This course addresses all topics related to how to establish and apply a general troubleshooting methodology as well as how to conduct process/equipment specific troubleshooting. Definitions of good/normal performance will be discussed for each process/equipment type covered. Data gathering, validation and utilization procedures will be discussed. Criteria to use when evaluating possible problem solutions will also be covered. Real-world exercises will be utilized throughout the class to reinforce the learning objectives. Both onshore and offshore facilities will be discussed. It is assumed that course participants have a solid understanding of how typical oil and gas production and processing facilities work, including the commonly used processes and equipment involved.
- Process/Facilities engineers
- Operator I Production
- Facilities engineering team leaders/supervisors,
- Senior facilities operational personnel
To enhance the participant’ competency necessary to to conduct process/equipment specific troubleshooting
By the end of this course, the participant will be able to:
- · Differentiate between troubleshooting, optimization, and debottlenecking
- Recognize trouble when it is occurring
- Develop a methodical approach to troubleshooting
- Recognize how different components of a facility interact with each other, and the significance of these interactions
- Gather, validate, and utilize the data needed for troubleshooting
- Understand the criteria to be considered for identifying the best solution when several feasible solutions are available
- Determine typical causes of problems, and their solutions, for the main types of processes and equipment used in the upstream-midstream oil and gas industry
Upon Request
