The API Bolted Flange Joint Inspector (BFJI) certification is designed to ensure inspectors and engineers have the knowledge and skills required to maintain the safety, reliability, and leak-tightness of bolted flange joints.
This course provides a comprehensive preparation pathway for candidates planning to sit the API BFJI exam. It combines technical understanding of flanged joint integrity with targeted exam practice to build confidence and competence.
Provided as online, eLearning with 3 additional closed book mock exams, you are able to work through the content in your own time, at your own pace. There are no lectures to attend and you can log-on whenever you like. Upon completion of the course you will receive a certificate of completion, outlining 24 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours.
The online modules comprise the following:
Module 1: Flanges
- Working Principle
- Flange Types
- Flange Facing & Surface Finishes
- Flange Rating
- Flange Specifications & Component Sizes
- Pressure Testing
- ASME B16.47
- ASME B16.48
Module 2: Gaskets
- Introduction
- Non-Metallic Types
- Semi-Metallic Types
- Metallic Types
Module 3: Bolting
- Bolts
- Screw Thread Design & Terminology
- ASME B16.5 Bolting Groups
- ASTM A193 Specifications
Module 4: Principles of Flange Assembly
- Washers
- Lubricant and Alignment
- Bolt Tightening Methods & Sequencing
- The Required Steps to Flange Assembly
Module 5: Inspection
- In-service Inspection
- Hot Bolting & Half Bolting Removal
- Flange Face Acceptance Criteria
Module 6: Flange Leakage & Troubleshooting
- Understanding Gasket Behaviour Under Load and Thermal Cycles
- Flange Leakage: Causes and Troubleshooting Approaches
- Best Practices for Leak Prevention and Flange Assembly
Module 7: ASME PCC-2
- Damaged Threads in Tapped Holes
- Flange Repair and Conversion
- Hot and Half Bolting Removal Procedures
- Pressure and Tightness Testing of Piping and Equipment
Upon successful completion of this course, delegates shall be able to;
- Explain the working principles of bolted flange assemblies and their role in maintaining joint integrity.
- Identify and describe the various types of flanges, including sealing faces and surface finishes, and determine their suitability for specific service conditions in accordance with relevant ASME standards.
- Understand flange ratings, specifications, and component sizing requirements.
- Describe the types, materials, and properties of gaskets (non-metallic, semi-metallic, metallic) and their application in different operating environments.
- Describe bolt types, materials, and specifications (including ASTM A193), as well as thread design and terminology per ASME B16.5 and related standards.
- Explain the principles of flange assembly, including the effects of friction, lubrication, alignment, and the role of washers.
- Compare bolt tightening methods and sequencing, and explain the correct application of hot bolting and half-bolting procedures.
- Understand the pressure testing requirements for flanged joints and the differences between hydrostatic, pneumatic, and other test types.
- Apply inspection acceptance criteria for flange faces, bolts, and gaskets, including damage assessment and in-service evaluation per ASME PCC-1, ASME PCC-2 and other references.
- Identify common causes of flange leakage and apply troubleshooting techniques to prevent recurrence, considering gasket behaviour under load and thermal cycling.
- Demonstrate understanding of key requirements from the API BFJI reference publications to support closed-book exam performance.
- Build exam readiness through practice mock exams, applying knowledge to US-style multiple-choice questions.
Note: Enrolling and paying for the examination is in addition to this course and is the student’s responsibility, as is obtaining the required codes per the published API Effectivity List.
For further information on exam details, costs, dates and codes/standards, please see our FAQ page.
| Course | Online Start | Classroom Training Start | Classroom Training End | Location | Price | Course Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| API Bolted Flange Joint Inspector (BFJI) Examination Preparation eLearning Course | Upon Enrollment | N/A | N/A | Online Only | $1500 GST incl. | Places Available Book Now |
This course is also available as a 4 day, in-house training course. If you are interested in this option, please CONTACT US.