2014-15 PetroSkills Facilities Catalog

2 014 - 2015 F A C I L I T I E S T R A I N I N G G U I D E
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Technical Training Courses for Facilities & Process Engineers in Oil and Gas
Topics Include: Gas Processing, Process Facilities, Troubleshooting, Mechanical, IC&E, Process Safety
Engineering, Offshore Facilities, Gas Gathering Systems, Operations & Maintenance, Utility Systems
and more.
NEW COURSES:
ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR:
PF-3 Introduction to Oil and Gas Production

Facilities (pg 19)
PL-22 Pipeline Systems Overview (pg 31)
PL-44 Terminals and Storage Facilities (pg 32)
OGBD Oil and Gas Business Discovery (pg 42)
PMRM Risk Management for Upstream Capital
Projects (pg 45)
FPM63 Advanced Project Management II (pg 46)
OT-44 Fractional Distillation for Operations &
Maintenance (pg 62)
Many new courses for Petroleum Professional Development

Petroleum Business
Project Management
Procurement/Supply Chain Management
Health, Safety, Environment
Operations & Maintenance
Message from the CEO

We are happy to announce our new 2015 schedule. This catalog describes hundreds of best of the best training
courses and development programs for both face-to-face learning and distance learning. I hope you will use these
opportunities to become a more valuable technical professional.
2014 has been an exciting year at PetroSkills as we continue to celebrate our 50th anniversary. Since the first
iterations of Production Operations 1 and the Campbell Gas Course five decades ago, were building more and
more technical professionals and serving the ever-broader needs of the industry. Our competency-based professional
development programs are designed and delivered under the auspices of the PetroSkills Alliance30 of the top
petroleum companies worldwide who work together with us to help us truly offer an industry-driven, industryapproved set of courses, products and services.
With Resource Development Company (RDC) joining PetroSkills, we are poised to provide broader, deeper and
more flexible solutions in the development and assurance of competent personnel. PetroSkills can now help build
competency for tens of thousands of operators, technicians and professionals each year with ePILOT and Active
Learner. ePILOT is our e-Learning library containing more than 750 hours of industry-validated content.
Additionally, we develop effective custom content, leveraging decades of knowledge transfer experience and industryproven instructional design. Active Learner is our learning and compliance management system specifically
designed to address the unique complexities and regulatory requirements of learning in process manufacturing
environments. See page 16 for more information on ePILOT and Active Learner.
PetroSkills is now even more prepared to meet the challenge of being the industry leader in Workforce Development
solutions. Our PetroSkills consulting team is positioned to help you build and implement the needed programs,
processes and solutions to develop your workforce. See page 69 for more information on our Competency
Development and Assurance Solutions.
As our industry evolves and the big crew change marches on, the ability to apply knowledge at the point of work
becomes ever more crucial. PetroSkills is addressing this need through expansion of PetroCore Reference anytimeanywhere access to technical e-reference resources bringing knowledge where and when it is needed. See page 59
for more information on PetroCore.
Some NEW things you will find in this training guide include:
New title and description for our simulation course Advanced Applications in Gas Processing (see page 15)
New Process Facilities course Introduction to Oil and Gas Production Facilities (see page 19)
New Pipeline course Pipeline Systems Overview (see page 31)
New Pipeline course Terminals and Storage Facilities (see page 32)
New Business course Oil and Gas Business Discovery (see page 42)
New Project Management course Risk Management for Upstream Capital Projects (see page 45)
New Project Management course Advanced Project Management II (see page 46)
Many new exciting courses in Petroleum Professional Development (see page 50)
New Operations & Maintenance course Fractional Distillation for Operations & Maintenance (see page 62)
If you would like more information about anything you see in this guide, or our subsurface courses, I invite you to take
a look at petroskills.com or contact us. If theres anything I can do to help, please email me directly at ford.brett@
petroskills.com. Id be happy to hear from you.
Ford Brett
CEO, PetroSkills
1.918.828.2500 | www.petroskills.com | www.jmcampbell.com | 1.800.821.5933 (toll free North America)
All courses available at your location. Call today.
What Sets PetroSkills Apart? The Alliance.
T H E P E T R O S K I L L S A L L I A N C E Created in 2001 by BP, Shell, and OGCI to provide important but not unique
high-quality, business-relevant, competency-based training. Through its membership PetroSkills has successfully evolved into an industrydriven, industry-approved program that spans the value chain. PetroSkills continues to grow as additional organizations join the PetroSkills
For more information on membership, go to petroskills.com/membership
Alliance at various levels.
Mission:
Build competent petroleum professionals by delivering learning and development when,

where and how customers need it..
OBJECTIVES:
PEOPLE - DRIVE THE ALLIANCE

The Member Advisory Board provides
industry-led guidance, and Member
subject matter experts ensure that
content aligns with industry need
through technical Discipline
Networks.
PROCESSES - GUIDE THE

ALLIANCE
Detailed Competency Maps,
continually updated and reviewed,
provide the industrybenchmark framework for
development
PetroSkills
Alliance
COMPETENCY
SOLUTIONS
(collaboration)
Software, consulting, workforce

development, and tailored solutions
to ensure organizational competency
CONTENT -
KNOWLEDGE WHEN, WHERE

AND HOW IT IS NEEDED
Instructor-led training in multiple delivery
models, PetroCore e-reference for
on-demand knowledge transfer, and
blended coaching/mentoring to accelerate
time to competency
Provide the highest quality, business relevant programs that span all
technical processes, and give management assurance that they have the
skilled people they need to maximize asset value
Offer added value to employees via new, broad-reaching courses that fill
gaps, and deliver the ability to perform and be able to prove it
Ensure PetroSkills instructors are the best available
Develop and continuously improve PetroSkills Competency Maps and
progression trees; continue to align Competency Maps with corporate
business goals
Lower internal training costs by reducing administrative burdens,
improving economies of scale, and/or eliminating marginal courses
Increase the availability of courses in both the number of offerings and
the number of delivery locations, thereby delivering competencies at
the lowest total cost
2014 -2015 Facilities Training Guide
Table of Contents
4
8
2014-2015 Training Schedule

My Personal Fast Track
GAS PROCESSING
11

12
13
14

15

G-1
Overview of Gas Processing - Non-Technical
G-2
Overview of Gas Processing - Technical
G-29 LNG Short Course: Technology and the LNG Chain
G-4
Gas Conditioning and Processing
G-4
Day by Day Course Outline
G-4LNG Gas Conditioning and Processing - LNG Emphasis
PS-4
Process Safety Engineering
G-5
Advanced Applications in Gas Processing
G-6
Gas Treating and Sulfur Recovery
PROCESS FACILITIES
19

20
21

22

23

24

PF-3
Introduction to Oil and Gas Production Facilities
PF-4
Oil Production & Processing Facilities
PF-4
Day By Day Course Outline
PF-21 Applied Water Technology in Oil and Gas Production
PF-22 Corrosion Management in Production/Processing Operations
PF-23 Produced Water Treating
PF-42 Separation Equipment - Selection & Sizing
PF-43 Heat Transfer Equipment
PF-44 Relief and Flare Systems
PF-45 Onshore Gas Gathering Systems: Design & Operation
PF-47 Process Utility Systems
PF-49 Troubleshooting Oil and Gas Processing Facilities
PF-81 CO2 Surface Facilities
OFFSHORE
27 OS-4 Fundamentals of Offshore Systems: Design and Construction

OS-21 Overview of Offshore Systems

SS-2
Fundamentals of Subsea Systems
PIPELINE
31

32
PL-22
PL-4
PL-42
PL-44
Pipeline Systems Overview

Fundamentals of Onshore and Offshore Pipeline Systems
Onshore Pipeline Facilities - Design, Construction and Operations
Terminals and Storage Facilities
INSTRUMENTATION, CONTROLS & ELECTRICAL

34 ICE-21 Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical Systems for
Facilities Engineers

E-3
Electrical Engineering Fundamentals for Facilities Engineers

IC-3
Instrumentation and Controls Fundamentals for Facilities Engineers
35 IC-71 PLC and SCADA Technologies

IC-72 Valve and Actuator Technologies

IC-73 Flow and Level Custody Measurement

IC-74 Regulatory Control and PID Loop Tuning
MECHANICAL
37

38

39

ME-41
ME-44
ME-46
ME-47
ME-49
ME-62
REL-5
REL-61
HEALTH, SAFETY, ENVIRONMENT
Piping Systems - Mechanical Design and Specification

Fundamentals of Pump and Compressor Systems
Compressor Systems - Mechanical Design and Specification
Rotating Machinery Best Practices
Troubleshooting Rotating Equipment
Turbomachinery Monitoring and Problem Analysis
Process Plant Reliability and Maintenance Strategies
Risk Based Inspection
55

56

57

58

HS13
HS18
HS23
HS24
HS28
HS20
HS37
HS46
HS45
HS47
HS70
HS71
PETROLEUM BUSINESS
41

42

43

IPB
CM
EWP
OGBD
PFA
PRD
ADA
IOG
STT
Intro to Petroleum Business

Cost Management
Economics of Worldwide Petroleum Production
Oil and Gas Business Discovery
Petroleum Finance and Accounting Principles
Petroleum Risk and Decision Analysis
Adv Decision Analysis with Portfolio and Project Modeling
Fundamentals of International Oil and Gas Law
Strategic Thinking: A Tool-Based Approach
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
44

45

46
PPM
FPM2
FPM22
FPM42
PMRM
FPM62
FPM63
Petro PM: Principles and Practices

Upstream Field Development Project Management
Project Management for Engineering and Construction
Project Management for Brownfield Projects
Risk Management for Upstream Capital Projects
Advanced Project Management
Advanced Project Management II
Basics of Environment
Basics of HSE Management
Applied Environment
Applied Health
Applied HSE Management
Applied Safety
Environmental Management Systems - A Development Workshop
Contractor Safety Management
Risk Based Process Safety Management
SHE Auditing - A Management Systems Approach
Accredited Health & Safety Practitioner: (NVQ Level 5 Diploma in
Occupational Health and Safety Practice) to CMIOSH by Applied
Learning
Accredited Environmental Practitioner (IEMA Full Member by
Applied Learning)
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE

60

61

PS-2
OT-1
OT-3
OT-41
Fundamentals of Process Safety

Oil & Gas Processing Facilities for Operations & Maintenance
Gas Production/Processing for Operations & Maintenance
Gas Dehydration and Amine Sweetening for Operations &
Maintenance

OT-42 NGL Fractionation and Cryogenic NGL Recovery for Operations &
Maintenance
62 OT-43 LNG Facilities for Operations & Maintenance

OT-44 Fractional Distillation

OM-21 Applied Maintenance Management
63 OM-41 Maintenance Planning and Work Control
REFINING
63 RF-31

RF-61
Fundamentals of Refining Technology

Refinery Gas Treating, Sour Water, Sulfur and Tail Gas
PROCUREMENT/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

47

48

SC-41
SC-42
SC-61
SC-62
SC-63
SC-64
Contracts and Tenders Fundamentals

Effective Materials Management
Inside Procurement in Oil & Gas
Strategic Procurement & Supply Mgmt in the O&G Industry
Supplier Relationship Mgmt
Cost/Price Analysis and Total Cost Concepts in Supply Mgmt
PETROLEUM PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

49
50

51

52

OM23
ETWS
NSPI
TB
TLS
PSPI
MCPP
MMF
MLO
RCP2
RCP3
Essential Leadership Skills for Technical Professionals

Essential Technical Writing Skills
Negotiating Skills for the Petroleum Industry
Team Building for In-tact Teams
Team Leadership
Presentation Skills for Petroleum Industry
Making Change Happen: People and Process
Meeting Management and Facilitation for the Petroleum Industry
Managing and Leading Others
Essential Skills for Resolving Workplace Conflict Among Coworkers
Basic Conflict Management Skills for Managers and Leaders
SUBSURFACE
65

66

67

BPT
BE
PO3
BDC
PO1
BR
Basic Petroleum Technology

Basic Petroleum Engineering Practices
Surface Production Operations
Basic Drilling, Completion and Workover Operations
Production Operations 1
Basic Reservoir Engineering
PETROSKILLS SPECIAL FEATURES

9
Developing a Facilities Engineering Group
16 RDC ePILOT
33 Midstream
53 HSE Ladders
59 PetroCore Reference
68 In-House
69 COMPASS
70 Conferences and Conventions
71 Advanced Certificate Programs
72 Instructor Biographies
80 Books and Software
IBC Regional Contacts and Registration
IBC CEU/PDH Certificates
COURSE
CODE
PG
Asia/Australia
Middle East
Europe/Africa
Latin America/
Caribbean
See course descriptions for dates and locations.
Canada
United States
Gas Processing
11
G-2
Overview of Gas Processing - Technical
11
G-29
LNG Short Course: Technology and the LNG Chain
G-4
12
14
G-4 LNG Gas Conditioning and Processing - LNG Emphasis
PS-4
15
G-5
Advanced Applications in Gas Processing
15
G-6
Gas Treating and Sulfur Recovery
COURSE
CODE
14
PG
Process Facilities
19
PF-4
Oil Production & Processing Facilities
21
PF-21
Applied Water Technology in Oil and Gas Production
21
PF-22
Corrosion Management in Production/Processing Operations
22
PF-23
Produced Water Treating
22
PF-42
Separation Equipment - Selection & Sizing
23
PF-44
Relief and Flare Systems
23
PF-45
Onshore Gas Gathering Systems: Design & Operations
24
PF-47
Process Utility Systems
24
PF-49
Troubleshooting Oil and Gas Processing Facilities
24
PF-81
CO2 Surface Facilities
COURSE
CODE
PG
Offshore
27
OS-4
Fundamentals of Offshore Systems Design and Construction
27
OS-21
Overview of Offshore Systems
27
SS-2
Fundamentals of Subsea Systems
COURSE
CODE
PG
31
PL-4
Fundamentals of Onshore and Offshore Pipeline Systems
PL-42
Onshore Pipeline Facilities - Design, Construction and Operations
COURSE
CODE
34
ICE-21
34
Pipeline
31
PG
Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical

Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical Systems for Facilities
Engineers
E-3
Electrical Engineering Fundamentals for Facilities Engineers
34
IC-3
Instrumentation and Controls Fundamentals for Facilities Engineers
35
IC-71
PLC and SCADA Technologies
35
IC-72
Valve and Actuator Technologies
35
IC-73
Flow and Level Custody Measurement
35
IC-74
Regulatory Control and PID Loop Tuning
Asia/Australia
ME-41
Piping Systems - Mechanical Design and Specification
37
ME-44
Fundamentals of Pump and Compressor Systems
37
ME-46
Compressor Systems - Mechanical Design and Specification
38
ME-47
Rotating Machinery Best Practices
38
ME-49
Troubleshooting Rotating Equipment
38
ME-62
Turbomachinery Monitoring and Problem Analysis
39
REL-5
Process Plant Reliability and Maintenance Strategies
39
REL-61
Risk Based Inspection
COURSE
CODE
Mechanical
37
PG
Middle East
COURSE
CODE
Europe/Africa
PG
Latin America/
Caribbean
Canada
United States
Petroleum Business
41
IPB
Introduction to Petroleum Business
41
CM
Cost Management
41
EWP
Economics of Worldwide Petroleum Production
42
OGBD
Oil and Gas Business Discovery
42
PFA
Petroleum Finance and Accounting Principles
42
PRD
Petroleum Risk and Decision Analysis
43
ADA
Advanced Decision Analysis with Portfolio and Project Modeling
43
IOG
Fundamentals of International Oil and Gas Law
43
STT
Strategic Thinking: A Tool-Based Approach
PG
COURSE
CODE
Project Management
44
PPM
Petroleum Project Management: Principles and Practices
44
FPM2
Project Management in Upstream Field Development
44
FPM22
Project Management for Engineering and Construction
45
FPM42
Managing Brownfield Projects
45
PMRM
Risk Management For Upstream Capital Projects
45
FPM62
Advanced Project Management
46
FPM63
Advanced Project Management II
PG
COURSE
CODE
Supply Chain Management
47
SC-41
Contracts and Tenders Fundamentals
47
SC-42
Effective Materials Management
47
SC-61
Inside Procurement in Oil and Gas
48
SC-62
Strategic Procurement and Supply Management in the Oil and Gas

Industry
48
SC-63
Supplier Relationship Management
48
SC-64
Cost/Price Analysis and Total Cost Concepts in Supply Management
Petroleum Professional Development
Asia/Australia
COURSE
CODE
Middle East
PG
Europe/Africa
Canada
United States
Latin America/
Caribbean
49
OM-23
Essential Leadership Skills for Technical Professionals
50
ETWS
50
NSPI
Negotiation Skills for the Petroleum Industry
51
TB
Team Building for Intact Teams
51
TLS
Team Leadership
51
PSPI
Presentation Skills for Petroleum Industry
51
MCPP
52
MMF
Meeting Management and Facilitation for the Petroleum Industry
52
MLO
52
RCP2
Essential Skills for Resolving Workplace Conflict Among Coworkers
52
RCP3
PG
COURSE
CODE
55
HS18
55
HS23
Applied Environment
56
HS28
56
HS20
Applied Safety
57
HS37
Environmental Management Systems - A Development Workshop
57
HS46
57
HS45
Risk Based Process Safety Management
58
HS47
SHE Auditing - A Management Systems Approach
PG
COURSE
CODE
60
PS-2
60
OT-1
Oil & Gas Processing Facilities for Operations & Maintenance
62
OT-43
LNG Facilities for Operations & Maintenance
62
OM-21
Applied Maintenance Management
63
OM-41
Maintenance Planning and Work Control
Personal Fast-Track
My personal fast-track to competency (3-year plan)
You know what your career goals are but have you figured out the best way to get there? Comprehensive
self-assessment can highlight areas in which you may need training. Use this chart to develop your own personal
FastTrack to competency progression.
the Course Name, Date and

Location in the boxes below.
* Record
Choose additional courses, such as Process Safety Engineering

(PS-4) or Corrosion Management in Production/Processing
Operations (PF-22), or other company-specific training, for
further depth in developing competencies.
For broader knowledge,

choose courses such as
Project Management
for Engineering and
Construction (FPM22).
Choose a Foundation course, such as Gas Conditioning

and Processing (G-4), Oil Production and Processing (PF-4),
Fundamentals of Offshore Design and Construction (OS-4) or
Fundamentals of Onshore and Offshore Pipeline Systems (PL-4).
10
Gas Processing Engineer
GAS PROCESSING
Course Progression
The Gas Processing Progression covers equipment and processes primarily focused on the handling of natural gas and its
associated liquids. The wellhead is the starting point, ending with delivery of the processed gas, meeting the required
specifications, into a sales gas or reinjection pipeline. Recovered natural gas liquids (NGL), again meeting the required
specifications, are delivered to an export point either a pipeline or storage facility. The NGL may be fractionated
into individual specification products or sold as a mix for fractionation elsewhere. Waste by-products are disposed of
in accordance with the applicable regulatory requirements. Main topics covered include: fundamentals, natural gas
characterization, phase behavior, vaporliquid equilibrium, basic thermodynamics, and waterhydrocarbon behavior and
all the key equipment to process natural gas. PetroSkills | John M. Campbell training delivers competency-based training
in these and other areas, at progressive levels to provide the skills necessary to successfully support the operation of oil
and gas production processes.
Gas Processing Engineer 3-Year Course Progression

Below is an example of a 3-year course progression covering topics we believe critical to developing technically strong
Gas Processing Engineers.
Gas Treating and

Sulfur Recovery (G-6)
Troubleshooting Oil
and Gas Processing
Facilities (PF-49)
Process Utility
Systems (PF-47)
Fundamentals of Pump &
Compressor Systems in Oil
and Gas Facilities (ME-44)
Piping Systems Mechanical Design and
Specification (ME-41)
Process Safety
Engineering (PS-4)
Additional courses offer further depth in developing

competencies.
PAGE
15
PAGE
24
PAGE
24
PAGE
37
PAGE
37
Corrosion Management
in Production/Processing
Operations (PF-22)
Onshore Gas Gathering
Systems: Design &
Operation (PF-45)
Heat Transfer
Equipment (PF-43)
Relief and Flare
Systems (PF-44)
21
PAGE
23
PAGE
22
PAGE
23
Instrumentation, Controls
& Electrical Systems for
Facilities Engineers (ICE-21)
Project Management
for Engineering and
Construction (FPM-22)
CO2 Surface
Facilities (PF-81)
Overview of Offshore
Systems (OS-21)
LNG Short Course:
Technology and the
LNG Chain (G-29)
PAGE
44
PAGE
24
PAGE
27
PAGE
11
PAGE
34
PAGE
14

(G-4)
PAGE

these courses are
recommended.
PAGE
12
A 3-year progression for a Gas Processing Engineer

would begin with the Gas Conditioning and Processing
Course (G-4).
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: Be eligible for a PetroSkills Advanced Certificate in Gas Processing by
completing any four of the courses above within a period of 3 years, starting with G-4 (see page 71 for more details).
11
Overview of Gas
Processing
Technical (G-2)
LNG Short Course:

Technology and the
LNG Chain (G-29)
BASIC
BASIC
BASIC
D ES I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
DE SI GN E D F OR
General administration, supervisory, non-technical

management personnel, as well as anyone that could
benefit from a broad overview of important aspects of
the gas processing industry.
G-2 is a versatile overview of the gas conditioning

and processing industry based on highly condensed
material from Campbells G-4 and G-6 courses. As
a wide ranging overview, it is suitable for interested
parties, such as geologists, reservoir engineers, line
managers, sales and business development staff,
related specialists such as environmental staff,
operational staff, shift foremen, or those new to the
industry such as entry-level engineers, as well as
anyone interested in a general, technically oriented
overview of the gas processing industry.
Commercial and managerial staff looking for a concise

overview; Engineers new to the LNG industry; Operations
supervision staff and senior plant personnel; Specialists
looking to broaden their general knowledge of LNG; Staff
involved in LNG commerce interested in LNG technical
fundamentals; People wishing to understand LNG jargon
YO U W I L L LEA RN
Oil and gas facilities terminology

Fundamentals of commercial and contract issues
Key areas in oil and gas production surface facilities
How gas is transported and sold
Non-technical fundamentals of technology and
processes
Why various treatment processes and technologies are
selected for differing gas compositions and processing
applications
Markets and uses for natural gas liquids
ABO U T T HE CO UR S E
This course is designed for a broad non-technical

audience. While the course is intended to be interactive
and participatory, most technical calculations are
eliminated and use of technical terminology is minimized.
CO UR SE CO NT ENT
Basic concepts & fundamentals of natural gas

Industry overview
Natural gas composition and specifications
Process facilities
Gas properties and behavior
Gas flow fundamentals
Natural gas treating
Overview of sulfur recovery and disposal
Gas dehydration
Conditioning and processing of natural gas
Liquid product fractionation and treating
Gas compression
Transportation systems
YOU WI LL LE ARN
Overview of world energy trends, natural gas, and the

role of gas processing and conditioning
Natural gas sources, makeup, properties, specifications,
and related oil and gas terminology
How gas is transported and sold
Field operations that support gas processing
Options for various basic gas conditioning and
processing steps: treating, dehydration, liquid
extraction, and product fractionation and treating
Key commercial and contract issues in liquids
extraction
Principles of gas measurement and common
measurement devices
Markets and uses for NGL, LPG, ethane, propane and
butane
Key pieces of equipment used in natural gas production
and processing facilities
Overview of related specialty processes such as LNG,
nitrogen rejection and helium recovery, and sulfur
recovery and acid gas reinjection
ABOUT THE CO U RSE
This course is designed for a broad audience. It is

participative and interactive, and utilizes fundamental
technical exercises and terminology to communicate key
learning points.
COURSE CONTE N T
Natural Gas and World Energy Trends

A Closer Look at Natural Gas
Gas Sweetening
Gas Hydrates and Dehydration
Phase Behavior and Phase Envelopes
Stabilization and Fractionation Concepts and Facilities
Gas Conditioning (Dew Point Control) and NGL
Extraction
Gas Processing Key Equipment and Support Systems
(Heat Transfer, Compression, Pipelines, and Gathering
Systems Measurement)
Specialty Processes in Gas Processing (LNG, Nitrogen
Rejection and Helium Recovery, and Sulfur Recovery
and Acid Gas Reinjection)
Special Topics in Gas Processing
2014-15 Schedule and Tuition / 3 Days
To arrange an in-house session of this course, visit www.

petroskills.com/inhouse.
HOUSTON, U.S.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA

LONDON, U.K.
PERTH, AUSTRALIA
PITTSBURGH, U.S.

STAVANGER, NORWAY
18-20 MAR 2015

US$3,150
11-13 AUG 2015
US$3,150
2-4 DEC 2014
US$3,820
1-3 DEC 2015
US$3,820
13-15 APR 2015 US$3,610+VAT
22-24 JUN 2015 US$3,820+GST
10-12 NOV 2014
US$3,120
9-11 NOV 2015
US$3,120
22-24 SEP 2015
US$3,610
YOU WI L L L E A RN
What is LNG and why LNG is produced

LNG industry current status review
LNG facilities world-wide
A survey of commercial and contractual issues
About project costs, feasibility and development
Some fundamentals of gas processing technology
Technologies used in the production of LNG
To apply knowledge of LNG gas pretreatment, drying and
refrigeration
To describe liquefaction technologies and appreciate the
differences
The types of compressor drivers, gas turbines and electric
motors
About LNG storage, shipping and terminals
Regasification of LNG and distribution to consumers
New developments in off-shore LNG for regasification and
liquefaction
A BOU T T H E C OU RSE
This LNG Short Course is designed for participants requiring

moderate technical coverage coupled with information on LNG
commerce and all parts of the LNG Value Chain. Designed to be
presented over 5-days, the course covers technical LNG basics,
facility operation topics, technical and design issues. Key
commercial issues are also discussed. Selected exercises and
syndicates are used throughout the course that reinforce the
main topics of LNG trade and technology.
In-House versions are available with either increased technical
and operational emphasis or increased project and development
emphasis. More in-depth coverage for technical, production
and processing personnel is available in our 10-day course G-4
Gas Conditioning and Processing LNG emphasis.
C OU RSE C ON T E N T
Introduction: What is LNG and where it comes from Technical

Fundamentals #1: Molecular weight, heating value and Wobbe
Index Technical Fundamentals #2: Vapour pressure, multicomponent mixtures, thermodynamics Gas Pre-treatment:
Removal of acid gas, water, mercury and NGLs Heat
Exchangers: Description of heat exchangers specifically used for
LNG production including Plate Fin and Coil Wound exchangers
Refrigeration: Single and multi-component refrigeration cycles
Rotating machinery: Compressors and drivers used for LNG,
pumps and turbo expanders Liquefaction: Description of typical
liquefaction technologies for base-load and small scale
production, issues relating to technology selection and operation.
LNG Storage: Description of LNG storage tanks, sizing basis,
small scale tanks LNG Shipping: Types of LNG carriers, marine
management issues and LNG transfer Siting Issues: Site
selection and HSSE considerations LNG Importing: Basis for
sizing, technology selection, energy integration Commercial
Issues: The LNG chain and impact of contractual issues on LNG
plant design and operation; LNG pricing Project Issues: What
influences LNG facility costs, benchmark costs, construction
issues New Developments: Development of off-shore LNG
operations to regasification and liquefaction, coal seam gas project
issues.

HOUSTON, U.S.
10-14 AUG 2015
US$4,150
JAKARTA SELATAN, INDONESIA 14-18 SEP 2015
US$5,460
LONDON, U.K.
18-22 MAY 2015 US$4,780+VAT
PERTH, AUSTRALIA
1-5 DEC 2014 US$5,460+GST

20-24 JUL 2015 US$5,460+GST

30 NOV-4 DEC 2015 US$5,460+GST
GAS PROCESSING
Overview of Gas
Processing
Non-Technical (G-1)
12
Gas Conditioning and Processing (G-4)

FOUNDATION
INSTRUCTOR
SPOTLIGHT
GAS PROCESSING
D ES IG NED FO R
Production and processing personnel involved with natural gas and associated liquids to acquaint or reacquaint
themselves with gas conditioning and processing unit operations. This course is for facilities engineers, process
engineers, senior operations personnel, field supervisors and engineers that select, design, install, evaluate or operate
gas processing plants and related facilities. A broad approach is taken with the topics.
Y O U WILL LEA R N
About the selection and evaluation of processes used to dehydrate natural gas, meet hydrocarbon dewpoint specifications
and extract NGLs
Application of gas engineering and technology in facilities and gas plants
Important specifications for gas, NGL and condensate
How to apply physical/thermodynamic property correlations and principles to the operation, design and evaluation of gas
processing facilities
Practical equipment sizing methods for major process equipment
To evaluate technical validity of discussions related to gas processing
To recognize and develop solutions to example operating problems and control issues in gas processing facilities
A BO UT T HE CO URSE
The Campbell Gas Course has been the standard of the industry for forty-five years. Over 35,000 engineers have attended
our G-4 program, considered by many to be the most practical and comprehensive course in the oil and gas industry. Both
hand-methods and computer-aided analysis are used to examine sensitivities of technical decisions. To enhance the learning
process, about 30 problems will be assigned, reviewed and discussed throughout the course. Problems will be solved
individually and in teams.
CO UR S E CO NT ENT
Gas processing systems

Physical properties of hydrocarbons
Terminology and nomenclature
Qualitative phase behavior
Vapor-liquid equilibrium
Water-hydrocarbon phase behavior, hydrates etc
Basic thermodynamic concepts
General system energy changes and rate processes
Process control fundamentals
Fluid hydraulics; two-phase flow
Separation equipment
Heat transfer, heat exchangers
Pumps
Compressors and gas turbines
Refrigeration
Fractionation/distillation
Glycol dehydration; TEG
Adsorption systems, molecular sieves
ABERDEEN, U.K.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA

CALGARY, CANADA
DENVER, U.S.

DOHA, QATAR
DUBAI, U.A.E.

HOUSTON, U.S.

17-28 NOV 2014

13-24 APR 2015
14-25 SEP 2015
9-20 NOV 2015
8-19 DEC 2014
7-18 DEC 2015
25 MAY-5 JUN 2015
2-13 MAR 2015
15-26 JUN 2015
20 SEP-1 OCT 2015
16-27 NOV 2014
12-23 APR 2015
15-26 NOV 2015
27 OCT-7 NOV 2014
2-13 FEB 2015
20 APR-1 MAY 2015
13-24 JUL 2015
24 AUG-4 SEP 2015
26 OCT-6 NOV 2015
7-18 DEC 2015
US$9,620+VAT
US$9,620+VAT
US$9,620+VAT
US$9,620+VAT
US$9,720+GST
US$9,720+GST
US$8,670+GST
US$8,670
US$8,670
US$9,620
US$9,620
US$9,620
US$9,620
US$8,760
US$8,760
US$8,760
US$8,760
US$8,760
US$8,760
US$8,760
What courses do you teach?

I teach the two-week G-4 Gas Conditioning and
Processing course in both public and in-house
settings. In addition, I teach a one-week process
overview course at locations around the world.
Do you have a favorite city to visit?

