PIPELINE
Design, Construction,
Operation & Integrity
H.H. Sheik Sultan Tower (0) Floor | Corniche Street | Abu Dhabi – U.A.E | www.ictd.ae | [email protected]
Course Introduction:
Pipeline systems for oil and gas industry play important role in modern industrial operations. The
purpose of this course is to present basic characteristics of efficient operation of pipelines in various
engineering applications
This training course will cover the interaction of pipelines with flow moving equipment, i.e. pumps
and compressors and technical characteristics of operation of pump and compressor stations
The delegates will be introduced to main points of inspection and testing according to relevant API
standards
They will also develop familiarity with methods of cleaning and other maintenance activities,
including necessary repairs as prevention of failures.
The programme will include several workshops with real problems from industrial practice which
will enable discussions and exchange of experiences
This training course will feature:
Main aspects of pipeline efficient and safe operation
Approaches to pipeline flow control and measurements
Processes of material degradation due to ageing and work load
Best practices for pipeline cleaning and maintenance
Inspection procedures and estimating remaining life of equipment
Course Objectives:
Upon the successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:
Identify basic principles of safe operation & efficient maintenance of pipelines for various
industrial applications.
Develop deep understanding & familiarity with the practical aspects of operation and
maintenance activities.
Illustrate the concepts discussed and be provided with necessary experience in applying
them.
Use & follow the guidelines & best industrial practices related to operation, control,
inspection & testing of pipelines.
Who Should Attend?
This course in intended for:
Process, chemical and mechanical engineers working in petrochemical and process
industry, including oil refineries and gas production companies where operation and
maintenance of pipelines are high importance
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Operation, technical service and maintenance professionals from various processing plants
involved in everyday operation, control, inspection and maintenance of pipelines
Engineers and consultants dealing with planning of new production lines and retrofitting
plants and introducing new technologies
Technical professionals responsible for maintenance and repair of equipment
Course Outline
Pre- Test
Introduction
DAY 1: OVERVIEW OF TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF PIPELINES
Overview of main elements of oil and gas pipeline systems
Selection & sizing of pipelines: flow rate, MAWP, pumping power: ASME B31.3
Selection of pipeline material and interaction with working fluid
Operation of pump and compressor stations
Pipeline flow control and measurements: custody transfer
Workshop: Examples and solutions
DAY 2: OPERATION & MATERIAL DEGRADATION
Pipeline material ageing: erosion, corrosion & stress corrosion cracking
Corrosion Direct Assessment: External (ECDA) and internal (ICDA) Methods
Cathodic protection, coating and other technologies: outer & inner surface
Metal loss inline inspection (ILI) and smart pigging (NDT) monitoring
Pipeline fatigue, cracks, seam defects and ruptures
Workshop: Examples and solutions
DAY 3: OPERATION & SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Safety Instrumentation, Control Valves and Other Safety Accessories
Transient operation and effects and water hammer
Pipeline failure prevention & root cause analysis
Leak detection methods (LDAR) and patrolling & surveillance: SCADA
Inspection (RBI), Hydrostatic test methodology
Workshop: Examples and Solutions
DAY 4: MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGIES
Pipeline maintenance & cleaning technologies: pipeline reconditioning
Monitoring of pipeline vibrations and support integrity
Repair technologies: welding of composite sleeves and segment replacements
Maintenance of valves, fittings and accessories
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Valve repair: hot tapping, temporary plugging (stopple)
Workshop: Examples and solutions
DAY 5: TESTING & MONITORING IN OPERATION
Hydrostatic testing: allowable operating pressure and hydrostatic test pressure
Reliability and availability of pipelines in operation
Risk based inspection (RBI)
Fitness for Service (FFS)
Estimate of remaining life of equipment
Course summary and review
Course Conclusion
Post Test
Presentation of Certificates
Course Certificate:
International Center for Training & Development (ICTD) will award an internationally
recognized certificate(s) for each delegate on completion of training.
Course Methodology:
A variety of methodologies will be used during the course that includes:
(30%) Based on Case Studies
(30%) Techniques
(30%) Role Play
(10%) Concepts
Pre-test and Post-test
Variety of Learning Methods
Lectures
Case Studies and Self Questionaires
Group Work
Course Timings:
Daily Course Timings:
08:00 - 08:20 Morning Coffee / Tea
08:20 - 10:00 First Session
10:00 - 10:20 Coffee / Tea / Snacks
10:20 - 12:20 Second Session
12:20 - 13:30 Lunch Break & Prayer Break
13:30 - 15:00 Last Session
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