October 10, 2024:
Integrity Management Learning Summit
(Houston, TX)

  • Expert Panel
  • Level: Beginner- Intermediate
  • Study time: 8 PDHs
Course overview
Cost to attend:
  • Premium Pass Holders: Free! Login to sign up
  • Standard registration: $950 


Join us for a one-day workshop in Houston, TX, designed to equip pipeline professionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed for effective pipeline integrity management. This course covers key topics in pipeline safety and compliance, focusing on the latest regulations and technologies. Breakfast and Lunch provided, Networking hour with beverages and light bites also included. ***Please RSVP above so we can account for space, materials and catering***
Class will be held at:
PRCI Technical Development Center
6410 Langfield Road
Building J (located at the back of the office complex)
Houston, TX 77092

 Topics covered:
  • Pipeline Integrity Management Fundamentals
  • Regulatory Landscape and Compliance
  • Risk Management in Pipeline Operations
  • Modern Inspection Methods and Technologies
  • Data-Driven Integrity Management
  • The Future of Pipeline Integrity: Challenges and Opportunities
  • Pipeline Perspectives: Expert Networking Forum

PDH Certificate included upon successful completion

  • Agenda

    • 7:30-8:00 am: Breakfast and Networking
    • 8:00-8:15 am: Welcome and Introduction
    • 8:15-9:30 am: Session 1: Pipeline Integrity Management Fundamentals
    • 9:30-9:45 am: Session 2: Regulatory Landscape and Compliance
    • 11:00-12:15 pm: Session 3: Risk Management in Pipeline Operations
    • 1:15-2:30 pm: Session 4: Modern Inspection Methods and Technologies
    • 2:30-3:45 pm Session 5: Data-Driven Integrity Management
    • 4:00- 4:45 Session 6: The Future of Pipeline Integrity: Challenges and Opportunities
    • 4:45-5:30 pm: Pipeline Perspectives: Expert Networking Forum

Joe Pikas

AMPP Corrosion Specialist & PL SME
ABOUT Joe
Joe Pikas is a subject matter expert for Technical Toolboxes with more than 50 years of experience in pipeline construction, operations, corrosion control design, and implementation, including pipeline engineering management. He is an expert in pipeline integrity management, risk management, coating materials selection, cathodic protection design, and testing, and internal and external pipeline corrosion control. In 2009, he was awarded the NACE Distinguished Service Award and received an industry award in 2002 from AGA, GTI, INGAA, NACE, OPS, and PRCI International. Also, he has contributed over 50 papers to industry trade magazines, NACE, SSPC, and other publications and conferences.