Each city has its own culture, history and charm.
My favorite cities are St. Petersburg and Stockholm. While teaching over the last two years, I
have enjoyed visiting Bangkok, Aberdeen and
Kuala Lumpur.
A favorite food from one of the

cities in which you teach?
While most of the locations have diversified
international cuisines, I have enjoyed the Tex-Mex
food in Houston, the fresh green coconut drink in
Bangkok, and relish the tastes of Italian cuisine
with different local flavors.
S EE S A MPLE CO U RSE OUTLI NE AND DAI LY SCHE DUL E ON PA GE 1 3 .
YUV
MEHRA
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA 13-24 OCT 2014

US$9,720

8-19 DEC 2014
US$9,720

12-23 OCT 2015
US$9,720

7-18 DEC 2015
US$9,720
LONDON, U.K.
6-17 OCT 2014
US$9,620+VAT

1-12 DEC 2014
US$9,620+VAT

2-13 FEB 2015
US$9,620+VAT

22 JUN-3 JUL 2015 US$9,620+VAT

5-16 OCT 2015
US$9,620+VAT

30 NOV-11 DEC 2015 US$9,620+VAT
ORLANDO, U.S.
20-31 OCT 2014
US$8,670

1-12 DEC 2014
US$8,670

19-30 OCT 2015
US$8,670

30 NOV-11 DEC 2015
US$8,670
PERTH, AUSTRALIA
1-12 DEC 2014
US$9,720+GST

3-14 AUG 2015
US$9,720+GST

7-18 DEC 2015
US$9,720+GST
PITTSBURGH, U.S.
9-20 NOV 2015
US$8,670
SAN ANTONIO, U.S.
10-21 AUG 2015
US$8,670
STAVANGER, NORWAY
3-14 NOV 2014
US$9,620

9-20 MAR 2015
US$9,620

2-13 NOV 2015
US$9,620
WASHINGTON, U.S.
4-15 MAY 2015
US$8,670
Do you have a favorite hobby you

enjoy?
Traveling and photography are my hobbies. While
teaching courses, I take pictures of participants in
action, and collect their portraits for my memories,
which I share with the participants at the end of
each class.
Do you have a short story to share

from a session?
At an in-house course offering, a participant
shared the recurring problem at one of his Companys gas plants. Near the end of the course, all
participants used the course topics to first identify
and understand the causes of the problem, and
then used the course materials to help identify
the needed steps to resolve the situation. Subsequently, the participants followed up with their
management, and implemented the discussed
steps to successfully resolve the problem. Putting
into practice what engineers learn is not only
cost-effective for the Companies but also a basis
for supporting the development of competencies
through PetroSkills courses.
For updated schedule information or to arrange an In-House session of this course, contact [email protected].
13
Gas Conditioning and Processing (G-4)

Course Outline
GAS CONDITIONING AND PROCESSING (G-4)
Pressure vessel design; principles of separation; vessel sizing

- vertical and horizontal, two/three phase; mist extraction;
internals and specification; principles of rate processes; series
and parallel resistance; and fundamentals of heat transfer.
Separation Equipment
Rate Processes
DAY 6
DAY 7
DAY 8
DAY 5
Control modes (proportional, reset, derivative); valve

characteristics; DCS and PLCs; flow measurement; examples
of control applications, including liquid and gas flow, looped
systems, complex systems and 2 phase horizontal and vertical
flow.
Process Control Fundamentals
Fluid Flow
Consolidated Problem. NGL extraction for HC dewpoint control
and hydrate inhibition.
Overview and principles of compression including reciprocating

and centrifugal compressors, power consumption, performance
curves, axial compressors, compressor drivers and compressor
control; principles of refrigeration including pressure vs. enthalpy
charts, basic simple refrigeration cycle, economizer systems,
power consumption, condenser load and mixed refrigerants;
LTS/LTX processes; and turboexpanders.
Compressors
Refrigeration
Fractionator operation, design and specification; mass transfer
fundamentals; minimum reflux, theoretical trays; overall
efficiency; energy balances; and oil stabilizers.
Refrigeration (Contd)
Fractionation
Refrigeration/Fractionation Exercise
DAY 9
Hydrate inhibition with glycols and alcohols, low dosage;

energy balances; energy and power; tables of data; and basic
thermodynamic concepts.
Water-Hydrocarbon Behavior (Contd)
Basic Thermodynamic Concepts
System Energy Changes
Heat Exchangers - Overview, design and specification, shell and

tube, plate, plate fin, heaters, cooling towers, and aerial coolers;
pump principles; power and head; NPSH evaluation of pump
performance and system curves; positive displacement and
centrifugal pumps; and pump control.
Heat Transfer
Pumps
Principles of glycol dehydration; glycol unit operation and

design; absorber design and specification; equilibrium concepts;
regeneration; coabsorption of aromatics; troubleshooting;
foaming; and corrosion.
Fractionation (Contd)
Glycol Dehydration
DAY 10
Principles of vapor-liquid equilibrium; K-values; dewpoints;

bubblepoints; flash calculations; water content of natural gas;
and hydrates.
Vapor-Liquid Equilibrium
Water-Hydrocarbon Behavior
Phase Envelopes and Flash Calculations
DAY 4
DAY 2
Introduction to gas processing; gas and liquid contracts and

specifications; gas process systems and options; physical
properties of hydrocarbon fluids; and phase behavior.
Course Introduction
Gas Processing Systems
Physical Properties of Hydrocarbons
Qualitative Phase Behavior
DAY 3
DAY 1
EXAMPLE OF DAY BY DAY COURSE TOPICS
Operation and design of adsorption dehydration systems;

properties of desiccants; sizing tower; regeneration
requirements; and hydrocarbon recovery units.
Glycol Dehydration (Contd)
Adsorption Systems
Course Overview
GAS PROCESSING
Considered by many to be the most practical and comprehensive course in the oil and gas industry, the Campbell
Gas Course, has been attended by over 35,000 engineers. The standard of the industry for well over fortyfive (45) years, Gas Conditioning and Processing (G-4) deals with the practical planning, design, specification and
operation of gas processing and production systems.
GAS PROCESSING
14
Gas Conditioning
and Processing
LNG Emphasis (G-4LNG)
Process Safety
Engineering (PS-4)
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
DES IG NED FO R
DE S I GN E D F OR
Personnel involved with natural gas processing and

LNG production, as well as anyone interested in a solid
understanding of the principles of an LNG plant. A
broad approach is taken with the topics.
Facilities, process and design engineers, as well as

new safety/loss prevention engineers who require an
overview of Process Safety Engineering.
YO U WILL LEA R N
Types of equipment and process systems that have

historically been problematic in the upstream oil & gas
industry
Basics of risk analysis
Thinking in terms of Inherently Safer Design
Most commonly used process hazards analysis
methods and where they are used
Layers of Protection concept - what the different layers
are and how they are applied
Detection and mitigation methods for different types of
hazards
Fundamentals of gas processing and conditioning for

the LNG industry
How gas engineering and technology is applied in LNG
facilities
About important specifications for gas, LNG, NGLs and
condensate
To select and evaluate processes used to dehydrate
natural gas and remove heavy components
Other contaminants in LNG feed-gas
Techniques to extract NGLs for LNG plants
Important topics of H2S and CO2 removal before
liquefaction
Physical/thermodynamic property correlations and
principles, including heating values, etc. as applied to
gas processing facilities and LNG plants
How to perform and review equipment sizing for major
process equipment
Fundamentals of propane, propane pre-cooled mixed
refrigerant and cascade refrigerant systems as used in
LNG plants
Key points in other LNG liquefaction technologies
Overview of LNG storage, transportation, and
revaporization
ABO UT T HE CO URSE
This is the LNG-industry version of our popular G-4

course (the Campbell Gas Course) with expanded
coverage on refrigeration and liquefaction. The course
includes in-depth information on basic LNG gas
conditioning and processing. Instructors will explain the
acid gas removal processes employed in LNG processes.
Relevant details of both the mixed refrigerant and cascade
processes in LNG liquefaction are described.
Approximately 30 class exercises/problems are assigned,
reviewed and discussed during the course. Versions of
this course have been taught in many of the worlds baseload and peak-shaving LNG plants.
C O URS E CO NT ENT
Basic gas technology principles Gas processing

systems Terminology and nomenclature Properties of
hydrocarbons LNG focus Vapor-liquid phase behavior
and equilibrium Water-hydrocarbon system behavior.
Hydrates and Inhibition Thermodynamics of LNG
processes Separation equipment Gas treatment, CO2
and H2S removal for liquefaction. Dehydration of natural
gas glycol, molecular sieves Heat transfer, heat
exchangers Pumps and compressors; gas turbines
Refrigeration systems LNG liquefaction technologies
Fractionation and absorption Process control examples
LNG storage, shipping and receiving overview
Course review and summary

CALGARY, CANADA
DOHA, QATAR

HOUSTON, U.S.
JAKARTA SELATAN, INDONESIA
PERTH, AUSTRALIA
26 OCT-6 NOV 2015 US$7,540+GST

23 NOV-4 DEC 2014
US$8,270
22 NOV-3 DEC 2015
US$8,270
1-12 JUN 2015
US$7,615
31 AUG-11 SEP 2015 US$7,960
11-22 MAY 2015 US$7,960+GST
YOU WI L L L E A RN
ABO U T T H E C OU RSE
This course provides an overview of process safety

engineering fundamentals for hydrocarbon processing
facilities, with emphasis on the upstream oil & gas sector.
The focus of this course is on the engineering/design
aspects of Process Safety Management. Frequent
reference will be made to historical incidents and recurring
problem areas. Techniques for analyzing and mitigating
process safety hazards applicable to oil and gas
processing will be reviewed. Integration of the concepts
covered to achieve a measured approach to Process Safety
Engineering is a key aim of this course. Exercises and
group projects will be utilized throughout the course to
emphasize the key learning points.
COU RSE C ON T E N T
Historical Incident & Problem Areas Risk Analysis

Basics Process Hazards Analysis Techniques
Overview Layers of Protection Inherently Safer Design
Hazards Associated with Process Fluids Leakage and
Dispersion of Hydrocarbon Releases Combustion
Behavior of Hydrocarbons Sources of Ignition
Hazards Associated with Specific Plant Systems Plant
Layout & Equipment Spacing Pressure Relief and
Disposal Systems Corrosion & Materials Selection
Process Monitoring and Control Safety Instrumented
Systems Fire Protection Principles Explosion
Protection

BAKERSFIELD, U.S.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA
CALGARY, CANADA
DOHA, QATAR
DUBAI, U.A.E.

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.

ORLANDO, U.S.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL

17-21 NOV 2014

US$4,350
16-20 NOV 2015
US$4,350
3-7 AUG 2015
US$5,780+GST
27-31 JUL 2015 US$4,350+GST
10-14 MAY 2015
US$5,490
30 NOV-4 DEC 2014
US$5,490
13-17 DEC 2015
US$5,490
15-19 DEC 2014
US$4,350
9-13 FEB 2015
US$4,350
14-18 SEP 2015
US$4,350
14-18 DEC 2015
US$4,350
13-17 APR 2015
US$5,780
6-10 OCT 2014
US$5,060+VAT
18-22 MAY 2015 US$5,060+VAT
5-9 OCT 2015
US$5,060+VAT
3-7 NOV 2014
US$4,350
2-6 NOV 2015
US$4,350
29 JUN-3 JUL 2015 US$5,780+GST
13-17 OCT 2014
US$4,460
19-23 OCT 2015
US$4,460

has become
MISSION
CRITICAL
Process Safety
Engineering
PS-4
Slips, Trips and Falls are Decreasing

but Major Incidents are Increasing.
Gain Confidence in
by Knowing:
What equipment causes the biggest
problems
What processes are causing the major
issues
How to apply the Layers of Protection
What are the keys to fundamental risk
analysis
Where to use process hazard analysis
most effectively
How to apply detection and mitigation
methods for different hazards
What Inherently Safer Design really
means and how to apply the principal
in your everyday job and much more
See full course description on this page
Seats fill quickly, so enroll today!
petroskills.com/ps4
15
Advanced Applications
in Gas Processing
(G-5)
INTERMEDIATE
INTERMEDIATE
D ES I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
Production and processing personnel involved with

natural gas treating and sulfur recovery requiring
an understanding of the principles of these process
operations. This course is for facilities engineers,
process engineers, operations personnel, field
supervisors and others who operate, select, design,
install, or evaluate gas sweetening and sulfur recovery
facilities.
Engineers needing an intensive training in natural gas

processing and associated liquids recovery processes
with emphasis on the use and benefits of a simulation
package. Those having a good understanding of basic
sweet gas processing operations or who have attended
the G4 Gas Conditioning and Processing course will
benefit most from this course.
YO U W I L L LEA R N
To determine the water content and hydrate formation

conditions for gas streams using both a commercial
process simulator and hand calculation methods
Techniques to inhibit hydrate formation including
injection of equilibrium inhibitors such as methanol and
MEG
Preliminary design and evaluation of TEG dehydration
processes using quick hand calculations
Design of processes used to control the hydrocarbon
dew point of sales gas streams by removing NGLs
using mechanical refrigeration processes
Various techniques to optimize mechanical refrigeration
systems
How to use the process simulator to evaluate the impact
that pressure and temperature changes have on the
sizing of process equipment and levels of NGL recovery
How to use short-cut distillation calculations to provide
input to rigorous distillation simulations in order to
obtain consistent convergence
Which thermodynamic property correlations are the best
applications for various gas processing systems
Limitations associated with commercial simulation
packages and how the simulation results can be quickly
checked for relative accuracy
Evaluation and selection of processes to remove acid

gases (H2S, CO2, COS, CS2, mercaptans, etc.) from gas
and NGLs
The advantages and disadvantages of available gas
treating technology and processes
How to estimate solvent circulation rates, energy
requirements and equipment sizes
Recognize and evaluate solutions to common operating
and technical problems
Sulfur recovery technologies, including an overview of
the Claus Sulfur process
How to select among the sulfur recovery process given
differing process conditions
Tail gas clean-up
ABO U T T HE CO URS E
This course emphasizes process selection, practical

operating issues, technical fundamentals, and integration
of the sweetening facilities into the overall scheme of gas
processing. Sulfur recovery and tail gas processes are
also covered including standard Claus configurations,
SuperClaus, EuroClaus, SCOT etc. Special design
and operation topics such as handling trace sulfur
compounds and the importance of H2S:CO2 ratio is
covered. Related topics such as liquid product treating,
corrosion, materials selection and NACE requirements will
also be reviewed.
CO UR SE CO NT ENT
Fundamentals of sour gas processing, sweetening etc.

Overview of gas treating and sulfur recovery,
terminology Gas specifications and process selection
criteria Generic and specialty amine treating Common
operating and technical problems Proprietary amine
solvents such as Sulfinol and Flexsorb Carbonate
processes Physical absorption processes, e.g. Selexol
Metallurgical issues corrosion Other technologies
and new developments Selective treating, acid gas
enrichment Solid bed and non-regenerable treating;
scavengers Liquid product treating Sulfur recovery
processes Tail gas clean-up: SCOT-type, CBA and
others Acid gas injection Emerging and new
technologies Course workshop and summary

CALGARY, CANADA
DOHA, QATAR

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.

ORLANDO, U.S.

22-26 JUN 2015 US$4,420+GST

7-11 DEC 2014
US$5,490
8-12 NOV 2015
US$5,490
17-21 NOV 2014
US$4,460
9-13 MAR 2015
US$4,460
16-20 NOV 2015
US$4,460
20-24 APR 2015 US$5,150+VAT
5-9 OCT 2015
US$5,150+VAT
1-5 DEC 2014
US$4,420
30 NOV-4 DEC 2015 US$4,420
YOU W I LL LE ARN
ABOUT THE COU RSE
The course has been designed to cover sweet gas processing

and NGL recovery topics in a 5-day format using a
commercial simulator to perform calculations. A basic
working knowledge of the commercial process simulation
package being used will provide the best opportunity to
achieve the learning objectives of this course. Volumes 1 and
2 of the John M. Campbell text books, Gas Conditioning and
Processing, are used as the basis for the material presented in
this course. A comprehensive course exercise based on a
typical gas processing facility which can be applied to either
onshore or offshore facilities is used for this course. The
problem is developed in stages, as the material is covered,
using a commercial simulator package (typically Promax or
UNISIM). At the completion of the course the participant
will have developed a process simulation model that includes
a dew point control process, a mechanical refrigeration
process with economizers, hydrate inhibition using MEG, and
NGL liquid product stabilization with recycle.
Harness the Power

of a Process Simulator
and Learn How to Apply
it to Your Everyday Job.
Work Smarter and
Work Faster By Learning:
Techniques to inhibit hydrate formation
including injection of equilibrium
inhibitors such as methanol and MEG.
Preliminary design and evaluation of a
TEG dehydration process using quick
hand calculations
Design of processes used to control the
hydrocarbon dew point of sales gas
streams by removing NGLs using
mechanical refrigeration processes
How to use the process simulator to
evaluate the impact that pressure and
temperature changes have on the sizing
of process equipment and levels of NGL
recovery
How to use short-cut distillation
calculations to provide input to rigorous
distillation simulations in order to obtain
consistent convergence
COURSE CONT E N T
Gas processing systems Physical properties of

hydrocarbons Qualitative phase behavior Vapor-liquid
equilibrium Water-hydrocarbon equilibrium Basic
thermodynamic concepts Separation equipment Heat
transfer Pumps Compressors Refrigeration
Fractionation/distillation Glycol dehydration Adsorption
systems
Advanced Applications
in Gas Processing
Enroll Now at petroskills.com/g5

CALGARY, CANADA
DENVER, U.S.
DUBAI, U.A.E.

HOUSTON, U.S.

26-30 JAN 2015 US$4,650+GST

3-7 AUG 2015
US$4,650
7-11 DEC 2014
US$5,490
6-10 DEC 2015
US$5,490
20-24 OCT 2014
US$4,700
11-15 MAY 2015
US$4,700
30 NOV-4 DEC 2015 US$4,700
GAS PROCESSING
Gas Treating and Sulfur

Recovery (G-6)
Knowledge gaps in your workforce equal risk.
Dont Risk It!
ePILOT comprehensive online learning

libraries can help you close gaps and
minimize risk.
Minimize risks to safety, production, and compliance!
Each course begins with a pre-test to

identify weaknesses and ends with a
post-test to verify learning.
Self-paced, web-based technology
provides immediate feedback and
automatic remediation.
Structured learning is designed
for adults according to certified
instructional design methodologies.
Animations and graphics keep learners
engaged and present material in
easy-to-understand formats.
Content can be customized with
site-specific information and links, as
well as language translation.
Learners may earn CEUs (Continuing
Education Units) for successful course
completion.
ePILOT identifies gaps and transfers the

knowledge required on demand.
Online Learning for Operations
Visit www.petroskills.com/epilot or
call +1.248.646.2300 to learn more.
New in 2014!
Examples of engaging graphics and animations in the series.
ePILOT Gas Processing Operations series
We worked with industry SMEs to identify all knowledge requirements

specific to gas processing operations, and then applied proven
instructional design methods and advanced web technology to create an
effective learning solution that delves deep into gas processing equipment
and operations. This dynamic learning environment incorporates critical
information into a sustainable environment that is available online, anytime
and anywhere.
Topics include:
Introduction to Gas Processing
Fractionation In Gas Processing
Hydrocarbon Phase Behavior and

Water Vapor
Solid Bed Adsorption and

TEG Dehydration
Turboexpansion Processes
Amine Sweetening Process
Gas Processing Thermodynamics
Gas Processing Hazards
18
Process Facilities Engineer
PROCESS FACILITIES
Course Progression
Process Facilities separate the well stream into three phases - oil, gas and water - and process these phases into
marketable products or dispose of them in an environmentally acceptable manner. Gas handling/processing
facilities are a major part of Process Facilities, and are covered in detail as Gas Processing elsewhere in this catalog.
Process Facilities, as used here, will mainly include:
Single-well, satellite & central tank batteries, including:
- Oil treating - Stabilization
- Separation equipment
- Desalting - Storage
Produced-water treating facilities

Water injection facilities
Offshore topsides facilities
Corrosion management
Process Facilities Engineer 3-Year Course Progression

Below is an example of a 3-year course progression covering topics we believe critical to developing technically strong
Process Facilities Engineers.
Process Utility
Systems (PF-47)
Gas Conditioning
and Processing (G-4)
Process Safety
Engineering (PS-4)

competencies.
Piping Systems:
Mechanical Design &
PAGE
37
PAGE
34
Relief and Flare

Systems (PF-44)
PAGE
23
PAGE
24
Operations (PF-22)
PAGE
21
PAGE
12
Fundamentals of Pump &

Compressor Systems in Oil
and Gas Facilities (ME-44)
PAGE
37
PAGE
14
Oil Production & Processing

Facilities (PF-4)
PAGE
19

these courses are
recommended.

Systems: Design &
Operation (PF-45)
CO2 Surface
Facilities (PF-81)
Systems (OS-21)
Project Management
for Engineering and
Construction (FPM-22)
PAGE
23
PAGE
24
PAGE
27
PAGE
44
A 3-year progression for a Process Facilities Engineer

would begin with the Oil Production & Processing
Facilities Course (PF-4).
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: Be eligible for a PetroSkills Advanced Certificate in Process Facilities by
completing any four of the courses above within a period of 3 years, starting with PF-4 (see page 71 for more details).
19
Introduction to Oil and
Gas Production Facilities
(PF-3)
BASIC
NEW
Oil Production & Processing Facilities (PF-4)

FOUNDATION
DE SI GNE D FOR
The course is intended for those who are interested in

how production facilities are selected and specified:
Subsurface engineers looking for a better
understanding of production/processing facilities
Facilities/Process engineers looking for an entry level
review of surface production facilities
Other technical professionals not directly involved
in the design and operation of production facilities
looking for an awareness of such facilities
Process/facilities engineers, senior operating personnel, and production chemists. Wide-ranging skills for design,
operation and troubleshooting of oil and water production equipment.
Y OU W I L L LEA R N
How the specification of production/processing facilities

is influenced by reservoir type, drive mechanism, fluid
properties, location and contractual obligations
Operating conditions that affect the specification of the
production facilities from the wellhead through initial
separation
Parameters that affect the design and specification of oil
stabilization and dehydration equipment
The design and specification of produced water
systems appropriate for the rate and composition of
the produced water to meet the required environmental
regulations and/or injection well capacity
The design and specification of gas handling facilities,
including compression and conditioning, for both
solution and non-associated gas
The impact on the facilities design and specification of
artificial lift systems as well as secondary and tertiary
production
The principles of asset integrity and inherently safe
design given the rate, composition, temperature and
pressure of the production stream
Midstream facilities required downstream of the
primary production facility to deliver saleable products
to the market, and how these facilities are affected by
production rates, composition and production facility
performance
A B O U T T HE CO UR S E
This course provides a high level discussion of surface

processing facilities used in oil and gas production with
emphasis on the selection and specification of these
facilities as part of a field development plan. The
importance of knowledge about reservoir type, produced
fluid composition and properties, drive mechanism,
facility location, product specifications and contractual
obligations is highlighted.
YOU W I LL LE ARN
Well inflow performance and its impact on processing facilities

About oil, gas, and water compositions and properties needed for equipment selection and sizing
How to select and evaluate processes and equipment used to meet sales or disposal specifications
How to apply physical and thermodynamic property correlations and principles to the design and evaluation of oil
production and processing facilities
How to perform equipment sizing calculations for major production facility separation equipment
How to evaluate processing configurations for different applications
How to recognize and develop solutions to operating problems in oil/water processing facilities
ABOUT THE COU RSE
The emphasis of this course is on oil production facilities from the wellhead to the delivery of a specification crude oil
product to the refinery. Both onshore and offshore facilities will be discussed. Produced-water treating and water injection
systems are also covered. Solution gas handling processes and equipment will be discussed as well, though at a relatively
high level. In addition to the engineering aspects of oil production facilities, practical operating problems will also be covered
including emulsion treatment, sand handling, dealing with wax and asphaltenes, etc. Exercises requiring calculations are
utilized throughout the course. The course is intended to be complementary to the G-4 Gas Conditioning and Processing
course which is focused on the gas handling side of the upstream oil and gas facilities area.
COURSE CONT E N T
Overview of upstream oil and gas production operations

Fluid properties and phase behavior
Overview of artificial lift
Processing configurations (example PFDs)
Phase separation of gas, oil, and water
Emulsions
Sand, wax, and asphaltenes
Oil treating
Field desalting
Crude stabilization and sweetening
Crude oil storage and vapor recovery
Measurement of crude oil
Transportation of crude oil
Produced water treating
Water injection systems
Overview of solution gas processing
Compressors
Relief and flare systems
C O U R SE CO NT ENT
The course scope includes the following:

Flowlines, gathering systems, flow assurance and
production separation
Oil dehydration and stabilization
Produced water treating and water injection systems
Gas handling including compression and conditioning
The effect of artificial lift systems and secondary and
tertiary recovery projects
Other facility considerations: utility systems, process
safety and asset integrity, and environmental regulations
Midstream facilities: gas processing, pipelines, product
storage and LNG
See website for dates and locations, or to schedule an inhouse course.
HOUSTON, U.S.
1-12 DEC 2014
US$8,760

26 JAN-6 FEB 2015 US$8,760

27 JUL-7 AUG 2015 US$8,760

30 NOV-11 DEC 2015 US$8,760
9-20 MAR 2015
US$8,760
LONDON, U.K.
13-24 OCT 2014 US$8,760+VAT

8-19 JUN 2015 US$8,760+VAT

12-23 OCT 2015 US$8,760+VAT
ORLANDO, U.S.
21 SEP-2 OCT 2015 US$8,670

7-18 DEC 2015
US$8,670
STAVANGER, NORWAY
7-18 SEP 2015
US$8,760
For updated schedule information or to arrange an In-House session of this course, contact [email protected].
BAKERSFIELD, U.S.

CALGARY, CANADA
DENVER, U.S.
DOHA, QATAR

DUBAI, U.A.E.

10-21 NOV 2014

US$8,670
20 APR-1 MAY 2015 US$8,670
9-20 NOV 2015
US$8,670
14-25 SEP 2015 US$8,670+GST
1-12 JUN 2015
US$8,670
9-20 NOV 2014
US$8,760
8-19 NOV 2015
US$8,760
7-18 DEC 2014
US$8,760
6-17 DEC 2015
US$8,760
PROCESS FACILITIES
D E S I G NED FO R
20
The emphasis of this course is on oil production facilities from the wellhead to the delivery of a specification
crude oil product to the refinery. Both onshore and offshore facilities will be discussed. This course is intended to
be complementary to the G-4 Gas Conditioning and Processing course which is focused on the gas handling side
of the upstream oil and gas facilities area.
OIL PRODUCTION & PROCESSING FACILITIES (PF-4)
Oil Storage & Vapor Recovery

Types of storage tanks & their applications
How vapor recovery systems work & where they are used
Sand, Wax & Asphaltenes
Problems caused & typical solutions for surface facilities
DAY 7
Oil Treating
Oil treating methods
Heat input requirements
Demulsifiers
Types of equipment, selection, performance and sizing methods
Desalting
Why desalt? crude oil salt specifications
Overview of desalting, processes, sizing and selection
Crude Oil Stabilization & Sweetening
Crude oil vapor pressure & H2S specifications
Stabilization and Sweetening processes
DAY 8
DAY 4
Gas Liquid Separation (contd)

Liquid handling section
Oil Water Separation
Types of equipment used, including compact coalescers
Residence time & droplet settling theory
DAY 9
DAY 2 & 3
Emulsions; Definition, causes and characterization

Gas Liquid Separation
Types of equipment used
Feed pipe and inlet devices
Gas gravity separation section
Mist extractors
DAY 10
DAY 1
Course introduction
Reservoir Traps, Rocks & Drive Mechanisms; Porosity & Permiability,
Drive Mechanisms
Phase Envelopes & Reservoir Fluid Classification; Phase behavior of
different reservoirs
Well Inflow Performance; Inflow performance curve & Effect on
facilities
Artificial Lift: When it is required, Types and selection of artificial lift
Oil, Gas & Water
Composition & Properties
Calculation of properties needed for equipment sizing
DAY 5
EXAMPLE OF DAY BY DAY COURSE TOPICS
DAY 6
PROCESS FACILITIES
Oil Production & Processing Facilities (PF-4)

Course Outline
Crude Oil Flow Measurement

Types, accuracy and selection of liquid and gas meters
Fired Equipment
Direct & Indirect fired heaters
Fire tube and process tube sizing criteria
Pipeline Transportation of Crude Oil
Bernoullis equation, friction loss and piping codes
Line sizing and heat loss calculations
Pumps
Types of pumps & their applications
C
alculation of head requirements, NPSHA/NPSHR and specific
speeds
Produced water composition characterization of hydrocarbon
content
Importance of oil droplet size
Typical discharge/disposal specifications
Treating equipment options and performance
Combination of different equipment types
Water Injection Systems
Typical flow diagrams and equipment
Source water quality and injection water quality
Relief & Flare Systems
Causes of overpressure
Types of relief valves & sizing; Flare system components
Radiation calculations
Flare gas recovery
Solution Gas Handling

S ales gas specifications, sweetening, dehydration,
NGL recovery, etc
Compressors
Types of compressors & applications
Course Wrap-up
FOR SCHEDULE AND TUITION INFORMATION, SEE PAGE 19.

NOTE: C
ourse schedule is approximate and may be adjusted for location and participant interest. PF-4 is an intensive course and classroom hours are
generally longer than a typical training course. Extended evening sessions are sometimes used for additional problems, exercises and syndicate work.
21
Corrosion Management in
Production/Processing
Operations (PF-22)
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
D E S I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
Managers, engineers, chemists, and operators needing

to understand water related problems in oil and gas
production and their solutions.
Managers, engineers, chemists, and operators needing

to understand corrosion and its control management in
oil and gas production and processing.
YOU WI LL LE ARN
The basics of oil field water chemistry

How to monitor and control corrosion, scale, and
bacterial growth in produced water and water injection/
disposal systems
How to implement system surveillance programs to
detect potential problems before system damage occurs
Produced (oily) water treatment options and related
treatment equipment
How to use the knowledge gained to identify typical
system problems and be able to propose solutions
The basics of corrosion chemistry

The main corrosion mechanisms occurring in oil and
gas production/processing systems
The different types of damage caused by corrosion
Materials selection for corrosion prevention
Some methods for conducting cathodic protection (CP)
surveys
Items to consider in corrosion inhibitor selection
Key advantages and disadvantages of the various
corrosion monitoring methods
Where the main locations of corrosion concern occur
within oil production systems, gas processing facilities
(including amine units), and water injection systems
This course provides an overview of the main water

handling systems typically encountered in upstream
(E&P) production operations, both onshore and offshore.
The chemistry of the main water related problems of
mineral scales, corrosion, bacteria, and oily water will be
reviewed both from the theoretical and practical aspects.
Produced water treatment equipment and typical water
quality specifications will be reviewed as well as water
injection and disposal systems. An exercise will be given
to identify typical system problems and attendees will be
able to apply the knowledge gained to propose solutions.
Emphasis will be placed on understanding and resolving
operational problems in process equipment.
Water chemistry fundamentals

Water sampling and analysis
Water-formed scales
Corrosion control
Water treatment microbiology
Produced water discharge/disposal and treatment
principles
Produced water treating equipment theory of
operation, advantages and disadvantages, and the
importance of oil droplet size
Water injection and disposal systems theory of
operation, corrosion, scale, and biological control
Case study

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
ORLANDO, U.S.

11-15 MAY 2015

US$4,150
10-14 AUG 2015
US$4,150
16-20 MAR 2015 US$4,780+VAT
10-14 NOV 2014
US$4,110
2-6 NOV 2015
US$4,110
PROCESS FACILITIES
Applied Water
Technology in Oil and
Gas Production (PF-21)
ABOUT THE CO U RSE
This course will cover the main causes of corrosion in

upstream oil and gas operations, as well as monitoring
and mitigation methods. The various corrosion
mechanisms give rise to a number of different forms of
corrosion damage which will all be considered.
Participants will estimate the corrosivity of a given
environment through analysis of the chemical and
physical characteristics of the system. You will review
approaches to selecting materials and coatings for
corrosion resistance for different conditions and
applications, including the use of NACE MR0175. You will
be introduced to CP surveys, selecting the CP system
type, estimating current requirements and the design
principles of simple cathodic protection systems. There is
an opportunity to review some of the selection criteria
used to find the optimum corrosion inhibitor for different
systems. The course content is based on a field facilities
engineering point of view as opposed to a more narrowly
specialized corrosion engineering or chemistry viewpoint.
This course provides an appropriate balance of necessary
theory and practical applications to solve/mitigate
corrosion related problems.
COURSE CONTE N T
Fundamentals of corrosion theory

Major causes of corrosion (O2, CO2, H2S,
microbiologically influenced corrosion)
Forms of corrosion damage
Materials selection
Protective coatings & linings
Cathodic protection
Corrosion inhibitors
Corrosion monitoring and inspection
Corrosion in gas processing facilities
Corrosion in water injection systems
Corrosion management strategy and life-cycle costs

HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.
ORLANDO, U.S.

