Storage Tank Design & Construction (API 650) Training Course

Course Overview

Learning Objectives

• Analyze the scope, structure, and application of API 650 and its relationship with standards for low-pressure tanks, venting, fire protection, and in-service inspection on Day 1.
• Interpret tank data sheets and define design conditions, including design liquid level, specific gravity, design temperature, pressure, corrosion allowance, and environmental loads.
• Select tank materials based on design metal temperature, toughness, service, and corrosion considerations.
• Calculate shell thickness using recognized API 650 design methods and verify hydrostatic test conditions.
• Design bottom and annular plates and evaluate bottom configurations and slopes.
• Evaluate fixed roof types, including supported and self-supporting cone and dome roofs, and frangible roof-to-shell joints.
• Evaluate external and internal floating roof designs, seals, drains, supports, and venting.
• Apply wind and seismic design requirements, including wind girders, overturning, sliding, and anchorage.
• Specify nozzles, manholes, reinforcement, and appurtenances and apply normal and emergency venting requirements.
• Evaluate foundation design, settlement limits, cathodic protection, and leak detection arrangements.
• Apply fabrication, welding, erection, and tolerance requirements for tank construction.
• Plan inspection, nondestructive testing, vacuum box testing, hydrostatic testing, settlement monitoring, and documentation to confirm tank integrity by the end of Day 5.

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Learning Outcomes

• By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
• Navigate API 650 and identify the requirements that apply to their tanks.
• Review tank data sheets and define correct design conditions.
• Select suitable materials for tank service and design temperature.
• Calculate required shell thickness and verify design results.
• Design bottom and annular plates appropriately.
• Select suitable fixed or floating roof types for different products.
• Apply wind, seismic, and anchorage requirements.
• Specify nozzles, appurtenances, and venting correctly.
• Assess foundation design and settlement risks.
• Apply fabrication, welding, and erection requirements.
• Plan inspection and testing for new tanks.
• Recognize and prevent common tank design and construction errors.

Course Outline