our technical back office to provide support to our clients, and Inspectors on all ASME and NBIC subject matters. Paul has attended and participated in NBIC and ASME committee meetings since 2017.

Stacey Marks ,P.E., C.W.I

Stacey has over 30 years of experience working with welding and pressure vessel codes including5 years at a NDE lab certifying welders through mechanical testing, and 25years working for a global pressure vessel manufacturer producing over 4,000ASME U-stamped vessels a year. During her tenure at the manufacturing company, she held roles of Quality Engineer, Engineering Manager, and Quality Manager. She has successfully written and implemented ASME and PED QC programs for the manufacturing and repair of pressure vessels. Stacey is a Professional Engineer and a Certified Welding Inspector and has extensive practical experience with Section VIII construction and Section IX welding & supervision. She recently passed the National Board Authorized Inspector exam. Stacey has participated in the ASME and NB Codes & Standards Committees since 2013.She is a member of both the ASME Standards Committee for Pressure Vessels, and the ASME Standards Committee for Welding, Brazing, and Fusing. She is Chair of Section VIII sub-group Fabrication & Examination, and Chair of Section IX sub-group Brazing. In addition to her expertise with the ASME Codes, she has an easy going style and an ability to communicate and explain the code in a simplified manner.