Listen to what more course

attendees are saying! Go to
www.petroskills.com/
listen
17-21 AUG 2015

US$2,950
23-27 MAR 2015 US$2,950+VAT
17-21 NOV 2014
US$2,950
16-20 NOV 2015
US$2,950
PROCESS FACILITIES
22
Produced Water
Treating (PF-23)
Separation Equipment Selection & Sizing

(PF-42)
Heat Transfer
Equipment (PF-43)
FOUNDATION
INTERMEDIATE
INTERMEDIATE
D ES IG NED FO R
DE S I GN E D F OR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Managers, engineers, chemists, and senior operations

personnel who are responsible for designing, operating
and maintaining oil and gas facilities that process
produced water. This course will assist participants
in developing a broad understanding of the technical
aspects which are required to select, design, maintain,
and troubleshoot produced water process equipment
and systems.
Process/Facilities engineers needing skills for design

and troubleshooting of separators.
Engineers and senior operating personnel involved in

the design, specification, or operation of heat transfer
equipment.
Y O U WILL LEA R N ABOUT
How the volumes & compositions of water associated

with oil and gas production impacts operations,
including disposal well injectivity
What the produced water treatment and disposal
options are for offshore and onshore operations
Water quality requirements for the disposal options and
environmental regulations
Analytical methods for produced water
The types of equipment used for produced water
treatment, how they work, typical performance, selection
criteria, sizing and operations
Common causes of water treating problems, how to
diagnose resolve them
Typical facility PFDs and the operational issues
associated with process systems
This course covers technical topics related to produced water

operations and the required processing in upstream oil and
gas operations. Typical produced water composition and
physical properties are covered. Water quality requirements as
a function of disposal method are addressed, including
onshore processing, surface discharge, offshore discharge ,
and reinjection. Regulatory requirements and typical analytical
test methods necessary to monitor and ensure regulatory
compliance are covered. Treatment theory is discussed,
followed by practical application in selecting and operating
typical water handling equipment. Typical process flow
diagrams are used to illustrate equipment selection, design
features, layout and processes. Chemical treatment is also
covered.
CO UR S E CO NT ENT
Introduction to Water Treatment Technology and Issues

Produced Water Chemistry and Characterization
Defining and Characterizing Emulsions that Impact Water
Treatment
- Oil Continuous, Water Continuous, Solids-stabilized
Water Quality Requirements for Injection and Overboard
Disposal
- NPDES Permits
- Analytical Techniques and Methods
Primary Water Treatment Technologies
- Separators, Hydrocyclones, and CPIs
Secondary Water Treatment Technologies
- 3 Modes of Flotation
Tertiary Water Treatment Technologies
- Bed and Membrane Filtration
Chemical Treatment
Water Treatment for Steam Generation
Diagnostic Testing and In-Field Observations
Diagnosing & Resolving Water Treatment Issues
- Actual PFDs and Field Experiences
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Different types of separation equipment utilized in the

oil and gas industry and where they are used
Separation performance capabilities of the different
types of equipment
How to size the different types of separation equipment
How to troubleshoot and debottleneck separation
equipment
How to calculate the wall thickness and estimate the
weight of separators
Instrumentation and controls used on separation
equipment
YOU WI L L L E A RN
This course reviews the selection, basic design, and

operation of heat transfer equipment commonly used in
the oil and gas industry with focus on E&P process
facilities. Heat transfer equipment discussed will include
shell and tube exchangers, compact heat exchangers,
brazed aluminum exchangers, air coolers, and fired
equipment (fire-tube and directfired).
This course covers the different types of separation

equipment typically encountered in oil & gas process
facilities. Fractionation equipment and produced water
treating equipment are not covered in this course. You will
learn where the different types of separation equipment are
used based on operating conditions and separation
performance requirements. Frequent references will be
made to real production facility process flow diagrams
(PFDs). Typical operational problems and their solutions
will be discussed. Exercises requiring calculations are
utilized throughout the course.
Fluid properties & phase behavior

Phase separation processes
Gasliquid separation equipment
- Slug catchers
- Conventional separators (horizontal & vertical)
- Scrubbers
- Compact separators
- Filter separators/coalescing filters
Separator internals
- Inlet devices
- Mist extractors
- Baffles, weirs, etc
Emulsions
Oilwater separation equipment
- Conventional 3phase separators & freewater
knockouts
- Wash tanks
Oil treating & desalting equipment
- Mainly electrostatic coalescers
Liquid-liquid coalescing filters
Mechanical design aspects
- Pressure vessel codes
- Wall thickness & vessel weight estimation
- Material selection
- Relief requirements
Operational problems
Select the correct heat transfer equipment for a

particular application with reference to typical facility
process flow diagrams (PFDs)
Apply heat transfer principles to design and specify heat
transfer equipment
Evaluate the performance of heat transfer equipment and
recommend solutions to problems
About the typical instrumentation and control schemes
used by the various types of heat transfer equipment
Typical process heating & cooling applications

Fluid properties
Heat transfer principles
Shell and tube exchangers
Compact heat exchangers
- Plateframe
- Printed circuit
- Welded plate
Brazed aluminum exchangers
Air coolers
Fired equipment (furnace type & fire-tube)
Operating problems
Typical instrumentation control schemes
Participants, please be aware that due to overlap in content, it

is not necessary to take the PF-42 course if you have already
taken the PF-4 Oil Production and Processing Facilities
course.

DENVER, U.S.
HOUSTON, U.S.

27-31 JUL 2015

10-14 NOV 2014
1-5 JUN 2015
9-13 NOV 2015
US$4,110
US$4,150
US$4,150
US$4,150

HOUSTON, U.S.
ORLANDO, U.S.
2-6 MAR 2015

21-25 SEP 2015
US$4,150
US$4,110

23
Systems: Design &
Operation (PF-45)
INTERMEDIATE
INTERMEDIATE
D ES I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
Engineers & senior operating personnel responsible for

designing, operating and maintaining relief and flare
systems in oil and gas facilities.
Production & facilities department engineers/senior

operating personnel responsible for the design,
operation and optimization of onshore gas gathering
systems and their associated field facilities.
YO U W I L L LEA RN
Purposes of relief and flare systems and their importance in

safe operations
Causes of overpressure and the ways to control/mitigate
Relief case scenarios and relief load determination
How to select and size pressure relief devices
Relief device installation, including sizing their associated
inlet and outlet lines
Set/relieving pressures to meet operational, safety and code
requirements
Relief and flare system design and operating
considerations, including fluid characteristics, service
conditions, volumes, gas dispersion and radiation
Sizing and selection of relief/flare system components such
as flare knockout drums, flare stacks and tips, pilot and
ignition systems
This is an intensive 5-day course providing a comprehensive

overview of relief and flare systems for oil and gas processing
facilities. The course begins with the need for pressure
control/overpressure protection, continues with the key
engineering and design aspects including code
considerations, and concludes with selecting and defining the
components of a relief and flare system. The material of the
course is applicable to onshore field production facilities,
pipelines, gas plants, terminals, and offshore production
facilities.
CO UR SE CO NT ENT
Purposes and overview of typical relief and flare systems

and key components Safety implications and the causes of
overpressure Codes, standards and recommended practices
used for overpressure protection design and operation in oil
and gas facilities Overpressure protection methods
including pressure source isolation using high integrity
protection systems (HIPS) Introduction to Process Hazard
Analysis Determination of relief requirements and defining
setpoint pressures Types and applications of common relief
devices Blowdown/depressurizing purpose & design/
operational considerations Design and specification
considerations for relief valves and header systems including
fluid characteristics, services conditions, material selection,
and header sizing Radiation calculations and the impact of
flare tip design Selection and sizing of key components
such as knockout and seal drums, vent/flare stack, vent/flare
tips and flare ignition systems Defining need and quantity of
purge gas Use of environmental friendly strategies such as
flare gas recovery, smokeless flaring and purge gas
conservation Operational and troubleshooting tips
1-5 JUN 2015

US$4,780+VAT
13-17 SEP 2015
US$5,190
17-21 NOV 2014
US$4,110
11-15 MAY 2015
US$4,110
7-11 DEC 2014
US$5,190
22-26 NOV 2015
US$5,190
16-20 MAR 2015
US$4,150
13-17 JUL 2015
US$4,150
21-25 SEP 2015
US$4,150
27-31 OCT 2014
US$5,460
2-6 NOV 2015
US$5,460
19-23 OCT 2015 US$4,780+VAT
20-24 OCT 2014
US$4,110
26-30 OCT 2015
US$4,110
17-21 AUG 2015 US$5,460+GST
SPOTLIGHT
YOU WI LL LE ARN
The impact of gathering system pressure on gas well

deliverability
The impact of produced fluids composition on
gathering system design & operation
Evaluate field facility & gathering system configurations
for different applications
Recognize and develop solutions to operating problems
with existing gas gathering systems
ABOUT THE CO U RSE
This course deals with the design, operation and

optimization of onshore gas gathering systems and their
associated field facilities, from the wellhead to the central
gas processing facility. From a design perspective, the
main variables that impact the flexibility and operational
characteristics of an onshore gas gathering system will be
discussed. Typical operating problems are covered
including hydrates, multiphase flow issues, corrosion,
declining well deliverability, etc. Exercises will be utilized
throughout the course to emphasize the key learning
points.
COURSE CONTE N T
Gas well inflow performance & deliverability

Overview of gas well deliquification methods for lowrate, low pressure gas wells
Effect of gathering system/abandonment pressure on
reserves recovery
Impact of produced fluids composition
Sweet/sour
CO2 content
Rich/lean
Produced water
Hydrates and hydrate prevention
Dehydration
Heating
Chemical inhibition
Multiphase flow basics
Corrosion/materials selection
Gathering system layout
Wellsite/field facilities options
Provisions for future compression
Mick and Pam his wife of

nearly fifty three years
MICK
CRABTREE
What courses do you teach?
I teach all the regular E& I courses: I, C & E; IC-4;
E-3; E-4; and ICE-21. In addition, I have also
written and developed a number of specialised
courses: IC-71 PLC and SCADA Technologies; IC72 Valve and Actuator Technologies; IC-73 Flow
and Level Custody Measurement; and IC-73
Regulatory Control and PID Loop Tuning.
Do you have a favorite city to visit?

Difficult to choose there are so many places
I love to visit. However, if Ive got to narrow
it down Id rate Istanbul pretty high. But then
theres also Kuala Lumpur, Muscat, and San
Francisco all have their unique attractions.
A favorite food from one of the

cities in which you teach?
Ive recently discovered that genuine Turkish food
is superb. But a traditional Omani lamb Shuwa
(roasted in a special oven in a pit dug in the
ground) is hard to beat.
Do you have a favorite hobby you

enjoy?
Both my wife and I enjoy cycling particularly
in France. I also enjoy rambling, writing, reading
and history.

ABERDEEN, U.K.
ABU DHABI, U.A.E.
BAKERSFIELD, U.S.

DUBAI, U.A.E.

HOUSTON, U.S.


LONDON, U.K.
ORLANDO, U.S.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA
INSTRUCTOR
Do you have a short story to share

from a session?

DENVER, U.S.
HOUSTON, U.S.

ORLANDO, U.S.

13-17 JUL 2015

27-31 OCT 2014
26-30 OCT 2015
8-12 DEC 2014
7-11 DEC 2015
US$4,110
US$4,150
US$4,150
US$4,110
US$4,110
Several years ago a client requested that the section on Variable Speed Drives (a one-hour section
within E-3) be expanded to cover a full morning.
On arrival at the venue I was faced with a group
of specialist engineers expecting a full week on
the subject. Fortunately I was able to muster a
variety of resources and deliver to their expectations. This is typical of some of the challenges
faced by (and overcome) by PetroSkills instructors
on an almost daily basis.
PROCESS FACILITIES
Relief and Flare

Systems (PF-44)
PROCESS FACILITIES
24
Process Utility
Systems (PF-47)
Troubleshooting Oil
and Gas Processing
Facilities (PF-49)
CO2 Surface Facilities

(PF-81)
FOUNDATION
INTERMEDIATE
SPECIALIZED
DES IG NED FO R
DE S I GN E D F OR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Facility Engineers or engineers new to utility systems

who are responsible for designing, operating and
maintaining utility systems in oil and gas processing
and related facilities. Most operations and planning
activities depend on a fundamental knowledge of
utility systems. This important subject is frequently
overlooked however it is vital to successful oil and gas
operations. Attending this course will assist participants
in developing a broad background in utility systems.
YO U WILL LEA R N
To list the various options in selecting utility systems

How to evaluate and select systems based on key
criteria and considerations
Key site selection considerations
How to efficiently provide utilities
Utilities management issues
ABO UT T HE CO URSE
This 5 day course will provide an overview of the various

Utility Systems, key selection considerations and how they
are integrated into onshore and offshore oil and gas
facilities. Individuals will develop a basic understanding
of the wide variety of utility systems and components and
how they integrate with the process facilities and overall
operation. System selection, relative costs and other
managerial decisions pertinent to utility operations are
covered. Exercises are used to identify utility consumers,
summarize utility requirements, consider high level utility
systems options, and select the most energy efficient
alternatives from an onshore and offshore perspective.
C O URS E CO NT ENT
Process heating systems

- Steam
- Hot oil
- Glycol and water
Process cooling systems
- Indirect- cooling water
- Direct-seawater
Process drains open and closed
Refrigeration
Power generation and distribution
Instrument/Plant air and breathing air
Fresh & potable water
Fuel systems
- Natural gas
- Diesel
Firewater
Inert gas systems
Utilities energy considerations
Utilities management issues
Process/Facilities engineers with 5-10 years of

experience, Facilities Engineering team leaders/
supervisors, Senior Facilities operational personnel.
Engineers and senior operating personnel involved

with carbon dioxide (CO2) Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR)
systems.
YOU WI L L L E A RN
YOU WI L L L E A RN
The difference between troubleshooting , optimization

and debottlenecking
How to recognize trouble when it is occurring
How to develop a methodical approach to
troubleshooting
To recognize how different components of a facility
interact with each other, and the significance of these
interactions
How to gather, validate and utilize the data needed for
troubleshooting
The basics of root cause analysis
The criteria to be considered for identifying the best
solution when several feasible solutions are available
Typical causes of problems, and their solutions, for the
main types of processes and equipment used in the
Upstream oil and gas industry
What to expect over the life of a CO2 EOR system

The impact of CO2 on the design and operation of
oilfield equipment
The physical and thermodynamic properties of pure CO2
and the impact of CO2 as a component in hydrocarbon
mixtures
Unique characteristics of dehydrating CO2 and CO2rich
gases
Best practices to deal with dense phase in pipelines,
meters, flare and blowdown systems etc.
How to compress and/or pump CO2
The basics of ductile fracture arrest
The challenges of separations involving high CO2
concentrations and the basics of specialized processes
such as membranes, bulk and/or extractive distillation,
and hybrid systems.
This course will cover 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.
Understanding the similarities and differences between

Troubleshooting vs. Optimization vs. Debottlenecking
Types of oil and gas processing facilities Typical
processing facility block flow diagrams and how to use
them System trouble versus Component/EquipmentSpecific trouble Defining good/normal operation
Quantifying the cost of the trouble Gathering, validating
and utilization of data (Types of data, Sources of data, Data
quality and validation, Using the data) Fundamentals of
root cause analysis and methodology Developing a
step-by-step troubleshooting methodology/flowchart
(What, why, how, who, when?) Identifying the best
solution (Criteria for defining best solution [cost/
profitability, safety, environmental impact, regulatory,
combination of above]) Troubleshooting checklists for
main processes and major equipment types
This course emphasizes the affect of carbon dioxide on the

selection and operation of equipment (separators,
compressors, and dehydrators), as well as sweetening
process equipment. This program, first introduced in
1985, assists those working with carbon dioxide or high
carbon dioxide content natural gas. This course is
particularly applicable to those persons who are familiar
with conventional facilities but need to understand the
significance of high CO2 concentrations. Physical and
thermodynamic properties for carbon dioxide/natural gas
mixtures are described and best practices are discussed.
Tools are introduced and used which allow participants to
predict the behavior and assess the impact of CO2 on
facilities.
The standard course has a heavy emphasis on CO2 for
enhanced oil recovery. Variations of the course have been
delivered which focus on acid gas injection or CO2 storage
facilities - both of which have much in common with CO2
injection for EOR. Numerous specialized sessions have
also been conducted to prepare operations and
maintenance personnel for high-CO2 environments.
An extra day will be added to the Midland course if a plant
tour is available. The plant tour is optional.
Overview of CO2 injection and process facilities with an

emphasis on CO2 EOR Physical and thermodynamic
properties of CO2 and high CO2 mixtures Materials
selection and design consideration in CO2 systems
Process vessel specification Pumps and compressors
Fluid flow and special pipeline design considerations
such as the control of Ductile Fractures Dehydration of
CO2 and CO2-rich gases General overview of processes
to treat/recover CO2

HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.
ORLANDO, U.S.

11-15 MAY 2015

US$4,150
8-12 JUN 2015 US$4,780+VAT
15-19 DEC 2014
US$4,110
14-18 DEC 2015
US$4,110
DENVER, U.S.
HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
OKLAHOMA CITY, U.S.
ORLANDO, U.S.

10-14 AUG 2015

US$4,110
27 APR-1 MAY 2015 US$4,150
14-18 SEP 2015
US$4,150
5-9 OCT 2015
US$5,460
17-21 AUG 2015 US$4,780+VAT
9-13 MAR 2015
US$4,110
3-7 NOV 2014
US$4,110
26-30 OCT 2015
US$4,110

CALGARY, CANADA
DOHA, QATAR
MIDLAND, U.S.

OKLAHOMA CITY, U.S.

9-11 MAR 2015 US$3,120+GST

7-9 JUN 2015
US$3,820
17-20 NOV 2014
US$3,120
16-19 NOV 2015
US$3,120
15-17 DEC 2014
US$3,120
14-16 DEC 2015
US$3,120
Gain Critical Knowledge of Gas Gathering by Learning :
The design, operation and optimization of onshore gas

gathering systems and their associated field facilities, from the
wellhead to the central gas processing facility
The impact of gathering system pressure on gas well

deliverability
The impact of produced fluids composition on gathering system

design and operation
How to evaluate field facility and gathering system

configurations for different applications
How to recognize and develop solutions to operating problems

with existing gas gathering systems
Seats fill quickly, so enroll today!

petroskills.com/pf45
26
Offshore Engineer
OFFSHORE
Course Progression
Our Offshore Team provides technical training and consulting for the complete life-cycle of offshore oil and gas
systems; from exploration and development to decommissioning. The curriculum includes courses that provide
attendees the knowledge to understand and participate in evaluating the major offshore development alternatives:
fixed structures, floating systems and subsea systems. Other key elements stressed in all offshore courses include
life-cycle costs, constructability, operability and interface management.
Offshore instructors have extensive real world experience managing offshore development projects, well
construction and servicing, asset management and producing operations. Their broad knowledge blends the
unique technical and operational issues of offshore into an integrated approach to enhance understanding of the
full scope of offshore facilities.
Offshore Engineer 3-year Course Progression

Below is an example of a 3 year course progression covering topics we believe critical to developing technically
strong Offshore Engineers.
Process Utility
Systems (PF-47)
Relief and Flare
Systems (PF-44)
Piping Systems:
Mechanical Design &
Gas Conditioning
And Processing (G-4)

competencies.
PAGE
34
PAGE
24
PAGE
23
PAGE
37
Fundamentals of
Subsea Systems (SS-2)
Fundamentals of
Pump and Compressor
Systems (ME-44)
Oil Production And
Processing Facilities
PAGE
27
PAGE
37
PAGE
19
(PF-4)
Process Safety
Engineering (PS-4)

these courses are
recommended.
Fundamentals of
Onshore and Offshore
Pipeline Systems (PL-4)
Project Management
for Engineering and
Construction (FPM22)
Operations (PF-22)
PAGE
31
PAGE
44
PAGE
21
PAGE
14
PAGE
12
Fundamentals of Offshore
Systems: Design and
Construction (OS-4)
PAGE
27
A 3-year progression for an Offshore Engineer would

begin with the Fundamentals of Offshore Systems
Design and Construction course (OS-4).
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: Be eligible for a PetroSkills Advanced Certificate in Offshore by

completing any four of the courses above within a period of 3 years, starting with OS-4 (see page 71 for more
details). A participant will typically take the G-4 course for a gas track and the PF-4 course for an oil track.
27
Overview of
Offshore Systems (OS-21)
Fundamentals of
FOUNDATION
BASIC
FOUNDATION
D E S I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Individuals with a basic awareness of, or experience

in, offshore engineering and operations. Technical
staff, project engineers, engineering discipline leads,
engineering specialists and operating staff find this
course accelerates their ability to contribute on offshore
field development planning, design and construction
projects and field operations.
Technical staff, business professionals, technicians,

analysts and other non-technical staff that are involved
but have limited experience, or will be involved, with
offshore oil and gas facilities. The course provides a
basic understanding of offshore systems in all water
depths, from shallow to ultra deepwater, including
design, construction and operations.
Technical staff that are beginning or transitioning into

the design, construction, and operation of subsea
systems. Non-technical staff working with a subsea
development team will benefit by developing an
awareness of subsea systems.
YOU WI LL LE ARN
Identify the key facilities parameters that must be evaluated for

field development
Describe the types and capabilities of offshore well
construction, pipeline, riser and production (surface and
subsea) facilities needed for all water depths, from shallow to
ultra deepwater
Recognize the best applications and characteristics of each type
of offshore fixed and floating structure
Account for the affects of the ocean environment on facilities
design, construction and operations
Identify the impact space, loads and forces have on the
structural design and global performance of offshore structures
and how they influence their cost
Describe how topside facilities (drilling, well servicing,
processing and utilities) affect the structural design and how the
topside design process is done
Recognize and manage key design and operational interfaces
between the major components of offshore facilities systems
Understand and apply the key design, construction and
installation issues associated with fixed and floating platforms
to your work
The 10-day course provides a fundamental understanding of the

technology and work processes used for the design and
construction of all types of offshore systems asset development,
surveillance and management. The content includes the full range
of water depths from shallow water to ultra deepwater and will also
address life-cycle considerations in all phases of offshore field
development and operation. All major components required for
offshore developments such as fixed and floating platforms,
drilling rigs, workover equipment, pipelines, risers, process and
utilities and construction equipment are discussed. Emphasis is
placed on the multi-discipline team approach needed to manage
the myriad interfaces of offshore facility design, construction and
operations. Individual and group exercises are used throughout
the course. A case stufy project exercise is included to develop
field architecture recommendations, basic design and high level
project execution plans for an offshore development. The course
instructors are experienced offshore managers.
Offshore systems overview and field architecture selection

Well construction and servicing equipment and operations
Flow assurance Topside facilities Oil and gas
transportation facilities Riser systems Subsea systems
Production operations Infrastructure impact on design and
operations Effects of the ocean environment Introduction
to naval architecture Structural design processes and tools
Construction plans and execution Project management
lessons learned Life-cycle and decommissioning
considerations
Identify the key steps in the development of offshore fields from

discovery through decommissioning
Understand the elements of field architecture to define an
optimum field development
Recognize key technical and non-technical stakeholder issues
Recognize the types and terminology of offshore process
facilities and structures - fixed and floating.
Understand the impact of the ocean environment on facilities
design and operations
Identify major design, construction, and operational issues and
interfaces of offshore systems
Recognize important forces on offshore structures and their
influence on design and cost
Understand strategic options for well drilling (construction) and
servicing
Appreciate the basic processes and equipment involved in the
topsides design and operation
Understand the options and equipment used for transportation
of produced fluids and treatment chemicals
Develop an appreciation for the marine equipment used in the
construction of offshore facilities.
Understand basic issues in life-cycle and decommissioning
decisions
Appreciate the continuing advances being made in the
technology of offshore
ABOUT THE CO U RSE
This five-day course will accelerate the learning and

productivity of individuals with little to no experience working
in the offshore oil and gas industry. The course provides an
overview of field development concepts and explains how
offshore structures and facilities function as integrated
systems. The content includes the full range of water depths
from shallow water to ultra deepwater. All major components
required for offshore developments such as fixed and floating
platforms, drilling and workover rigs, pipelines, risers,
process and utilities and construction equipment are
discussed. The importance of life-cycle considerations during
development planning is emphasized. Individual and group
case study exercises are used throughout the course. The
course instructors are experienced offshore managers.
COURSE CONTE N T
Field development concepts: - Ocean environment and its

impact on offshore systems - Fixed and floating structures options and applications Subsea Systems Drilling wells,
their construction and servicing operations Topsides
Facilities: - Processing - Utilities Oil and gas transportation
system design and installation Production operations
Offshore Construction - Equipment - Fabrication,
Transportation, Integration, Installation Project Management
Life-cycle considerations including decommissioning

DUBAI, U.A.E.

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
ORLANDO, U.S.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA
SINGAPORE

16-27 NOV 2014

US$8,270
8-19 NOV 2015
US$8,270
20 APR-1 MAY 2015 US$7,615
17-28 AUG 2015
US$7,615
28 SEP-9 OCT 2015 US$8,270+VAT
1-12 DEC 2014
US$7,540
7-18 DEC 2015
US$7,540
10-21 AUG 2015 US$7,960+GST
3-14 NOV 2014
US$7,960
26 OCT-6 NOV 2015 US$7,960
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Recognize the integrated nature of field architecture,

system design, and component selection
Identify appropriate applications for subsea systems
Identify the main subsea components, their functions,
strengths, weaknesses and interfaces from the well to
the production facility
Understand key design, construction, and installation
issues
Describe basic operating and maintenance
considerations
Understand the key steps from drilling through startup
for the design, fabrication, testing, installation and
operation
Understand the importance of an integrated approach
to design, flow assurance, installation, and life-cycle
considerations
An overview of subsea components and how they are

integrated into field architecture is provided during this
5-day course. Individuals will develop a basic
understanding of the various subsea components used in
all water depths, from relatively shallow to ultra deepwater.
The participants will all learn how the components are
integrated into subsea field developments which will
accelerate learning and productivity. Installation and
working underwater are emphasized as key drivers in
subsea design. The course emphasizes a systems
approach to design. Individual and group exercises are
used throughout the course including a case study
exercise to develop field architecture recommendations,
basic component selection, and high level project
execution plans for a subsea development. Course
instructors are experienced offshore managers.
Applications for subsea systems

Flow assurance considerations in system design and
configuration
Field architecture considerations
Subsea component descriptions and functions
Fabrication, testing, installation, commissioning, and
operational issues
Production, maintenance, and repair considerations

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.

ORLANDO, U.S.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA
20-24 JUL 2015

14-18 SEP 2015
3-7 NOV 2014
13-17 APR 2015
12-16 OCT 2015
8-12 DEC 2014
9-13 NOV 2015
27-31 JUL 2015
US$4,150
US$4,150
US$4,780+VAT
US$4,780+VAT
US$4,780+VAT
US$4,110
US$4,110
US$5,460+GST
HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.

ORLANDO, U.S.
SINGAPORE
15-19 DEC 2014

US$4,150
23-27 MAR 2015
US$4,150
1-5 JUN 2015
US$4,150
5-9 OCT 2015
US$4,150
30 NOV-4 DEC 2015 US$4,150
15-19 DEC 2014 US$4,780+VAT
20-24 APR 2015 US$4,780+VAT
14-18 DEC 2015 US$4,780+VAT
21-25 SEP 2015
US$4,110
10-14 AUG 2015
US$5,460
OFFSHORE
Fundamentals of Offshore Systems: Design &

Construction (OS-4)
Attention Facilities Engineers:
PetroSkills | John M. Campbell Presents
Oil Production and Processing PF-4
PF-4
PF-4 Oil Production and Processing Facilities

Gain Critical Knowledge of Oil Production & Processing Facilities
The emphasis of this course is on oil production facilities - from the wellhead to the delivery of a specification
crude oil product to the refinery. Both onshore and offshore facilities will be discussed. Produced water treating
and water injection systems are also covered. Solution gas handling processes and equipment will be discussed
as well, though at a relatively high level. In addition to the engineering aspects of oil production facilities,
practical operating problems will also be covered including emulsion treatment, sand handling, dealing with
wax and asphaltenes, etc. Exercises requiring calculations are utilized throughout the course. The course is
intended to be complementary to the G-4 Gas Conditioning and Processing course which is focused on the gas
handling side of the upstream oil and gas facilities area.
(See page 19 for a full couse description)
Build Your Career and Confidence with Skills and Knowledge on the Following Topics:
Overview of upstream oil and gas production operations

Fluid properties and phase behavior
Overview of artificial lift
Processing configurations (example PFDs)
Phase separation of gas, oil, and water
Emulsions
Sand, wax, and asphaltenes
Oil treating
Field desalting
Crude stabilization and sweetening

Crude oil storage and vapor recovery
Measurement of crude oil
Transportation of crude oil
Produced water treating
Water injection systems
Overview of solution gas processing
Compressors
Relief and flare systems
petroskills.com/pf4
Seats fill quickly, so enroll today! petroskills.com/pf49
30
Pipeline Engineer
PIPELINE
Course Progression
Our Pipeline Progression provides technical training and consulting for oil and gas transportation, focusing on
pipeline systems as well as onshore infrastructure systems that support oil and gas operations. The curriculum
covers pipeline transportation systems, oil and gas terminal facilities, and the onshore infrastructure from regional
considerations through design and construction of site-specific systems. As with all our training programs, these
discipline areas integrate with the other technical, operations and HSE disciplines.
The Instructors and Consultants that support the Pipeline discipline have extensive real world global experience
from conceptual development through operations. Their broad knowledge blends the unique technical and
operational issues of pipeline systems that transport all types of fluids from heavy oils to refined products to high
pressure injection gas and water - into integrated systems. This global experience spans the pipeline industry from
initial site selection through detailed design and construction of unique facilities.
Pipeline Engineer Course Progression

Example of recommended courses to develop a Pipeline Engineer over a 3-year span.
Piping Systems:
Mechanical Design &
Overview of
Fundamentals of
Pump and Compressor
Systems (ME-44)
Process Safety
Engineering (PS-4)

competencies.
PAGE
37
PAGE
27
PAGE
Operations (PF-22)
Systems: Design
and Operation (PF-45)
PAGE
Oil Production and

Processing Facilities (PF-4)
PAGE
19
21
PAGE
PAGE
34
23
Gas Conditioning
and Processing (G-4)
37
Systems (OS-21)

these courses are
recommended.
PAGE
12
PAGE
27
PAGE
14
Fundamentals of Onshore
and Offshore Pipeline
Systems (PL-4)
Terminals and storage

Facilities (PL- 44)
PAGE
31
PAGE
32
A 3-year progression for a Pipeline Engineer would

begin with the Fundamentals of Onshore and Offshore
Pipeline Systems course (PL-4).
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: Be eligible for a PetroSkills Advanced Certificate in Pipelines

by completing any four of the courses above within a period of 3 years, starting with PL-4 (see page 71
for more details).
31
Onshore Pipeline Facilities: Design, Construction
and Operations (PL-42)
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
Y O U W I L L LEA RN
DE SI GNE D FOR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Identify the key components and facilities that are

integrated into Pipeline Systems
Recognize the federal, state and local regulatory and
environmental policies that guide the permitting,
design, construction, operations and maintenance of
pipeline facilities.
List the steps from concept to operating system design, permitting, land acquisition, construction and
startup with each tied to the key issues for project
management
Identify the strategic operational and maintenance needs
and options for pipeline systems including system
monitoring and control, leak detection troubleshooting
and response, and efficient - safe operations.
Technical professionals new to the pipeline business

or needing a broad understanding of the pipeline
business including: pipeline project managers, pipeline
engineers, facilities engineers, pipeline design and
construction engineers, engineering and construction
contractors.
Professionals in the oil and gas industry new to

the onshore pipeline business or needing a broad
understanding of the design, construction and operation
of onshore pipelines including: pipeline project
managers, pipeline engineers, facilities engineers,
pipeline design and construction engineers and
engineering and construction contractors.
BASIC
NEW
A B OUT T HE CO UR S E
A 5-day course that provides awareness level training for

engineers new to the design, construction, operations and
maintenance of hydrocarbon liquids and natural gas
liquids (NGLs) pipeline systems. The goal of this course
to establish the real world framework in which pipeline
engineers design , permit, construct , operate and
maintain pipelines. This course will cover pipeline
systems located in the United States and integrate six
topics into the life cycle of pipelines and related facilities.
The topics include the technical basis for pipeline
systems, the key facilities that are integrated into pipeline
systems, the regulatory and environmental compliance,
the key considerations for public and governmental
interaction, the project development and construction
challenges, and the strategies for pipeline system
operations, maintenance and repair. Case studies are an
integral part of this course.
C OUR SE CO NT ENT
Pipeline Systems What are the facilities needed and

why? Overview of the typical systems arrangements and
descriptions of the components and interconnection
Pipelines in the United States Factors that have led to the
pipeline systems in United States and Canada. What are the
considerations for building then operating pipelines?
Technology and the Engineering of Pipelines Describe
the major technical considerations that drive the design of
pipeline systems and the major components?
THE PUBLIC Land and Environmental Considerations
Describe and discuss the nature of public engagement and
response to pipelines throughout the systems life cycle.
Recognize the linear nature of pipeline systems that will
be predominantly NOT be on Company property and the
implications throughout the life cycle of the pipeline systems
Regulatory and Environmental Framework for Pipelines
Describe the governmental and non-governmental policies that
determine the control permitting, land acquisition, and often
impact schedule, design, construction methods and cost.
Constructing Pipeline Facilities Overview of procurement
and construction planning, logistics and execution for
pipelines and the associated facilities.
Operating the Pipeline Overview of the operating cycle
from commissioning through abandonment with emphasis
on the long term integrity challenges of pipelines.
Responding to Failures Discussion on the typical
modes of failures and the strategies to mitigate the causes,
detection and response approaches, and methods to
respond to emergencies.
YOU WI LL LE ARN
How to apply mechanical and physical principles to all

phases of pipeline design, construction, and operation
Identify similarities and differences of onshore and
offshore pipeline systems
Incorporate construction methods, commissioning,
pressure testing, and start-up into the design of a
pipeline system
Applying safety and environmental regulations for a
sound design
Common sense methods and technical requirements to
define pipeline routes and facilities locations
The importance of fluid properties and process to
pipeline systems design and construction
ABOUT THE CO U RSE
This intensive, ten-day foundation level course covers the

design, construction, and operation of pipeline systems.
The focus is on pipeline routing, hydraulics, mechanical
design, and construction for both onshore and offshore
pipelines. The result of this course is cost-effective, safe
and environmentally sound design, construction,
inspection, operation, and maintenance of pipelines.
Design problems and group projects are an integral part of
this course.
COURSE CONTE N T
Pipeline systems definition and applications

Codes and standards related to pipelines
Pipeline hydraulics: single-phase gas and liquids,
multiphase fluids and heavy/waxy crudes
Major design considerations for strength, stability, and
installation
Pipeline survey and mapping
Pipeline route engineering
Pipeline materials and components
Corrosion and cathodic protection of pipelines
Special design aspects, covering such issues as risers,
slug catchers, pigging facilities, etc
Basic design considerations for pipeline facilities
Pipeline construction for cross country and offshore
systems focusing on welding
Pressure testing, pre-commissioning, and
commissioning
Pipeline integrity aspects including in-line inspection
Leak detection and emergency planning considerations
Repairs and modification considerations
Safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
To apply mechanical and physical principles to

pipeline design, materials and equipment selection,
construction, and operation
To identify special design and construction challenges
of onshore pipeline systems
To identify the principal interfaces and potential
interrelationships of pipeline facilities such as: pump
and compressor stations, storage and metering
facilities, design and construction of assets, and
operation of onshore pipeline systems
To identify safety and environmental practices and their
effect on design, construction, and operation
The importance of planning for the testing,
commissioning and start-up of pipeline systems
This intensive, five-day foundation level course covers the

design, construction, and operation of onshore pipeline
systems used in the oil and gas industry. The course
focuses on pipeline routing, hydraulics, facilities design,
construction methods, and operation of onshore pipeline
systems. Participants will acquire and/or consolidate the
essential knowledge and skills to design, construct, and
operate pipelines. Design problems are an integral part of
this course.
Pipeline systems definition and applications

Safety, environmental, and regulatory considerations;
codes and standards related to pipelines
Pipeline conceptual and mechanical design for strength,
stability, and installation
Impacts of pipeline hydraulics on pipeline design,
construction, and operations
Pipeline survey, mapping, and route selection
Pipeline materials and equipment selection
Corrosion and cathodic protection of pipelines
Pipeline construction for onshore pipeline systems
Introduction to flow assurance considerations and
pipeline integrity aspects including in-line inspection,
leak detection, and emergency planning considerations
Pipeline operations, maintenance and repairs
considerations

YOU WI L L L E A RN

17-28 NOV 2014

16-27 NOV 2015
US$7,960
US$7,960
DENVER, U.S.
DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.
ORLANDO, U.S.

