Oil & Gas Pipeline Inspection: Smart Pigging & Ili Training

Master pipeline integrity, smart pig inspection, MFL technology & ILI for oil & gas professionals. Boost career & salary

What you'll learn

Identify different utility pig types including cleaning, batching, magnetic, and foam pigs for specific pipeline maintenance applications

Explain smart pig evolution from 1960s caliper tools to modern multi-sensor platforms detecting corrosion, cracks, and geometry defects

Analyze magnetic flux leakage principles and how MFL pigs detect metal loss through magnetic field disturbances in pipeline walls

Evaluate ultrasonic inspection methods including wall thickness measurement and crack detection using compression and shear wave technologies

Assess EMAT technology advantages for gas pipeline crack detection using electromagnetic acoustic transducers without liquid couplant

Design pig selection strategies considering pipeline geometry, product type, defect targets, and vendor capabilities for optimal inspection

Implement proper pig launching procedures including trap operations, safety protocols, and debris handling for personnel protection

Interpret smart pig data reports including defect sizing, location referencing, and accuracy specifications with confidence levels

Apply industry standards API 1163, NACE RP0102, and ASNT ILI-PQ for inspection planning, execution, and personnel qualification

Integrate multiple inspection technologies and historical data for comprehensive pipeline integrity management and decision-making

Requirements

Basic understanding of pipeline operations and maintenance practices. Knowledge of steel properties and corrosion mechanisms helpful

Familiarity with pressure systems and industrial safety procedures. Prior experience with pipeline inspection beneficial but not required

Engineering background preferred but not mandatory. Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for success

No specific software experience required. Course provides all technical knowledge needed from fundamental principles to applications

Willingness to learn complex technical concepts. Course suitable for pipeline engineers, operators, inspectors, and integrity managers

Description

Master Pipeline Integrity Technology and Advance Your Engineering CareerWhile your colleagues work with basic pipeline operations, you can develop the specialized expertise that oil and gas companies value highly. This comprehensive course provides pipeline integrity knowledge that can enhance your professional qualifications and career prospects.Industry Context: Aging pipeline infrastructure requires sophisticated inspection technologies. Companies invest significantly in professionals who understand smart pig inspection systems, creating opportunities for qualified engineers and technicians.Course Content:COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE - From utility pig fundamentals to advanced EMAT crack detection systems. Learn technologies used across major pipeline operations.PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGE - Study real inspection data from thousands of kilometers of pipeline systems. Understand how professionals apply these technologies in practice.APPLICABLE SKILLS - Learn pig selection strategies, MFL analysis techniques, and safety protocols you can apply in your current role.CAREER DEVELOPMENT - Pipeline integrity professionals often earn competitive salaries due to their specialized knowledge and the critical nature of their work.Technical Skills Covered:Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) interpretationUltrasonic inspection methodsEMAT technology applicationsIndustry standards (API 1163, NACE RP0102)Data analysis techniquesEquipment selection criteriaIndustry Alignment: Content reflects methodologies used by leading inspection companies and covers technologies protecting pipeline infrastructure globally.Professional Development PathThis training can help you develop expertise that typically takes years to acquire through field experience. The course covers utility pigs, smart pig technologies, industry standards, and advanced inspection methods valued in the pipeline industry.Career Applications:Pipeline integrity engineering rolesInspection data analysis positionsAsset management opportunitiesTechnical specialist rolesMarket OpportunityPipeline infrastructure requires ongoing maintenance and inspection. Regulatory requirements continue to evolve. Organizations seek professionals with comprehensive understanding of inspection technologies and safety protocols.Your Learning InvestmentRather than developing this knowledge slowly through years of field experience, you can systematically build expertise through structured learning. The course provides practical knowledge you can begin applying immediately in your professional work.Take the Next StepJoin professionals who have enhanced their pipeline expertise through comprehensive technical training. Develop the specialized knowledge that can advance your career in pipeline integrity management.Enroll today to begin developing valuable pipeline inspection expertise.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 What are 'Pigs'?

Lecture 2 Utility Pigs

Lecture 3 Cleaning Pipelines

Lecture 4 'Unpiggable' Pipelines

Section 2: Smart Pigs

Lecture 5 Smart Pigs 1

Lecture 6 Smart Pigs 2

Lecture 7 Smart Pigs 3

Lecture 8 Smart Pigs 4

Section 3: Tethered/Cable Pigs & Selecting a Pig

Lecture 9 Tethered/Cable Pigs & Selecting a Pig

Section 4: Practice and Standards & Using all Data

Lecture 10 Practice and Standards & Using all Data

Pipeline engineers and operators responsible for integrity management programs in oil, gas, and liquid transportation systems,NDT technicians and inspection specialists seeking expertise in smart pig technologies and inline inspection methodologies,Asset integrity managers planning inspection programs and making critical pipeline maintenance and repair decisions,Regulatory compliance professionals ensuring pipeline inspection programs meet industry standards and safety requirements,Pipeline construction and maintenance contractors working with pigging operations and integrity assessment technologies