01 / STANDARD
Understand API RP 578
Build a working grasp of material verification program guidance and where it applies.
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Know the metal.
Own the result.
API RP 578 positive material identification training built for the decisions that matter in the field. Learn the standard, understand the instruments, and put sound material verification practices to work.
Classroom theory + practical field application
578API recommended practice
at the core
at the core
2Days of focused
instruction
instruction
XRF + LIBSTechnology and
field application
field application
Plan your training
2026 class schedule.
January21–22 · Completed
March25–26 · Completed
May27–28 · Completed
July29–30 · Completed
September23–24 · Completed
November18–19 · HoustonNext class ↗Two-day API RP 578 training at the PRCI Technology Center, Houston. Private classes available on request.
Training that travels to the field
From chemistry
to confidence.
Positive material identification is more than a grade name on a screen. It takes the right method, sound sample preparation, and an understanding of what the chemistry actually says.
ATC connects API RP 578 guidance with practical testing procedures, instrument capabilities, and real material verification decisions.
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Built for the real world.
A focused two-day course combining technical foundations with practical material verification applications.
02 / TECHNOLOGY
Know your tools
Understand XRF and LIBS capabilities, limitations, safety, and instrument selection.
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Make better decisions
Connect chemistry, sample preparation, and testing procedures to field practice.
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Professional training.
Documented completion.
Students who successfully complete the two-day API RP 578 course receive a Certificate of Completion documenting their training in positive material identification.
16.0CPD HOURS
A useful training record for API 510, API 570, and API 653 inspectors maintaining continuing education documentation. Acceptance toward recertification is determined by API under its current requirements.
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