At Kagira Drawing Solutions, we bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industrial requirements by offering hands-on training using industry-leading software tools like AVEVA E3D, AutoCAD, and CAESAR II. Our focus is to prepare engineers with the practical skills, project experience, and technical confidence needed to excel in real-world EPC environments.
1. Introduction to Piping Engineering
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Role of a Piping Design Engineer
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Overview of piping systems in process plants
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International codes and standards (ASME, ANSI, API, ISO, etc.)
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Process flow diagrams (PFD) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&ID)
2. Piping Components and Materials
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Pipes: Types, schedules, and pressure ratings
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Fittings: Elbows, tees, reducers, etc.
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Flanges: Types and pressure classes
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Valves: Gate, globe, ball, check, etc.
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Gaskets, bolts, and fasteners
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Material selection (MTO/BOM preparation)
3. Pipe Routing and Layout
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Plot plans and equipment layout
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Pipe routing concepts and practices
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Pipe rack and sleeper design
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Expansion loops and flexibility analysis
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Piping layout development (GA Drawings)
4. Isometric Drawings
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Extraction of isometrics from P&IDs
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Bill of Materials (BOM)
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Dimensioning and annotations
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Spool drawings for fabrication
5. Supports and Stress Analysis
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Types of pipe supports (hangers, guides, shoes, etc.)
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Support span calculations
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Introduction to piping stress analysis
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Concepts of thermal expansion and flexibility
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Introduction to CAESAR II or equivalent software (optional module)
6. 3D Piping Modeling Software
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AVEVA E3D / PDMS, AutoCAD Plant 3D, or SmartPlant 3D (based on course focus)
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Equipment modeling
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Piping modeling and specification assignment
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Clash checking and report generation
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Extraction of drawings and reports
7. Project Execution and Documentation
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Workflow in EPC projects
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Document control and revision system
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Piping deliverables and their approval cycles
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Coordination with other departments (civil, structural, instrumentation, etc.)
8. Case Studies and Project Work
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Hands-on project with real-life P&ID and layout
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Full piping modeling, GA and isometric extraction
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Final project report and presentation
Conclusion
As industries grow and new technologies emerge, the role of the piping engineer continues to expand, making it a stable and rewarding career path. For aspiring engineers, gaining practical training and software expertise—like what’s offered at Kagira Drawing Solutions—can be a game-changer in entering this competitive and globally relevant field.