PITTSBURGH, U.S.
27-31 JUL 2015

4-8 OCT 2015
20-24 APR 2015
17-21 NOV 2014
16-20 NOV 2015
14-18 SEP 2015
US$4,110
US$5,190
US$4,150
US$4,110
US$4,110
US$4,110
PIPELINE
Fundamentals of
Onshore and Offshore
Pipeline Systems (PL-4)
Pipeline Systems
Overview (PL-22)
32
Terminals and Storage
Facilities (PL-44)
FOUNDATION
NEW
PIPELINE
Y O U WILL LEA R N
Differentiate between the storage and terminals for

hydrocarbon liquids (oils and products) and natural gas
liquids
Identifying various storage systems and the typical and
appropriate applications.
Defining the equipment and arrangement of typical
terminals and their design considerations
List the codes and standards as well as key regulatory
and environmental compliance that apply to terminals
and storage.
Defining the typical operations of terminals and
associated storage facilities
Describing the key factors affecting safety, product
quality, system reliability and availability
Announcing Two New
Pipeline Courses
This five-day foundation level course for engineers

reviews the key areas associated with the development,
design, construction and operations of terminals and
storage facilities for liquid hydrocarbons and NGLs. The
storage of the liquids will include above ground
atmospheric (stable hydrocarbon liquids) and pressurized
systems (NGLs) and underground pressurized systems
(NGLs). For terminals, the course covers the surface
facilities typical for the receipt, storage and dispatch from
pipelines, rail car, truck and barge/tanker. The course is
focused on four areas: terminal arrangements and
equipment, types of storage, key design considerations for
storage and terminals, and operational considerations.
Safety, quality control, system reliability and availability as
well as codes and standards are integrated throughout the
materials. Case studies and exercises / examples will be
used to reinforce key points.
CO UR S E CO NT ENT
Storage and terminals basics for hydrocarbon liquids

and NGLs Similarities and Differences
How the product characteristics drive design and
operations of storage and terminal facilities
Framework and key details of industry codes and
standards plus regulatory and environmental
compliance
Hydrocarbon Liquids Atmospheric Storage
Aboveground
Natural Gas Liquids Pressurized Storage
Aboveground
Natural Gas Liquids Pressurized Storage
Underground
Crude Oil Terminals Key Land and Marine Facilities
and Operations
Products Terminals Key Facilities and operations
NGL Terminals Key Facilities and Operations
Safety, Product Quality and Reliability / Availability
PL-22 Pipeline Systems Overview

You Will Learn How To:
Identify the key components and facilities that are integrated into Pipeline Systems
Recognize the federal, state and local regulatory and environmental policies that guide the
permitting, design, construction, operations and maintenance of pipeline facilities
List the steps from concept to operating system - design, permitting, land acquisition,
construction and startup with each tied to the key issues for project management
Identify the strategic operational and maintenance needs and options for pipeline systems
including system monitoring and control, leak detection troubleshooting and response, and
efficient - safe operations (See page 31 for full course description)
For full course description or to enroll go to petroskills.com/pl22
PL-44 Terminals and Storage Facilities

You Will Learn How To:
Differentiate between the storage and terminals for hydrocarbon liquids (oils and products)
and natural gas liquids
Identify various storage systems and the typical and appropriate applications
Define the equipment and arrangement of typical terminals and their design considerations
Define the typical operations of terminals and associated storage facilities
Describe the key factors affecting safety, product quality, system reliability and availability
List the codes and standards as well as key regulatory and environmental compliance that
apply to terminals and storage (See left column for a full course description)
For full course description or to enroll go to petroskills.com/pl44
Interested in Pipeline Technical Content?

Check out our FREE on-demand webinar
A Key to Unlocking Pipeline Stress in
Offshore Pipeline Construction
petroskills.com/pipelinewebinar
Looking for a trusted advisor to

develop your midstream workforce?
From processing to pipeline, engineering to operations,

PetroSkills has over 50 years of deep industry experience to help
manage the talent required to execute on your midstream assets.
As a trusted advisor to the industry, we can help you tackle your
operational challenges.
We have the processes, tools, and people to create a holistic workforce
development plan for your engineers, operators, and technicians.

Competency Framework industry-standard competency frameworks,

customized to company job positions within the areas of Gathering,
Processing, Transportation, and Storage
Learning and Development Content industry approved course

material delivered through instructor led training, e-learning
modules, or blended learning activities
Competency-Focused Technology easy-to-use software for

management and reporting for Competency, Compliance,
and Assurance
People and Process with a strong and proven record in the

industry, PetroSkills experts will work with you to develop structured
accelerated learning programs for your organization
PetroSkillsthe trusted consulting partner for improving asset,

operational, and organizational performance.
To learn more about PetroSkills Midstream offerings please visit

www.petroskills.com/consulting or email [email protected]
INSTRUMENT / CONTROL / ELECTRICAL
34
and Electrical Systems for
Electrical Engineering
Fundamentals for
Facilities Engineers (E-3)
Instrumentation and
Controls Fundamentals for
Facilities Engineers (IC-3)
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
D ES IG NED FO R
DE S I GN E D F OR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Managers, engineers, technicians and system operators

requiring a broad understanding of instrumentation,
control, and electrical systems in oil and gas facilities.
Facilities and Project Engineers as well as new

Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical Engineers who
need to improve their basic understanding of electrical
systems within oil and gas facilities.
Facilities and Project Engineers as well as newly

graduated Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical
Engineers who need to improve their basic
understanding of instrumentation and control systems
within oil and gas facilities.
Y O U WILL LEA R N
Electrical Power
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Defining fundamentals parameters for electrical power

usage and generation such as voltage levels, self-generate
versus purchased power, and basic electrical power
management.
Developing electrical power demand (load) lists, one-line
diagrams, and the selecting and integration of power
distribution systems.
Identifying electrical power users (for the load list) then
evaluating the equipment demand on the power system
(such as intermittent or continuous service, and motor
starting loads).
Using safe practices such as hazardous area definition and
circuit protection.
Instrumentation and Control
Defining what to measure, why to measure a parameter, and
how to measure.
Determining and using the many control strategies,
equipment and computer systems common to an oil and
gas facility.
Identifying equipment and instrument characteristics and
using appropriate instrumentation and controls.
Defining and integrating components into systems that
monitor and locally control the process (and related
equipment), safety systems, and the communications and
remote control systems used.
This 5-day course provides an overview of electrical power

generation and distribution, process and safety systems
instrumentation, and control strategies and configurations. The
focus is on application and integration into the process and control
of upstream and midstream oil and gas facilities. The material of
the course is applicable to field process facilities, pipelines, gas
plants, and offshore systems.
CO UR S E CO NT ENT
Key electrical power considerations and fundamentals

applied in oil and gas facilities. Voltage levels and power
type (3-phase, single-phase, and direct current) selection and
application. Purchased power considerations including
generation efficiency, redundant sources, transmission grid
parameters, and cost considerations. Electric power
distribution, systems loads, internal grid layout, major
distribution equipment and cabling. Power users definition
and integration into the power distribution system. Electrical
system safety. Process systems operations and the key
characteristics, and measurement needs, as well as techniques
to measure and control. Control modes and their
applications, communications requirements, and the operator
and computer controller interface. Interrelationships
between process, equipment, instruments and controls.
Field (facility) control and monitoring systems such as
pressure and level indicators and controllers. Field (facility)
safety monitoring and response systems including SIS, HIPPS
and emergency shutdown valves. System-wide
considerations including communications, local control,
remote control, and data management and use.
The key components of facilities electric power

distribution which include circuit arrangements, low
and medium voltage switchgear, and single-phase and
three phase schemes
Operation, components, electromotive forces, turns
and voltage ratios, losses, efficiency, rating, and
connections of transformers
The difference between direct current motors, alternating
current motors, enclosures and how to select motors
Protection of electrical equipment including fuses,
direct tripping, relaying, and coordination
About emergency power to include power requirements,
generator sets, direct current systems, batteries, and an
overview of uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
Power generation which includes an overview of
emergency, prime, base, peak and co-generation,
quality, sizing, operation, control, and power factor
correction
Grounding and bonding with an overview of systems,
equipment, ignition sources, separately derived
systems, performance, and substation grounding
Hazardous areas with general information on
classifications, NEC, IEC, equipment protection,
certification, and definitions
This course applies fundamental electrical engineering

principles to oil and gas facilities design and operation.
The course is designed for Facilities Engineers with or
without a background in electrical engineering and can
accelerate the development of new Facilities Electrical
Engineers. Through the use of individual and group
problem solving, attendees will learn about transformers,
motors, generators, one-line diagram interpretation,
protection and coordination of electrical equipment,
emergency power, site and standby generation, electrical
safety, and hazardous areas. Participants will gain a better
understanding of electrical components and systems and
will develop a greater appreciation for electrical
engineering.
Fundamentals of electricity Direct current Basic AC

theory Transformers Motors Power distribution
System protection and coordination Emergency power
generators, direct current systems and uninterruptible
power systems Power generation Variable speed
drives Programmable electronic systems Electrical
safety Grounding and bonding Hazardous area

BAKERSFIELD, U.S.
DOHA, QATAR

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
16-20 MAR 2015

US$4,110
7-11 DEC 2014
US$5,190
29 NOV-3 DEC 2015 US$5,190
15-19 DEC 2014
US$4,150
21-25 SEP 2015
US$4,150
14-18 DEC 2015
US$4,150
6-10 JUL 2015 US$4,780+VAT

HOUSTON, U.S.
ORLANDO, U.S.
9-13 FEB 2015

5-9 OCT 2015
US$4,150
US$4,110
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Field measurement devices including level, pressure,

temperature, and flow
Final elements and actuators including control loops, control
valves, shutdown valves, actuators, and transducers
Pressure relief and pressure regulation
How to document instrumentation including tag numbers,
P&IDs, loop and logic diagrams
Process control basics with emphasis on control loops, types,
strategies, and loop tuning
How programmable logic controllers operate as well as
their advantages, application, functionality, architecture, and
programming
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems to
include telemetry, RTUs, internet and web-based
Distributed Control Systems (DCS) including Fieldbus and
Profibus
Risk mitigation, technologies, and architecture of Safety
Instrumented Systems (SIS)
Best practices for hazardous areas and equipment selection
which will include area classification, NEC, IEC, equipment
protection, selection, certification, location, and ingress
This course applies fundamental instrumentation and control

engineering principles to oil and gas facilities design and
operation and is designed for Facilities Engineers with or
without a background in instrumentation or control
engineering. The course is also designed to accelerate the
development of new facilities Instrumentation and Control
Engineers. Through the use of individual and group problem
solving, attendees will learn about field measurement devices,
final elements and actuators, pressure relief and regulation,
documentation, programmable logic controllers, power
supplies, SCADA, DCS, SIS, hazardous areas, and installation
methods. Participants will gain a better understanding of
instrumentation and control components and systems and will
gain a greater appreciation for instrumentation and control
engineering.
Fundamentals Field measurement devices Final

elements and actuators Pressure relief and pressure
regulation Instrumentation documentation Control
system basics Programmable logic controllers
Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)
systems Distributed control systems (DCS) Safety
instrumented system (SIS) Hazardous areas and
equipment selection

BAKERSFIELD, U.S.
CALGARY, CANADA
DENVER, U.S.
DUBAI, U.A.E.

HOUSTON, U.S.

JOHANNESBURG,
SOUTH AFRICA
ORLANDO, U.S.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA
14-18 SEP 2015

US$4,110
13-17 APR 2015 US$4,110+GST
20-24 JUL 2015
US$4,110
26-30 OCT 2014
US$5,190
25-29 OCT 2015
US$5,190
17-21 NOV 2014
US$4,150
16-20 FEB 2015
US$4,150
8-12 JUN 2015
US$4,150
16-20 NOV 2015
US$4,150
20-24 APR 2015

US$5,450
6-10 OCT 2014
US$4,110
12-16 OCT 2015
US$4,110
10-14 AUG 2015 US$5,460+GST
35
Valve and Actuator
Technologies (IC-72)
Flow and Level Custody

Measurement (IC-73)
INTERMEDIATE
INTERMEDIATE
INTERMEDIATE
D E S I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Instrumentation, electrical and process engineers and

technicians involved in selecting, sizing, specifying,
installing, testing, operating and maintaining
programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and supervisory
(SCADA) systems.
Facilities, chemical, electrical, instrumentation,

maintenance, and mechanical engineers and
technicians involved in designing, selecting, sizing,
specifying, installing, testing, operating and maintaining
shutoff, pressure relief, and control valves.
YOU WI LL LE ARN
Describe the fundamental principles of the PLC

Identify the basic components
Write a ladder logic program
Explain the basics of advanced programming according
to IEC 61131-3
Compare different methods of analog processing
Apply common-sense installation practices
Examine the different components of a SCADA system
Describe the basic principles of serial communications
Evaluate the requirements for PLC-to-SCADA
communications
Distinguish the specific requirements of the PLC in
safety-related applications
Compare the major technologies used in the final control

element
Calculate the valve flow coefficient Cv
Perform flow and system pressure head loss calculations
Contrast the different types of control, shut-off, and check
valves
Describe the principles of cavitation control and noise
reduction
Select optimum materials of construction to avoid corrosion
and erosion
Identify the correct requirements for trim selection
Differentiate between inherent and installed characteristics
Identify ANSI/DN pipe sizes and pressure ratings
Explain the control valve seat leakage classifications
Evaluate the optimum valve-actuator combination
Apply on-line valve testing and diagnostics for deadband
and hysteresis, stick-slip and non-linearity
Examine the principles of preventive maintenance through
the application of signature analysis
Perform a bench set and calculate actuator spring wind-up
Pick the correct positioner using our set of guidelines
This workshop is specifically tailored for any personnel

who are, or will be, responsible for designing, selecting,
sizing, specifying, installing, testing, operating and
maintaining instrumentation related to the field of
custody level and flow transfer measurement. This
could include facilities, process, chemical, electrical,
instrumentation, maintenance, and mechanical
engineers and technicians.
This workshop provides engineers and technicians with

the basic theoretical and practical understanding of PLC
and SCADA systems. It traces the evolution of the PLC as
an intelligent black box replacement for the relay panel
and how, with the advent of modern communications
architectures, it is combined with supervisory control
systems to allow stand-alone control systems to be
configured.
Throughout the workshop, participants will learn through
active participation using exercises, questionnaires, and
practical PC-based simulation (LogixPro) covering: basic
ladder logic programming; hardware diagnostics; and
implementation of various communication strategies.
Introduction to control systems SCADA versus DCS

PLC environmental enclosures Processing and
scanning Digital processing Analog processing
Installation practices Interference or noise reduction
Cable spacing and routing Earthing and grounding
Binary and hexadecimal numbering systems The IEC
61131-3 standard Ladder logic diagrams Functional
block diagrams Derived function blocks Structured
text Instruction lists Sequential function chart
SCADA basics System architecture communication
strategies Asynchronous transmission Coding The
RS 232 standard The RS 485 standard Modbus
Safety PLCs Voting system architectures
ABOUT THE CO U RSE
This workshop provides a total in-depth insight into valve and

actuator technology covering: control valves, check valves,
shut-off valves, solenoid valves, and pressure relief valves.
A methodology is presented to ensure the optimum selection
of size, choice of body and trim materials, components, and
ancillaries. Whilst studying both liquid and gas valve sizing,
delegates will also learn the correct procedures for calculating
the spring wind-up or bench set. Maintenance issues also
include: testing for dead-band/hysteresis, stick-slip and nonlinearity; on-line diagnostics; and signature analysis.
Throughout the workshop, participants will learn through
active participation using exercises, questionnaires, and
practical sessions covering: systems choice; basic sizing
calculations; computer-based sizing; and maintenance
diagnostics.
COURSE CONTE N T
Defining the valve flow coefficient, Cv Choked flow

Pressure recovery Flashing and cavitation Cavitation
control Noise reduction Control valve selection and
sizing Water hammer Valve seat leakage classifications
Packing/stuffing box requirements Globe valves Gate
valves Pinch valves Diaphragm valves Ball valves
Butterfly valve Plug valve Check valves Inherent vs.
installed characteristics Body selection guide Trim
selection guide Actuator and accessory selection Manual
and computer-based valve sizing I/P converter
Diaphragm actuators Cylinder/piston-type actuator.
Electro-hydraulic actuation Electric actuator Solenoid
valves Transfer mechanisms Valve positioners Valve
testing and diagnostics Bench Set Valve maintenance and
repair Safety relief valves Rupture discs
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Recall the basics of fluid mechanics

Identify the fundamental problems related to uncertainty
Compare the different methods of measuring flow in the oil and
gas industries
Describe the various methods of level measurement
Compare the different methods used to derive strapping tables
Evaluate the different custody transfer standards in use today
Contrast the methods used in flow calibration
Identify the different types of prover systems
Explain the methodology used in truck custody transfer
Examine the challenges regarding pipelines
Describe the basics of leak detection
Analyse the methodology for monitoring and controlling
production losses
Evaluate a variety of API standards

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
10-14 NOV 2014

9-13 NOV 2015
US$4,150
US$4,150
29 JUN-3 JUL 2015 US$4,780+VAT
Available from anywhere via PetroFlex delivery (see pg. 81)
Regulatory Control and

PID Loop Tuning (IC-74)
INTERMEDIATE
DE SI GN E D F OR
Instrumentation, automation and process engineers and

technicians involved in specifying, installing, testing,
tuning, operating and maintaining regulatory PID control
systems.
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Describe such terms as process lag, capacitance and

resistance
Explain the significance of the process reaction curve
Identify the effects of filtering on loop performance
Distinguish the effect of span on the system performance
Analyze such problems as valve hysteresis, stiction and
non-linearities
Evaluate the effects of proportional, integral and derivative
control
Correctly apply both open and closed Loop Tuning
according to Ziegler Nichols
Apply as found tuning
Estimate the effects on loop tuning using a software-based
loop analysis program
Describe both cascade and feedforward control
Explain split range control
Identify and correct problems due to process dead time
Discuss the top 20 mistakes made in the field of process
control
HOUSTON, U.S.

HOUSTON, U.S.

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
6-10 OCT 2014

5-9 OCT 2015
1-5 JUN 2015
US$4,150
US$4,150
US$4,780+VAT
LONDON, U.K.
13-17 OCT 2014

12-16 OCT 2015
8-12 JUN 2015
US$4,150
US$4,150
US$4,780+VAT
LONDON, U.K.
17-21 NOV 2014

16-20 NOV 2015
US$4,150
US$4,150
27-31 JUL 2015 US$4,780+VAT
INSTRUMENT / CONTROL / ELECTRICAL
PLC and SCADA

Technologies (IC-71)
37
Fundamentals of
Pump and Compressor
Systems (ME-44)
Compressor Systems
- Mechanical Design and
INTERMEDIATE
INTERMEDIATE
SPECIALIZED
D E S I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Mechanical, facilities, plant or pipeline engineers and

piping system designers who are involved in the design
of in-plant piping systems for oil and gas facilities.
Engineers, senior technicians and system operators

designing, operating and maintaining pump and
compressor systems in oil and gas facilities.
Mechanical, facilities, plant, or pipeline engineers and

technicians needing an in-depth understanding of the
different types of compressors.
YOU W I LL LE ARN
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Apply piping system codes and standards

About line sizing and layout of piping systems in
various types of facilities
How to specify proper components for process and
utility applications
Compare alternative materials of construction
The process of steelmaking, pipe manufacturing and
material specifications
Joining methods and inspection techniques
Key considerations for flare and vent systems, including
PSV sizing
Selecting the appropriate integrated pump and

compressors units (drivers, pumps, compressors, and
auxiliary systems).
Integrating the pump or compressor units with
the upstream and downstream piping and process
equipment.
Evaluating pump and compressor units and their drivers
in multiple train configurations parallel and series.
Identifying the key local and remote control elements of
pumps and compressors as well as their drivers.
Defining the major life-cycle events such as changes
in flows, changes in fluid composition, and changes in
operating conditions that can affect equipment selection
and operating strategies.
Assessing key pump hydraulics and compressor
thermodynamics and their affect on selection and
operations.
Identifying significant conditioning operating
monitoring parameters and troubleshooting techniques.
How to apply thermodynamics to compressor

performance and operating characteristics
How to size, specify, and select compressors
Compressor auxiliary systems
Series and parallel application of compressors
How to integrate compressor systems into process
facilities used in the oil and gas industry
How to use state-of-the-art monitor and control devices
in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of
compression systems
How to apply maintenance practices to improve
compressor reliability
Shop and field performance testing
Compressor economics including OPEX vs. CAPEX
considerations
This five-day course for engineers and piping system

designers reviews the key areas associated with the design
of piping systems for oil and gas facilities. The course is
focused on four areas: codes and standards, pipe
materials and manufacture, piping components, and
piping layout and design. Applicable piping codes for oil
and gas facilities (ISO, B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, etc.), pipe
sizing calculations, pipe installation, and materials
selection are an integral part of the course. The emphasis
is on proper material selection and specification of piping
systems.
Piping codes and standards (ANSI/ASME, API, ISO)

Pipe materials and manufacturing
Basic pipe stress analysis methods
Valves and actuators
Welding and non-destructive testing
Line sizing basics (single-phase and multiphase flow)
Pipe and valve material selection
Piping layout and design
Manifolds, headers, and flare/vent systems
Non-metallic piping systems
Operations and maintenance considerations of facilities
and pipelines
ABOUT THE COU RSE
This is an intensive 5-day course providing a comprehensive

overview of pumps and compressor systems. The focus is on
equipment selection type, unit and station configuration,
integration of these units in the process scheme and control
strategy in upstream and midstream oil and gas facilities. The
material of the course is applicable to field process facilities,
pipelines, gas plants, and offshore systems.
COURSE CONT E N T
Types of pumps, compressors, and drivers and their

common applications and range of operations.
Evaluation and selection of pumps and compressors
and their drivers for long-term efficient operations.
Unit and station configuration including multiple trains
in series and/or parallel operations.
Integration with upstream and downstream process
equipment, local and remote control systems, and
facilities utilities.
Key auxiliary systems including monitoring equipment,
heat exchangers, lube and seal systems, and fuel/power
systems.
Major design, installation, operating, troubleshooting,
and maintenance considerations.
This five-day course is for facility design engineers,

operations engineers and technicians seeking an in-depth
understanding of centrifugal, reciprocating, and screw
compressors. This course provides basic knowledge of
compressor types and associated auxiliary systems,
mechanical design of equipment, operating and
performance characteristics, control and monitoring
systems, maintenance practices, and codes and standards.
Types and application of compressors

Selection criteria of dynamic and positive displacement
compressors
Compressor thermodynamics and operating
characteristics
Performance curves and off-design evaluations
Key compressor components and other auxiliary
systems
Equipment specifications
Compressor controls and monitoring devices
Driver and gear involvement
Installation, operation, maintenance practices, and
troubleshooting
Economic considerations

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA

DENVER, U.S.
DUBAI, U.A.E.

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.

OKLAHOMA CITY, U.S.
ORLANDO, U.S.

15-19 DEC 2014 US$5,460+GST

14-18 DEC 2015 US$5,460+GST
20-24 JUL 2015
US$4,110
23-27 NOV 2014
US$5,190
22-26 NOV 2015
US$5,190
1-5 DEC 2014
US$4,150
16-20 FEB 2015
US$4,150
30 NOV-4 DEC 2015 US$4,150
16-20 MAR 2015 US$4,780+VAT
17-21 AUG 2015 US$4,780+VAT
13-17 APR 2015
US$4,110
3-7 NOV 2014
US$4,110
2-6 NOV 2015
US$4,110
BAKERSFIELD, U.S.
DENVER, U.S.

DOHA, QATAR
DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.


LONDON, U.K.

OKLAHOMA CITY, U.S.
ORLANDO, U.S.

31 AUG-4 SEP 2015 US$4,110

3-7 NOV 2014
US$4,110
27-31 JUL 2015
US$4,110
27 SEP-1 OCT 2015 US$5,190
16-20 NOV 2014
US$5,190
9-13 MAR 2015
US$4,150
17-21 AUG 2015
US$4,150
2-6 NOV 2015
US$4,150
1-5 DEC 2014
US$5,460
30 NOV-4 DEC 2015 US$5,460
23-27 MAR 2015 US$4,780+VAT
24-28 AUG 2015 US$4,780+VAT
20-24 APR 2015
US$4,110
10-14 NOV 2014
US$4,110
14-18 SEP 2015
US$4,110
14-18 DEC 2015
US$4,110
13-17 OCT 2014
US$4,210

ORLANDO, U.S.

6-10 OCT 2014

5-9 OCT 2015
US$4,110
US$4,110
MECHANICAL
Piping Systems Mechanical Design and

MECHANICAL
38
Rotating Machinery
Best Practices (ME-47)
Troubleshooting
Rotating Equipment
(ME-49)
Turbomachinery
Monitoring and Problem
Analysis (ME-62)
FOUNDATION
INTERMEDIATE
SPECIALIZED
DES IG NED FO R
DE S I GN E D F OR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Engineers, senior technicians and system operators

designing, operating and maintaining rotating
equipment in oil and gas facilities. Best practices from a
variety of rotating machinery topics, representing many
years of collective experiences, are presented in this
course. In addition, the experience of the instructors
allows many topics to be discussed in addition to those
topics selected. The proper application of even one of
the best practices is worth several times the cost of
attending the course.
Maintenance, engineering and operations personnel

involved in troubleshooting reliability, analysis, condition
monitoring, and maintainability of rotating equipment
and related systems.
Experienced mechanical or facilities engineers and

senior technicians needing an understanding of control,
monitoring and troubleshooting turbomachinery utilized
in the oil and gas industry.
YOU WI L L L E A RN
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Techniques for troubleshooting failure causes and

consequences
Causes of machinery failures (5 whys)
Condition monitoring technique
Equipment reliability and predictive maintenance
fundamentals
Lubrication monitoring and analysis
Operating procedures best practices
RCFA (Root Cause Failure Analysis) procedures and
techniques (rotors, journal bearings and vibration,
thrust bearings, balance drums, pump mechanical
seals, compressor seals - liquid and dry gas, and
auxiliary systems)
To understand various types and classes of turbomachinery

(drivers and driven equipment)
To understand system integrity (availability and reliability)
How to evaluate turbomachinery performance during
startup and operation
How to identify turbomachinery system and auxiliary
components
How to define and use appropriate monitoring techniques
and tools
How to utilize effective operation and shutdown procedures
How to analyze common turbomachinery problems, such
as vibration, performance degradation, system or control
induced instabilities and surge
How to solve instrumentation, system and control
problems
Understand the inter-relationships of drivers, couplings,
gearboxes, and driven equipment
Installation techniques, equipment failures and different
maintenance practices
Economic considerations
YO U WILL LEA R N
Project machinery best practices

Pump best practices
Compressor best practices
Steam turbine best practices
Gas turbine best practices
Lubrication system best practices
Seal oil system best practices
Pump mechanical seal best practices
Dry gas seal best practices
Preventative maintenance best practices
Predicative maintenance best practices
Implementation & communication best practices
ABO UT T HE CO URSE
This is an intensive 5-day course providing a

comprehensive overview of pumps, compressors, steam
turbines, lubrication systems, seals and other machinery
and practices related to rotating machinery. The focus is
on equipment and system best practices type, unit and
station configuration, integration of these units in the
process scheme and control strategy in upstream and
midstream oil and gas facilities. The material of the course
is applicable to all oil and gas field production facilities,
refineries, pipelines, gas plants, marine applications and
offshore systems.
C O URS E CO NT ENT
Life cycle cost considerations

Selecting pumps to operate in best flow range
Detailed component experience checks prior to
purchase
Review of blade experience prior to purchase
Site power sizing guidelines
System component design audit guidelines
System stability modification best practices
Practical seal monitoring guidelines
Seal gas systems, intermediate and separation systems
Essential PM items to assure optimum reliability
The concept of Component Condition Monitoring
Management presentations that assure implementation

ORLANDO, U.S.

20-24 OCT 2014

12-16 OCT 2015
US$4,110
US$4,110
This is an intensive 5-day course providing a

comprehensive understanding of rotating equipment
failures and reliability. Condition monitoring techniques
are discussed and evaluated. Scenarios involving
common rotating equipment reliability issues: rotors,
journal bearings and vibration, thrust bearings, balance
drums, pump mechanical seals, compressor seals (liquid
and dry gas) and auxiliary systems are presented. The
material of the course is applicable to all oil and gas field
production facilities, refineries, pipelines, gas plants,
marine applications and offshore systems.
Rotating equipment fundamentals and reliability basics

The causes of machinery failures (5 why's)
-Process condition changes
-Installation errors
-Operating procedures
-Design shortcomings
-Component wear out
Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) procedures and
examples
-Rotors the effect of process head
-Journal bearings and vibration
-Thrust bearings and balance drums
-Pump mechanical seals
-Compressor seal systems (liquid and dry gas)
Auxiliary systems including lubrication
Processes for effective troubleshooting
-Condition monitoring
-Defining abnormal conditions
-Listing all possible causes
-Eliminating non-related causes
-Stating root cause of the problem
Solutions and maintenance

ORLANDO, U.S.

