PenEdu Learning’s ASME B31Q Courses and Performance Evaluations (Checklists)

Our Pipeline Operator Qualification (OQ) courses are designed to assist natural gas Distribution and Pipeline operators, and their Contractor Partners met the requirements of the DOT Operator Qualification Rule 49 CFR 192 Subpart N.  The DOT OQ Rule requires pipeline operators to develop and maintain a written qualification program for individuals performing covered tasks on pipeline facilities.  The DOT also requires the Contractor Partners that work for pipeline operators to qualify their personnel on covered tasks.  PenEdu Learning’s ASME B31Q Library contains 114 online course titles plus the Performance Evaluation (Checklists) and are designed to meet the OQ needs of Natural Gas Operators and their Contractor Partners. Hover your cursor over the graphic below and then click to open, review, or download the full list of  ASME B31Q Online course titles and Checklists.

The ASME B31Q Covered Tasks are aligned with the ASME compliant courses and checklists. The course and checklist titles follow the ASME tasks numbering structure.  In addition to the ASME based courses, Users will find general-purpose Technical Training courses and operator qualification courses listed by category that is based on typical operational topics.   These courses may touch on one or more covered tasks.

ASME B31Q Online Course Codes, Titles, Certificate of Completion, and Course Summaries

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Certificate of Completion - ASME B31Q

The Pipeline Operations & Maintenance Certificate of Completion Program contains 19 hours of online content.  The program focuses on key Pipeline O&M skills.

ASME-0001 Measure Structure -to-Electrolyte Potential

Measure Structure-to-Electrolyte Potential explains the knowledge required to perform cathodic protection tests, including an overview of cathodic protection systems and test equipment, and the procedure for measuring structure-to-electrolyte potential. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (15 min)

ASME-0001 Measure Structure -to-Electrolyte Potential

Measure Structure-to-Electrolyte Potential explains the knowledge required to perform cathodic protection tests, including an overview of cathodic protection systems and test equipment, and the procedure for measuring structure-to-electrolyte potential. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (15 min)

ASME-0021 - Measure Soil Resistivity

Measure Soil Resistivity covers soil resisitivity measurement methods, the appropriate measuring equipment and tools, proper testing locations, how to measure soil resisitivity and record data, and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during this task. (25 min)

ASME-0031 - Inspect and Monitor Galvanic Ground Beds/Anodes

Inspect and Monitor Galvanic Ground Beds/Anodes explains how to inspect and monitor galvanic ground beds and anodes by verifying their test location, taking structure-to-electrolyte potentials, analyzing the remaining life of the anodes, and documenting the results. Possible abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (20 min)

ASME-0041 - Installation and Maintenance of Mechanical Electrical Connections

Installation and Maintenance of Mechanical Electrical Connections explains how to install mechanical electrical connections, verify the test equipment, perform maintenance on damaged test leads, and verify mechanical integrity and electrical continuity. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (10 min)

ASME-0051 - Installation of Exothermic Electrical Connections

Installation of Exothermic Electrical Connections explains the purpose of installing electrical connections, discusses the knowledge required prior to performing the exothermic welds, describes the steps and equipment for performing exothermic welds, and lists possible abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the installation. (20 min)

ASME-0061 - Inspect or Test Cathodic Protection Bonds

Inspect or Test Cathodic Protection Bonds explains the purpose of cathodic protection bonds, types of bonds, the use of shunts, the procedure for inspecting and testing, and how to recognize and react to any abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may occur during the inspection or testing. (15 min)

ASME-0071 - Inspect or Test Cathodic Protection Electrical Isolation Devices

Inspect or Test Cathodic Protection Electrical Isolation Devices explains the purpose of electrical isolation devices, the locations and types of isolating devices, the procedures for inspecting and testing isolation devices, and discusses abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while inspecting or testing cathodic protection electrical isolation devices. (20 min)

ASME-0081 - Install Cathodic Protection Electrical Isolation Devices

Install Cathodic Protection Electrical Isolation Devices explains the purpose of installing electrical isolating devices, the knowledge and skills required, the procedures for installing various electrical isolating devices, and potential abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the process. (25 min)

