Often the production of gas and oil is accompanied by water from the formation, condensation, or water injected as lift assist. Also, acid gases are often present in produced fluids, and oxygen is sometimes a contaminant in the water used for injections. These acid gases increase the corrosivity of the waters to steel and can significantly impact the safe operating life of production tubulars and equipment, production vessels, and transportation systems. At the same time Oil companies are extremely concerned with minimizing corrosion for reasons of safe and efficient operations, in addition to cost and finance. That means that corrosive threats need to be eased to a point where the total cost of corrosion maintenance and management program resources are balanced against the benefits gained.
This course will cover processes and procedures required for planning, executing, and continually improving the ability of a company to manage the threat of corrosion for existing and future assets thereby reducing site risks, limiting compliance costs and protecting facilities from unexpected shutdowns, loss of revenue and other increased costs.
- Corrosion engineers.
- Design Engineers.
- Process Engineers.
- Inspectors and Inspection Supervisors.
- Maintenance Engineers and Planners.
- Equipment Engineers.
- Laboratory Chemists.
- Service Company Representatives.
- Other staff whose work requires a deep appreciation of corrosion problems and control.
To enhance the participants’ knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to understand and use advanced corrosion technology and mechanisms in Oil, Gas, and Water.
By the end of this training course, participants will learn to:
- Understand the principles of corrosion and its mechanisms.
- Determine types of corrosion related to oil, gas and water.
- Identify the root causes of corrosion in different industries.
- Relate specific types of corrosion to the environments that lead to their occurrence
- Understand the principles of corrosion and its various forms.
- Utilize advanced techniques for monitoring and detecting corrosion.
- Apply corrosion control methods suitable for diverse service environments.
- Understand the application of corrosion protection techniques.
- Recognize and define corrosion for applications and equipment related to oil, gas and water.
- Apply corrosion inspection and monitoring techniques and methods of corrosion mitigation.
1. Introduction to Advanced Corrosion Technology
- Course Introduction
- Overview of course objectives and learning outcomes.
- Importance of advanced corrosion technology in industries.
- Basics of Corrosion Technology
- Definition and significance of corrosion technology.
- Different forms and types of corrosion.
- Factors affecting corrosion processes.
2. Advanced Corrosion Monitoring
- Understanding Corrosion
- What is corrosion and its impact on industries.
- Advanced types of corrosion and their specific characteristics.
- Influences on corrosion rates and mechanisms.
- Advanced Corrosion Monitoring Techniques
- Overview of advanced monitoring techniques.
- Comparison of various techniques with pros and cons.
- Criteria for selecting the appropriate corrosion monitoring technique.
- Case Studies:
- Real-world examples of advanced corrosion monitoring.
- Lessons learned and best practices from each case study.
3. Chemical Treatment in Corrosion Control
- Basics of Chemical Treatment
- Role of chemical treatment in corrosion management.
- Advanced chemicals used for corrosion control.
- Advanced Chemical Treatment Processes
- In-depth explanation of various chemical treatment processes (e.g., corrosion inhibitors, biocides).
- Methods of applying chemical treatments and their effectiveness.
- Monitoring and Controlling Chemical Treatments
- Techniques for monitoring chemical treatment efficacy.
- Best practices and case studies in chemical treatment applications.
4. Advanced Cathodic Protection
- Introduction to Advanced Cathodic Protection
- Fundamental principles of cathodic protection.
- Types and applications of advanced cathodic protection systems: galvanic (sacrificial anodes) and impressed current.
- Design and Installation of Advanced Cathodic Protection Systems
- Key design considerations for advanced cathodic protection systems.
- Installation steps and considerations for effective implementation.
- Monitoring and Maintenance of Cathodic Protection Systems
- Techniques for monitoring the performance of cathodic protection systems.
- Maintenance routines and troubleshooting common issues.
5. Integration and Advanced Practices in Corrosion Technology
- Integrating Corrosion Control Techniques
- How advanced corrosion monitoring, chemical treatment, and cathodic protection integrate into comprehensive corrosion management strategies.
- Best Practices in Advanced Corrosion Technology
- Summary of best practices in corrosion monitoring, chemical treatments, and cathodic protection.
- Course Wrap-up and Q&A
- Review of key topics and takeaways from the course.
- Open session for participant questions and feedback.
- Additional resources for further learning in corrosion technology.
