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Leak Detection Training

Master every major leak detection method used in industrial facilities, from pressure decay and tracer gas testing to ultrasonic scanning and infrared imaging. This training covers both field techniques and programme management, giving you the skills to find leaks, quantify emissions, and keep systems compliant. Whether you work in oil and gas, manufacturing, or utilities, this course delivers practical, job-ready expertise.

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What you will learn:

You will learn how leaks form, how to measure them, and how to locate them using pressure, vacuum, tracer gas, acoustic, visual, and electronic methods. The course covers hydrostatic and pneumatic testing, helium mass spectrometer operation, ultrasonic detector use, and infrared gas imaging. You will also study underground pipeline detection using correlators and ground microphones. Regulatory compliance, emission estimation, and LDAR programme design are covered in full. By the end, you will be able to select the right detection method for any application and manage a complete leak detection and repair programme.

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Course content

8 Chapters • 40 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)

Chapter 1See details

Foundations of Leak Detection

Lesson 1 • Leak Rate Units and Measurement Concepts
Introduces standard leak rate units and conversion methods used across industries. Provides the quantitative language needed for all subsequent detection and reporting tasks.
Lesson 2 • Overview of Leak Detection Methods
Surveys the major families of detection techniques without deep technical detail. Orients students to the decision landscape they will navigate throughout the course.
Lesson 3 • What Leaks Are and Why They Matter
Defines leaks at the molecular and macro level and links leak events to safety, environmental, and economic consequences. Establishes the motivation for systematic detection programmes.
Lesson 4 • Common Leak Sources in Industrial Systems
Identifies the most frequent failure points in piping, vessels, valves, and fittings. Helps students prioritise inspection locations during field surveys.
Lesson 5 • Physical Principles Behind Leakage
Covers pressure differentials, fluid dynamics, and gas behaviour that govern how leaks form and propagate. Connects physics to practical detection strategy selection.

Chapter 2See details

Pressure and Vacuum Testing Methods

Lesson 1 • Hydrostatic Pressure Testing
Details liquid-filled pressure testing for pipelines and vessels, including setup, pressurisation, and hold-period evaluation. Addresses safety precautions unique to high-pressure liquid tests.
Lesson 2 • Principles of Pressure Decay Testing
Explains how pressure loss over time reveals leak presence and magnitude. Establishes the theoretical basis for all pressure-based quantitative tests.
Lesson 3 • Interpreting and Reporting Test Results
Translates raw pressure data into actionable leak rate values and formal test reports. Builds the documentation skills required for regulatory and quality compliance.
Lesson 4 • Pressure Rise Testing in Vacuum Systems
Covers the inverse of pressure decay for evacuated systems, where rising pressure indicates leakage. Connects vacuum physics to practical test execution.
Lesson 5 • Pneumatic Pressure Testing
Addresses gas-pressurised testing where liquid use is impractical, with emphasis on stored-energy hazards. Teaches risk mitigation strategies specific to pneumatic tests.

Chapter 3See details

Tracer Gas Detection Techniques

Lesson 1 • Tracer Gas Selection and Properties
Compares helium, hydrogen, and refrigerant tracers on sensitivity, safety, and cost. Guides students to match tracer choice to application constraints.
Lesson 2 • Tracer Gas Test Procedures
Provides step-by-step procedures for hood, bombing, and sniffer tracer tests. Connects procedural discipline to measurement accuracy and repeatability.
Lesson 3 • Sensitivity Limits and Error Sources
Identifies factors that degrade tracer gas measurement accuracy, including wind, temperature, and instrument drift. Teaches corrective actions to maintain reliable results.
Lesson 4 • Helium Mass Spectrometer Leak Detection
Covers the operating principles of mass spectrometer leak detectors and their calibration. Teaches both sniffer and vacuum-mode test configurations.
Lesson 5 • Hydrogen Detector Operation
Introduces thermal conductivity and electrochemical sensors used for hydrogen tracer detection. Addresses safe handling of flammable tracer mixtures in field conditions.

Chapter 4See details

Acoustic and Ultrasonic Leak Detection

Lesson 1 • Acoustic Emission Monitoring
Introduces continuous acoustic emission monitoring for pipelines and storage tanks. Distinguishes leak signals from mechanical noise and corrosion events.
Lesson 2 • Scanning Techniques for Leak Location
Teaches systematic scanning patterns for locating leaks in pipes, vessels, and compressed air systems. Emphasises probe distance, angle, and movement speed for reliable results.
Lesson 3 • Interpreting Acoustic Data
Develops skills for analysing waveform data, spectral plots, and trend charts from acoustic instruments. Connects data patterns to leak severity and location confidence.
Lesson 4 • Sound Generation by Leaks
Explains how turbulent flow through a leak orifice generates broadband acoustic energy. Links acoustic frequency content to leak size and pressure differential.
Lesson 5 • Ultrasonic Detector Technology
Describes piezoelectric transducer design, frequency range, and signal processing in ultrasonic detectors. Prepares students to select the right instrument for each application.

