September 24, 2025
(on the same day as the first day of the Conference)
Young Engineer Course
Venue: Course Room, Expo Hall, Hall 6, Singapore Expo, Singapore
The Young Engineer Program is designed to equip young engineers with a profound and practical understanding of valve technology.
Covering the spectrum from fundamental principles to advanced applications, this program focuses on imparting knowledge and skills crucial for the professional growth of aspiring engineers in the field.
Target Audience
This program is tailored for young engineers who are at the early stages of their careers, typically within 0–5 years post-graduation with an engineering degree. It is also suitable for those with up to 3 years of cross-industry experience, such as transitioning from field operations to engineering roles. The program is ideal for individuals in entry-level positions, including Junior Engineers and Field Technicians.
Timetable
Opening Icebreaker
9:30-10:00
Course Moderator – David Yakos, Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of MagDrive Technologies & All Trainees
Session 1
Valve Fundamentals
10:00-10:30
Valves 101: Foundations, Functions, and Future Innovations – David Yakos, Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of MagDrive Technologies
Session 2
Safety Critical Valves
10:30-11:30
Introduction to Pressure Relief Valves: From Fundamentals to Risk-based Maintenance – Emiel Lechevallier, Ventil
11:30-12:15
Mastering Gasket Installation & Emission Optimization: Techniques for Peak Program Efficiency – Vivek Dharmalingam, Klinger Group
Lunch
12:15-13:15
Valves 101: Foundations, Functions, and Future Innovations – David Yakos, Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of MagDrive Technologies
Session 3
Valve Selection & Procurement
13:15-14:00
How to specify valves for purchasing – Mrinal Das, Dorf Ketal Chemicals India Limited
Session 4
Oil & Gas Valve Maintenance
14:00-15:00
Valve Maintenance in Oil & Gas: Reliability, Risk & Best Practices – Richard Bonardo Napitupulu
Session 5
Standards, Testing & Valve Technology
15:00-16:00
The Evolution of Fugitive Emission Test Standards and the First Fugitive Emission Test Laboratory for Valves and Seals – Matt Wasielewski, founded Yarmouth Research and Technology
Session 6
Global Valve Innovations
16:00-17:00
East Meets West for the Environment – Bronson Pate, MagDrive Technologies
Study Tour:
Stand Visit on Expo Floor led by different lecturers
17:00-17:30
The guided tour, led by instructors, will take participants to visit designated booths for indepth learning and interactive communication
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Ms. Laura WANG
Tel: +86-21-6351-9609 ext. 610
E-mail: h.wang@kci-world.com