PRCI Academy

Fundamentals of Pipeline Repair (Online) | Enroll

This course introduces the PRCI Pipeline Repair Manual: 2021 Edition (PR-186-204504-R01) by providing an understanding of the typical process for performing pipeline repair. Starting with how an anomaly or defect can be identified on a pipeline, the course then discusses typical responses after discovering an anomaly or defect, the different repair methods, the identification of appropriate repair methods for various defect types, and guidelines for the use of the various repair methods. The online course includes self-assessments to clarify and reinforce key concepts for learners while providing individuals the flexibility to review and reinforce the material at their own pace. The course incorporates basic repair scenarios to begin skills development. 

Practical Pipeline Repair Training (In-Person) 

This course allows participants to enhance their foundational understanding of pipeline repair. An industry-leading subject matter expert instructor will guide the class through interactive group-based repair scenario activities to enrich the learning experience and deepen understanding by exploring nonroutine repair situations. Through the structured interactive repair scenarios, the course provides students with opportunities to learn from an experienced Instructor, as well as peers, to better understand how to consider a range of situations and apply the guidance outlined in the Pipeline Repair Manual, 2021 Edition (PR-186-204504-R01). 

Scheduled Course Offerings:

October 13-24, Technology Development Center, Houston, TX

NDE Training for Long Seam Evaluation (In-Person)

This course provides an overview of NDE theory and practices specific to pipeline ERW long seam inspection. It covers key NDE methods, including phased array UT, conventional straight beam and shear wave UT, magnetic particle testing, visual inspection, ultrasonic flaw sizing (length and height), and flaw characterization. The course also addresses essential NDE best practices, focusing on system calibration, detecting, identifying, characterizing, and sizing features, as well as strategies for minimizing false calls.

Scheduled Course Offerings:

July 6-10, Technology Development Center, Houston, TX

Fundamentals of Pipeline Engineering Design and Construction for Geohazard Management (Online) | Enroll

This course introduces the management of geotechnical hazards as they relate to new pipeline engineering design and construction. The course includes an overview of the regulatory framework surrounding pipeline governance, a summary of the main geohazard types and the potential impact on pipelines, as well as a discussion on the main sources of geohazard risk along with associated mitigations. The fundamental concepts introduced in this course provide a strong foundation for building skills for addressing ground movement during pipeline engineering design and construction. This online course includes straightforward scenarios and self-assessments to clarify and reinforce key concepts for learners while providing individuals the flexibility to review and reinforce the material at their own pace.

Fundamentals for the Management of Geotechnical Hazards Course (Online) | Enroll

This course introduces the management of geotechnical hazards as they relate to the operating and maintenance stages of the pipeline lifecycle. With a review of the main geohazard types and the potential impact on pipelines, the course builds to provide a four-phased approach to geohazard management along with key considerations for each phase. The fundamental concepts introduced in this course provide a strong foundation for building skills to address geotechnical events on an operating pipeline. This online course includes straightforward scenarios and self-assessments to clarify and reinforce key concepts for learners while providing individuals the flexibility to review and reinforce the material at their own pace. 

Fundamentals for the Management of Hydrotechnical Hazards Course (Online) | Enroll

Building upon the Fundamentals for the Management of Geotechnical Hazards course, this course introduces the management of hydrotechnical hazards as they relate to the operating and maintenance stages of the pipeline lifecycle. With a review of the main hydrotechnical hazard types and the potential impact on pipelines, the course builds upon a four-phased approach to geohazard management along with key considerations for each phase that are specific to hydrotechnical hazards. The fundamental concepts introduced in this course provide a strong foundation for building skills to address hydrotechnical events on an operating pipeline. This online course includes straightforward scenarios and self-assessments to clarify and reinforce key concepts for learners while providing individuals the flexibility to review and reinforce the material at their own pace.

Integrated Pipeline Geohazard Management – A Practical Approach (In-Person)

This course allows participants to build upon their foundational understanding of pipeline geohazard management.  This is examined, in a practical manner, throughout the pipeline lifecycle using the latest PRCI research. It offers descriptions of geohazards, available industry guidance on their management, and available monitoring and mitigation approaches used during the design, construction, and operations of pipelines.  The course explores the emerging issue of climate change, which has the potential to affect geohazard management.

