Pressure Vessel Inspector (API 510)
Pressure Vessel Inspector (API 510)
Pressure Vessel Inspector (API 510)
API offers a 510 certification through their Individual Certification Program. The purpose of the certification is to identify individuals that possess broad knowledge in maintenance, inspection, repair, and alteration of pressure vessels.
Prerequisite for the exam
Candidates must meet minimum qualification requirements for API 510 Pressure Vessel inspector certification that are based on the combination of education and experience related to pressure vessels. This experience must have been acquired within the last 10 years while employed by, or under contract with, an authorized inspection agency as defined in API 510.
Exam Structure
- Organization and Certification Requirements
- Types and Definitions of Maintenance Inspections
- Types of Process Corrosion and Deterioration
- Modes of Mechanical, Thermal, and High Temperature Deterioration
- Pressure Vessel Materials and Fabrication Problems
- Welding on Pressure Vessels
- Nondestructive Examination (NDE) Methods
- Corrosion and Minimum Thickness Evaluation
- Estimated Remaining Life
- Inspection Interval Determination and Issues Affecting Intervals
- Relief Devices
- Maintenance Inspection Safety Practices
- Inspection Records and Reports
- Repairs/Alterations to Pressure Vessels
- Rerating Pressure Vessels
- Pressure Testing After Repairs, Alterations, or Rerating
Exam Format and Information
| Exam Name Pressure Vessel Inspector | Exam Code API 510 |
| Exam Duration 7.5 hours | Exam Format Multiple Choice |
| Exam Type 0 | Number of Questions 170 Questions |
| Eligibility/Pre-Requisite 0 | Exam Fee API member fee: $730 Non member fee: $940 |
| Exam Language English | Pass Score 70% and above |
Pressure Vessel Inspector (API 510) FAQs
Can I reschedule or cancel the exam a day before the actual exam?
You may not reschedule or cancel an exam less than five (5) days before a current exam appointment.
Is there any assistance from Testprep Training in terms of exam preparation?
Yes, Testprep Training offers email support for any certification related query while you are preparing for the exam using our practice exams. Your query will be handled by experts in due course.
How the exam scores are calculated?
After the completion of your exam, the points you earned on each question are totaled and then compared with the cut score to determine whether the result is pass or fail.
What is Pressure Vessel Inspector Exam?
API offers a 510 certification through their Individual Certification Program. The purpose of the certification is to identify individuals that possess broad knowledge in maintenance, inspection, repair, and alteration of pressure vessels.
What is the prerequisite for the exam?
Candidates must meet minimum qualification requirements for API 510 Pressure Vessel inspector certification that are based on the combination of education and experience related to pressure vessels. This experience must have been acquired within the last 10 years while employed by, or under contract with, an authorized inspection agency as defined in API 510.
What is the course structure for the Exam?
1. Organization and Certification Requirements
2. Types and Definitions of Maintenance Inspections
3. Types of Process Corrosion and Deterioration
4. Modes of Mechanical, Thermal, and High Temperature Deterioration
5. Pressure Vessel Materials and Fabrication Problems
6. Welding on Pressure Vessels
7. Nondestructive Examination (NDE) Methods
8. Corrosion and Minimum Thickness Evaluation
9. Estimated Remaining Life
10. Inspection Interval Determination and Issues Affecting Intervals
11. Relief Devices
12. Maintenance Inspection Safety Practices
13. Inspection Records and Reports
14. Repairs/Alterations to Pressure Vessels
15. Rerating Pressure Vessels
16. Pressure Testing After Repairs, Alterations, or Rerating
How many questions will be there in Pressure Vessel Inspector exam?
There will be 170 questions which have to be completed in 7.5 hours in this exam.
What is the cost to take the exam?
The cost of the exam is $730 for API Members and $940 for Non members.
What is the format of the exam?
The exam consists of multiple choice questions.
What are the languages available for the exam?
The exam is available in English language.
What is the passing criterion for the exam?
Passing scores for the exam is 70%. `
What is the time duration for Pressure Vessel Inspector exam?
You will get 7.5 hours to do 170 questions in this exam.
How to schedule the exam?
• Go to Prometric’s website at www.prometric.com/apiexams
• Locate a testing center.
• Schedule your computer-based test (CBT) location, date and time.
• Confirm your exam appointment details.
Do you provide any preparation guidance for this certification exam?
Yes our experts frequently blog about the tips and tricks for exam preparation.
Do I need to take a training course for the test?
No, ICP does not require candidates to take a training class to prepare for exams. It is the candidate’s decision whether to attend training before an ICP exam.
Does API charge additional fee to reschedule or cancel the exam?
A fee of $70 is charge in order to rescheduled or cancel the exam within 5-29 days prior to an existing exam appointment.
When will I receive my exam results?
Exam results are typically released 6-8 weeks after the final day of the testing window. Results are emailed directly from Prometric to the email address that candidates provided when scheduling an exam on Prometric’s website.
What is the refund policy of API exams?
Refund requests must be submitted to API within three months from the date payment was received by API and prior to the examination window, as set forth below.
For how long is the license valid after purchase?
Once purchased, the practice exams can be access for the lifetime.
When will I be certified?
The certification process typically takes 2-4 weeks after exam results are released, at which time a paper certificate and wallet card will be mailed to the “Preferred” address in your API account profile.
What is the validity period of the certification?
The certification is valid for a period of 3 years.
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Yes testprep training offers free practice tests for Pressure Vessel Inspector Exam which can be used before the final purchase for complete test.
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