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This course is designed to build a strong foundation in Piping Design Engineering for those aspiring to work in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and Process industries. We teach you the practical skills that companies actually need for real projects. The Piping Design Engineering course at TIKS is specifically created for mechanical engineers and diploma holders. The core focus of this training is to develop a clear, practical understanding of how piping systems are designed, integrated, and managed within industrial facilities.

By the end of the program, participants will be equipped to work confidently as Piping Design Engineers or Designers in engineering design offices and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) companies.

Why Join a Piping Design Engineering Course?

Our training ensures you master the technical and practical skills essential for the global engineering industry:

Piping Design Engineering – 6 Month Syllabus

This course is designed for diploma/engineering students and working professionals aspiring to build a career in piping design, drafting, fabrication, and project execution. It covers theoretical concepts, software tools, and practical applications as per industry standards.

  • Definition & Applications
  • Scope of piping systems in industry
  • Pipe manufacturing methods
  • Pipe fabrication methods & Pipe designations
  • Pipe classifications
  • Roles and responsibilities of piping engineer and piping designer
  • Introduction to Piping Codes and Standards
  • ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers)
  • ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)
  • API (American Petroleum Institute)
  • ISO (International Organization for Standardization)
  • Other Organizations
  • Fittings – Types, applications & relevant codes
  • Flanges - Types, applications & relevant codes
  • Valves – Types, applications & relevant codes
  • Process Mechanical Equipment
  • Static Equipment
  • Rotating Equipment
  • Piping materials – ferrous & non-ferrous metals, plastics, composites
  • Piping Material Specifications
  • Fluid flow sizing
  • Pipe sizing
  • Reynolds number
  • Types of flow in piping
  • Pressure drop due to friction/ Viscosity
  • Friction factor
  • Moody diagram
  • Minor losses in piping – Equivalent length method & Loss coefficient method
  • Design pressure & design temperature for piping systems
  • Concept of pressure integrity
  • Pipe size calculation
  • Pipe wall thickness calculations
  • Material Selection
  • Continuity Equation (Law of conservation of mass)
  • Bernoulli’s Equation (Steady Single Phase Incompressible Flow)
  • Process flow diagram- PFD
  • Piping & instrumentation diagram – P&ID
  • Utility flow diagram – UFD
  • Line list
  • Symbols & Abbreviations, etc.
  • Pipe flexibility concepts
  • Stress analysis methods (manual & software overview)
  • Expansion loops, anchors, guides, and supports
  • Spring supports & hangers
  • Case studies of failure due to poor design
  • Plot Plan Development
  • Equipment Layout
  • Pipe Rack Design
  • Pump Suction/Discharge Piping
  • Introduction to CAD tools (AutoCAD, Plant 3D / E3D / SmartPlant3D)
  • Orthographic (2D) drawings
  • 3D piping modeling
  • Isometric drawings & bill of materials (BOM)
  • Clash detection & design review
  • Pipe fabrication methods & shop drawings
  • Welding techniques (WPS, PQR, WPQ basics)
  • NDT methods (RT, UT, PT, MT, PMI)
  • Site erection sequence and alignment
  • Safety in piping construction
  • Complete mini project on plant piping layout
  • Preparation of P&ID, GA drawings, Isometrics, BOM
  • Presentation & viva
  • Technical report preparation
  • Interview preparation & mock interviews
  • Resume building for piping engineer/designer jobs

Duration: 6 Months (24 Weeks)
- Theory: 40%
- Software & Practical: 50%
- Project/Case Study: 10%

What You Will Get

The primary objective of the Piping Design Engineering course at TIKS is to successfully transition mechanical engineers and diploma holders into competent professionals ready for the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and Process industries. Upon completion, participants will be able to confidently develop a clear understanding of piping layouts, plant design principles, and international codes and standards. Our focused, project-based training is designed to give you a definitive advantage in the competitive global job market, transforming your potential into professional success.

Frequently asked questions

Students will learn to read and interpret P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), equipment layouts, and isometric drawings, gaining practical knowledge of piping system design.

The training provides exposure to project data management and drawing generation , utilizing hands-on practical sessions based on industry projects and aligning with EPC project execution standards.

 The course is designed specifically for mechanical engineers and diploma holders who wish to build a strong career. It focuses on bridging the gap between academic learning and industry requirements.

The field offers a strong career growth path; students typically progress from Junior Design Engineers to Lead Engineers, Project Coordinators, or Engineering Managers with experience.

Yes, one of the key highlights of the institute is having experienced industry professionals as faculty.