27-31 OCT 2014

19-23 OCT 2015
US$4,110
US$4,110
This five-day course is an intensive, intermediate level

program for experienced mechanical equipment engineers or
facilities engineers to develop and expand their capabilities in
controls, monitoring and problem analysis of turbomachinery.
This course focuses on defining the systems and subsystems
that form the turbomachinery; the potential problems with
these systems and subsystems; monitoring techniques for
early detection of problems; and methods to analyze the
monitored variables to detect potential problems or
reconstruct reasons for failures. Case studies are used
throughout the course.
Turbomachinery in the oil and gas industry Machine

integrity Monitoring and turbomachinery Vibration and
vibration monitoring Process parameters (pressure,
temperature, flow, equipment performance) Operating
principles of gas turbines Electric machinery: motors and
generators Installation Drivers: Steam turbines, gas
turbines, engines Driven equipment: Pumps
Transmission systems Auxiliary Systems Pumps
Compressors Key performance variables and means to
monitor Principals of operation and major components of
gas turbines: rotors, blades, shafts, combustion chambers,
nozzles, etc. Auxiliary systems: lube oil, seal oil, fuel,
start-up, etc. Evaluation of turbine performance parameters
during start-up and normal operation Troubleshooting
control systems for gas turbines: start-up, speed and
temperature controls, vibration Principles of operation and
general components of compressors: rotors, seals,
diaphragms, etc Operating characteristics curves Surge
phenomenon Choke phenomenon Compressor
instrumentation: various control loops; anti-surge control
loops Compressor safety interlock and trip systems Gas
turbine and compressor systems start-up and shutdown
procedures Normal operation - monitoring of parameters
Logging of monitoring checks Vibration monitoring
Troubleshooting Case Studies

DOHA, QATAR
HOUSTON, U.S.
1-5 MAR 2015

21-25 SEP 2015
US$5,190
US$4,150
39
Risk-Based
Inspection (REL-61)
INTERMEDIATE
INTERMEDIATE
D ES I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
Maintenance, engineering and operations personnel

involved in improving reliability, availability, condition
monitoring, and maintainability of process equipment
and systems. Participants should have foundation
skills in statistical analysis and reliability techniques for
equipment.
Inspection maintenance, production and other plant

engineers and technicians responsible for the safe ongoing operation of pressure containing equipment in oil
and gas facilities.
YO U W I L L LEA RN
Improving Reliability in New Facilities/Systems

- Design for Reliability
- Design for Maintainability
- Developing Initial Maintenance Strategies
Virtual equipment walk-down
Criticality using simulation and modeling
Developing baseline condition monitoring programs
Developing lubrication programs
Developing process specific maintenance strategies with
Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM)
Improving Reliability in Existing Facilities/Systems
- A nalyzing Process Reliability Plots to determine the
amount of opportunity
-C
ontinuous improvement through Failure Reporting,
Analysis, and Corrective Action Systems (FRACAS)
Developing policies & procedures
Developing failure reporting codes
Statistical analysis of failures using Weibull
Developing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) programs
Triggers for RCA
Analyzing recommendations
-D
eveloping maintenance strategies with Condition
Monitoring
Identifying applicable condition monitoring methods
Using criticality to determine level of condition monitoring
application
Reporting asset health
- Developing maintenance strategies with RCM
Identifying systems for analysis and policies
Analyzing recommendations with simulation and modeling
Implementing recommendations
Monitoring Results
-U
nderstanding the true purpose of Key Performance
Indicators
- Developing appropriate reliability and maintainability KPIs
YOU W I LL LE ARN
How to apply fundamental principles of risk analysis,

using practical application through case histories and a
step-by-step evaluation process for each type of damage
mechanism
How to quantitatively determine probability of failure of
pressure equipment, analyse consequences of failure and
develop an appropriate inspection plan
About the fundamental principles of component integrity,
application of the API rules, material properties of strength
and toughness, and the introduction to stress and fracture
mechanics
How to assess the integrity of equipment and make
projections about its remaining useful life
Assessment of existing static equipment to increase the
equipment capacity and to extend service life time. API
579-1/ASME FFS-1 provides calculations that can be used
to re-rate the component.
To apply and use API RP 580 and API RP 581
recommended practices. For pressurized components (e.g.
pressure vessels and piping), these assessments can be
used to determine optimum inspection intervals through the
considered application of ASME section V NDE techniques.
ABOUT THE COU RSE
The risk-based approach requires a systematic and integrated

use of expertise from the different disciplines that impact plant
integrity. These include design, materials selection, operating
parameters and scenarios, and understanding of the current
and future degradation mechanisms and of the risks involved.
Risk-Based Methodologies enable the assessment of the
likelihood and potential consequences of equipment failures.
RBI (Risk-Based Inspection) provides companies the
opportunity to prioritize their equipment for inspection;
optimize inspection methods, frequencies and resources and
develop specific equipment inspection plans. This results in
improved safety, lower failure risk, fewer forced shutdowns,
and reduced operational costs.
To say THANKS for your interest in

PetroSkills | John M. Campbell,
we will send you this FREE copy of
Our Best Tips of the Month!
Were excited to provide you with
a complimentary gift to show our
appreciation. This 300+ page
searchable PDF contains our most
popular tips of the month organized
into a convenient, digital format. You
will enjoy having your own copy of
this valuable content to reference for
years to come. Just a few of the topics
included in the document include:
Gas Sweetening
Surge Control Alternatives
Transportation of Ethane by Pipeline
Acid Gas-Water Content
Risk Based Process Safety
Phase diagrams
Pressure relief system design pitfalls
Effect of viscosity on pump performance
Effect of gas molecular weight on
centrifugal compressor performance
COURSE CONT E N T
This course is designed to teach Reliability Engineering

skills as they apply to improving Process System
Reliability and developing maintenance strategies. You
will use modern software and analysis methods to perform
statistical analysis of failures, model system performance,
and develop maintenance and reengineering strategies to
improve overall performance.
CO UR SE CO NT ENT
Criticality Analysis Availability Simulation and Modeling

Statistical Analysis of Failures using Weibull Maintenance
Strategy Development (Condition Monitoring, ReliabilityCentered Maintenance, Essential Care) Process Reliability
Analysis Root Cause Analysis Failure Reporting,
Analysis, and Corrective Action Systems Key Performance
Indicators Reliability Definitions
RBI philosophy based on API RP 580 Risk-Based

Decision-Making Fundamentals and Tools Technical
integrity and mechanical properties of pressure equipment.
Understanding and managing risk Fires, Vapor Cloud
Explosions (VCE) and Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor
Explosions (BLEVE) API Risk-Based Inspection
Methodology Damage mechanisms affecting pressure
equipment in the oil and gas industry Non-destructive
examination techniques (NDE and NDT) API RP 581 Part 1
Inspection Planning API RP 581 Part 2 Failure
Probability Quantification and Reliability Assessments API
RP 581 Part 3 Consequence Analysis and Mitigation
Management Fitness for Service assessments using API
579-1/ASME FFS-1 Inspection plan development and
implementation RBI rollout and management

DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.
ORLANDO, U.S.

27 SEP-1 OCT 2015 US$5,190

11-15 MAY 2015
US$4,150
1-5 JUN 2015
US$4,780+VAT
1-5 DEC 2014
US$4,110
30 NOV-4 DEC 2015 US$4,110

HOUSTON, U.S.

20-24 OCT 2014

19-23 OCT 2015
US$4,150
US$4,150
DOWNLOAD NOW at
www.petroskills.com/besttips
RELIABILITY
Process Plant Reliability

and Maintenance
Strategies (REL-5)
40
Petroleum Business
R
ENGINEERING
GESERVOIR
EOLOGY
Course Progression
Matrix
The Course Progression Matrix below shows how the Petroleum Business
courses in this section are structured within each topic, from Basic to
Specialized. On either side of the Petroleum Business section, you will see
courses in associated disciplines for cross-training. These matrices are ideal
for building training plans for early-career staff or finding the right course to
build upon existing knowledge and experience.
The first two courses in this section are Basic Petroleum Economics and
the 5-day expanded version, which includes additional material covering
finance, accounting, and budgeting. They are key courses for anyone who
needs an understanding of economic analysis and profitability of exploration
and production projects. Our exciting new business simulation course, Oil
and Gas Business Discovery OGBD is on page 42.
The following instructors have been selected and approved by the PetroSkills Curriculum Network to teach one or more of the
following Petroleum Business courses:
Robert E. Boyd
William E. Hughes
Dr. Thijs Koeling
Geology and
Geophysics
Reservoir and
Petrophysics
David Patrick Murphy

Tim Nieman
Kent Saugier
Production
and Drilling
John Schuyler
John C. Scruton-Wilson
Dr. Richard D. Seba
Petroleum Business
Surface Facilities
PETROLEUM ECONOMICS
FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING
New Opportunities
in Old Fields
SPECIALIZED
Ronnie Tucker
RISK MANAGEMENT
Advanced Decision
Analysis with
Portfolio and Project
Modeling
Petroleum Business
& Professional
Development
Health, Safety,
Environment
Team Leadership
Applied HSE
Management
MANAGEMENT
Strategic Thinking
Fundamentals of
International Oil and
Gas Law
INTERMEDIATE
Petroleum Project
Management
FOUNDATION
International
Petroleum Contracts
Foundations of
Petrophysics
Completions and
Workovers
Reservoir Engineering
for Other Disciplines
Production
Technology for
Other Disciplines
Economics of
Worldwide Petroleum
Production
Petroleum Finance
and Accounting
Principles
Petroleum Risk and

Decision Analysis
Cost Management
Applied Safety
Petroleum Budgeting
and Performance
Workshop
Applied Environment
Oil & Gas Business Discovery
Introduction to Petroleum Business
BASIC
Basic Geophysics
Basic Petroleum
Geology
LNG Short
Course:
Basic Reservoir
Engineering
Basic Drilling
Technology
Technology and
the LNG Chain
Expanded Basic
Petroleum Economics
Essential Leadership
Skills for Technical
Professionals
Introduction to Data
Management
Basics of HSE
Management
Basic Petroleum
Economics
Exploration and Production Process Basics: Understanding the Petroleum Value Cycle (2 weeks)
41
Cost Management (CM)
Economics of Worldwide
Petroleum Production
(EWP)
BASIC
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
D ESI G NED F O R
DESIG N ED FOR
Operating managers, field personnel, project managers, technology
managers, budget managers, or practically anyone in the company
wanting to manage costs in a more efficient and effective manner.
A familiarity with finance is helpful but not required.
DE S IGNE D FOR
Engineers, geologists, geophysicists, land men, HR and

other non-finance and accounting professionals who
need an introduction to the business aspects of the
petroleum industry including the interplay of finance
and economic evaluation in the creation of long-term
shareholder value
YOU WILL LEARN
The overall objective of business
How the petroleum business is structured and capital is raised
What is shareholder value and how it is created
The critical importance of seeking competitive advantage
Economic and accounting terminology
How to make an economic valuation of an investment and
assess its competitive advantage
How value creation impacts share price
How shareholder value is measured
Risk and how is it assessed in economic evaluations
A B O UT TH E C O U R S E
You have recently joined the petroleum industry as a technical
expert in engineering, geology or human resource (or have worked
in the technical area for a few years) and want to understand the
nature of the petroleum business and how you will contribute to the
financial success of your company. But what is financial success
and how is it measured? What resources are available to the
industry and who are the competitors? This course will introduce
delegates to key concepts of the petroleum business including its
structure, how oil companies are organized and financed and what
it takes to be financially successful. Success will be explored
through an understanding of the meaning of long-term shareholder
value, its measurement at the macro and micro level and the role
competitive advantage plays in achieving superior financial goals.
Delegates will be introduced to both accounting and economic
evaluation as a means to understanding the financial side of the
petroleum business. Additionally, delegates will be introduced to
risk and its impact on economic evaluation. All common
accounting and economic terms and metrics will be reviewed.
Delegates will learn through lectures, discussion, and hands on
exercises.
One personal computer is provided, at additional cost, for each
two participants.
C O UR SE C O N T E N T
Understanding corporate business Importance of creating value
for shareholders Measuring value and the expectations of
corporate stakeholders in the financial framework
Introduction to Economic Evaluation (NPV, IRR) The
importance of discounting for capital intensive industries
Cost of Capital and how it is calculated Valuing businesses at
the macro level Creation of value and competitive advantage
Competitive environment in the petroleum industry How energy
demand is growing
Location and ownership of oil and gas reserves Capital
requirements and risk Oil and gas pricing and future drivers
Examples of competitive advantage and impact on history
Introduction to accounting The purpose of accounts Key
financial statements Demystification of the annual report
Introduction risk Economic evaluation at the project level
Economic impact of projects on book value, market capitalization,
share price Measuring competitive advantage through net
present value The value of incremental economics
YO U WILL LE ARN HOW T O
Identify the fundamental types of costs and the cost drivers

Understand the different cost classifications
Trace all relevant costs to a single cost object to better manage costs
Determine and monitor the behavior of costs
Build your own Activity dictionary
Use sensitivity analysis of cost behavior
Design management control system that actually works
Understand the principles of Activity Based Cost Management
(ABCM) and its development and implementation
Determine the relevant information for decision making
Analyze capital projects using the proper tools and techniques
Use and misuse the budget
Manage and not mismanage costs
Develop tools to use for managing costs
Evaluate costs for effectiveness
ABO U T TH E COURS E
Few problems threaten the petroleum businesses more than uncontrolled

costs. Economic realities have made it necessary for most companies to
operate with a lean and mean philosophy. Industries previously
operating under regulatory rules, which allowed them to pass on all costs
to the customer, now face a changed regulatory environment. As the price
of our products fluctuates widely, the most vulnerable companies are
those that are ineffective in understanding and managing their costs.
Historically energy companies have relied on the efficiency of their
operations to drive company profitability. The ability to properly manage
costs is now paramount in a companys success and even their ultimate
survival. As the energy industry goes through its most monumental
changes since the 1970s, the companies that can identify efficiencies and
inefficiencies will be able to react to the challenges of the global market
place, thus generating higher profits. The course will cover costs
management from the basics to the most recent events and trends, using
relevant exercises, timely case studies and role-playing techniques. This
seminar is an introduction to Practical Cost Management techniques
designed to help the participant better understand the underlying
dynamics of cost, which will lead to better decision making concerning
products and services, work flows, capital investments, as well as the daytoday monitoring of the business.
One personal computer is provided, at additional cost, for each two
participants.
CO U RSE CONT E NT
Defining costs, classifications and terminology in an oil and gas sense

Classifying the different costs Determining cost objects, cost
drivers and their behaviors Assigning costs for an E&P company
Analyzing different types of Cost management systems Measuring
activities and their performance Using Activities Based Management
(ABM) to monitor costs and processes Building and using an activity
dictionary Using value added costs versus non value-added costs for
improvement Tying costs to revenues to more effectively measure
profits Distinguishing between cost effectiveness and cost efficiencies
Using 4 dimensional costs Developing productivity measurements
that work Operating Cost Management Using the budgets efficiently
and effectively Using GAP analysis in measuring productivity of costs
Support departments cost allocations Transfer pricing Determining
the break-even cost and volumes Using variance analysis budget for
monitoring performance Measuring and controlling productivity
Optimizing the supply chain Capital Cost Management Capital
investment decision making and the effect on cost management
Developing and analyzing capital investment projects Replace versus
maintain Life Cycle Costing Analytical techniques for managing
costs Managing personnel, logistics, purchasing and material costs
effectively Sensitivity Analysis for optimizing costs Using different
scenarios to more effectively manage costs Performance
Measurement Using capacity management techniques
Incorporating HSSE into the cost management system Defining
preventive and reactive costs Breaking down the audit of performance
management results Raising your own cost management awareness
Managers, supervisors and operating personnel

concerned with costs, profitability, budgets, the
company bottom line and other aspects of economic
analysis of petroleum production on a project,
corporate, and worldwide basis, who have had some
previous experience in this area. Due to similarity in
content, PetroSkills recommends that participants take

this course if they have some previous experience in this
field, as the course content is more advanced than either
Basic Petroleum Economics or Expanded Basic Petroleum
Economics. Take one or the other, but not both courses.
YOU WILL LE ARN HOW T O
Use cash flow techniques in economic evaluations

Evaluate and choose investment opportunities
Use models to weigh risk and uncertainty
Evaluate decision alternatives using predictive techniques
Evaluate how projects effect the corporation
ABOUT T HE COURS E
In the area of corporate and international petroleum

production, do you know how to choose the best investments?
Can you properly evaluate investment opportunities? Do you
know what investment criteria really mean and which criteria
to use for best results? Answers to these questions will greatly
improve your ability to make profitable decisions. Techniques
for predicting profit, production, operating costs, and cash
flow enable the analyst to evaluate decision alternatives for
optimum results. Understanding cost of capital, financial
structure, risk and uncertainty, present worth, rate of return,
and other economic yardsticks enhances the quality and the
value of economic analysis. Discover the effects of projects on
corporate profits. Probe economic factors inherent in
international concessions, contracts, joint ventures, and
production sharing agreements. Practice making cash flow
analysis of these contractual arrangements. Discussion of
real-life examples with participants from many different
countries enhances their value. Each participant receives
Economics of Worldwide Petroleum Production written
specifically for PetroSkills courses.
COURS E CONT E NT
Pricing: natural gas, marker crudes, OPEC, spot and

futures markets, transportation Production rate:
mathematical models Cash flow: revenue, capital and
operating costs, spreadsheet exercises
Economic evaluation: present value concepts,
sensitivity and risk analysis, decision trees, royalty,
sources of capital, incremental economics, sunk costs,
inflation Budgeting: examples and exercises, longrange planning Cash versus write-off decision:
depreciation, depletion, and amortization How to read
an annual report: statements, financial ratios, what is and
is not included, reading between the lines
Worldwide business operations: concessions, licenses,
production sharing contracts, joint ventures, cost of
capital, sources of funding, debt and equity
Performance appraisal: buy/sell assessments
Computer economics software Tips on format and
inclusion of economic factors in computer spreadsheet
analysis Ethics in economic analyses

BOGOTA, COLOMBIA
HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
*plus computer charge
HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.
24-26 FEB 2015

US$2,960*
29 SEP-1 OCT 2015 US$3,430+VAT*
24-28 AUG 2015

US$4,090*
8-12 DEC 2014
US$4,040*
20-24 JUL 2015
US$4,040*
7-11 DEC 2015
US$4,040*
21-25 SEP 2015 US$4,670+VAT*

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.

6-10 JUL 2015

US$4,040
2-6 NOV 2015
US$4,040
24-28 AUG 2015 US$4,670+VAT
8-12 DEC 2014
US$4,090
7-11 DEC 2015
US$4,090
PETROLEUM BUSINESS
Introduction to
Petroleum Business (IPB)
42
Oil and Gas Business
Discovery (OGBD)
NEW
PETROLEUM BUSINESS
FOUNDATION
DE S I G N E D F O R
Staff from all disciplines who want to know more about

the full value chain and to gain a deeper understanding
of the part their role plays in a wider context.
YO U W I L L L E ARN
Through a highly interactive 4 day business simulation,

which offers attendees an experiential learning program
based around a fictional international oil & gas
company
Real-life insights, as well as experience hands on
practice in managing this upstream company
A holistic perspective of the Industry from experienced
oil & gas professionals who will provide coaching and
guidance throughout
AB O U T T H E C OU RSE
This simulation experience enables delegates to assume the

role of senior management who are managing operations
spanning the full value chain from license acquisition to
exploration, appraisal and production, and oil & gas
marketing. The program takes delegates on a simulated,
multi-year journey where small teams collaborate, build
fundamental capabilities and practice real-world decision
making. Participants receive feedback and analysis of their
decisions and strategies and form action plans to apply the
knowledge and skills back on the job.
CO U R S E C O N TEN T
Strategy development in a competitive environment

Formulating business plans and managing performance
to deliver corporate goals over multiple years
New country entry and building a portfolio of assets
Decision making investment criteria, negotiating
transactions and managing risks
Asset trading
Value chain management
Reputation management with governments,
shareholders, communities and others
Joint venture managing complex partner issues
Government relations understanding the regulatory
and fiscal environment in which you operate and
lobbying for change
Petroleum Finance and

Accounting Principles
(PFA)
Petroleum Risk and

Decision Analysis (PRD)
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
DES IGNE D F OR
DE S IGNE D FOR
Personnel new to the oil and gas accounting industry,

others desiring to understand or refresh their
knowledge of basic petroleum accounting concepts,
other financial personnel needing to understand unique
issues as they relate to the petroleum industry and
technical people looking for the basic concepts of
accounting and finance. Participants are encouraged to
bring their companys financial reports. This course may
qualify for up to 34 hours of CPE for US CPAs.
YOU WIL L LE ARN HOW T O
Apply basic concepts and terminology for accounting and
finance in oil and gas
Create accounting statements, including a cash flow statement
from data accumulation to audited financial statements
Distinguish between the different financial statements and their
roles
Distinguish between financial, managerial, and contract (joint
operations) accounting
Recognize the different oil and gas accounting methods
Determine the difference between profits and cash flow
Understand financial reporting requirements for oil and gas
companies under IFRS, U.K. and U.S. GAAP
Apply capitalization rules and depreciation methods
Recognize accounting treatments of joint ventures such as
Production Sharing Agreements
Evaluate a ceiling-test
Read and interpret those confusing footnotes
Read and use the disclosures for oil and gas companies
Recognize how accounting decisions can affect earnings, cash
flows and operational decisions
Calculate, understand and analyze financial reports and basic
oil and gas ratios
ABOUT T HE COURS E
Making the most efficient use of your resources is critical to the
success of any company. Finance and accounting comprise the
universal business language and help you manage those
resources effectively. Planning and decision making that occur in
an informal financial context permit better application of resources
and promote competitive advantage. The aim of this course is to
improve delegates job performance by enhancing their
understanding of current international practices in finance and
accounting within the E&P industry. This is achieved through an
examination of (a) accounting standards, policies and practices in
the oil and gas industry, and (b) the accounting and financial
management implications of exploring for and producing oil and
gas. An understanding of accounting also allows a company to
trace a competitors actions from its financial statements and to
plan accordingly.
COURS E CONT E NT
Getting started: Financial terms and definitions, the language of
business; Accounting rules, standards and policies
Constructing the basic financial statements Classifying assets
and liabilities Comparing different accounting elements
Accounting for joint operations Accounting and reporting
The latest issues: The role of International Financial
Reporting Standards (IFRS) in todays environment, IFRS 6;
COPAS and SORP involvement; intangible drilling costs and their
treatment; minority investments, Present Value 10 construction;
Standardized Measure of Oil and Gas (SMOG) disclosures (FAS
69 and FRS 3)
Comparative Analysis of Financial Statements:
Analyzing the financial statements, common sizing; rate of change;
basic ratios; oil and gas industry standards; trends over time

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.

27-30 OCT 2014

US$3,620
6-9 APR 2015
US$3,620
26-29 OCT 2015
US$3,620
29 JUN-2 JUL 2015 US$4,190+VAT
21-24 SEP 2015 US$4,190+VAT

BALI, INDONESIA
HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
20-24 OCT 2014

US$4,670
10-14 NOV 2014
US$4,040
13-17 JUL 2015
US$4,040
9-13 NOV 2015
US$4,040
28 SEP-2 OCT 2015 US$4,670
14-18 SEP 2015 US$4,670+VAT
Geologists, engineers, geophysicists, managers, team

leaders, economists, and Planners
YOU WILL LE ARN HO W T O
Describe the elements of the decision analysis process and the
respective roles of management and the analysis team
Express and interpret judgments about risks and uncertainties
as probability distributions and popular statistics
Represent discrete risk events in Venn diagrams, probability
trees, and joint probability tables
Solve for expected values with decision trees, payoff tables, and
Monte Carlo simulation (hand calculations)
Craft and solve decision models. Evaluate investment and
design alternatives with decision tree analysis
Develop and solve decision trees for value of information (VOI)
problems
ABOUT T HE COURS E
Good technical and business decisions are based on competent
analysis of project costs, benefits and risks. Participants learn
the decision analysis process and foundation concepts
so they can actively participate in multi-discipline
evaluation teams.
The focus is on designing and solving decision models. Probability
distributions express professional judgments about risks and
uncertainties and are carried through the calculations. Decision tree
and influence diagrams provide clear communications and the
basis for valuing each alternative. The complementary Monte Carlo
simulation technique is experienced in detail in a hand-calculation
exercise.
Project modeling fundamentals and basic probability concepts
provide the foundation for the calculations. The mathematics is
straightforward and mostly involves only common algebra. The
emphasis is on practical techniques for immediate application.
This is a fast-paced course and recommended for those with
strong English listening skills. This course is intended as the
prerequisite for the Advanced Decision Analysis with Portfolio and
Project Modeling course.
COURS E CONT E NT
Decision Tree Analysis: decision models; value of information
(a key problem type emphasized in the course), flexibility and
control; project threats and opportunities
Monte Carlo Simulation: Latin hypercube sampling;
portfolio problems; optimization; advantages and limitations
Decision Criteria and Policy: value measures; multiple
objectives; HSE; capital constraint; risk aversion Modeling the
Decision: influence diagrams; sensitivity analysis; modeling
correlations Basic Probability and Statistics: four
fundamental rules, including Bayes rule; calibration and eliciting
judgments; choosing distribution types; common misconceptions
about probability Expected Value Concept: foundation for
decision policy, features, pitfalls to avoid Implementing
Decision Analysis: problem framing; guidelines for good
analysis practice; team analyses; computer tools (discussion and
demonstrations); mitigating risks Evaluating a multi-pay
prospect (team exercise)

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.

20-24 OCT 2014

US$4,040
1-5 DEC 2014
US$4,040
9-13 FEB 2015
US$4,040
11-15 MAY 2015
US$4,040
10-14 AUG 2015
US$4,040
21-25 SEP 2015
US$4,040
30 NOV-4 DEC 2015 US$4,040
24-28 AUG 2015
US$4,670
13-17 OCT 2014 US$4,670+VAT
20-24 JUL 2015 US$4,670+VAT
12-16 OCT 2015 US$4,670+VAT
43
Fundamentals of
International Oil and
Gas Law (IOG)
Strategic Thinking:
A Tool-Based Approach
(STT)
SPECIALIZED
SPECIALIZED
SPECIALIZED
D ESI GN E D F O R
DESIG N ED FOR
DE S IGNE D FOR
Evaluation engineers, analysts, managers, planners, and

economists. This course is intended for professionals
involved with developing project evaluation, portfolio,
and other forecasting and assessment models. Prior
background in decision analysis is expected. Before
registering, please visit http://petroskillsonline.com to
review a course prerequisites list and to take a short
self-assessment quiz. You may login using participant
(no quotes) as both the user ID and password.
Y OU W I L L L E A R N H O W TO
Frame, build, and evaluate decision models and extract key
insights
Apply the exponential utility function for risk policy
Design investment portfolio optimization models that include
constraints, requirements, and typical interrelationships
between projects
Use decision tree software for value of imperfect information
analysis
Use Monte Carlo simulation software with optimization
Develop quality Excel models for projects and portfolios
A B OU T T H E C O U R S E
Quality forecasts and evaluations depend upon well-designed
project and portfolio models that are based upon clear decision
policy, sound professional judgments, and a good decision
process. In this course participants learn to build good models.
We use the familiar Microsoft Excel spreadsheet as the platform for
project and risk assessment models. Add-in software provides
Monte Carlo and decision tree capabilities. The course emphasis
is on the evaluation concepts and techniques, rather than particular
software programs.
One personal computer is provided, at additional cost, for each
two participants.
C OU R SE C O N T E N T
Decision Modeling: application of DA process for modeling;
influence diagrams; free cash flow concept; judgments and biases;
sampling error bias; sensitivity analysis; documentation and good
modeling practices; real options overview Monte Carlo
Simulation: prospect risking (similar to play analysis);
calculating probabilities and distributions with simulation;
modeling and optimizing investment portfolios; valuing added
control and flexibility; stopping rules; ways to model correlation
Decision Tree Analysis: value of information review; sensitivity
analysis; solving with utility for risk aversion Decision Policy:
overview of finance theory related to PV discount rate and risk
(CAPM and modern portfolio theory); shareholder value model;
portfolio optimization to maximize economic value; efficient
frontiers; multi-criteria decisions; risk policy as a utility function;
calculating expected utility and certainty equivalent; insurance and
hedging; optimizing working interests Implementation:
presentation formats; optimizers curse in portfolio selection;
model-centric enterprise model and balanced scorecard
(dashboard) element focusing on shareholder value creation
forecast

BOGOTA, COLOMBIA
HOUSTON, U.S.

LAS VEGAS, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.

26-30 OCT 2015

US$4,290*
8-12 DEC 2014
US$4,240*
16-20 FEB 2015
US$4,240*
18-22 MAY 2015
US$4,240*
7-11 DEC 2015
US$4,240*
6-10 OCT 2014
US$4,200*
5-9 OCT 2015
US$4,200*
20-24 OCT 2014 US$4,870+VAT*
27-31 JUL 2015 US$4,870+VAT*
19-23 OCT 2015 US$4,870+VAT*
Petroleum managers who deal with international oil

and gas legal matters in the course of their business;
and legal professionals with little formal, specialized
training in oil and gas law, but expect soon to deal with
international oil and gas law matters.
Recognize differences between international legal

systems and transactions
Understand legal fundamentals behind international
transactions
International petroleum transactions occur within a

complex legal environment that limits what petroleum
companies, host governments and service companies can
do, and interprets and enforces many of their promises.
Petroleum professionals often lack the broad
understanding of what makes up this legal environment
and how it can have an impact on their work. This course
is designed to give participants a basic understanding of
the legal fundamentals that make their international
transactions work, ranging from the principles that apply
to interpreting and enforcing their agreements, to the
procedures for resolving their disputes, to addressing
interpretational issues posed by common contract
provisions, and to avoiding liability under environmental
and bribery laws. The course will allow participants to
identify confidently potential legal problems, to address
them before they become serious, and to facilitate the
smooth interaction between oil and gas professionals,
host government representatives, and their lawyers.
CO U RSE CONT E NT
Law governing international petroleum transactions

(including significant differences between various national
legal systems, and the sources, principles and limits of
international law as applied to petroleum transactions)
Interpretation and enforcement of treaties and private
contracts Effects of international trade (and producing
country) agreements such as the E.U., NAFTA, Mercosur,
and OPEC Dispute resolution approaches, including
litigation and arbitration Procedures under and
enforcement of common arbitration provisions Legal
defenses available to foreign companies, states, and stateowned or connected entities, and recognition and
enforcement of judgments and arbitration awards Basic
legal concepts of ownership of mineral rights (onshore,
offshore, and deep sea bed) Expropriation and
compensation issues State-owned entities and
privatization Laws bearing on development rights
Legal interpretational issues of common contract
provisions Interpretational issues for service contracts
Transfer and protection of technology and confidential
business information Operating agreements and
unitized operations Environmental protection laws
Criminal and civil liability for oil spills Indemnification
and guaranty issues Bribery laws Marketing and
transportation Petroleum futures

ABU DHABI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.
25-29 OCT 2015

US$5,290
13-17 APR 2015
US$4,240
17-21 AUG 2015 US$4,870+VAT
17-21 NOV 2014
US$4,290
Geologists, Geophysicist, Engineers, Managers, and

Executives responsible for defining, assessing and
developing business alternatives and strategy in the
petroleum industry
Summarize, present and discuss strategic management

topics and issues
Determine the factors that influence organizations to
change their level of strategic thinking
Identify, understand, analyze and evaluate the strategies
of their own units/divisions and other businesses in
light of current and potential game changers
Describe, apply, draw, and defend conclusions from
strategic analysis tools
ABOUT T HE COURS E
This course is a hands-on, case-based course focused on

managers responsible for building and sustaining a
successful strategic plan. Participants are exposed to a
variety of perspectives on, approaches to, and tools for the
conduct of strategic management. These tools address
strategy from a macro and micro perspective. There is a
major emphasis on historical, current, and potential
game changers, especially on how they are now
transforming the industrys future. Applied projects during
this course provide opportunities for individualized and
team-based learning. Teaching approach follows an
iterative process of interactive discussions, application of
materials, discussion of results, and re-application of
materials to new contexts.
COURS E CONT E NT
Review of the history of Strategic Thinking

Assessment of the petroleum industry from a strategic
perspective as a supplier of energy
Understanding of how the industry responded
strategically to historical events and what are the game
changers that are now framing its future
STEEPLE framework Michael Porters Value Chain
analysis Competitive Advantage: defined theoretically
and quantitatively Cafe Process
SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats)
analysis Scenario analysis and planning
Six Sigma Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Growth
Share matrix Personal application of Strategic Thinking

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
4-6 NOV 2014

3-5 NOV 2015
2-4 JUN 2015
US$3,140
US$3,140
US$3,610+VAT
PETROLEUM BUSINESS
Advanced Decision Analysis

with Portfolio and Project
Modeling (ADA)
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
44
Petroleum Project
Management: Principles
and Practices (PPM)
Project Management in
Upstream Field
Development (FPM2)
Project Management
for Engineering and
Construction (FPM22)
INTERMEDIATE
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
DE SI GN E D F OR
DE SI GN E D F OR
This course addresses the special requirements

associated with developing oil and gas plays where
repetitive projects, such as well flow lines, tank
batteries, booster compressors, short pipelines and
meter stations, are a part of a larger field development
program. It is intended for project managers, project
engineers, facility engineers, operations engineers,
project controls and purchasing personnel who
plan, manage, or participate on multi-discipline field
development project teams. Special emphasis will be
placed on $5 MM to $50 MM projects associated with
unconventional field development projects, such as
shale oil and coal bed methane, as well as projects
associated with conventional plays.
Small project managers, project engineers, facility

engineers, operations engineers, and purchasing
personnel including team leaders and managers who
plan, manage, or participate on multi-discipline project
teams.
Exploration, production and management personnel

interested in applying project management techniques
to their operations
(Facilities engineers are referred to Project
Management for Engineering and Construction)
YO U W I L L L E ARN H O W TO
Properly define a projects scope.

Use project management tools to create a project
schedule to meet goals, deliverables and resource
constraints.
Use practical tools to identify and manage a projects
risks.
Manage a project team.
Organize your project to capture lessons learned.
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Running a successful petroleum operation requires a

blend of technology, business savvy, and people skills. If
you already have a firm grasp of exploration or production
technology, learn to amplify its effectiveness with applied
project management techniques. This course is aimed at
helping technical personnel make the best business
decisions - decisions that lead to lowest project cost
while still meeting all production or exploration goals.
Petroleum Project Management covers the principles and
application of project management to the upstream oil and
gas business. Participants may choose a case study from
a number of real-life exploration, production, facilities,
and general management situations, or they may bring the
details of one of their own current projects. Because of this
experience with practical situations, participants can use
these project management principles their first day back
on the job.
One personal computer is provided, at additional cost, for
each two participants; or participants are invited to bring
their own laptop.
The project management process Scope definition

Scheduling tools Manpower resources Project risk
management Learning, continuous improvement and
quality management in projects Project team
management Case studies and exercises
Define the Engineering, Procurement and Construction phases

and execute them skillfully Develop plans to achieve good
project definition maturity (a.k.a front-end loading) Identify key
constraints and interfaces and develop action plans to address
them Develop Scopes of Work for both production facility and
infrastructure projects Prepare Project Execution Plans Utilize
fit-for-purpose progress measurement and control techniques
Develop sustainable, repeatable knowledge management for
projects
ABOU T T H E C OU RSE
This course addresses field development project management

principles and practices as they relate to engineering design;
procurement; and construction activities for upstream facilities in
the oil and gas industry. The specific training received in schedule
and cost management and the proper use of scarce resources
(people and materials) will help the project manager make the best
decisions possible. Upon completion of this course, the participant
will know what the engineering, procurement and construction
phases entail and be able to fit-for purpose project management
techniques and project control tools to facilitate successful project
outcomes. Participants will understand how the project
management, drilling and completion, HSE, land, production and
transportation disciplines relate to one another and what tools are
available for the project manager to use to ensure interfaces among
key stakeholders are managed. The course is taught using a
combination of instruction, facilitated discussion, and hands-on
exercises using real-world project examples related to facilities
design, procurement, and construction. The exercises will include
both individual and group activities that will provide each
participant with a hands-on application of the principles and
practices discussed throughout the course.
THE C OU RSE DOE S N OT A DDRE SS:
Small facility maintenance or replacement type projects

which are typically less than $5 MM.
Well design, procurement or construction
Field Development Programs The Project Delivery

System Organization and Resources Engineering
Construction Project Execution Plan HSE and Project
Risk Management Procurement and Contracting Cost
Estimating Planning & Scheduling Progress
Measurement
2014 Schedule and Tuition / 5 Days
DUBAI, U.A.E
HOUSTON, U.S.


