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API API-570 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | American Petroleum Institute (API) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | API 570 Piping Inspector Certification Examination |
| Exam Number: | API-570 |
| Exam Duration: | 390 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 170 (140 scored, 30 pretest) |
| Passing Score: | Scaled score determined by API; passing cut score is not publicly disclosed |
| Exam Format: | Computer-Based Testing (CBT), Multiple Choice, Closed-Book Section, Open-Book Section |
| Related Certifications: | API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector API 653 Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Price: | Refer to official API application pricing |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Sample Questions: | API API-570 Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based examination delivered at Prometric testing centers; consists of both closed-book and open-book sections. |
| Pre Condition: | Candidates must satisfy API education and industry experience requirements related to in-service metallic piping inspection as defined in API 570 Annex A. Qualifying experience must generally be obtained within the previous 10 years. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.api.org/products-and-services/individual-certification-programs/certifications/api570 |
API API-570 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
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| Topic 1: Materials and Metallurgy | - Material Properties
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| Topic 2: Non-Destructive Examination | - NDE Methods
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| Topic 3: Fitness-for-Service and Engineering Evaluation | - Assessment Techniques
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| Topic 4: Welding and Repair | - Repair and Alteration Requirements
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| Topic 5: Corrosion and Damage Mechanisms | - Damage Assessment
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| Topic 6: API 570 Code Knowledge and General Requirements | - Scope and Application
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| Topic 7: Pressure Testing and Mechanical Integrity | - Testing Requirements
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| Topic 8: Inspection Practices | - Inspection Planning
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| Topic 9: Applicable Codes and Standards | - Referenced Publications
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API Piping Inspector Sample Questions:
Question 1
The weld ripples of reinforcement of butt-welded joints shall be before radiography.
A. removed if irregularities mask discontinuities
B. removed
C. ground flush, with grinding direction parallel to the weld
D. ground flush, with grinding direction perpendicular to the weld
Question 2
Hammer testing of piping is a common practice. However, which of the following should never be hammered?
A. Both A and B
B. Cast iron piping
C. Caustic piping
D. All welded piping
Question 3
What is the minimum class flange that can be used if the material is SA 351 Gr.C F8C, temperature 950?F and working pressure is 1930 psig
A. 1500
B. 900
C. 800
D. This material can not be used at this temperature
Question 4
Cracks caused by vibration, thermal cycling, thermal expansion problems and environmental cracking are considered.
A. in-service cracks
B. delayed cracks
C. material cracks
D. HAZ cracks
Question 5
Actively engaged as an authorized piping inspector shall be defined as a minimum of time spent performing inspection activities.
A. 20%
B. 40%
C. 50%
D. 30%
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: A | Question 2 Answer: A | Question 3 Answer: A | Question 4 Answer: A | Question 5 Answer: A |
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