ASME-0091 - Troubleshoot Active Cathodic Protection System

Troubleshoot Active Cathodic Protection System explains the purpose of troubleshooting cathodic protection systems and describes the equipment needed for troubleshooting, the troubleshooting procedures, and the abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (20 min)

ASME-0101 - Inspect Rectifier and Obtain Readings

Inspect Rectifier and Obtain Readings reviews the role of a rectifier in cathodic protection, explains the procedures for inspecting a rectifier and obtaining electrical output readings to verify the proper performance of the rectifier, and describes possible abnormal operating conditions (AOCs). (15 min)

ASME-0111 - Maintain Rectifier

Maintain Rectifier reviews the role of a rectifier in cathodic protection, identifies the knowledge and skills required for performing maintenance on a rectifier, explains the procedure for performing rectifier maintenance, and describes abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (35 min)

ASME-0141 - Visual Inspection for Atmospheric Corrosion

Visual Inspection for Atmospheric Corrosion explains the purpose of visual inspections for atmospheric corrosion, illustrates the types of coating failures, explains the procedure for visual inspections, and lists abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while performing an inspection. (15 min)

ASME-0151 - Visual Inspection of Buried Pipe and Components When Exposed

Visual Inspection of Buried Pipe and Components When Exposed explains the purpose of the inspection; defines the terms related to external corrosion, coatings, coating anomalies, and coating methods; explains the procedure for the inspection; and discusses abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the task. (20 min)

ASME-0161 - Visual Inspection for Internal Corrosion

Visual Inspection for Internal Corrosion describes the types of corrosion that may be discovered while visually inspecting the internal surfaces of a pipe or component, explains the inspection procedure, and describes possible abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (15 min)

ASME-0171 - Measure External Corrosion

Measure External Corrosion describes various types of corrosion that may be encountered while measuring external corrosion on steel pipe, explains how to measure external corrosion, and describes abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (25 min)

ASME-0181 - Measure Internal Corrosion

Measure Internal Corrosion describes various types of corrosion that may be encountered while measuring internal corrosion on steel pipe, explains the measuring and mapping procedure, and describes abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (30 min)

ASME-0191 - Measure Atmospheric Corrosion

Measure Atmospheric Corrosion examines types and characteristics of atmospheric corrosion on aboveground pipelines, surface preparations, equipment checks, measurement methods, and abnormal operations conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered when measuring atmospheric corrosion. (30 min)

ASME-0201 - Visual Inspection of Installed Pipe and Components for Mechanical Damage

Visual Inspection of Installed Pipe and Components for Mechanical Damage explains the purpose of visually inspecting for mechanical damage, the terms related to mechanical damage, the procedure for visually inspecting for mechanical damage, and any abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may occur while doing the inspection. (15 min)

ASME-0221 - Inspect, Test, and Maintain Sensing Devices

Inspect, Test, and Maintain Sensing Devices explains the purpose and different types of sensing devices; the procedure for inspecting, testing, and maintaining a sensing device; and potential abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (15 min)

ASME-0231 - Inspect, Test, and Maintain Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Inspect, Test, and Maintain Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) explains how to check the test equipment, visually inspect PLCs for damage, isolate and test them for proper operation, maintain them as needed, and return them to service. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while performing this task are included. (15 min)

ASME-0271 - Prove Flowmeters for Hazardous Liquid Leak Detection

Prove Flowmeters for Hazardous Liquid Leak Detection examines the use of master meters and conventional displacement provers for proving flowmeters for hazardous liquid leak detection. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (25 min)

ASME-0301 - Manually Opening and Closing Valves

Manually Opening and Closing Valves explores the manual operation of valves by using tools and also by manually operating actuators. The course includes preparations for the task, impact of pressure changes as a result of manual operation, and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that could be encountered during the task. (20 min)

ASME-0311 - Adjust and Monitor Flow or Pressure - Manual Valve Operation

Adjust and Monitor Flow or Pressure – Manual Valve Operation describes how to prepare for manual operation of valves, explains the processes for adjusting or monitoring flow or pressure, describes the types of valves, and discusses possible abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (25 min)

ASME-0321 - Valve Corrective Maintenance

Valve Corrective Maintenance describes how to prepare for valve corrective maintenance, discusses the types of valve corrective maintenance that may need to be performed, and identifies possible abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (20 min)