LONDON, U.K.

DENVER, U.S.
DUBAI, U.A.E.
13-15 JUL 2015

10-12 MAY 2015
HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
MIDLAND, U.S.
ORLANDO, U.S.

8-10 DEC 2014

US$3,150
7-9 DEC 2015
US$3,150
24-26 AUG 2015 US$3,610+VAT
27-29 APR 2015
US$3,120
6-8 OCT 2014
US$3,120
5-7 OCT 2015
US$3,120
3-7 MAY 2015

17-21 NOV 2014
20-24 JUL 2015
9-13 NOV 2015
3-7 NOV 2014
12-16 OCT 2015
22-26 JUN 2015
14-18 SEP 2015
US$5,190*
US$4,140*
US$4,140*
US$4,140*
US$5,460*
US$5,460*
US$4,770+VAT*
US$4,770+VAT*
US$3,120
US$3,820
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Define project phases and execute them skillfully

Develop Scopes of Work and Execution Plans
Utilize control techniques and earned value analysis
Develop checklists to ensure project deliverables for
each phase are addressed
Apply project management skills to your current
projects
Guide projects through technical reviews and secure
management approvals
Develop sustainable, repeatable knowledge
management for projects
This course will provide a comprehensive presentation

and discussion of modern project management principles
and practices as they relate to project concept selection,
development planning, engineering design; procurement;
and construction activities for facilities in the oil and gas
industry. The specific training received in schedule and
cost management, risk management, and the proper use
of scarce resources (people and materials) will help the
project manager make the best decisions possible. Upon
completion of this course, the participant will know what
the six project management phases entail and be able to
employ key project management knowledge areas and
project control tools to facilitate successful project
outcomes. Participants will understand how project
management process groups relate to one another, how
execution plans are used to integrate the work effort, what
tools are available for the project manager to use, what
information will be generated, and what that information
means. The course is taught using a combination of
instruction, facilitated discussion, and hands-on exercises
using real-world project examples related to facilities
design, procurement, and construction. The exercises will
include both individual and group activities that will
provide each participant with a visual application of the
principles and practices discussed throughout the course.
Introduction to project management systems for the oil

& gas industry
Six phases of a project system
Key project management knowledge areas: (Leadership,
Project Types, Contracting, Execution Planning,
HSE Management, Risk Management, Interface
Management, Organization & Staffing)
Project Controls (Work Breakdown Structure, Planning
& Scheduling, Progress Measurement, Cost Estimating,
Earned Value, Change Management, Reviews &
Approvals)

FPM22 was
coded
OM-22
HOUSTON,
U.S. formerly

13-17as
OCT
2014
US$4,150

LONDON, U.K.
ORLANDO, U.S.
2-6 MAR 2015

US$4,150
3-7 AUG 2015
US$4,150
19-23 OCT 2015
US$4,150
13-17 APR 2015
US$5,460
22-26 JUN 2015 US$4,780+VAT
18-22 MAY 2015
US$4,110
45
Project Management for
Brownfield Projects
(FPM42)
Risk Management for

Upstream Capital
Projects (PMRM)
FOUNDATION
INTERMEDIATE
D E S I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
DE SI GN E D F OR
This course is designed for project managers, project

engineers, operations staff, and all disciplines that
work on integrated project teams for Brownfield or
onshore and offshore projects that are installed in
existing facilities. Case studies include modification to
offshore structures as well as onshore projects.
This course is designed for project managers, project

engineers, and all disciplines that work on integrated
project teams for upstream onshore and offshore
developments. Case studies include deep-water
projects with complex production components as well
as unconventional shale projects that require significant
infrastructure investment.
Project Managers, Asset Managers, Project Control

Managers and Project Engineers that are involved in the
engineering, procurement and construction of surface
facilities and pipelines for large onshore, offshore
projects.
NEW
Advanced Project
Management (FPM62)
SPECIALIZED
YOU WI LL LE ARN
To apply risk management to a capital project

throughout the entire life cycle
How to write a risk management plan and gain
alignment with key stakeholders
How to engage management and project team members
in the risk management process
How to systematically identify risks for your project
Determine those risks that are owned by the project
team and those owned by management
Use risk assessment to analyze and prioritize risks for
treatment
Develop robust risk mitigation plans
How to control and monitor risk
Incorporate risk planning into project cost and schedule
The role of probabilistic cost and schedule in risk
management
Assess project governance structures for both domestic

and international projects and create a plan to facilitate
decision making
Develop a project work breakdown, assess key market
drivers and compose a contract strategy plan that
minimizes project risk and effectively utilizes resources
Identify and evaluate risks associated with technology
selection and engineering development and prepare an
engineering management plan
Identify internal and external stakeholders and create a
strategy to address their needs
Establish a program to identify and manage project
interfaces
Evaluate the effects of major project risks and mitigate
their impact on cost, schedule and operability
Create a decision support package and successfully
navigate the reviews and approvals process associated
with funding gates
ABOUT THE CO U RSE
This five-day intermediate level course for project

managers, project engineers, and integrated project team
discipline members addresses the key areas associated
with capital project risk management. The course focuses
on managing risk throughout the entire project life cycle.
This course is very much hands-on with class exercise
case studies that focus on participant development of risk
management deliverables. The class also addresses the
methods that project team leaders can utilize to ensure
that project team members and management buy in and
are part of the risk management process.
This five-day specialized level course is for Project

Managers, Asset Managers, Project Control Managers
and Project Engineers seeking an in-depth understanding
of key topics associated with large domestic and
international projects. This course provides advanced
knowledge in contract strategy, project governance,
engineering and technology management, stakeholder
management, joint venture and non-operated projects,
interface management, risk management, reviews and
approvals and management information systems.
COURSE CONTE N T
Key aspects of a stage-gate process

Influence of markets and regional practices on contract
strategy development
Governance structure influence on decision making
Technology selection and engineering management in a
limited resource environment
Stakeholder identification and influence planning for
large, complex projects
How to influence the outcome of joint venture and
non-operated projects
Critical factors in successful interface management
Risk identification and mitigation methodologies
essential to preserve project value
Managing expectations associated with peer reviews,
technical assists and gate approvals
This course is designed to teach the skills necessary to effectively

plan and manage Brownfield projects or those in existing facilities.
This includes due diligence of existing infrastructure, framing the
project, concept selection techniques, managing stakeholders, and
integration with Operations led projects. The course focuses on the
unique challenges of Brownfield projects and how project leaders
can effectively work in this Operations centric project environment.
Exercises, the case study and discussions make the sessions
challenging and insightful.
Use a Brownfield project stage gate process to initiate,

plan, execute and close out a project
Use decision making and issue management to keep a
project on track
Communications plan development to facilitate
stakeholder management
The role of quality management in engineering,
procurement, and contractor management
The prominent role of Health, Safety, and Environment
discipline in project execution
Manage issues associated with construction readiness
and construction management
Handover, startup, and closeout best practices for
Brownfield projects
Key Value Improving Practices (VIPs) for Brownfield
projects
Cost and schedule management principles and
performance reporting techniques
Contract types, contractor selection, and contractor
management
Roles and qualities of successful project managers
Effective risk management
Risk management planning

Roles/responsibilities, governance, and risk ownership
Identify, analyze, and respond to risk events
Types of risks: threats vs. opportunities
Risk analysis and prioritization
Risk mitigation and contingency planning
Monitor and control risk
Risk reporting and communication
High level overview of probabilistic cost and schedule
Peer reviews

DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.

ORLANDO, U.S.
30 AUG-3 SEP 2015

US$5,190
10-14 AUG 2015
US$4,150
20-24 APR 2015
US$5,460
1-5 DEC 2014
US$4,780+VAT
30 NOV-4 DEC 2015 US$4,780+VAT
21-25 SEP 2015
US$4,110

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
ORLANDO, U.S.
10-14 NOV 2014

US$4,140
4-8 MAY 2015
US$4,140
9-13 NOV 2015
US$4,140
7-11 DEC 2015 US$4,770+VAT
28 SEP-2 OCT 2015 US$4,100
HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
ORLANDO, U.S.

18-22 MAY 2015

US$4,150
14-18 SEP 2015
US$4,150
8-12 JUN 2015
US$5,460
15-19 JUN 2015 US$4,780+VAT
27-31 OCT 2014
US$4,110
26-30 OCT 2015
US$4,110
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Methods to effectively plan and deliver a Brownfield project

About brownfield project challenges and how to effectively
manage them
The unique stage gate elements of a Brownfield project,
how to apply them, and why failure to address these items
typically leads to poor outcomes
Methods for conducting facility due diligence and why this
is critical to project success
How to establish a project oversight board to ensure
alignment among all stakeholders
Skills to develop, gain stakeholder alignment, and control a
Brownfield scope of work
How to utilize a Work Breakdown Structure to manage all
facets of the projects
Methods to identify and plan for the unique constructability
issues associated with a Brownfield project
Techniques to develop a contract strategy for a Brownfield
project
46
Advanced Project
Management II (FPM63)
SPECIALIZED
NEW
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
DES IG NED FO R
This course is designed for experienced project

managers, project engineers, project controls managers
and construction managers who are working on large
international projects or about to start new assignments
on international projects. Practical case studies will
cover the entire spectrum of a large international
project and will include offshore and onshore capital
investment.
YO U WILL LEA R N
Why international projects fail and the early warning signs

to look for
The principles of project management that ensure project
success
How to build a strong and effective Project Management
Team (PMT)
How to identify and manage project stakeholders
How to conduct business and yourself in the international
arena
How to select an effective contracting strategy and the
appropriate negotiation style
The practical approach for Global Engineering,
Procurement, Logistics, Fabrication, Construction and
Commissioning
How to conduct Project Risk Management throughout the
entire project lifecycle
How to apply effective leadership and strategy on your
international project
ABO UT T HE CO URSE
This five-day advanced level course for experienced project

management professionals addresses the fundamental
principles and techniques of project management and how to
apply them on large international projects. This course will
cover all the project phases with hands-on content directly
supported by practical case studies.
C O URS E CO NT ENT
Why Projects Fail

Project Management Principles (PMT, scope, cost,
schedule, safety and quality)
Stakeholders Management on International Projects
Host Country Business & Culture
Contracting Strategies & Negotiations
Global Engineering from Concept through Detailed
Design
Procurement & Logistics
Fabrication, Construction & Commissioning
International Project Risk Management
Leadership & Strategy

DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
7-11 JUN 2015

US$5,190
16-20 FEB 2015
US$4,150
31 AUG-4 SEP 2015 US$4,150
16-20 NOV 2015 US$4,780+VAT
IC3 Ad 2_3PG.indd 1
8/5/2014 12:11:42 AM
47
Effective Materials
Management (SC-42)
Inside Procurement in Oil

& Gas (SC-61)
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
INTERMEDIATE
D E S I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Individuals involved in any aspect of sourcing,

tendering, selecting, forming and executing contracts
with suppliers of goods and services to the oil and
gas industry. This includes supply chain roles such
as contracting and procurement specialists, sourcing
specialists, category managers, and logistics managers.
The course is also intended for technical roles
assigned to project work such as facilities engineers,
drilling engineers, project engineers and coordinators,
commissioning engineers, contracts engineers,
planning engineers, asset managers, and legal trainees.
Professional and management personnel who have

responsibility for, materials, spare parts and supplies
needed to support any refinery, gas plant, onshore/
offshore production or other industry operations.
Buyers, procurement specialists, stock analysts,
and logistics, warehouse, distribution or operations
supervisors will benefit from this course by learning the
techniques and principles for providing better service
to their operations, reducing stock outs and surplus
materials and maximizing the return on investment for
inventory.
YOU W I LL LE ARN
Supply chain professionals with 2-7 years experience

either inside or outside the oil and gas industry. The
course is for anyone who needs a better understanding
of procurement value creation in the oil & gas industry
and includes buyers, procurement specialists, logistics
specialists, business analysts, team leaders, project
managers, commodity managers, materials managers,
and new sourcing specialists or category managers.
This course has been designed in collaboration
with major oil companies to increase procurement
competencies that are most relevant to the industry
today.
How to better manage project and legal risks in the

contracting process.
Key similarities and differences of the legal systems in
global contracting.
The key steps to avoid or successfully manage disputes and
contract performance issues.
How to initiate the tendering process and what is required in
a tender package.
How progress payments, currency terms and transportation
terms can manage cost risks.
How to identify the appropriate contracting strategy
associated with fixed price and cost reimbursement
contracts to minimize financial risks and contract costs
The variety of pricing models used in supplier proposals
and what strategies may be used to achieve fair market
pricing outcomes.
The difference between cost and price analysis and how to
use each technique to evaluate a proposal
How to more effectively use appropriate terms and
conditions and some of the most common mistakes made
today.
Contracts and Tenders Fundamentals will provide attendees with a

more strategic approach to contracting, along with numerous tools
to use throughout the contracting process. When you leave this
course, you will improve job performance through: 1) better
alignment of contract process steps with supply needs; 2) better
contracts; 3) fewer disputes and claims; and 4) better contract
outcomes. Contracting involves many roles that must work
together to achieve desired outcomes. Everyone involved in some
element of contracting must understand the entire process, keys to
success and what is required of their role. Materials and exercises
are built around oil and gas industry issues to be more relevant to
the needs of attendees.
Overview of the contracting process Key issues in

forming a contract in the oil and gas industry Establishing
risk management priorities throughout the contracting process
The legal environment and best use of legal counsel in
contracting Avoiding and managing contract disputes in a
challenging industry The tendering process and key
documents in the tender package Buyer and seller pricing
objectives to consider when tendering Tools used in
tendering to address financial key risks Types of contracts
and examples of industry applications Making better use of
economic price adjustment clauses in place of lump sum
agreements Bid evaluation and award considerations
including price/cost analysis Key contract terms and
conditions for oil and gas Industry Using a formal contract
change control process

HOUSTON, U.S.

ORLANDO, U.S.

4-6 NOV 2014

14-16 APR 2015
3-5 NOV 2015
14-16 OCT 2014
13-15 OCT 2015
US$2,730
US$2,730
US$2,730
US$2,700
US$2,700
How to provide better customer service for long lead or critical

materials and spare parts essential to the success of any well
field operation, offshore platform, refinery, gas plant or chemical
processing facility
How to establish the best methods of inventory analysis and
create performance measures for min/max and order point
systems
The most useful inventory classifications, stocking levels and
safety stock calculations
How the decision to stock can be made more effectively to avoid
surplus materials
How to use supplier stocking programs, consigned inventory
and integrated supply agreements.
How inventory systems use forecasting techniques and what can
be done to improve them
How to improve warehousing efficiency, layout and space
utilization for better inventory management
How to establish improvement goals for fewer stock outs, higher
inventory turnover and reduced obsolescence
How to improve inventory record accuracy and physical control
of materials to lower inventory levels and increase space
utilization
Best practices used to manage surplus or inactive assets and
increase investment recovery dollars.
ABOUT THE COU RSE
This 3-day course covers practical considerations essential to

achieve major improvements in planning, buying, storing and
disposing of the vast array of materials and spare parts needed
in the oil and gas industry. Evolving best practices by major
oil and gas companies are explored as three inter-related
modules for inventory management, warehousing and
investment recovery.
COURSE CONT E N T
Setting comprehensive inventory goals & objectives

Understanding carrying costs and economic order quantity
theory
Improving Material identification and coding
Segmenting inventory for analysis
Using formal procedures for making the decision to stock
Determining safety stock levels and order points
Improving Min/max systems and settings
Understanding and using material forecasts
Establishing a warehouse scorecard
Creating best practices in the physical control
of materials
Measuring record accuracy and improving cycle
counting systems
Increasing the use of warehouse technologies
Improving warehouse safety and security
Setting up an investment recovery program
Preventing and reducing surplus materials
Understanding Investment recovery techniques
Using the disposition value chain for investment recovery
YOU WI L L L E A RN
How the industry is structured including host country and

strategic relationships
Business drivers and interface issues to be supported by
procurement in an environment of increasing joint operations
and shifting relationship models around the globe.
The role of industry economics in dictating procurement good
practices in cost management.
Industry global compliance needs and how procurement can
add value in meeting them.
How the industry is modeled in the E&P (upstream), midstream
and downstream value chains.
The E&P Asset Management Cycle and Total Cost of Ownership
(TCO) concepts as it relates to the oil and gas industry.
Characteristics of supply markets to oil and gas and the
emphasis on market intelligence practices and managing
supply risks.
What constitutes effective procurement/supply chain metrics for
performance improvement
Procurement challenges unique to the industry including
global sourcing, local content requirements, and the growth of
eCommerce.
This course will expand the industry understanding of supply

chain professionals and increase their value-added in a
global, fast changing environment. Participants will learn what
each industry segment requires from procurement and be
given insights to maximize value delivery and increase their
contribution to any business unit of the organization. Course
registration includes an online, interactive forum with the
instructor and pre-read materials designed to familiarize
course attendees with relevant issues prior to the learning that
will occur in the classroom. Attendees will leave better
prepared to create and support procurement strategies that
meet stakeholder needs whether for projects or operations
support.
Industry overview for procurement including host country

and strategic relationships Key business drivers and
interface issues between projects (CAPEX) and operations
(OPEX). Procurements role in Oil and gas value chain
management upstream, midstream and downstream The
E&P asset management cycle and total cost of ownership
(TCO) Economics of oil and gas that drive procurement
value creation Industry regulatory and contractor safety
compliance issues that impact procurement Industry market
intelligence practices in procurement Industry spend
analysis characteristics and needed strategies Creating
industry category management (sector) strategies Key
procurement and supplier performance metrics Trends in
global sourcing and local content requirements Oil and gas
law and global contracting risks The influence of
eCommerce and eProcurement initiatives in oil and gas

DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.

3-5 AUG 2015

19-21 MAY 2015
29 SEP-1 OCT 2015
US$3,400
US$2,730
US$2,730

HOUSTON, U.S.
25-27 AUG 2015
US$2,730
PROCUREMENT/SUPPLY CHAIN
Contracts and Tenders

Fundamentals (SC-41)
PROCUREMENT/SUPPLY CHAIN
48
Strategic Procurement &
Supply Mgmt in the O&G
Industry (SC-62)
Supplier Relationship
Mgmt (SC-63)
Cost/Price Analysis and

Total Cost Concepts in
Supply Mgmt (SC-64)
INTERMEDIATE
INTERMEDIATE
INTERMEDIATE
D ES IG NED FO R
DE SI GN E D F OR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Managers and professionals in supply management,

procurement, purchasing, contracts, and capital
projects that are interested in expanding supply
management best practices to their E&P projects and
supply sources for equipment, goods, and services in
the oil and gas industry.
Managers and professionals involved in purchasing,

E&P projects, service contracts, and any supply
management role, that exposes them to dealings with
suppliers for goods, equipment, and services in the oil
and gas industry and who want to improve the supplier
relationship for the benefit of both enterprises.
Y O U WILL LEA R N
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Managers and professionals in purchasing,

procurement, and contracts and those involved
in operations, engineering, maintenance, quality,
projects, and other company activities that expose
them to suppliers and buying activities for production,
maintenance, equipment, MRO, services, and other
outside purchased requirements.
4 Stages to World Class Supply Management

Many increased skill sets in supply management
3 categories for organizing the Spend Profile
Greater abilities in leading continuous improvement
programs
Ways in dealing with economic uncertainties
10 questions for internal surveys to enhance purchasing
performance
How to develop a Purchasing Coding System
6 steps in the development of a Composite Purchase
Price Index
How to get more time to work on strategic issues
12 critical steps in negotiation planning and strategies
To understand the elements of cost that make up a
suppliers price
30 categories that should be included in a Purchased
Materials/Services Strategic Plan Outline
6 elements in the Supplier Relationship Management

Maturity Model
The importance of SRM in continuous improvement
7 critical steps in developing trust with suppliers
Supplier Segmentation Models
8 step Strategic Alliance Development
The difference between SRM and collaboration
Best practices in managing supplier relations
4 key elements in improving the supplier relationship
Best practices in supplier qualification, measurement
and recognition
The importance of reengineering in SRM
Supplier risk management process
The development and implementation of carefully crafted

strategies for the procurement of all goods, equipment,
materials, and services has become a critical issue for all
those in the oil and gas industry wishing to reduce
operating cost while improving quality and productivity.
This program explores key concepts forming the basis of
strategic supply management and moves todays supply
management organization from its typical tactical focus to
the strategic focus needed to successfully implement the
processes and methods needed to reach world-class
performance.
CO UR S E CO NT ENT
Stages to world class supply management Change

and becoming more strategic Supply management skill
sets Defining supply management Examples of job
descriptions for supply management Developing the
spend profile Creating time to be strategic The ABC
(Pareto) analysis and what to do with it Material/
services purchasing code development Elements of cost
that make up the price Developing Should Cost
Producer price indexes Requesting suppliers cost and
pricing data Dealing with economic uncertainties when, where, and how to use Economic Price Adjustment
clauses Internal surveys to improve purchasing
performance Total cost of ownership concepts Cost
containment methods Cost reductions and cost
avoidancecan and should we have both Savings
reporting procedure Developing purchased materials/
services strategic plans Developing the purchase price
index for your organization Negotiation skill sets
Steps in negotiation preparation Positional negotiations,
what does win/win really mean Final points before the
negotiation

DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.

16-18 NOV 2015

13-15 OCT 2014
12-14 OCT 2015
US$3,400
US$2,730
US$2,730
ABOU T T H E C OU RSE
Continuous improvement in all aspects of the supply

chain is necessary to remain competitive in today's global
economy. The traditional adversarial relationship and
transactional focus of buyers and suppliers cannot meet
this demand for continuous improvement in lead-time,
quality, and overall supplier performance. As a result,
significant changes are occurring in the philosophies and
approaches that define the relationship between
purchasers and sellers in world-class organizations.
Simply put, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
and collaboration provide an organizational focus on
communicating with suppliers on the many steps of the
Supply Management process. This focus reduces the
lead-time and total cost of acquisition, transportation,
administration, and possession of goods and services for
the benefit of both the buyer and seller and as a result
provides a competitive advantage and improved profits.
The organizational challenge Defining the supply

management mission and vision Critical supply
strategies Defining Supplier Relationship Management
(SRM) The SRM Maturity Model Major components
of SRM Defining levels of the organizations SRM
Maturity The critical ABC analysis Commodity and
service coding Segmentation of the supplier base
Defining the alliance The alliance process Success
factors and barriers to alliances Focusing on high value
activities Reengineering is a must Detailed mapping
of processes Be on the Look Out List Transforming
the supplier relationship Developing the skills required
for good relationships Defining the organizations
mission in building supplier relationship
Communication, trust, and credibility as key elements
Best practices for managing supplier relations A survey
for letting the supplier rate you Maintaining good
supplier performance Who and What to Measure
Monitoring supplier performance Developing and
maintaining a supplier performance index Supplier
recognition Suppliers expectations What exactly is
Supply Risk Trends leading to greater risk Typical
risk management process
HOUSTON, U.S.

16-17 OCT 2014

15-16 OCT 2015
US$2,090
US$2,090
YOU WI L L L E A RN
The importance of price/cost analysis in continuous

improvement programs
Types of continuous improvement programs
The difference between price and cost analysis
Criteria for selecting the analysis type
Methods of price analysis
Knowledge of supplier strategic alliances
Analytical tools for cost drivers
Methods of cost analysis
Development of "Should Cost"
Types of TCO models
Managing and reducing cost continues to be one of the

primary focal points of business and governments today. In
many organizations, more than half of the total revenue is
spent on goods and serviceseverything from raw material
to overnight mail. Maintaining a competitive position and
even survival will depend on the organizations ability to use
all of the continuous improvement strategies which have been
developed to reduce cost across the entire supply chain for the
life of the product or service. Fundamental to developing and
implementing these strategies is knowledge of Cost/Price
Analysis, Value Analysis and Total Cost of Ownership
concepts. This course provides the concepts of Cost/Price/
Value Analysis and Total Cost of Ownership that are essential
skill sets in developing and implementing the strategies
required to achieve the high levels of cost reductions possible
from the supply chain.
Use of Price Indexes Negotiation Terms & Conditions

Cost/Price Analysis Resisting price Increases Supplier
qualification Currency and progress payments Total Cost
of Ownership Tenders Purchasing savings impact on the
bottom line Developing the Spend Profile How to perform
the ABC analysis Examples of using pivot tables in Excel for
data mining Continuous improvement skill sets Supplier
pricing models Difference between cost and price analysis
Selection tool Methods of price analysis Historical
analysis Developing company Purchase Price Index
Methods of cost analysis Major elements of cost
Determining cost drivers Requesting supplier cost info
Sources of cost information What and how important are
supplier overheads Developing Should Costs How
much profit should the supplier make Reviewing the
weighed guidelines Economic price adjustment clauses
Industry analysis Global industrial labor rates Working
with currency exchange rates Total Costs Of Ownership
models Cost Volume Profit Analysis Defining value
analysis? The Test For Value List The Supplier Value
Check List What is Activity Based Costing Defining
strategic alliances Characteristics of successful alliances
Strategic supplier continuous improvement focus Early
supplier involvement Reducing waste in the supply chain

HOUSTON, U.S.

20-24 OCT 2014

19-23 OCT 2015
US$4,150
US$4,150
49
Petroleum Professional
Development Course Progression
Essential Leadership
Skills for Technical
Professionals (OM23)
BASIC
DE SI GN E D F OR
Development courses in this section are structured within each topic, from Basic to
Specialized. For more details on Track One for Managers and Leaders, and Track Two
for Technical Professionals, see page 50.
The following instructors have been selected and approved by the PetroSkills
Curriculum Network to teach one or more of the following Petroleum Professional
Development courses:
James Haner
Perry Lovelace
Mike Noel-Smith
Ronnie Norvell
Dr. David Pelton

Stanford A. Siemens
Petroleum Professional Development
SPECIALIZED
COMMUNICATION
TEAM BUILDING
MANAGEMENT
Essential Skills for Resolving Conflict Among Coworkers

Supervisors, Team Leads, Managers and others

interested in becoming a better leader and contributing
team member will greatly benefit from this one week
experience. Many may want to take this seminar/
workshop more than once for continuous improvement.
YOU WI L L L E A RN
More effective leadership by overcoming the tyranny

of the urgent with better time management and by
becoming the leader you want to work for
Better decision making by assessing when to make what
kind of decisions and developing more options from
which to choose
How to help others develop themselves by creating
better individual development plans and unleashing
their career motivation
More effective communication with technical and nontechnical teams by learning to respond rather than react
and developing the patience to let the team do its work
Conflict recognition and resolution by early detection of
conflicts when theyre simpler and have less impact, and
developing skillful techniques for win-win outcomes
How to lead an empowered team of technical
professionals by knowing how to guide the team
rather than force the team and through more effective
delegation
Personal stress level reduction by recognizing how
your stress affects others and your decisions, and doing
something about it
Assessment techniques for yourself and others through
learning the differences between skill and competency
Raising the competency levels of yourself and your
team
How to get buy-in for your ideas and vision
Leadership by example
INTERMEDIATE
FOUNDATION

Meeting Management and
Facilitation for the Petroleum Industry
Team Building for Intact Teams
Presentation Skills for the

Petroleum Industry
Team Leadership
In the oil and gas industry, skillful and competent

leadership is extremely important for safety, productivity
and asset management. The 21st century brings new
emphasis on leaders, new communication technologies,
increased focus on safety, information overload, workforce
dynamics, asset integrity and many other concerns which
challenge even the most proficient leader/manager. How
do we blend these new challenges with tried and true
wisdom of success? There are skills to learn that will help
you be more effective, with less stress. In this seminar/
workshop you will explore your internal drivers and learn
how to combine them with new skills for greater
effectiveness. This seminar/workshop will include selfassessment, discussion, lecture, readings, role-playing,
games, video examples and creation of participant action
plans. This course will help you unleash natural
motivation in your team. Your stress level can be lowered
by working more efficiently and effectively by tapping the
emotional intelligence of your team and co-workers.
Negotiating Skills for

Petroleum Industry
Essential Leadership Skills for

Technical Professionals
BASIC
Exploration and Production Process Basics: Understanding the Petroleum Value Cycle (2 weeks)
The nature of groups Leadership vs. Management

Self-centering and tangential leadership Listening
Motivation Group dynamics Conflict management
Team building Critical thinking and taking action

HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.
ORLANDO, U.S.

9-13 MAR 2015

US$3,860
22-26 JUN 2015 US$4,450+VAT
8-12 DEC 2014
US$3,820
7-11 DEC 2015
US$3,820
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Course Progression Matrix below shows how the Petroleum Professional
50
Build Your
Leadership Skills
Two NEW Tracks for
Petroleum Professionals
interested in building
your leadership skills
Essential Technical
Writing
Skills:Your
A ReaderBuild
Centered Approach (ETWS)
Negotiation Skills for the

Petroleum Industry (NSPI)
BASIC
BASIC
Leadership Skills
Two NEW Tracks for

DES IGNE D F OR
DE S IGNE D FOR
Professionals
This course isPetroleum
suitable for all engineers,
managers,
Petroleum industry personnel who are responsible for
IT/computer interested
support staff, team leaders,
supervisors
negotiating the best possible terms of an agreement
in building
and individuals responsible for writing letters, memos,
in public and private sectors and those negotiating
yourtestleadership
reports, procedures,
results, and proposalsskills
that are
resources and deliverables in projects and programs.
clear, concise, and professional.
Build Your Skills in:

Leadership
Technical Writing
Negotiation
Resolving Conflict
Team Building
Managing Change
Presentation
Meeting Facilitation
PPD AD
Track One:
For Managers and Leaders
Targeted to those that lead, supervise,
provide direction or manage the work of others
Managing and Leading Others - MLO
Team Leadership - TLS
Presentation Skills for the Petroleum
Industry - PSPI
Making Change Happen: People
and Process - MCPP
Meeting Management and Facilitation
for the Petroleum Industry - MMF
Basic Conflict Management Skills for
Managers and Leaders - RCP3
Focus on the reader as the receiver of the information

Build
Your
Develop quality
writing
that will:Skills in:
- Improve business relationships and communication
Leadership
- Enable you to write better and faster
- Make yourwriting
more credible
Technical
Writing
- Make you more confident in your writing
Negotiation
Resolving
Writing for work-related
purposesConflict
ought to be brief, clear,
informative and
all, readable.
In this practical
above
Team
Building
hands-on course, you gain a solid foundation in technical
Change
writing skills.
TheManaging
primary theme for
the course is that a
writer must think constantly about their readers.
Presentation
Examples and exercises provide hands-on experience.
You may choose
to bring a sample
of your writing for one Meeting
Facilitation
ABOUT T HE COURS E
on-one feedback.
PPD AD
COURS E CONT E NT
TRACK ONE:

Industry - PSPI
Making Change Happen: People
and Process - MCPP
Meeting Management and Facilitation
for the Petroleum Industry - MMF
Basic Conflict Management Skills for
Managers and Leaders - RCP3
TRACK TWO:
For Technical Professionals
Targeted to technical professionals
Targeted to technical professionals
See petroskills.com/ppd for

locations and dates for each track
Follow a step-by-step method to the structure,

techniques, and approaches available to positively
influence an effective negotiation
Adapt negotiation at each stage of the negotiation
Leverage the power of Best Alternative To a Negotiated
Agreement (BATNA), Worst Alternative To a Negotiated
Agreement (WATNA), Zone of Possible Agreement
(ZOPA), and Walk Away Price (WAP)
Modify your communication style to achieve desired
results
Respond to tough negotiators
Select a strategy for your negotiation
Use the Agree, Bargain, Control or Delay (ABCD)
method
Practice your negotiation skills in real world practice
sessions
Apply what youve learned to plan a negotiation back on
the job using the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities,
and Threats (SWOT) model
Develop essential technical writing skills to convey a

convincing message
Compose clear messages
using a
For Managers
and Leaders
ABOUT T HE COURS E
structured writing approach Adapt your writing style to
course helps you to develop strong interpersonal
Targeted
toatthose
that
supervise,This
your audiences
needs Edit
the word
levellead,
to improve
skills in the art and science of negotiation. You will learn
persuasiveness
and impact
Writeorprecise
andthe
concise
provide
direction
manage
workofothersto apply these skills to complex organizational issues and
memos, letters, summaries, and reports How to best
individual needs. The course includes a Negotiating Style
Managing and
Leading
Others
- MLO
display visualinformation
Create
informative
content
Profile self-assessment to determine your preferred
using lists, bullets,
andLeadership
short paragraphs
as the primary
Team
- TLS
negotiation style(s). Various tools and techniques are
writing mode
used to negotiate differences and disagreements to
Track Two:
For Technical Professionals
Technical Professionals - OM23
Essential Technical Writing Skills - ETWS
Negotiating Skills for the Petroleum
Industry - NSPI
Essential Skills for Resolving Workplace
Conflict Among Coworkers - RCP2
Team Building for Intact Teams - TB
Industry - PSPI
produce positive results. A group workshop conducting a

collaborative negotiation, allows attendees to engage in,
comment on, and improve their competencies in
negotiation skills.
COURS E CONT E NT
Learn a step-by-step method to the structure, techniques,

and approaches available to positively influence an
effective negotiation Know what behavior to adapt at
each stage of the negotiation Leverage the power of Best
Alternative To a Negotiated Agreement (BATNA), Worst
Alternative To a Negotiated Agreement (WATNA), and
Walk Away Price (WAP) Adjust your communication
style to achieve desired results Deal with tough
negotiators Craft a strategy for your negotiation Use
the Agree, Bargain, Control or Delay (ABCD) method
Practice your negotiation skills in real world activities
Apply what youve learned to plan a negotiation back on
the job

Technical Professionals - OM23
Essential Technical Writing Skills - ETWS
Negotiating Skills for the Petroleum
Industry - NSPI
Essential Skills for Resolving Workplace
Conflict Among Coworkers - RCP2
for2014
Intact Teams
- TB HOUSTON, U.S.
DUBAI, U.A.E. Team Building
13-15 OCT
US$3,760
9-11 FEB 2015
US$2,960

11-15Skills
OCT 2015
US$4,990

17-19 AUG 2015
US$2,960
Presentation
for the Petroleum
HOUSTON, U.S.
16-18 FEB 2015
US$2,960
14-16 DEC 2015
US$3,430
Industry - 18-20
PSPIMAY 2015

US$2,960
LONDON, U.K.
15-17 DEC 2014 US$3,430+VAT

LONDON, U.K.

