COURSE BUNDLE: Metallurgy and Damage Mechanisms [Day 4 - Day 5]
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For the complete course bundle, please access it here:  Syngas Plants - Preventing Fixed Equipment Failures Course Bundle

The Metallurgy and Damage Mechanisms course provides essential knowledge on material properties, damage prevention, and repair techniques for industrial equipment.

This course bundle covers: 

  •  Basic metallurgy principles, focusing on steels, alloy steels, and austenitic materials, along with an overview of corrosion damage mechanisms and how to mitigate them.

  • Mechanical damage mechanisms and introduces welding technology and repair methods to restore equipment integrity.

This course is designed to help participants improve equipment reliability and prevent material degradation in demanding industrial environments.

See individual courses for comprehensive outlines and details.

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Course Name Type
Metallurgy and Corrosion Damage Mechanisms [Day 4] - Public 2025 Live Training

This course offers a unique opportunity to tailor your experience by attending only the sections that are most relevant to your training needs. This course is one of three sections available. 

For the complete course bundle, please access it here:  Syngas Plants - Preventing Fixed Equipment Failures Course Bundle

Section Summary:

This section is the first part of the two-part Metallurgy and Damage Mechanisms course. It introduces basic principles of steels, alloy steels, and austenitic materials, focusing on their properties and applications. Participants will also explore corrosion damage mechanisms and strategies to prevent material degradation, supporting improved reliability in industrial environments.

Section Outline:

  • M1 Basic Metallurgy Principles – Steels & Alloy Steels
  • M2 Basic Metallurgy Principles – Austenitic Materials
  • M4 Corrosion Damage Mechanisms

Who Should Attend: 

This highly interactive and hands-on training caters for inexperienced as well as experienced engineers and inspectors. This program is very beneficial to Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineers, Process Engineers, Materials Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Inspectors and Design / Construction Project Engineers (QA/QC) who work on or support Syn Gas Manufacturing Plants. 

Instructor: 


David Keen is a Metallurgist with over 46 years of global experience in Syngas manufacturing facilities. A Subject Matter Expert in fixed equipment integrity, he has developed training modules focused on preventing equipment failures through experiential learning and team problem-solving. David has held senior roles, including Global Chief Engineer and VP of Global Reliability & Risk. As a consultant, he has worked with Hydrogen, Ammonia, and Methanol plants across 12 countries, implementing RBI programs, conducting audits, failure investigations, and overseeing repairs and design. With experience on 33 steam methane reformers, he is a recognized expert in SMR integrity management.



Venue & Logistics: 

Hotel Booking Link: Book Hotel Here

*Please note this link expires two weeks before the start of the course. Please notify training@becht.com for any issues with the booking link.

Location:  15700 John F Kennedy Blvd, Houston, TX 77032

  • Phone:  +12814425100
  • Hotel Website
  • Parking available on-site - free for all training attendees

For more information on training logistics, see the linked Attendee Info Sheet.
Welding Technology and SynGas Equipment Repair [Day 5] - Public 2025 Live Training

This course offers a unique opportunity to tailor your experience by attending only the sections that are most relevant to your training needs. This course is one of three sections available. 

For the complete course bundle, please access it here:  Syngas Plants - Preventing Fixed Equipment Failures Course Bundle

Section Summary:

This section is the second part of the two-part Metallurgy and Damage Mechanisms course. It covers common mechanical damage mechanisms and effective approaches to welding and repair. Participants will gain insights into preventing mechanical failures and implementing repair techniques to enhance equipment durability and maintain structural integrity in industrial applications.


Section Outline:

  • M5 Mechanical Damage Mechanisms
  • M6 Welding Technology & Equipment Repair

Who Should Attend: 

This highly interactive and hands-on training caters for inexperienced as well as experienced engineers and inspectors. This program is very beneficial to Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineers, Process Engineers, Materials Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Inspectors and Design / Construction Project Engineers (QA/QC) who work on or support Syn Gas Manufacturing Plants. 

Instructor: 


David Keen is a Metallurgist with over 46 years of global experience in Syngas manufacturing facilities. A Subject Matter Expert in fixed equipment integrity, he has developed training modules focused on preventing equipment failures through experiential learning and team problem-solving. David has held senior roles, including Global Chief Engineer and VP of Global Reliability & Risk. As a consultant, he has worked with Hydrogen, Ammonia, and Methanol plants across 12 countries, implementing RBI programs, conducting audits, failure investigations, and overseeing repairs and design. With experience on 33 steam methane reformers, he is a recognized expert in SMR integrity management.



Venue & Logistics: 

Hotel Booking Link: Book Hotel Here

*Please note this link expires two weeks before the start of the course. Please notify training@becht.com for any issues with the booking link.

Location:  15700 John F Kennedy Blvd, Houston, TX 77032

  • Phone:  +12814425100
  • Hotel Website
  • Parking available on-site - free for all training attendees

For more information on training logistics, see the linked Attendee Info Sheet.
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