ASME-0331 - Valve - Visual Inspection and Partial Operation

Valve – Visual Inspection and Partial Operation describes the purpose of a visual inspection and partial operation of pipeline valves, explains how to visually inspect and partially operate valves, discusses how to perform routine lubrication of valves, and lists abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while performing the task. (15 min)

ASME-0331 - Valve - Visual Inspection and Partial Operation

Valve – Visual Inspection and Partial Operation describes the purpose of a visual inspection and partial operation of pipeline valves, explains how to visually inspect and partially operate valves, discusses how to perform routine lubrication of valves, and lists abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while performing the task. (15 min)

ASME-0391 - Pilot-Operated, Pressure-Regulating Device - Inspection, Testing, Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

Pilot-Operated, Pressure-Regulating Device – Inspection, Testing, Preventive and Corrective Maintenance explains the purpose of regulator inspection and maintenance; describes how to inspect, test, and maintain pilot-operated, pressure-regulating devices; and discusses how to recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while performing the task. (15 min)

ASME-0401 - Controller-Type, Pressure-Regulating Device - Inspection, Testing, Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

Controller-Type, Pressure-Regulating Device – Inspection, Testing, Preventive and Corrective Maintenance explains the purpose of inspections and maintenance; describes how to inspect, test, and maintain controller-type, pressure-regulating devices; and discusses how to recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while performing the task. (15 min)

ASME-0561 - Pressure Test: Nonliquid Medium - MAOP Less Than 100 psi

Pressure Test: Nonliquid Medium – MAOP Less Than 100 psi explains how to prepare for and conduct a pressure test on a pipeline with an MAOP less than 100 psi using a nonliquid medium, such as air or an inert gas. You will also learn about abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that you may encounter while conducting the test. (15 min)

ASME-0581 - Pressure Test: Liquid Medium

Pressure Test: Liquid Medium explains how to pressure test a pipeline using a liquid medium, such as water or another liquid medium designated by the operator. It also provides information about test preparations and design, recordkeeping, and abnormal operations (15 min).

ASME-0591 - Leak Test at Operating Pressure

Leak Test at Operating Pressure examines leak testing of pipelines at operating pressure, including the importance of tight pipeline connections and leak-free components; calibration, certification, and testing of equipment or media; and using leak-detection equipment. Recognizing and reacting to abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) is also discussed. (15 min)

ASME-0641 - Visually Inspect Pipe and Components Prior to Installation

Visually Inspect Pipe and Components Prior to Installation explains the importance of inspection of pipe and pipe components, possible defect terms, the procedure for the inspection, and possible abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that could be encountered while performing the inspection. (15 min)

ASME-0671 - Joining of Plastic Pipe: Solvent Cement

Joining of Plastic Pipe: Solvent Cement explains the purpose of joining plastic pipe with solvent cement, lists the materials needed, describes how to prepare and make the connection, discusses how to inspect the connection, and lists abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (10 min)

ASME-0681 - Joining of Plastic Pipe: Stab Fittings

Joining of Plastic Pipe: Stab Fittings explains the purpose of joining plastic pipe with stab fittings, materials needed, preparing for the connection, making the connection, and inspecting the connection. It also discusses abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the task. (10 min)

ASME-0691 - Joining of Pipe: Nonbottom-Out Compression Couplings

Joining of Pipe: Nonbottom-Out Compression Couplings examines the procedure for joining pipe 2 inches or less in outside diameter with nonbottom-out compression couplings. Inspection of the joined pipe as well as abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (15 min)

ASME-0701 - Joining of Pipe: Bottom-Out Compression Couplings

Joining of Pipe: Bottom-Out Compression Couplings examines the procedure for joining pipe 2 inches or less in outside diameter with bottom-out compression couplings, including proper preparation and tightening. Inspection of the joined pipe and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (15 min)

ASME-0711 - Joining of Pipe: Compression Couplings

Joining of Pipe: Compression Couplings examines the selection, preparation, installation, and inspection of compression couplings for joining pipe greater than 2 inches in diameter. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (15 min)

ASME-0721 - Joining of Pipe: Threaded Joints

Joining of Pipe: Threaded Joints explores how to join pipe with a threaded fitting and inspect the completed joint. The course examines key concepts such as pipe wall thickness and grade, diameter, thread type, pressure rating, and material. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (20 min)