Chapter 5See details

Visual, Dye, and Fluorescent Methods

Lesson 1 • Visual Inspection Fundamentals
Establishes systematic visual inspection protocols for identifying staining, corrosion, and wet spots indicating leaks. Covers lighting, magnification, and documentation tools.
Lesson 2 • Soap Bubble and Liquid Film Testing
Covers formulation and application of bubble solutions for pressurised system leak location. Addresses limitations in cold, windy, or high-pressure environments.
Lesson 3 • Combining Visual Methods with Other Techniques
Demonstrates how visual and dye methods complement pressure and tracer gas tests for confirmation. Builds a multi-method workflow for complex leak scenarios.
Lesson 4 • Dye Penetrant Leak Testing
Teaches the full dye penetrant process from surface preparation through developer application and interpretation. Links penetrant sensitivity levels to leak size detectability.
Lesson 5 • Fluorescent Dye Tracer Systems
Introduces UV-fluorescent dyes injected into fluid systems to reveal leak paths under UV light. Covers dye compatibility with system fluids and materials.

Chapter 6See details

Electronic and Sensor-Based Detection

Lesson 1 • Portable Electronic Detector Operation
Teaches bump testing, calibration, and field survey techniques for handheld gas detectors. Emphasises safe operating practices in confined and hazardous areas.
Lesson 2 • Infrared Gas Detection Technology
Covers non-dispersive infrared and optical gas imaging principles for hydrocarbon and CO2 leak detection. Teaches camera operation, image interpretation, and distance limitations.
Lesson 3 • Fixed Gas Detection System Design
Addresses sensor placement strategy, wiring, and control panel integration for permanent monitoring installations. Connects system design to hazard zone mapping and response planning.
Lesson 4 • Data Logging and Alarm Management
Covers electronic data logging, alarm threshold configuration, and event review for fixed and portable systems. Builds skills for trend analysis and false alarm reduction.
Lesson 5 • Electrochemical and Catalytic Sensors
Explains the operating principles of electrochemical cells and catalytic bead sensors for combustible and toxic gas detection. Covers sensor lifespan, poisoning, and replacement intervals.

Chapter 7See details

Pipeline and Underground Leak Detection

Lesson 1 • Ground Microphone and Listening Rod Techniques
Teaches the use of ground microphones and listening rods to detect and localise leak noise in buried pipes. Covers survey patterns and signal interpretation in noisy environments.
Lesson 2 • Challenges of Underground Leak Detection
Identifies factors that complicate underground leak location, including soil type, pipe material, and depth. Sets realistic expectations for detection sensitivity in buried systems.
Lesson 3 • Tracer Gas Injection for Underground Systems
Covers injection of tracer gases into buried pipelines and surface scanning to locate leak emergence points. Addresses soil permeability effects on tracer migration.
Lesson 4 • Flow Balance and District Metering
Introduces flow balance analysis and district metering areas as tools for quantifying network losses. Connects meter data to leak detection programme prioritisation.
Lesson 5 • Leak Noise Correlators
Explains cross-correlation mathematics and practical setup of acoustic correlators for precise leak location. Addresses pipe parameter entry and result validation.

Chapter 8See details

Leak Detection Programme Management

Lesson 1 • Repair Prioritisation and Tracking
Establishes criteria for classifying leak severity and setting repair timelines. Teaches work order creation, repair verification, and delay justification documentation.
Lesson 2 • Programme Performance Metrics and Improvement
Defines key performance indicators for LDAR programmes and methods for tracking improvement over time. Builds a continuous improvement cycle using inspection and repair data.
Lesson 3 • Leak Detection and Repair Programme Design
Guides students through building a structured LDAR programme including component inventory, method assignment, and scheduling. Links programme design to risk-based prioritisation.
Lesson 4 • Regulatory and Compliance Framework
Surveys the functional requirements of leak detection regulations across oil, gas, and industrial sectors. Establishes the compliance obligations that shape programme design decisions.
Lesson 5 • Emission Estimation and Reporting
Covers methods for estimating fugitive emissions from detected leaks and compiling regulatory reports. Connects emission factors and screening values to quantification accuracy.

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This course is for you:

Maintenance technicians: ready to add certified leak detection skills to their toolkit.
HSE coordinators: responsible for fugitive emission compliance at industrial facilities.
Pipeline operators: managing aging distribution networks with growing regulatory scrutiny.
Mechanical engineers: designing or auditing systems where leak integrity is critical.
Career changers: entering the oil, gas, or utilities sector from adjacent trades.
Reliability inspectors: looking to formalize and broaden their condition monitoring expertise.

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