Just Launched: Master ASME B31.3 with Our New 10-Module SME Training Program
Take your engineering career to the next level with expert-led, case-based training that transforms 10-plus years of field experience into a structured, self-paced learning path.
Created for engineers who are on the subject matter expert (SME) track, this course delivers practical tools and in-depth knowledge aligned with the ASME B31.3 standard. This self-paced course includes 10 advanced modules, covering topics from pipe wall thickness to brittle fracture.
Launch Special: Get the full 10-module course for $1,995. Price increases to $2,500 on May 2, 2025.
Enroll now and earn 15 PE/PDH credits along with a certificate jointly issued by ASME and Piping Technology.
Prefer to focus on one topic? You can also purchase individual modules for $500–$650 each and earn 1 or 2 PE/PDH credits per module.
Individual modules come with a PE/PDH certificate of completion from Piping Technology & Products. Only the full course includes the joint ASME and PTP certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the ASME B31.3 SME course is delivered entirely online. Course participants can begin at any time and progress through the material at their own pace.
No, the course is not offered in a traditional classroom format. All instruction is provided through pre-recorded video modules, which can be accessed from any location with an internet connection.
The course includes 10 pre-recorded modules totaling approximately 13 hours and 30 minutes of video content. This estimate reflects the core instructional videos only and does not include the time needed for exams or introductory content. As the course is self-paced, participants may take as much time as needed to complete it. Modules can be purchased separately and vary in time from 45 min to two hours per module.
There is no time limit for completion. Course participants may progress through the modules on their own schedule.
All exams are conducted online through the course platform:
- Each module contains 6 questions.
- The final exam includes 25 questions.
While there are no live sessions, participants can submit clarification questions or content-related inquiries directly to education@pipingtech.com at any time. We pride ourselves in answering questions within one business day.
Yes, the course is open to international participants, and a digital certificate is issued upon successful completion of the course and final exam.
The introductory price for the full course is $1,995 per participant, available through May 2nd, 2025.
This includes:
- Access to all 10 modules
- Online exam access and ASME certification of 15 PE/PDH credits
Group discounts are available for teams or organizations enrolling multiple participants. Email education@pipingtech.com for information on group pricing.
Individual Modules
Pipe Wall Thickness
Learn how to calculate pipe wall thickness using ASME B31.3 to keep piping safe and reliable. This course simplifies key concepts so you can design pipes that handle pressure and avoid failures. Upgrade your skills to build stronger, safer piping systems.
Credit: One(1) PE/PDH Credits
Price: $500
Design Pressure and Temperature
Understanding design pressure and temperature is crucial for building safe piping systems. This course explains how to determine these factors using ASME B31.3 guidelines, helping you create pipes that can handle real-world conditions. By learning these concepts, you’ll enhance your ability to design reliable and efficient piping systems.
Credit: One(1) PE/PDH Credits
Price: $500
Advanced Pipe Stress and ASME B31.3
Learn how to analyze pipe stress using ASME B31.3 guidelines to ensure safe and efficient piping systems. This module teaches you to identify and address stress points, preventing failures and extending the lifespan of your designs. Enhance your skills to build more reliable and resilient piping infrastructures.
Credit: One(1) PE/PDH Credits
Price: $500
Pipe Bends, Mitered Bends and Branch Connections
Understanding pipe bends, mitered bends, and branch connections is essential for designing safe and efficient piping systems. This module simplifies these concepts, teaching you how to apply ASME B31.3 guidelines to ensure proper flow and structural integrity. By enrolling, you’ll enhance your ability to create reliable piping layouts that meet industry standards.
Credit: One(1) PE/PDH Credits
Price: $500
Hydrogen
Learn to design safe and reliable hydrogen piping systems by addressing embrittlement, material selection, and code compliance. This course covers ASME B31.3 vs. B31.12, hydrogen failure risks, and API 941 for high-temperature attack. Gain the expertise to design, review, and maintain hydrogen piping that meets industry standards.
Credit: One(1) PE/PHD Credits
Price: $500
Advanced Pipe Supports Code Discussion
Learn how to ensure strong, reliable pipe supports by applying ASME B31.3 guidelines. This course covers stress analysis, clamp design, and thermal effects, helping you prevent failures in high-temperature systems. Master key support techniques, including FEA and spring hanger selection, to optimize safety and efficiency.
Credit: One(1) PE/PDH Credits
Price: $500
Advanced Flange Technology
Learn how to select and design flanges for high-temperature applications using advanced ASME guidelines. This module covers flange geometries, material selection, and the impact of thermal conductivity on performance. Through case studies, you’ll master flange class selection, bolt torque calculations, and compliance with key regulations.
Credit: Two(2) PE/PHD Credits
Price: $650
Vibration
Understanding how to manage vibration is essential for safe and efficient piping systems. Learn how to analyze and prevent piping vibration issues using advanced modeling and FFT analysis. This module covers vibration calculations, pulsation dampener sizing, and ASME B31.3 stress adjustments. Gain hands-on skills to identify root causes and ensure safe, efficient piping systems.
Credit: Two(2) PE/PDH Credits
Price: $650
Expansion Joints
Learn how to design and optimize expansion joints to prevent failures and improve system reliability. This module covers ASME Appendix X guidelines, failure analysis, and the impact of flow and vibration on performance. Gain practical skills to enhance expansion joint longevity and ensure safe, efficient piping systems.
Credit: Two(2) PE/PDH Credits
Price: $650
Brittle Fracture
Learn how to prevent brittle fracture in piping systems by understanding stress ratios, temperature limits, and material performance. This module covers ASME B31.3 assessments, API 579 CET calculations, and Charpy impact testing. Gain practical skills in fracture risk mitigation to design safer, more reliable piping for extreme conditions.
Credit: One(1) PE/PDH Credits
Price: $500
Other On Demand Courses
Expansion Joint
Course Description
Expansion Joint Application and Design Course covers how to provide flexibility in the piping system by employing expansion joints to accommodate thermal expansion and contraction of sections of pipes or ducts. It discusses the parameters and conditions specified by the piping system designer and how to design an expansion joint as a cost-effective component of the piping system.
Credit: Eight(8) PE/PHD Credits
Price: $498
Piping Design
Course Description
Piping Design and Analysis Influence on Pipe Support Selection and Design is an overview on piping design and analysis, including factors that effect overall configuration, piping layout, the total system, as well as an introductory into pipe stress analysis (flexibility concerns and other design considerations); and how all those factors ultimately influence pipe support and pipe hanger design.
Credit: Eight(8) PE/PHD Credits
Price: $498
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Expansion Joint Application and Design Course covers how to provide flexibility in the piping system
Piping Design and Analysis Influence on Pipe Support Selection and Design is an overview on piping design and analysis, including factors that effect overall configuration, piping layout, the total system, as well as an introductory into pipe stress analysis
Credit: Sixteen(16) PE/PHD Credits
Price: $796