ASME-0731 - Joining of Pipe: Flange Assembly

Joining of Pipe: Flange Assembly examines the steps necessary to assemble flanges, bolt them in sequence, and apply the proper torquing. Types of flanges and gaskets are discussed as are preparations for flange assembly and inspection of the completed assembly. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (20 min)

ASME-0751 - Joining of Plastic Pipe - Butt Heat Fusion: Manual

Joining of Plastic Pipe – Butt Heat Fusion: Manual discusses how to join plastic pipe using the butt fusion manual method. It also describes how to achieve an acceptable butt fusion joint. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (20 min)

ASME-0761 - Joining of Plastic Pipe - Butt Heat Fusion: Hydraulic Machine

Joining of Plastic Pipe – Butt Heat Fusion: Hydraulic Machine discusses how to join plastic pipe using the butt fusion manual method using a hydraulic machine. It also describes how to prepare the pipe for joining, how to place the pipe in the hydraulic machine, and how to achieve a properly fused joint. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (25 min)

ASME-0771 - Joining of Plastic Pipe: Sidewall Heat Fusion

Joining of Plastic Pipe: Sidewall Heat Fusion discusses the sidewall heat fusion method for joining plastic pipe and the associated steps of the task, including the required preparation and the heating and fusion process. It also describes a proper and improper heat fusion joint and lists common problems and causes of failed joints. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (25 min)

ASME-0781 - Joining of Plastic Pipe: Electrofusion

Joining of Plastic Pipe: Electrofusion discusses the electrofusion method of joining plastic pipe and the associated steps of the task, including the required preparation and the clamping and fusion process. It also describes proper and improper heat fusion and lists common problems and causes of failed joints or connections. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (30 min)

ASME-0791 - Joining of Plastic Pipe: Socket Heat Fusion

Joining of Plastic Pipe: Socket Heat Fusion discusses the purpose of the socket heat fusion method and the associated steps of the task, including preparation of the equipment, pipe, and fitting, as well as the heating and fusion process. It also describes a proper and improper socket heat fusion joint and lists common causes of failed joints. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (20 min)

ASME-0821 - Tubing and Fitting Installation: Instrument, Control, and Sampling

Tubing and Fitting Installation: Instrument, Control, and Sampling examines the service requirements for tubing installation, the adequacy of tubing and fittings for the intended service, and installation of tubing and fittings, including tube cutting and bending, and joining of tubing and fittings. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (25 min)

ASME-0861 - Installation of Steel Pipe in a Ditch

Installation of Steel Pipe in a Ditch discusses how to properly install steel pipe in a ditch. Discussion points include proper pipe handling procedures, ditch and pipe inspection, pipe installation, backfill preparations, and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs). (20 min)

ASME-0871 - Installation of Steel Pipe in a Bore

Installation of Steel Pipe in a Bore discusses the purpose for installing a steel pipe in a bore, as well as proper pipe handling, inspection of pipe and coating, and the pull-in method into the bore. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (20 min)

ASME-0881 - Installation of Steel Pipe Plowing/Pull-In

Installation of Steel Pipe Plowing/Pull-In explains the plowing/pull-in method for installing steel pipe, including preparing the pipe and equipment, inspecting exposed pipe and its coating, placing and attaching the pipe, and plowing the pipe into the ground. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (15 min)

ASME-0891 - Field Bending of Steel Pipe

Field Bending of Steel Pipe explains how to perform field bending of steel pipe, including proper pipe preparation and equipment setup, the procedure for field bending steel pipe, and post-procedure inspection. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (20 min)

ASME-0901 - Installation of Plastic Pipe in a Ditch

Installation of Plastic Pipe in a Ditch explains how to properly handle the plastic pipe, visually inspect the ditch and the pipe, install the pipe and tracer wire, visually inspect the installed pipe, document the task, and react to any abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (15 min)

ASME-0911 - Installation of Plastic Pipe in a Bore

Installation of Plastic Pipe in a Bore explains how to handle plastic pipe, install the pipe in a bore, visually inspect the pipe after installation, and react to abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (10 min)