ORLANDO, U.S.
24-26 AUG 2015

US$2,960
1-3 JUN 2015
US$3,430+VAT
16-18 NOV 2015 US$3,430+VAT
19-21 OCT 2015
US$2,930

ORLANDO, U.S.

9-11 NOV 2015 US$3,430+VAT

13-15 OCT 2014
US$2,930
13-15 APR 2015
US$2,930
12-14 OCT 2015
US$2,930
51
Presentation Skills for
Petroleum Industry (PSPI)
Making Change Happen:

People and Process
(MCPP)
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
Characterize high performance teams Ensure that your team has clarity of
goal and worthiness Jointly develop a team charter Gain commitment of
all members Build team collaboration and trust Establish and follow
group operational norms Work through the stages of team development
Define team roles and relationships Understand system influences
Promote conditions for effective team building Conduct individual and team
assessments Improve team communications Improve group dynamics
Problem solve in teams Develop a team plan to improve team effectiveness
Lead when necessary Monitor team progress
DESIG N ED F OR
DE S IGNE D FOR
This workshop is most effective when attended by an entire team. Team
members will develop and refine the skills essential for high performance
teams. Emphasis is placed on learning more effective ways to enhance total
team functionality and maximum team productivity. Individual communication
styles will be assessed and examined to identify the most appropriate uses of
team strengths. This will be an active experience. In addition to receiving
individual assessment information, participants will be exposed to team
concepts, theories and skill development through the use a variety of learning
techniques. This course has been constructed to maximize opportunity for intact teams to strengthen team performance and team productivity.
C OUR SE CO NT ENT
Purpose of teams Characteristics of a high performance team Gaining
clarity of goal and worthiness Developing a team charter Gaining
commitment Team collaboration and trust Establishing group operational
norms Working through the stages of team development Effective team
roles and relationships Dealing with system influences Conditions for
effective team building Individual and team assessments Team
communications Group dynamics Problem solving in teams
Developing personal plans to improve team effectiveness Taking the Lead
Effective team meetings Monitoring team progress

DENVER, U.S.
HOUSTON, U.S.

31 AUG-1 SEP 2015

11-12 MAY 2015
12-13 OCT 2015
9-10 NOV 2015
US$2,380
US$2,400
US$2,400
US$2,780
Team Leadership (TLS)

FOUNDATION
Characterize high performance teams Gain clarity of goal and worthiness
Develop a team charter Gain commitment Build team collaboration and
trust Establish operational norms Recognize stages of team development
Define team roles and relationship Understand system influences Promote
conditions for effective team building Conduct individual and team
assessments Improve team communications Improve group dynamics
Develop personal plans to improve team effectiveness Foster team leadership
Monitor team progress
This program will develop and refine the skills essential for leading a high
performance team. Emphasis is placed on the leaders role in effectively
enhancing total team functionality and maximum team productivity. Individual
communication styles will be assessed and examined to identify the most
appropriate communication style to use with your team. This will be an active
experience. In addition to receiving individual assessment information,
participants will be exposed to team concepts, theories and skill development
through the use of lectures, videos, readings, role plays, case studies and
discussions. This course has been constructed to maximize opportunity to
improve both knowledge and practical skills in leading a team and being a team
player. (This is a great course to attend immediately following PetroSkills
course titled: Leading and Managing Others). In addition to this program
designed specifically for Team Leaders, PetroSkills has a two-day course
titled: Team Building for In-tact teams. More specific information about this
course can be found on our Website.
Industry personnel who wish to acquire the skills and

techniques needed to design and deliver technical
material clearly, confidently, and convincingly either
face-to face or online.
YO U WILL L E ARN HOW T O
Design and deliver a presentation both in person and

on-line
Keep an audience engaged through use of various
delivery methods
Appropriately use technology and visual aids
Speak confidently in front of groups
Technical personnel often find it difficult to clearly express

thoughts and ideas to others, especially when asked to
report findings to - or request project expenditure
authorization from - senior management. As well,
technical and non-technical personnel are often ineffective
presenters when asked to explain company policy to - or
share company goals and objectives with - boards of
directors, government committees, fund approving
agencies, or other public entities. Some people are
naturally gifted presenters, but anyone can learn to make a
convincing and persuasive presentation and to do so in a
confident, assured, comfortable, and relaxed manner. This
course is for individuals who are required, as part of their
jobs, to make presentations in-house or in public, and
who need, therefore, to perfect the fundamentals of
dynamic presentation-making. Participants will have
several private coachings in addition to a full array of
hands-on class experiences to improve presentationmaking skills, vocal techniques, social interaction skills,
visual aid preparation, etc. Attendees will be asked to
speak in class and will be videotaped to measure
improvement. Participants progress will also be charted
to quantifiably show areas in which actual improvement
has taken place.
ABERDEEN, U.K.
DENVER, U.S.
HOUSTON, U.S.


29-30 JAN 2015 US$2,780+VAT

27-28 AUG 2015
US$2,380
7-8 MAY 2015
US$2,400
8-9 OCT 2015
US$2,400
6-7 NOV 2014
US$2,780
5-6 NOV 2015
US$2,780
Profile individual and group behavior exhibited during

change
Improve individual and team dynamics for high
performance
Apply the GROW model to coach and sustain
individuals undergoing organizational change
Design a practical framework for positive engagement
with organizational change
ABOUT T HE COURS E
Attendees will work in teams to overcome the problems

encountered when making changes in their organizations.
You will also learn how to develop the ability to effectively
handle organizational changes by examining the eightstep change process and understanding your own, and
others, needs and responses to each step in the change
process. A group workshop allows attendees to engage in,
comment on, and improve their competencies in
managing change.
COURS E CONT E NT
Explore the characteristics of change Build an integrated

change strategy Embrace change positively using the
power of vision Use people and process to make
change happen Craft an effective measurement process
to evaluate change Facilitate change and overcome
resistance through effective communication
CO U RSE CONT E NT
Communication and the role it plays in presentationmaking Overcoming presentation-making fears The
similarities and differences between face-to-face and online presentations The four fundamental basics to
presentation-making Presence/Demeanor/Appearance:
posture, movement, physical comfort Delivery: the
voice, gestures / facial expressions, skill in using silence,
rhythm, language Production: flow/rhythm, skill in
using visual aids/technology, skill in using time, skill in
listening/observing/questioning, skill in using the venue,
connectivity, eye contact, knowledge of audience, skill in
handling audience/situation Construction &
Organization: design (presentation), design (ppt. slides/
other visuals), integration (presentation with visuals)
C OUR SE CO NT ENT
Definition and purpose of teams Characteristics of a high performance team
Gaining clarity of goal and worthiness Developing a team charter Gaining
commitment Team collaboration and trust Establishing operational norms
Stages of team development Team roles and relationships System
influences Conditions for effective team building Individual and team
assessments Team communications Group dynamics Developing a
personal team leadership plan Monitoring team progress Developing a
team leadership action plan
Dealing with change and, more importantly, the impact

of change is a high priority for all organizations. This
course is suitable for all managers, team leaders,
supervisors and individuals responsible for ensuring
change is implemented successfully.

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
PITTSBURGH, U.S.
27-29 OCT 2014

US$3,020
9-11 MAR 2015
US$3,020
26-28 OCT 2015
US$3,020
3-5 AUG 2015 US$3,490+VAT
8-10 JUN 2015
US$2,990
HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
ORLANDO, U.S.
20-21 NOV 2014

US$2,400
12-13 FEB 2015
US$2,400
21-22 MAY 2015
US$2,400
20-21 AUG 2015
US$2,400
17-18 DEC 2015
US$2,780
12-13 NOV 2015 US$2,780+VAT
15-16 OCT 2015
US$2,380
Team Building for Intact

Teams (TB)
52
Meeting Management
and Facilitation for the
Petroleum Industry (MMF)
Managing and Leading

Others (MLO)
Essential Skills for Resolving

Workplace Conflict among
Coworkers (RCP2)
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
SPECIALIZED
DES IGNE D FOR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Petroleum industry professionals who plan, conduct,

and manage meetings
How to run efficient face-to-face and/or on-line meetings

How to prepare and implement meeting agendas
About meeting facilitation techniques and tools
An understanding of meeting roles and responsibilities
How-and when-to use meeting facilitation tools
How to master meeting management skills, i.e., use
time wisely, avoid topic confusion
How to handle personal attack, avoid traffic problems,
deal with individual and group communication,
maintain topic (agenda) focus
How to recognize and understand the various roles that
a facilitator plays during the course of a meeting
How to speak in front of others
Meetings remain a boon or curse to corporate

communication. Properly planned and managed, meetings
are extremely positive and dynamic ways to exchange
ideas, shape policy, resolve problems, effect change, etc.
However, when poorly designed and implemented,
meetings accomplish little. They become virtual breeding
grounds for confusion, tension, frustration, boredom and
negativity. This course is for petroleum industry
professionals who plan and conduct meetings. During this
interactive 2 day session, participants will learn how to
perfect meeting facilitation skills; master meeting agenda
design skills; and polish meeting communication skills so
that theyll be able to run meetings efficiently, effectively,
and smoothly. Participants will be given ample
opportunity to practice what theyre learning in class and
to receive feedback about those areas of meeting
management and facilitation they do well and those areas
that theyll need to improve.
Speaking skills
Time management in meetings
Agenda creation
Conflict management
Meeting facilitation aids
Anyone responsible for leading others in the daily

performance of a work, including soon to be leaders,
front-line leaders, new and experienced supervisors
and managers, team leaders, coaches, and mentors.
Apply concepts of leadership and management to real

work situations
Coach and supervise a diverse and dispersed workforce
Set appropriate goals and manage performance and
change to ensure these goals are reached
Empower your workforce to exceed expectations
Develop effective communication skills
ABOUT T HE COURS E
Why would any company expend hundreds of thousands

of dollars to seek, recruit, and hire the best employees
then leave their development and performance to lucky
chance through ineffective leadership and management
practices? Unfortunately that chance occurs every time
an employee is promoted to a leadership, supervisory or
management position without training in the techniques
and practices of effective leadership and management.
Managers and supervisors, regardless of technical
expertise, can make an error setting off an uncontrolled
and disastrous chain reaction unless he/she has
command of principles and practices leading to employee
effectiveness, productivity, and teamwork. The first-line
and mid-level supervisor has more direct effect on
employees and the productivity of a work group than any
other single entity in the organization. This course
increases the confidence and productivity of leaders,
supervisors and managers who may be scientific or
technical specialists, but have minimal training in the
science and art of leading others. Skills in human
relations, communication, motivation, and leadership are
essential tools for the supervisor and manager. This
course provides techniques enabling leaders to efficiently
use one of the greatest resources a company has, its
people. This highly interactive learning program will assist
you in expanding your options for leading others. You will
explore different concepts of management and leadership
and how to apply your new skills in real world
applications.
CO URS E CONT E NT
The role and function of the leader, supervisor and

manager Understanding and applying essential
behavioral management concepts Understanding and
increasing employee motivation Understanding and
applying leadership concepts Effectively supervising a
diverse workforce Basic skills in interpersonal
communications Performance management Coaching
Working with difficult employees Goal Setting
Empowering subordinates Creating positive and
functional thinking about work Making ongoing change
for growth and improvement Taking personal
responsibility Developing personal plans to improve
team effectiveness

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
PITTSBURGH, U.S.
30-31 OCT 2014

US$2,400
12-13 MAR 2015
US$2,400
29-30 OCT 2015
US$2,400
6-7 AUG 2015 US$2,780+VAT
11-12 JUN 2015
US$2,380

ABERDEEN, U.K.
DENVER, U.S.
HOUSTON, U.S.


26-28 JAN 2015 US$3,490+VAT

24-26 AUG 2015
US$2,990
4-6 MAY 2015
US$3,020
5-7 OCT 2015
US$3,020
10-12 NOV 2014
US$3,490
2-4 NOV 2015
US$3,490
This course is designed for any employee who may be exposed to

internal or external conflict in their work environment and who can
become more effective by managing this conflict.
YOU WI L L L E A RN
The causes of conflict and how individuals respond to conflict How

to recognize conflict and decide how to respond The basic mediation
process and how it can be applied How to manage conflict between
yourself and another Skills and processes for preventing conflict
This course is uniquely designed for the petroleum industry and

provides a basic understanding of conflict, how to respond positively to
conflict, how to manage your personal conflict situations, how to use a
basic mediation process and how to prevent conflict. The course relies
heavily on petroleum industry specific case studies and role play
activities. It includes scenarios from major projects, well teams,
multidisciplinary teams, petroleum operations and other petroleum
industry organizations. (Compare to RCP3 which teaches additional
topics of cost of conflict and more detailed mediation processes. RCP3
is designed more for supervisors and managers than this course.)
Basic concepts about conflict Personal conflict styles Recognizing

conflict tactics Strategies for resolving conflict Listening,
expression and emotions skills The basic mediation process Skills
and processes for resolving conflict between yourself and another
Skills and processes for preventing conflict
RCP2 is a two day version of RCP3; so it is not advisable for a
2014-15
Schedule
and Tuition / 2 Days
participant to enroll
in both courses.
DENVER, U.S.
DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.
16-17 APR 2015

US$2,460
16-20 NOV 2014
US$5,290
18-19 JUN 2015
US$2,480
29-30 OCT 2015 US$2,860+VAT
Basic Conflict Management

Skills for Managers and
Leaders (RCP3)
SPECIALIZED
DE SI GN E D F OR
Supervisors, managers, team leaders, project managers, project engineers,
project services managers, organizational specialists, facilitators, trainers,
negotiators, procurement personnel and all individuals who are exposed to
internal or external conflict in their work environment.
YOU WI L L L E A RN
The causes of conflict and how individuals respond to conflict How to
recognize conflict, estimate its cost, and decide how to respond Practical
processes and skills for resolving conflict in your organization and how to
apply these processes and skills How to manage conflict between yourself
and another Skills and processes for preventing conflict
This course is uniquely designed for the petroleum industry and teaches
practical processes and skills for resolving interpersonal conflict in
major projects, well teams, multidisciplinary teams, petroleum
operations and other petroleum industry organizations. The course
relies heavily on petroleum industry specific case studies and role play
activities.
Basic concepts about conflict Personal conflict styles Recognizing
conflict tactics Strategies for resolving conflict Estimating the cost of
conflict Mediation processes for resolving conflict between your employees
Mediation processes for team leaders Mediating as a third party
Listening, expression and emotions skills Skills and processes for
resolving conflict between yourself and another Skills and processes for
preventing conflict
RCP3 is a more in-depth course than RCP2; so it is not advisable
for a participant to enroll in both courses.

DENVER, U.S.
HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.
13-15 APR 2015

US$3,110
15-17 JUN 2015
US$3,140
26-28 OCT 2015 US$3,610+VAT
PetroSkills HSE
PETROSKILLS INCLUDES HEALTH, SAFETY,

ENVIRONMENT AND HSE MANAGEMENT IN ITS
UNIQUE COMPETENCY TRAINING PROGRAM.
HSE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT LADDERS

Programs that support HSE professional development,
shown here for the Institution of Occupational Safety
and Health (IOSH) the worlds largest health and safety
organization. A similar ladder is available upon request for
environmental professional development through IEMA
the Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment.
www.iosh.co.uk / www.iema.net
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT BY APPLIED
LEARNING
ACCREDITED HEALTH & SAFETY PRACTITIONER:
LEVEL 5 NVQ DIPLOMA (TO CMIOSH) HS70
ACCREDITED ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTITIONER:
IEMA FULL MEMBER BY APPLIED LEARNING HS71
For practicing HS&E professionals

Mentored and perfectly blended to balance
one-to-one learning with work-based evidence
Supports professional development to CMIOSH & MIEMA
(with reciprocity agreements with other HSE bodies)
Duration is typically 12-15 months for health and safety
program and 8-12 months for environmental program
Flexible you can start these programs any time
l
l
PETROS BAROLA | A fictitious but highly-authentic case study is used to challenge participants to
apply their knowledge across a range of scenarios in our Applied and Specialist courses. Practical exercises,
problem solving, and meetings with Petros employees at all levels makes one feel that you have actually
worked on the island of Barola. See www.petrosbarola.com for more information
54

Course Progression Matrix
The Course Progression Matrix below shows how the HSE courses in this section are structured within each topic, from Basic to Specialized.
On the right-hand side of the HSE section, you will see courses in associated disciplines for cross-training. These matrices are ideal for
building
training plans for early-career staff or finding the right course to build upon existing knowledge and experience. Our programs include those
externally accredited by NEBOSH, IEMA, CITB, and City and Guilds
The following instructors have been selected and approved by the PetroSkills Curriculum Network to teach one or more of the
following Health, Safety, Environment courses:
Stephen Asbury
Richard Ball
Stewart Clarke
Phillip Duckett
Chris Dougherty
Kerry Edwards
Keiron Finney
Andrew Newborough
Clyde W. Young
Exploration and
Production

SAFETY
INTERMEDIATE
SPECIALIZED
HSE MANAGEMENT
HEALTH
Naomi Warr
Surface Facilities
ENVIRONMENT
Accredited Environmental
Practitioner [MIEMA]
Accredited Health & Safety Practitioner [CMIOSH]
SHE Auditing A Management

Systems Approach
FOUNDATION
NEBOSH International General Certificate

Environmental Management Systems:
A Development Workshop

Risk Based Process Safety

Management
Applied Safety
Applied Health
Applied Environment
Basic Petroleum Economics
BASIC
Basic Drilling, Completion

and Workover Operations
Exploration and Production

Process Basics (2 weeks)
Overview of Offshore Systems
Overview of Gas Processing

(non-technical)
55
Basics of HSE
Management (HS18)
Applied Environment
(HS23)
BASIC
BASIC
FOUNDATION
D ESI GN E D F O R
DESIG N ED F OR
DE S IGNE D FOR
Staff in oil, gas and petrochemicals industries who require

the basics of environmental management and pollution
control, including operational staff, engineers, supervisors,
project managers and entry level HSE professionals.
It is a core course for any person who can influence
environmental impact within their organisation; it is also an
ideal program for anyone new to the industry with no prior
environmental knowledge. The NEBOSH Environmental
Management Certificate is a first step on a career ladder
towards a role within the environmental disciplines and
is awarded to those who pass the exam and practical
exercise.
Y OU W I L L L E A R N
Environmental management, and what this means for your
organisation
Ethical, legal and financial reasons for maintaining and
promoting environmental management
The importance of sustainability
The principles and sources of environmental information
The purpose and importance of setting environmental policy
Key features and appropriate content of an effective
environmental management system (EMS) such as ISO
14001:2004 / 2015 (draft)
Active and reactive monitoring, including inspections, tours, and
investigations of environmental incidents
The meaning of the term environmental audit and describe the
preparations needed prior to an audit and the information that
may be needed during, and procedures for reporting the results
afterwards
To explain environmental impact assessments (EIA)
Main types of emissions to atmosphere and the control
measures available to reduce these
Main sources of water pollution and methods to reduce
contamination of water sources.
The importance of, and techniques for, minimising waste
Risks associated with contaminated land
To explain energy efficiency
Potential sources and consequence of environmental noise
Why emergency preparedness and response
A B OU T T H E C O U R S E
Our program starts in advance of the taught course, as participants
undertake a review of their own sites environmental performance
using documentation supplied to them. This sets the context for
this intensive five-day class, which comprises a blended learning
approach with tutorials, workshops, problem-solving and practical
activities.
At the end of the course, there is an examination and project;
successful completion of which gives participants a formal
qualification - the National Environmental Management Certificate
awarded by NEBOSH. The course fee includes the cost of the
exam. [N.b. No refund is available for participants who wish to optout of the NEBOSH exam.]
Foundations in environmental management Environmental
management systems Assessment of environmental impacts
Control of emissions to air Control of contamination of water
resources Solid waste and land use Sources and use of
energy and energy efficiency Control of environmental noise
Planning for and dealing with environmental emergencies
NEBOSH Examination and Project (optional)

For all staff in the oil & gas and petrochemicals

industries requiring a basic awareness of health,
safety and environmental (HSE) management systems
including; Operations, Engineers, Supervisors, Project
managers and aspiring HSE professionals. It is a core
(101) course for any persons who can influence
HSE Management within the organisation and is also
ideal for anyone new to the industry with no prior HSE
management knowledge.
YO U WILL L E ARN
The principle elements of a health and safety

management system, and how these interact to promote
continual improvement in HSE management
About ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, ILO OSH-2001,
HSG65, the new (draft) ISO 45001 and other commonly
used HSE management systems
Key tools associated with risk assessment, risk control
and active/reactive monitoring
The roles and responsibilities of individuals within the
management system and how they can effect the safety
culture of the organisation
Recognition and proper management of health, safety and

environmental risks is fundamental to all management and
professional roles in the industry. This course aims to
equip participants with the underpinning knowledge
relating to the concepts of an effective HSE management
system and the key elements required for successful
implementation.
The course is based upon a common HSE management
system model and the programme explains the basic
elements and their interaction. A variety of exercises and
case studies based on the fictitious Petros Caspian
Explorer platform, as well as readings and videos will be
used to understand and practice the leadership,
communication, implementation, monitoring, corrective
action, audit and review tools generally used in HSE
management systems.
CO U RSE CONT E NT
Leadership & Commitment Policy & Strategic

Objectives Legislation & Regulation Organization,
Responsibilities & Resources Professional Training &
Behaviors Risk Assessment & Management
Planning & Procedures Contractor Controls
Security Emergency Response Performance
Management Incident Reporting & Investigation
Audit Management Review
Environmental professionals, health and safety professionals

wishing to broaden their skills, operational managers,
engineers, supervisors, project managers and other staff
who have delegated responsibilities for implementing
environmental management in the organisation. This is the
ideal follow-on class from the Basics of Environment class
HS13.
Apply Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and
environmental controls which bring enhanced legal, financial and
reputational improvements to an organisation
Communicate effectively with management and staff at all levels
within the organisation on environmental improvement
Implement an EMS into strategic plans, operational activities,
products and services
Identify environmental aspects and assess the environmental
impacts of processes, products and services in normal, abnormal
and emergency situations
Identify the different methods available for evaluating
environmental aspects for significance considering qualitative and
quantitative data
Use an EMS to ensure legal compliance
Plan for continual improvement in environmental performance
Develop monitoring procedures and environmental performance
indicators
Detail how prior preparation and provision of training and
resources can mitigate environmental impacts
Develop and implement an environmental audit program
Indentify the sources of information for use during the audit
process including interviews, observation and document review
Engage in environmental reporting, using recognized methods
and formats for both internal and external reports
ABOUT T HE COURS E
This course provides opportunities to work as a member of a team
of environmental specialists to develop and improve the
Environmental Management System and environmental
performance of Petros, a fictitious but highly realistic case study
based on an integrated exploration and distribution company
located on the Caribbean island of Barola. Application of the
techniques is practiced at the upstream Caspian Explorer platform
and the downstream Orkney Depot. A well-blended variety of
exercises, problems and case study scenarios are used to practise
the application of learning in highly-authentic situations. The
course is designed to introduce participants to a range of
environmental challenges, including policy development,
conducting environmental reviews, tackling environmental issues
including waste management, energy efficiency, pollution control
and emergency planning, environmental monitoring and becoming
an agent for change in their own organisations. Every participant
works as a member of a team through each stage of environmental
implementation, with live face-to-face interviews and a variety of
corporate documents and test results to simulate real day-today
challenges faced by Environmental Practioners. The culmination is
a presentation to the senior management of the company. The
course is also ideal for those developing their careers in
environmental management and/or planning to progress towards
membership of the Institute of Environmental Management and
Assessment (IEMA) using the PetroSkills mentored learning
program Accredited Environmental Practitioner (HS71, p. 58).
COURS E CONT E NT
Effective application of Environmental Management Systems
Assessing environmental impact Environmental risk
management Developing environmental improvement programs
Pollution control Emergency preparedness and response
Environmental communication Environmental performance
monitoring Environmental auditing
Environmental reporting Management review

LONDON, U.K.
21-25 SEP 2015 US$4,570+VAT

HOUSTON, U.S.

13-17 OCT 2014

12-16 OCT 2015
US$4,040
US$4,040
(HS13)
56
Applied Health (HS24)
Applied HSE
Management (HS28)
Applied Safety (HS20)
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
DES IGNE D F OR
DE S IGNE D FOR
Describe the reasons for and explain how to effectively embed
health risk assessment (HRA) into business management
systems
Outline the reasons for and explain the method for embedding
health impact assessment (HIA) into business management
systems and understand the importance of engaging internal
and external stakeholders
Outline the procedures to embed the Human Factors
Engineering process into the project management systems of a
typical location or organization
Explain and interpret adverse ergonomic health effects to
workers
Identify the potential medical emergencies in work areas and
develop medical emergency response (MER) plans for a typical
location.
Evaluate and debate Fitness for Duty (FFD) practice & strategy,
specifically on the key concepts (including alcohol & drug
policy) and identify the responsibilities of line managers
Identify and explain the possible causes for ill health during the
food handling cycle and origins of water borne health hazards,
and prepare corrective actions
Implement procedures to prevent and respond to hazards from
thermal extremes
Describe the procedures and monitoring required for
occupational hygiene, in particular, noise and vibration,
chemical agents, ionising and non-ionising radiation and
biological agent
Develop and implement procedures to identify and reduce risk
of psycho/social agents.
For all staff who have the responsibility for designing,

implementing and/or supporting health and industrial
hygiene programs in the workplace in conjunction
with professional health practitioners including: HSE
professionals, managers, engineers, supervisors,
project managers. Some prior knowledge of health
related topics is desirable but not essential.
This course builds on practical experience and learning on health
and industrial hygiene, and intends to build skills to allow
participants to be able to apply these techniques within their
respective roles. The course is set in a fictitious, but highly
realistic, case study based on the Caribbean island of Barola,
where management needs assistance to develop a health
management system for the construction of a solar array and a new
gas-fired power plant (and decommissioning of the 58-year-old
coal-fired plant), involving 480 non-native and 120 local workers
residing in temporary camps for three years. Application of other
essential issues and how they relate to the oil and gas industry is
also covered - ergonomics, human factors engineering, food and
water hygiene, and thermal extremes. Other important issues
which are covered include health and emergency response
facilities, psychological and social impact and fitness for duty. A
new topic included is occupational hygiene & medical surveillance
requirements.
A rich variety of exercises, readings, videos and case studies are
used to practice application of the learning in realistic situations.
The course may be taken either independently or in conjunction
with the Applied Safety, Applied HSE Management, and/or Applied
Environment courses and serves as a foundation for the PetroSkills
mentored Accredited Health & Safety Practitioner program (to
CMIOSH).
HSE Professionals, Operations, Engineers, Supervisors

and Project managers and all staff who have the
responsibility for designing, implementing, or supporting
HSE management. This is a core course for persons in
a supervisory role in an operational environment. Some
prior knowledge of HSE management related topics is
desirable but not essential.
Successfully apply the principle elements of an HSE
management system aligned to ISO 14001 and OHSAS
18001
Understand Annex SL and the new (draft) ISO 45001
Explain how people in organisations each have
responsibilities for HSE management, and the
characteristics of a successful management style
Explain and use the key tools associated with risk
assessment and monitoring, such as risk assessments,
safety cases and HSE monitoring tools such as accident
investigation
Shape and improve the safety culture of the organisation
ABOUT T HE COURS E
This course is about practising and applying HSE

management for the oil & gas and petrochemicals
industries. A rich variety of exercises, readings, videos
and case studies are used to support the learning in
realistic situations. These come together to challenge
participants in the real life scenario of a fictional facility,
Petros Barola (visit www.petrosbarola.com). The course
content is built around the PetroSkills competence maps
at the Fundamental Application level. The course may be
taken either independently or in conjunction with the
Applied Safety, Applied Health, and/or Applied
Environment courses. The course also provides essential
and practical learning for those participants seeking
accreditation through the PetroSkills mentored Accredited
Health & Safety Practitioner program (to CMIOSH, p. 53).
COURS E CONT E NT
Leadership & Commitment Policy & Strategic

Objectives Legislation & Regulation Organisation,
Responsibilities & Resources Professional Training &
Behaviours Risk Assessment & Management
Planning & Procedures Contractor Controls
Security Emergency Response Performance
Management Incident Reporting & Investigation
Audit Management Review
HSE Professionals, Operations, Engineers, Supervisors

and Project managers and all staff who have the
responsibility for designing, implementing or supporting
safety tools, techniques and management in their
respective positions. This is a core course for persons in
a supervisory role in an operational environment. Some
prior knowledge of safety related topics is desirable but
not essential.
Design and implement the principles and practice of

safety technology
Apply factors relating to people, equipment, materials
and the working environment to the establishment of
safe working environments
Identify common hazards and design and implement
systems to control and monitor them
ABOUT T HE COURS E
This course is about practising and applying safety tools,

techniques and management for the oil & gas and
petrochemicals industries. A rich variety of exercises,
readings, videos and case studies are used to support the
learning in realistic situations. These come together to
challenge participants in the real life scenario of a
fictional facility, Petros Barola (visit www.petrosbarola.
com), and concludes with the participants defending to the
regulator why the company should maintain its operating
licence.
The course content is built around the PetroSkills
competence maps at the Fundamental Application level.
The course may be taken either independently or in
conjunction with other Foundation level courses - Applied
HSE Management, Applied Health, and/or Applied
Environment.
This course serves as a foundation for participants
seeking accreditation through the PetroSkills mentored
Accredited Health & Safety Practitioner program (to
CMIOSH) (HS-70, p. 53).
COURS E CONT E NT
Safety techniques for hazard and effect management

Safety Culture Work Environment Chemical
Handling / HAZCOM / Product Stewardship Fire Safety
Electrical Safety Confined Space
Lockout/Tagout Logistics Process
Health Risk Assessment Health Impact Assessment
Human Factors Engineering Ergonomics Health &
Medical Emergency Facilities Fitness for Duty Food and
Water Hygiene Thermal Extremes Medical Surveillance/
Industrial Hygiene Psychological and Social Agents

HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.
16-20 MAR 2015

US$4,040
12-16 OCT 2015 US$4,670+VAT

HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
3-7 NOV 2014

US$4,040
2-6 NOV 2015
US$4,040
10-14 AUG 2015 US$4,670+VAT
57
Environmental
Management Systems:
A Development
Workshop (HS37)
SPECIALIZED
Environmental managers, advisers and co-ordinators;
Procurement and Supply Chain Managers, HSE
Managers; HSE Auditors; Engineers and other
managers and supervisors from large and small
organisations who require the skills and support to
develop a recognised environmental management
system (EMS) for their organisation.
YOU W IL L B E S U P P O RT ED
Develop understanding of the major areas of operations
interaction with the environment
Become familiar with corporate and legal requirements for
environmental compliance
Develop a good understanding of EMS and ISO 14001
Demonstrate the skills to plan and develop a documented EMS
through the following:
Planning for EMS (allocating resources and developing
an EMS schedule)
Identifying and prioritizing the environmental aspects and
impacts of operations
Developing planning matrices for significant aspects by
setting objectives, targets, management programs and
KPIs
Applying EMS to sample processes in various operational
modes (normal, abnormal (start-up, shutdown) and
emergency using process flow diagrams
Modify emergency response system to accommodate
EMS
Become familiar with other EMS requirements
Document control
Internal auditing
Achieving continual improvement
Write up a draft EMS manual based on template documents
AB OUT TH E C O U R S E
Since its launch in 1996, over 250,000 organisations around the
world have become externally certified to ISO 14001, which has
become the leading international standard and specification for
environmental management systems (EMS).
This five day course provides the learning and comprehensive prebuilt templates for developing and implementing an ISO
14001-based EMS for participants own facilities. You should
bring a site plan, and process flowcharts, which will be used in a
series of hands-on exercises throughout the class. You will leave
the class with a developed, draft EMS manual.
The course includes all the documentation and materials
necessary for preparing an EMS. Arranging an external third party
audit by a certification body is left to the choice, convenience and
timing of the participants organisation, and no guarantee of
achieving such approval is given.
The course covers the following eight modules:
1. Risk and the environment
2. Management systems, Annex SL and ISO 14001
3. Environmental policy and strategic vision
4. EMS planning aspects, impacts, legal and other
requirements
5. Resources and training
6. Communication, documentation and document control
7. Monitoring and measurement
8. EMS auditing and continual improvement
Risk Based Process

Safety Management
(HS45)
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
DESIG N ED FOR
DE S IGNE D FOR
Project Managers, Procurement and Supply Chain

Managers, HSE Managers, HSE Auditors, Engineers,
and Supervisors who require an understanding of how
to manage contractors.
Implement a contracting supply chain strategy based

on an understanding of the risks and benefits of
outsourcing low risk, high risk and specialist activities
Develop a contracting strategy based on a prequalification programme
Prepare a programme to initiate the use of competent
contractors based on bid documents covering HSE and
other relevant standards
Communicate effectively with contractors, including
reporting requirements for incidents and accidents and
emergency procedures
Identify the barriers that could prevent successful
implementation of a contractor safety program, and how
to overcome them
Develop a programme of supply chain performance
monitoring
Perform an effective interview, including describing
the benefits and disadvantages of various questioning
techniques
Provide feedback (the 3 As) likely to initiate continual
improvements in contractor performance
Use sector management systems such as OGP, API
standard 2220, and HSG65 as methodologies for
initiating and maintaining continual improvements in
contractor performance
An effective relationship between clients and contractors at

all stages of the procurement / supply chain is essential
for competently managing health and safety in a
hydrocarbon (or any) facility.
This five day course provides the practical processes for
developing and managing a contractor safety management
system covering all stages of the contracting cycle based
around recognised management systems, such as API
Recommended Practice 2220 Improving Owner and
Contractor Safety Performance and OGP guidance
Managing in a Contracting Environment. The course
includes advanced interviewing skills, which are taught
and then used in a simulated but realistic extensive
contractor selection case study exercise.
CO U RSE CONT E NT
The course covers the following six modules:

1. Supply chain strategy
2. Management systems, RP 2220, OGP guidance
3. Pre-qualification, Approved Contractor status
4. Bidding, evaluation criteria, appointment
5. Communication
6. Supply chain performance monitoring, interviewing
skills, auditing
The taught modules are followed by a detailed case study
which has been developed to allow participants to
demonstrate the application of the skills they have learned.