Scheduled Course Offerings

May 12-14, Technology Development Center, Houston, TX

Oct 6-8, TC Energy Head Office, Calgary, Alberta, CA

Mechanical Damage Prevention Techniques (Online) | Enroll

This course focuses on the primary techniques used for managing threats from mechanical and third-party damage. It provides learners with an overview of the execution processes while highlighting key considerations for pipeline construction inspection, agreements related to third-party crossings and encroachments, slabbing, maintenance and rehabilitation of rights-of-way (ROW), and operational training. 

Gouges and Arc Burns (Online) | Enroll

This course focuses on assessing gouges and arc burns in pipelines, highlighting the importance of compliance with regulatory removal requirements (in some jurisdictions). Key topics include the assessment process, characterization, and non-destructive examination (NDE) techniques. Self-assessments reinforce key concepts, and a final graded assessment evaluates the learner’s understanding of the material. The online course format allows individuals to review and reinforce the material at their own pace. What sets this course apart is that it uniquely details the NDE process and remediation activities for maintaining pipeline integrity.

Dents, Wrinkles, and Wrinkle Bends (Online) | Enroll

Dents, wrinkles, and wrinkle bends can pose a significant threat to pipeline integrity. As part of their threat management, this course describes how these anomalies are characterized (i.e., position on pipe, size of feature, interacting elements) and examines different assessment methods used (e.g., acceptance criteria, analysis tools, jurisdictional variations) and steps taken to assess the severity and potential impact on pipeline integrity. It also outlines potential follow-up actions based on findings from non-destructive examination (NDE).

Mechanical Damage Threat Management (Online) | Enroll

This course examines the threat management process for mechanical damage. It describes the general threat management process (identification, assessment, planning, and execution) and explores various techniques along with their associated methods, including prevention, monitoring, assessment, remediation, and mitigation. The course also compares the benefits and limitations of each technique within the context of mechanical damage threat management.

Integrated Pipeline Mechanical Damage Management – A Practical Approach (In-Person) 

This course offers an integrated approach to mechanical damage management throughout the pipeline lifecycle. Students will explore key topics including formation, detection and characterization, assessment, management, and repair/remediation with concepts aligned to the PRCI Report Systematize 20 Years of Mechanical Damage Research. An industry-leading Subject Matter Expert Instructor will guide learners through lectures and learning activities aimed at bridging theory and real-world application of an integrated approach to mechanical damage management. Learners will gain a lifecycle-integrated, cross-functional perspective rooted in over two decades of industry-backed research.

Scheduled Course Offerings

June 9-11, Technology Development Center, Houston, TX

Fundamentals of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Management (Online) | Enroll

This course provides a foundational understanding of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions management for the pipeline industry.  It introduces the environmental impacts of GHGs and the driving forces behind their management, as well as the primary sources of emissions across industry.  Learners will examine the core approaches for quantifying and reducing emissions and gain an understanding of the practical aspects of managing emissions through a phased management framework.  Delivered online in a self-paced format, the course includes interactive elements and periodic self-assessments, offering flexibility for learners to progress at their own pace.  By integrating operational, compliance, and financial viewpoints, this course highlights how emissions management supports organizational performance and long-term strategy.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Management for Facilities in the Pipeline Industry – A Practical Approach (In-Person)

This course allows participants to gain a holistic view of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, focused on pipeline facilities (e.g. compressors, pump stations).  This course covers key concepts to align participants’ understanding of GHG, their impacts, and the drivers for effective management.  With an emphasis on facilities-specific aspects of GHG emissions management, an industry-leading Subject Matter Expert instructor will guide participants through a combination of lectures and interactive learning activities associated with each phase of the GHG emissions management framework, enabling learners to practice key skills and apply course content through simplified scenarios or case studies. 

Scheduled Course Offerings

Oct 27-29, TC Energy Head Office, Calgary, Alberta, CA