ASME-0921 - Installation of Plastic Pipe Plowing/Pull-In

Installation of Plastic Pipe Plowing/Pull-In explains how to properly handle the plastic pipe, install the pipe using the plowing/pull-in method, visually inspect the pipe after installation, and document the task. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while performing the task are also discussed. (10 min)

ASME-0931 - Installation of Plastic Pipe by Plowing/Planting

Installation of Plastic Pipe by Plowing/Planting explains how to handle plastic pipe, how to install the pipe using the plowing/planting method, how to visually inspect the pipe after installation, and how to react to abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (10 min)

ASME-0935 - Relocation of a Pipeline

Relocation of a Pipeline explains reasons you would move a pipeline, describes the preparation work and the process of moving a pipeline, and discusses post inspection and related abnormal operating conditions (AOCs). (15 min)

ASME-0941 - Install Tracer Wire

Install Tracer Wire explains the purpose of tracer wire for plastic pipe, how to install tracer wire, how to test the mechanical integrity and continuity after the wire is installed, and how to recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the task. (10 min)

ASME-0951 - Installation of Pipe Aboveground

Installation of Pipe Aboveground explains requirements for installing pipe aboveground, including the proper handling of pipe, anchor and support requirements, and inspections points. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (20 min)

ASME-0981 - Backfilling

Backfilling describes how to prevent damage to a pipeline while backfilling a trench after maintenance, explains the procedure for backfilling a trench, and describes abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (20 min)

ASME-0991 - Coating Application and Repair: Brushed or Rolled

Coating Application and Repair: Brushed or Rolled explains how to prepare and apply protective coating to pipes, tanks, and other industrial surfaces using the brushed and rolled application techniques. It also discusses surface preparation, application techniques, and inspection points. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (30 min)

ASME-1001 - Coating Application and Repair: Sprayed

Coating Application and Repair: Sprayed explains how to apply protective coating to pipes, tanks, and other industrial surfaces using the sprayed application technique. The course also covers surface preparation, proper application technique, and visual inspection points. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (25 min)

ASME-1011 - External Coating Application and Repair: Wrapped

External Coating Application and Repair: Wrapped explains how to apply protective coating to pipes, tanks, and other industrial surfaces using the wrapped application technique. The course also covers surface preparation, proper application technique, and visual inspection points. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (25 min)

ASME-1041 - Install Mechanical Clamps and Sleeves: Bolted

Install Mechanical Clamps and Sleeves: Bolted describes how to prepare for the installation of bolt-on mechanical clamps and sleeves, discusses precautions and installation procedures, and lists what to look for when inspecting installed clamps or sleeves. (20 min)

ASME-1051 - Fit-Up of Weld-Type Repair Sleeve

Fit-Up of Weld-Type Repair Sleeve explains the purpose for weld-type repair sleeves, the preparations required for fitting up weld-type sleeves, how to properly fit up weld-type sleeves, and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the task. (10 min)

ASME-1071 - Repair of Steel Pipe by Grinding

Repair of Steel Pipe by Grinding explains the purpose of grinding steel pipe for repairs, the importance of measuring pipe wall thickness, the steps for removing defects by grinding, and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during grinding. (10 min)

ASME-1081 - Tapping a Pipeline (Tap Diameter 2 in. and Less)

Tapping a Pipeline (Tap Diameter 2 in. and Less) explains the purpose of performing a pipeline tap, states the difference between a hot tap and a tap, lists the preparation work needed, describes how to perform a hot tap, and lists abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while performing a tap. (15 min)

ASME-1101 - Tapping a Pipeline With a Built-In Cutter

Tapping a Pipeline With a Built-In Cutter explains the purpose of performing a pipeline tap, states the difference between a hot tap and a tap, describes how to perform a tap using a fitting with a built-in cutter, and lists abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while performing a tap. (15 min)

ASME-1111 - Tapping Cast and Ductile Iron Pipe and Low-Pressure Steel Pipe

Tapping Cast and Ductile Iron Pipe and Low-Pressure Steel Pipe explains the purpose of hot taps; how to prepare for a hot tap; the steps for performing a hot tap, including preparations and pressure testing; and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the task. (15 min)

