Course overview
This ten-day advanced diploma takes participants from first principles to confident, independent application of Pressure Vessel Design (ASME VIII). Week one builds the technical foundation and standards; week two moves to advanced methods, risk, quality and digital tools, ending with an integrated group project.
The programme suits professionals who want a structured, in-depth qualification and a portfolio of applied work they can use in their organisation.
Learning objectives
- Master the full body of knowledge of Pressure Vessel Design (ASME VIII)
- Apply standards, regulations and codes in real projects
- Carry out calculations, analysis and design checks independently
- Integrate risk, quality and safety considerations
- Use modern digital tools and emerging practice
- Deliver an applied project with measurable outcomes
Who should attend
Mechanical engineers, maintenance and reliability engineers, technicians, planners and supervisors.
Daily outline
- Day 1Foundations of Pressure Vessel Design (ASME VIII)
- Day 2Standards, regulations and terminology
- Day 3Core techniques and tools
- Day 4Data, calculations and analysis
- Day 5Week-one workshop and progress assessment
- Day 6Advanced methods and design considerations
- Day 7Risk, quality and safety aspects
- Day 8Digital tools and emerging practice
- Day 9Integrated case study and group project
- Day 10Project presentations, final exam and certification
Training methodology
Interactive instructor-led sessions, worked examples, group exercises, real case studies, daily quizzes and pre/post assessments. Online sessions run live with the instructor, with recordings and digital materials. Selected practical skills can be practised in immersive virtual-reality simulations on request.
Certificate: ITQAN Global Training certificate of completion for participants who meet attendance requirements and pass the assessment.
Dates and venues 2027–2030
| Date | Venue | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11–22 Jan 2027 | Cape Town | $8,750 | Register |
| 7–18 Jun 2027 | Live online | $4,950 | Register |
| 7–18 Nov 2027 | Cairo | $8,750 | Register |
| 20–31 Mar 2028 | Dubai | $8,750 | Register |
| 3–14 Jul 2028 | Live online | $4,950 | Register |
| 6–17 Nov 2028 | Johannesburg | $8,750 | Register |
| 5–16 Feb 2029 | Abu Dhabi | $8,750 | Register |
| 4–15 Jun 2029 | Live online | $4,950 | Register |
| 3–14 Sep 2029 | Marrakech | $8,750 | Register |
| 8–19 Apr 2030 | Madrid | $8,750 | Register |
| 20–31 May 2030 | Live online | $4,950 | Register |
| 2–13 Dec 2030 | Cape Town | $8,750 | Register |
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