Course Director

Various

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

This programme is designed for new recruits to the oil industry, individuals seeking to transition into crude oil processing, new managers, energy personnel, and petroleum engineers.

Objectives

In this course, participants will learn about:

• Crude oil types, properties, and characteristics
• Refining processes for different crude oil types
• Refining process materials, pressures, and temperatures
• Linking all aspects of production
• Product range, including handling waste materials
• Health and safety in refinery operations
• Energy saving and environmental considerations

Course Outline

Day 1: Crude Oil

• Generic composition
• Variations from around the world
• Practical limitations and considerations
• Introduction and initial testing at the refinery

Day 2: Basic Refining Processes

• Review of Day One
• The basic refining processes – a study in process technology
• Materials, pressures, and temperatures involved in refining
• Health and safety aspects of refinery operations

Day 3: Variations in Crude Oil and Specialised Processes

• Transporting and storage of crude oil at the refinery
• Detailed look at refining processes specific to particular crude oil types
• Products, by-products, and added value processes
• Refined LPG technology
• NGL processes and handling techniques

Day 4: Process Integration

• Purpose and limitations of linking processes
• Energy saving through integrated processes
• Maintenance considerations with respect to health and safety
• Product testing and quality control

Day 5: Health & Safety and Waste Management

• Health and safety management in refineries
• Waste management practices
• Hazards in oil refinery operations