ASME-1121 - Bagging and Stopping Low-Pressure Pipe

Bagging and Stopping Low-Pressure Pipe explains how to perform bagging and stopping of low-pressure pipe, including inserting and removing the gas bag and monitoring pressure during the task. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (30 min)

ASME-1121 - Stopper (Stopple) Pipe

Stopper (Stopple) Pipe explains the purpose of stopper line stopping, preparations for line stopping, installing and operating line stopping equipment, installing completion plugs, and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the task. (15 min)

ASME-1141 - Squeeze Off Plastic Pipe

Squeeze Off Plastic Pipe explains why squeezing off plastic pipe is necessary, how to make preparations to squeeze off plastic pipe, how to install the squeeze-off tool, how to perform a squeeze-off of plastic pipe, and potential abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered while performing the task. (15 min)

ASME-1151 - Squeeze Off Steel Pipe

Squeeze Off Steel Pipe examines what to watch for when installing a squeeze-off tool on steel pipe, the required equipment, the general squeeze-off procedure, pressure monitoring during squeeze-off, and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that you may encounter during the procedure. (20 min)

ASME-1181 - Installing/Maintaining Customer Pressure-Regulating/Limiting, and Relief Devices: Large Commercial and Industrial

Installing/Maintaining Customer Pressure-Regulating/Limiting, and Relief Devices: Large Commercial and Industrial explains the purpose of and procedure for installing and maintaining pressure-regulating, pressure-limiting, and pressure-relief devices. It also discusses visual inspections, testing, and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the task. (15 min)

ASME-1201 - Temporary Isolation of Service Lines and Service Discontinuance

Temporary Isolation of Service Lines and Service Discontinuance discusses how to temporarily disconnect a service line, including how to identify the appropriate meter, close the gas riser valve, install a standard service lock, and cut and cap the line when required. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered are also discussed. (20 min)

ASME-1211 - Odorization: Periodic Sampling

Odorization: Periodic Sampling teaches the user the steps to conduct periodic samples of the odorant concentration in a natural gas. The user will learn how to locate the testing site, how to perform a sniff test, and how to recognize conditions that may interfere with odorant testing. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (20 min)

ASME-1231 - Inside Gas Leak Investigation

Inside Gas Leak Investigation explains the purpose of an inside gas leak investigation, test equipment verification, how to conduct the investigation, and the precautions that should be taken. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the task are also discussed. (10 min)

ASME-1241 - Outside Gas Leak Investigation

Outside Gas Leak Investigation explains the purpose of an outside gas leak investigation, test equipment verification, how to conduct the investigation, and precautions that should be taken. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the task are also discussed. (10 min)

ASME-1251 - Hazardous Liquid Leak Investigation

Hazardous Liquid Leak Investigation explains the purpose of the investigation and the initial information required. It also discusses how to assess the suspected leak area, what to do if a leak is discovered, how to make the area safe, and whom to notify. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered during the task are also discussed. (15 min)

ASME-1261 - Walking Gas Leakage Survey

Walking Gas Leakage Survey explains the purpose of the survey, inspection of the test equipment, conduction of the survey, documentation for the survey, and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (10 min)

ASME-1391 - Locate Underground Pipelines

Locating Underground Pipelines examines the procedure for locating underground pipelines, including placement of temporary markers. The One-Call System, locating methods, the APWA Universal Color Code, and abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also described. (25 min)

ASME-1351 - Vault Inspection and Maintenance

Vault Inspection and Maintenance discusses the requirements for inspecting and maintaining vaults that house pipeline system valves and other pressure-regulating or pressure-limiting equipment. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (15 min)

ASME-1411 - Indirect Inspection Techniques

Indirect Inspection Techniques examines four methods of indirect inspection for pipeline, including alternating and direct current voltage gradient surveys, close interval surveys, and soil resistivity tests. Abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) are also discussed. (15 min)

ASME-1421 - Direct Examination Techniques

Direct Examination Techniques addresses techniques used to assess damage in pipelines, including mechanical, coating, and corrosion damage. The course also discusses abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (15 min)

ASME-1651 - Purge: Flammable or Inert Gas

Purge – Flammable or Inert Gas explains the purpose of purging pipelines with natural gas, air, and inert gas; lists preparations for purging a pipeline; describes how to perform the purge; and discusses abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) that may be encountered. (15 min)