The oil industry focuses on the exploration, production and commercialization of hydrocarbons and its derivatives. One key to the profitable exploitation of these resources is to measure, as accurately as possible, the quantities being transported and traded.
From the production fields to the final destinations worldwide, the dynamic measurement of oil and its by-products has an immediate impact upon negotiations between companies or nations. Not receiving the correct amount will generate claims, financial penalties and/or a loss of trust and reputation damage: the oil company suffers. On the other hand, delivering more than the amount requested will lead to lost revenue for the same organization.
Laboratory technicians and chemists responsible for the analysis of crude oil samples for quantity and quality purposes.
To enhance the participants’ competency necessary to gain a detailed introduction to petroleum and petroleum product specifications, and hands on experience on various analytical techniques / standard test methods for its evaluation.
At the end of this course participants will be able to:
• Understand how to evaluate the commodity for assessing handling and processing characteristics, especially the opportunity crude oil.
• Dealing with challenges facing refiners and analysts as crude oil streams become heavier, and higher in sulfur and acid content.
• Motivate his team with effective performance measurement.
• Integrate his leadership responsibilities, competencies and behaviors into his management role.
1. Introduction to Crude Oil Testing.
• Definitions and Terms
• Waxy crude oil testing equipment
o Pour & cloud point test.
o Wax crystallization temperature equipment
o Pipe loop test.
o Rheology test.
o Wax deposition test.
• Heavy crude oil testing equipment.
o Asphalt /Resins ratio.
o Asphalt deposition test.
o GLC test
o Viscosity –temperature curve
• Quality Variations and Their Causes
• The Complexities of Crude Oil Composition
• Sampling Protocols
• Sampling Containers and Sample Integrity, calibration and troubleshoot equipment problems.
2. Managing Dynamic Work Environments
• Designing an Effective Team Communication Strategy
• The elements of successful communication
o The causal link between climate, mood and productivity
o Recognizing mutual communication styles
o The dominance of emotion in communication and thought.
• Planning Your Transition to Successful Leadership
o Building your vision for your high-performing team
o Matching your leadership strategies to your team realities
o Managing reentry into the workplace
o Setting performance milestones to evaluate your success.
