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Pipeline Construction Inspector

American Petroleum Institute

Certification

The API 1169 Pipeline Construction Inspector certification program was developed in cooperation with industry experts in order to establish an industry-wide credential for the inspection of new construction of on-shore pipelines.

Duration

Not specified

Credits

Not specified

Cost

Not specified

Format

Hybrid

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Apply quality assurance practices including records, measurement, and documentation in pipeline construction inspection
  • Apply safety practices including basic site safety and roles and responsibilities in pipeline construction
  • Apply environmental compliance requirements including permits, stormwater pollution prevention plans, and best management practices in pipeline construction
  • Apply training and qualification requirements for pipeline construction inspection personnel
  • Perform survey and staking activities and apply right-of-way clearing and grading requirements in pipeline construction
  • Interpret alignment sheets, specifications, and permits for right-of-way clearing and grading operations
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

This exam is scheduled to be administered in-person at designated test centers only. The API 1169 Pipeline Construction Inspector certification program was developed in cooperation with industry experts in order to establish an industry-wide credential for the inspection of new construction of on-shore pipelines. This certification is open to qualified applicants who are seeking to become certified inspectors in API-1169: Recommended Practice for Basic Inspection Requirements - New Pipeline Construction. Qualified individuals should be knowledgeable about: General onshore pipeline construction inspection Inspector responsibilities Personnel and general pipeline safety Environmental and pollution control API 1169 certification is valid for a three-year term. Are you qualified to take the API 1169 exam? API 1169 Pipeline Construction Inspector Certification requirements are based on work experience acquired within the last 20 years. Education and other certifications may also be needed. Applicants can qualify in one or more of these categories. Pipeline Inspection Experience General Oil & Gas Industry Inspection Experience Non-Inspection Pipeline Experience Non-Inspection General Oil & Gas Industry Experience Other Heavy Industry Experience Determine which category applies to you and then provide the information that is required. The minimum amount of experience/education needed to qualify MUST be documented on your application and will be verified after your application has been submitted. If you are using education or certification to help you qualify, then official documentation (in the English language) will need to be uploaded into your application.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

Completion Rate

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Placement Rate

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Locations

Where this program is offered

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