LONDON, U.K.
20-24 JUL 2015 US$4,670+VAT
ABU DHABI, U.A.E.

HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.
8-12 NOV 2015

US$5,090
27 APR-1 MAY 2015 US$4,040
1-5 JUN 2015
US$4,670+VAT
HSE professionals, engineers, supervisors and project

managers requiring a basic foundation in developing
and managing process safety. The more detailed
aspects of engineering process design are covered in a
separate course.
Identify processes applicable to Process Safety

Management (PSM) and describe relevant terms used
Identify which standards are to be applied for managing
process hazards
Apply programs and tools for managing a PSM system
Choose appropriate decision making methods and tools
to identify process hazards
Describe and use techniques available for control of
hazards associated with process designs
Describe the criteria and methods of selecting equipment
and safe guarding controls
Research and apply the performance parameters for the
safety systems in operations
Explain the role of all disciplines and their contribution to
the management of potential HSE hazards
Apply the appropriate key requirements of national and
international engineering codes and best practices to
Process / Technical Safety in his/her own operations
Effectively utilize Process/Technical Safety problemsolving
ABOUT T HE COURS E
This course introduces the concepts of process safety

management in the oil and gas industry, the elements and
benefits of process safety management systems, and tools
for implementing and managing a system. Process safety is
vital to the oil and gas industry. A comprehensive process
safety management system involves almost every function of
a company: management, research, development,
engineering, facility and process construction, operations,
maintenance, human resources, information technology and
the contractors used in the industry. In this course the
participant will learn to use tools and techniques for
managing process safety.
The Center for Chemical Process Safetys (CCPS) newly
published book titled Guidelines for Risk Based Process
Safety or RBPS Guidelines will be the text for this course.
Participant centered exercises and selected case studies will
be used to build on the concepts that CCPS advocates for
risk based process safety. Building upon the original process
safety management ideas published in the early 1990s, this
new framework for thinking about process safety integrates
industry lessons learned over the intervening years, utilizes
applicable total quality principles (i.e., plan, do, check, act),
and organizes it in a way that will be useful to all
organizations. Throughout the course, participants will be
challenged to think how their process safety management
system can be enhanced and modified to meet the concepts
of risk-based decision making. An individual action plan will
be developed to provide guidance in applying the information
from the course to the workplace.
COURS E CONT E NT
Process safety culture and competency Compliance with

standards Understand hazards and risk Operating
procedures and safe work practices Asset integrity and
reliability Management of change Conduct of operations
Incident investigation (associated with plant failures)
Measurement and metrics Management review and
continuous improvement

ABU DHABI, U.A.E.
DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.
LONDON, U.K.
7-11 DEC 2014

US$5,090
13-17 SEP 2015
US$5,090
20-24 APR 2015
US$4,040
13-17 JUL 2015 US$4,670+VAT
D E S IG NE D F O R
Contractor Safety
Management (HS46)
58
SHE Auditing A
Management Systems
Approach (HS47)
Accredited Health & Safety Practitioner:

(NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Occupational
Health and Safety Practice) to CMIOSH by
Applied Learning (HS70)
Accredited Environmental
Practitioner (IEMA Full Member
by Applied Learning) (HS71)
INTERMEDIATE
SPECIALIZED
SPECIALIZED
DES IGNE D F OR
DE S IGNE D FOR
The course is designed to introduce new and

experienced auditors to a dynamic risk-based approach
for assessing the effectiveness of any HSE-MS,
including those based upon ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001,
and the new (draft) ISO 45001. It has also proven
extremely beneficial for preparing technically competent
line managers and supervisors prior to secondment to a
team auditing an HSE-MS in any environment.
Participate effectively in an audit or review team in line with the

standards of the auditing profession
Relate audit to the essential principles of Corporate Governance, Risk
Management, Business Control and Management Systems
Add value for senior management from the auditing process
Demonstrate the skills necessary to conduct an effective audit,
including:
familiarising with the auditees business environment
and objectives
developing a risk-based work plan
effective interviewing, reviewing and testing techniques
recording, analysing and assessing audit findings
Evaluating the auditees HSE MS
Summarising, presenting and reporting at high level the audit results
to management
Our auditor training course is the only externally approved
integrated management systems auditing class based on both ISO
14001 and OHSAS 18001 and is suitable for external accreditation
of Auditors and Lead Auditors (after suitable practical experience)
Participants work as a member of a team of internal auditors to
appraise the Health, Safety and Environmental Management System
(HSE-MS) of Petros Barola Ltd, a fictitious but highly realistic case
study based on the distribution department of an integrated oil
company located on the Caribbean island of Barola. The programme
is firmly based in the principles of corporate responsibility for risk
management and business control, and the theory and practice of
modern risk-based auditing. The case study scenario has been
successfully used by participants from many disciplines working in
the upstream, midstream and downstream business sectors and key
support functions because it enables them to focus on the structure
and execution of the audit rather than being distracted by their
specialist knowledge of their own sector of the industry. The intensive
five-day course programme consists of a blend of tutorials,
workshops and hands-on activities within the audit case study.
Participants work in small teams, each led by an experienced Lead
Auditor. Every participant works within the team through each stage
of an audit with live face-to-face interviews and a variety of
corporate documents and test results to simulate the execution of an
actual audit. The culmination is a presentation to the senior
management of the company. A copy of the best-selling course
book HSEQ Audits - A Risk-based Approach by Asbury & Ashwell
ISBN 978-0-750-68026-4 is included for participants on the
course. Candidates who successfully complete the course work, and
pass the moderated examination are issued with certificates by
IOSH.
Experienced health and safety managers / advisors /

officers seeking Chartered Membership (CMIOSH) of the
Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), the
worlds largest health and safety organization. Ideally,
the participant will be an active practitioner with at least
two years experience in a health and safety role.
YOU WIL L BE S UP P ORT E D
By a personal mentor to build a structured portfolio of

evidence, demonstrating skilled application of health and
safety management tools and techniques, which collectively
meet the requirements of City & Guilds of London for the
Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Practice
To write the required reports using templates provided
To close any knowledge gaps through directed reading
Through assessment and internal verification of submitted
materials
By being registered with City & Guilds of London
Through a written reference for your IOSH membership
application
ABOUT T HE COURS E
This is a mentored program with each participant having his/

This is a mentored program with each participant having their
own personal mentor and advisor. It works very well as a
distance learning programme, and our assistance is tailored to
meet participants individual needs as a busy practitioner.
Communication is usually through e-mail and telephone as
well as other forums. The start date is flexible with the work
best spread out over a 12-15 month period through to
completion. More details are available on request.
This qualification is accepted by IOSH (upon successful
application, and after completion of an open book
examination) for Chartered Membership of the Institution,
which is the leading designation for occupational health and
safety practitioners in Europe and the Middle East, with
reciprocity agreements with other national bodies, including;
ASSE and CSSE in the US and Canada respectively.
COURS E CONT E NT
Ten mandatory units requiring a range of evidence to

demonstrate competence. The units are:
Develop and implement effective communication systems
Promote a positive health and safety culture
Develop and maintain individual and organisational
competence
Identify, assess and control health and safety risks
Develop and implement proactive monitoring systems
Develop and implement reactive monitoring systems
Develop and implement ER systems
Develop and implement review systems
Maintain knowledge of improvements to influence practice
Develop and implement the health and safety policy
Learning and Development: Risk management and business
control HSE-MS Auditing Planning the audit
Review and Test processes Effective interviewing for
information Legal aspects relevant to auditing Findings and
recommendations Audit conclusion
Participation in the comprehensive and detailed Petros
Barola case study: Opening meeting Audit interviews
Gathering objective evidence Preparing the audit report Audit
team meetings Closing meeting Audit report and follow-up

LONDON, U.K.
7-11 SEP 2015
US$4,770+VAT
Start date for the program is fully flexible. The program fee is
$3,925 (excl. VAT) including registration with City & Guilds.
There will be no refund issued after registration is confirmed.
To register or for more information, please email mentoring@
petroskills com, call +1 918 828 2500 or toll free +1 800
821 5933 (North America only) or contact Adrian Hearle,
Managing Director, PetroSkills HSE, at ahearle@petroskills.
Experienced environmental managers and advisors

who seek an Full Membership of the Institute of
Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA),
the leading professional membership body for
environmental practitioners.
The participant will have responsibility for managing
one or more environmental impacts within his/her work.
YOU WILL BE S UP P ORT E D
By a personally appointed mentor to build a structured portfolio

of evidence, demonstrating skilled application of environmental
management tools and techniques, which collectively meet the
requirements of IEMA.
To write the required reports.
To close any knowledge gaps through directed reading.
Through assessment and internal verification of submitted materials.
By being registered with IEMA.
ABOUT T HE COURS E
This is a two-part program, Part 1 made up of six compulsory units

each requiring a range of evidence to demonstrate competence in each
unit and leads to the IEMA Associate Certificate in Environmental
Management (AIEMA). In Part 2, the participant is comprehensively
supported through his/her development program to become a full
qualified environmental professional. The participant is guided through
the application and assessment process to become a Full Member of
IEMA (MIEMA). It is a mentored program with each participant having
his/her own personal mentor and advisor who will work on a one-toone basis. The assistance is tailored to meet the individual needs of
each participant. Communication is usually through e-mail and
telephone as well as other forums. The start date is flexible with the
work for Part 1 best spread out over an 8-12 month period. Completion
of Part 2 does require the participant to have 3 years full time experience
gained before or after achieving Associate Membership.
COURS E CONT E NT
Part 1- Six mandatory units requiring a range of evidence to
demonstrate competence: 1) Global Environmental Issues
2) Environmental Law, 3) Environmental Techniques,
4) Environmental Management Systems, 5) Environmental
Communications, 6) Sustainability
Part 2 Guidance and support through the application and
assessment process: 7) Full Membership Mentoring
L E ARNING OBJ E CT IV E S
On completion of this course the participant will:

Have an underpinning knowledge of the earths natural
systems and how human activity interacts and impacts on
these systems.
Understand the main sources of Environmental Law and key
legislation affecting international businesses.
Have demonstrated a competence in the principle tools used
by the environmental professional, including Life Cycle
Assessment, Environmental Impact Assessment and
Environmental Risk Assessment.
Have demonstrated an understanding of the benefits of
implementing an environmental management system.
Understand the importance of Environmental communication
both internally and externally to the organisation.
Understand the issues, science and philosophy that
underpin environmental sustainability.
Have demonstrated a practical understanding of how an
organisation can reduce its impacts.
Start date for the program is fully flexible. The program fee is
$4,575 (excl. VAT) including registration with City & Guilds.
There will be no refund issued after registration is confirmed.
To register or for more information, please email mentoring@
petroskills com, call +1 918 828 2500 or toll free +1 800
821 5933 (North America only) or contact Adrian Hearle,
Managing Director, PetroSkills HSE, at ahearle@petroskills.
60
Operations &
Maintenance
Skilled Technicians
are Safe Technicians
Who Should Attend
Operations &
Maintenance Courses?
New Operators
Technicians
Operators Joining New Crews
Seasoned Operators
Supervisors
Training designed to help

your team perform safely
& efficiently
Important Features:
Customized courses based on YOUR PFDs
Improve the technical communication between
operators and engineers
Develop in-depth understanding of process operations
F lexible course topics from a bank of course content
F lexible Course Lengths (3/5/10 day courses available)
Flexible and adaptable to shift schedules
Non-mathematical courses available
Advanced level courses available

Courses Get Your Team Up
to Speed Quickly
To bring Operations & Maintenance Training
to your facility and for
more information go to
www.petroskills.com/o&m
or email [email protected].
Fundamentals of
Process Safety (PS-2)
Oil & Gas Processing

Facilities for Operations
& Maintenance (OT-1)
FOUNDATION
BASIC
DE S I GN E D F OR
DE SI GN E D F OR
All staff associated with the operation, maintenance and

governance of high hazard installations in the upstream
and downstream oil, gas and petrochemical industry. The
content is relevant to all roles, including senior management,
project and engineering support teams, HSE support,
supervisors and operator and maintenance technicians.
Course will benefit anyone who wants to understand the
design basis and essentials of safe operating envelopes
without addressing the more detailed calculation aspects
covered in Process Safety Engineering PS- 4. The use of
a case study is designed to identify how different disciplines
and roles impact safe and reliable operations and
maintenance.
Production and processing operations and maintenance

technicians, supervisors and managers, as well as
other non-engineering personnel requiring a broad
introduction to production and processing facilities,
including the separation, conditioning and disposition
of produced oil, gas and water; including the common
operational difficulties that may arise, as well as the
operational tactics used to resolve them.
YOU WI L L L E A RN H OW T O
Identify the systems and processes required to create

process safety in a high hazard installation
Identify and choose appropriate techniques and tools to
qualitatively assess process hazards
Determine appropriate risk reduction strategies and identify
effective risk reduction measures to prevent, control and
mitigate process safety risk
Recognize and develop systems to manage Process Safety
in Operations through operating procedures and operating
limits, ensuring plant integrity through maintenance and
inspection
Use a management of change process to minimize risk of
change
Identify and monitor key performance measures and
verifications to maintain and improve safety performance
The course is designed to cover the fundamentals of Process Safety

for all staff levels in a high hazard installation. This course will
benefit anyone who requires to understand the essentials of process
safety including managers, supervisors, technical, engineering, HSE,
maintenance and operational staff who are associated with the
design, construction, operation, maintenance and governance of
high hazard installations in the upstream and downstream oil, gas
and petrochemical industry.
To explore the multiple roles involved in Process Safety and allow
participants from different backgrounds to relate to this subject
there is a rolling case study, Project COLEX throughout the course.
Project COLEX involves the installation of a separator vessel and
the Process Safety considerations and implications are explored
and discussed at the various stages from design to full operation.
The Project COLEX exercise will identify how different disciplines
and roles can have an impact on safety performance.
Business context for Process Safety Learning from

previous incidents and near misses Risk Assessment [Hazard
Identification, Hazard Scenarios, Consequence & Likelihood
Analysis, Risk Analysis and Tools & Techniques] Risk
Reduction Measures (Barriers) [Types and Hierarchy of Risk
Reduction Measures (Barriers)] Design basis of plant facilities
Management of Process Safety in Operations [Operating
Procedures, Design and Operating Limits, Human Factors,
Inspection and Maintenance, Emergency Response]
Management of Change Incident and Near Miss Investigation
Self-Verification and Measurement Process Safety Key
Performance Indicators Management Review and Auditing
Process Safety Leadership Governance and Culture

DENVER, U.S.
DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.

LONDON, U.K.
11-15 MAY 2015

US$4,110
12-16 APR 2015
US$5,190
15-19 JUN 2015
US$4,150
19-23 OCT 2015
US$4,150
17-21 AUG 2015
US$5,460
7-11 DEC 2015 US$4,780+VAT
YOU WI L L L E A RN
About the effects of produced fluid (OGW) compositions

on facility design and operation
About various separation and conditioning processes
for meeting specifications on Oil, Gas and Produced
Water streams
How to determine the water vapor content of produced
natural gas
How to recognize problems and dangers of hydrate
formation
About methods and issues in hydrate prevention/
inhibition
This course will provide the basic knowledge required for

understanding processes and operating issues common
to all locations. See below for customized content per
location.
Produced Hydrocarbon Fluids

Process Drawings
Production Facility Operations
Basic Physical Principles
Oil and Condensate Processing
Auxiliary Systems (Gas Lift, Sea Water Treating)
STAVANGER / ABERDEEN Typical North Sea oil
and gas producing operations, produced water treating,
seawater treating, other offshore topics of general
interest
BRISBANE Gas processing, introduction to
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) processes
MIDLAND Gas conditioning and processing, sour
gas treating, sulfur recovery
PITTSBURGH Mechanical refrigeration principles
and equipment, NGL fractionation and cryogenic NGL
recovery

ABERDEEN, U.K.
BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA
CALGARY, CANADA
DENVER, U.S.
HOUSTON, U.S.
MIDLAND, U.S.

OKLAHOMA CITY, U.S.
PITTSBURGH, U.S.
13-17 APR 2015 US$4,760+VAT

27-31 JUL 2015 US$4,760+GST
5-9 OCT 2015 US$3,840+GST
18-22 MAY 2015
US$3,840
22-26 JUN 2015
US$3,880
10-14 NOV 2014
US$3,840
9-13 NOV 2015
US$3,840
31 AUG-4 SEP 2015 US$3,840
27 APR-1 MAY 2015 US$3,840
61
Gas Dehydration and Amine
Sweetening for Operations
NGL Fractionation & Cryogenic

NGL Recovery for Operations
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
D E S I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Plant and facility operations and maintenance technicians,

supervisors and managers.
Plant and facility operations and maintenance

technicians, supervisors and managers.
Plant and facility operations and maintenance

YOU WI LL LE ARN
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Basic principles of gas processing

The physical properties of natural gas and NGL
components
Practical application of the principles of hydrocarbon
phase behavior
Types of dehydration processes: absorption, adsorption
and condensation
To determine the water content of produced natural gas
The problems and dangers of hydrate formation
Effective methods of hydrate inhibition
Principles and operational elements of TEG gas
dehydration
Principles and operational elements of Mole Sieve gas
dehydration
Effects of acid gasses
Principles and operational elements of Amine
Sweetening
To use hydrocarbon system language

Basic principles of gas processing
The physical properties of natural gas and NGL
components
Practical application of the principles of hydrocarbon
phase behavior
Principles, operation, and troubleshooting of
mechanical refrigeration systems
Operating principles and issues in gas expansion NGL
recovery (Turboexpander and J-T Valve) processes
Operating principles and techniques for NGL
stabilization and fractionation
Advanced level physical principles, hydrocarbon properties

and hydrocarbon phase-behavior
Practical thermodynamics, including mass and energy
balances
Principles of fluid dynamics and application to pumps,
compressors and turboexpanders
To understand process equipment, including heat
exchangers, fired heaters, separators, piping and towers
with trays or packing
To understand process unit operations, including gas
conditioning and processing, gas dehydration, NGL
extraction processes, stabilization/fractionation, and sulfur
recovery
This course will provide a more detailed examination of the

processes found in gas production facilities, including the
important theoretical aspects that must be mastered before
operators can truly understand their processes and become
proficient at avoiding problems and troubleshooting the
technical problems that do arise. This course prepares
operations personnel to communicate better and work more
closely with professional engineering staff. A problem set
consisting of practical calculations that will be useful to
operators beyond the classroom will be administered during
the course. A high-quality scientific calculator is issued to all
participants of the OT-3 course. See below for customized
content per location.
Hydrocarbons basic principles

Units of measurement
Process drawings
Overview of oil and gas processing
Important properties of hydrocarbons
Phase behavior fundamentals
Practical thermodynamics: mass and energy balances
Heat transfer and fired heaters
Mechanical refrigeration
Introduction to process control
Basic principles of fluid flow
Centrifugal pumps
Centrifugal compressors
Reciprocating compressors
Introduction to gas turbines
Production separators and oil dehydration
Water treating
Corrosion and corrosion monitoring
Amine gas sweetening
Sulfur recovery
Mass transfer operations
Water-hydrocarbon behavior
TEG gas dehydration
Mole sieve dehydration
Gas expansion NGL recovery (valve & turboexpander)
Crude oil, condensate, and NGL stabilization
NGL fractionation
Process troubleshooting
ABOUT THE CO U RSE

understanding operating issues in natural gas amine
sweetening and dehydration units. This course is
customizable to client needs.
COURSE CONTE N T
Properties of Hydrocarbons
Phase Behavior Fundamentals
Mass transfer operations: absorption and stripping,
trays vs. packing
Water/hydrocarbon behavior
TEG equipment
TEG system operating procedures and problems
Care of the TEG solution
Mole sieve gas dehydration
Operation and adsorbent life
Mole Sieve operating problems and troubleshooting
Amine Gas Sweetening
Amine system operating procedures and problems

understanding operating issues in cryogenic NGL (Natural
Gas Liquids) extraction and stabilization/fractionation.
Course content is non-mathematical and customizable to
client needs.
Hydrocarbon systems: reservoir fluids

Hydrocarbon series: paraffins
Physical properties of hydrocarbons
Fluid properties: VLE, vapor pressure, boiling point, etc.
Pressure-temperature phase diagrams (phase
envelopes)
Application of phase envelopes: hydrocarbon dew point
control, equilibrium stage concepts, flash separators
and fractionators
Mechanical refrigeration: principles and equipment
Tray-type towers; packed towers
Components of turboexpander NGL recovery plants
Turboexpander-compressor and utilities
Principles of gas expansion NGL recovery and process
variations
Stabilizers, fractionators, and fractionation trains
The basic fractionator and operator control techniques
Troubleshooting
This course is also available in non-mathematical, Basic

version of 5 days duration.



Gas Production /
Processing for Operations
62
LNG Facilities for
Operations &
Maintenance (OT-43)
Fractional Distillation
for Operations &
Maintenance (OT-44)
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
D ES IG NED FO R
DE S I GN E D F OR
DE SI GN E D F OR
LNG plant and utility operations and maintenance

Refinery, process unit operations and maintenance

technicians, supervisors and managers, as well as other
non-engineering personnel requiring a fundamental
focus on refinery processing facilities.
Maintenance supervisors, team leaders, or managers

needing to improve their maintenance programs.
This course is a broad survey of essential aspects of
maintaining a safe, efficient and reliable facility asset.
YOU WI L L L E A RN
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Fractional Distillation as applied in refinery crude unit

operations
Advanced level physical principles, hydrocarbon
properties and hydrocarbon phase-behavior
Principles of fluid dynamics and application to pumps
Practical thermodynamics: Mass and Energy Balances
Physical principles to understand distillation and
splitting towers
Distillation process, equipment, and controls
troubleshooting techniques
Why unplanned jobs are 5 times more likely to result in

an accident
World class maintenance standards and how to apply
them
What it takes to progress from Reactive to Preventive to
Predictive to Proactive
How to develop consistent, reliable, timely and
accessible asset work information
Key Performance Indicators for your dashboard
Essential elements of work planning & scheduling
How to understand and use backlogs effectively
Optimization of Preventive and Predictive maintenance
How to focus your resources on critical equipment
How to work with contractors more effectively
How to develop organizational competence
Y O U WILL LEA R N
Fundamentals of gas processing and conditioning for

the LNG industry
Important specifications for gas, LNG, NGLs and
condensate
Phase behavior fundamentals
Practical thermodynamics: Mass and Energy Balances
Important topics of H2S and CO2 removal before
liquefaction
Processes used to dehydrate natural gas and remove
heavy components
Mechanical Refrigeration
Other contaminants in LNG feed-gas
NGL Stabilization and Fractionation
Introduction to APCI LNG processes
LNG storage and loading
This is a five-day LNG-industry version of our popular OT-3

Gas Production / Processing for Operations and Maintenance
course with expanded coverage on refrigeration, liquefaction,
and utilities. The course includes in-depth information on
basic LNG mixed refrigerant processing. Instructors will
explain contaminant removal processes employed in LNG
processes. Relevant details of the APCI process in LNG
liquefaction are described. Class exercises/problems focus
on application of theory to operational trends so operators can
understand their processes and become proficient at
identifying issues and troubleshooting problems before
production suffers. Course content is customizable to client
needs.
CO UR S E CO NT ENT
Hydrocarbons & Hydrocarbon System Language

Properties of Hydrocarbons LNG focus
Introduction to LNG Processes
Phase Behavior Fundamentals
Thermodynamics of LNG processes
Mass Transfer Operations
NGL Stabilization and Fractionation
LNG Mixed Refrigerant Processes
LNG Storage and Loading
NEW
This foundational course shows how crude oil is

converted by fractional distillation to premium quality
gasoline, diesel, kerosene, jet fuel, lubes, and subsequent
chemical / refinery unit feedstocks. The course is
excellent for experienced operators who want to
understand the why as well as the how of separation,
fractional distillation, and splitting processes. The course
introduces operators to basic troubleshooting techniques
for the process, equipment, and critical controls.
Overview of refinery processes

Crude stabilization
Fractional distillation
Produced hydrocarbon fluids and their properties
Physical principles
Oil and condensate processing
Practical thermodynamics: mass and energy balances
Mass transfer operations
Introduction to hydrotreating and hydrocracking
Systems and equipment troubleshooting
Process unit walkthroughs (as permissible)
Applied Maintenance
Management (OM-21)
BASIC
Safety is the number one reason to take this course! We

will focus on how to reduce your accident rate through
better control of the maintenance work. Data shows that
maintenance workers are 5 times more likely to suffer an
injury if their job is reactive rather than planned and
scheduled. The skills of Applied Maintenance
Management are a necessary foundation for successful
reliability-centered maintenance efforts. This course
provides essential knowledge required for achieving
excellence in maintenance management. Work control,
planning, and scheduling will be covered. Participants will
receive a sound, integrated, basic knowledge of the
maintenance function and how to progress towards worldclass performance. Individual action plans will carry
course learning into the work environment. Better
utilization of Computerized Maintenance Management
Systems (CMMS) will be covered. A pre- and postseminar self-assessment will be given to indicate
delegates competency improvements. The assessment is
taken from the PetroSkills industry standard competency
map for Maintenance Management. This course is one of
our most popular and has been delivered worldwide for
many diverse facilities such as drilling, wells, pipeline
systems, oil and gas conditioning, refining, and shipping
as well as a broad range of other types of industrial
environments.
Safe behavior and near-misses World class standards

Maintenance strategies Planning and scheduling
Optimizing Preventative and Predictive maintenance
Identifying critical equipment Utilizing your CMMS
Supplier certification Developing organizational
competence Presenting your action plan

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA
HOUSTON, U.S.

18-22 MAY 2015 US$4,760+GST

10-14 NOV 2014
US$3,880
9-13 NOV 2015
US$3,880

HOUSTON, U.S.
ORLANDO, U.S.

2-6 MAR 2015

15-19 DEC 2014
14-18 DEC 2015
US$3,860
US$3,820
US$3,820
63
Fundamentals of
Refining Technology
(RF-31)
Refinery Gas Treating,

Sour Water, Sulfur and
Tail Gas (RF-61)
FOUNDATION
BASIC
INTERMEDIATE
D ES I G NED FO R
DE SI GNE D FOR
DE SI GN E D F OR
Maintenance and Operations managers,

superintendents, supervisors, team leaders and
planners engaged in work management, planning, and
scheduling.
Personnel in the petroleum refining business and

related activities.
Personnel in the gas treating, sulfur recovery and

environmental conservation areas of the petroleum
refining business including managers, process
engineers, and operators.
YO U W I L L LEA RN
Why work control is essential to every safety program

How to install world class planning and work control
Employ business process analysis techniques in work
control
How to use a gap analysis on your work management
system
Step-by-step work control from identification by using
work history
Optimization of preventive and condition-monitoring
activities
Techniques of critical equipment analysis, critical
spares control and emergency response work
To make an action plan for taking your work control
processes to a new level
Safety is the reason we must plan and schedule our

maintenance activities! Efficiency and reliability are very
good side effects. Participants will be able to assess their
current state of control of work and determine the most
effective and sustainable improvement efforts. New work
control standards such as PAS-55, ISO 50001, and OSHA
1910 are being enforced with greater intensity and this
course will provide a substantial insight into what these
standards mean. This working seminar is designed to
build competency in Work Control as a primary skill set in
the Competency Map for Facilities Maintenance
Management. We will focus on the six phases of work
management: work identification, planning, prioritization,
scheduling, execution and history capture. Mastering
these essential skills are the key components of integrity
management, behavioral safety, resource control, and
reliable operation. A pre- and post-course selfassessment will be used to measure competency
improvement. Each participant will develop an action plan
to help their organizations become more efficient and safe
and be ready to present it to their corporate teams.
CO UR SE CO NT ENT
Key elements in work information control How other

companies have achieved excellence in work management
Best ways to integrate with your CMMS The
importance of correct work identification and approval
Planning roles, responsibilities and capacity How
prioritization drives scheduling Scheduling work so that
everyone can follow Skillful use of backlog information
to plan work Precision execution and capturing as
found, as left Creating useful history records and using
them for better performance Optimizing preventive
maintenance to track what is prevented Using
predictive maintenance technologies as a basis for riskbased decisions How to utilize resources to focus on
critical equipment How to differentiate emergency
response from urgent need for maintenance How to
develop loyal and supportive maintenance customers
YOU WI LL LE ARN
Sources of refinery feedstocks, crude or synthetic

Composition of the feeds, their characterization,
desirable properties, and selection
How a refinery matches crude composition (assay) to
product market demand by selection of process units
Fundamentals of individual refinery processes,
engineering, materials, and construction challenges
Operational challenges
How to improve profitability by debottlenecking, yield
improvement, and blending
How to evaluate alternative processing schemes and
what makes a regional Pacesetter refinery
ABOUT THE CO U RSE
This basic course shows how any crude oil is converted to

products based upon the demand for premium quality
gasoline, diesel, lubes, and chemical feedstock. It is useful
for those new to the refining business such as new hires
of any discipline, transferees from other sectors of the
petroleum, upstream, mid-stream, and chemical sectors.
This course is excellent for experienced operators who
want to understand the why as much as the how of
refining. Basics of refining and its technology are stressed.
Details of chemistry, process conditions, and materials are
described where necessary to support the basics. The
backbone of the course is to develop a refinery processing
scheme through a series of simple, linked student-worked
problems. This will show how a processing scheme to
meet product qualities and volumes is developed.
COURSE CONTE N T
Refining industy climate, background and driving forces

Crude oil distillation processes: atmospheric and
vacuum Straight-run naphtha processing, treating,
isomerisation and reforming for gasoline production
Distillate desulfurization for diesel and heating oil
production Light-ends recovery and treating of liquefied
petroleum gas (LPG) for gasoline blending and sales
Vacuum gas oil conversion, catalytic feed hydrotreater
(CFHT), fluidized catalytic cracking (FCC) and
hydrocracking Light olefin streams recovery, treating
and alkylation for gasoline Residue processing, residue
fluidized catalytic cracking (RFCC), ARVDS, VRDS,
residue hydrocracking, delayed and continuous coking
Lube oil production Aromatics recovery and rearrangement to make benzene, toluene, ethyl-benzene and
xylene (BTEX) Product blending to make gasoline,
diesel, heating oil, and fuel oil Refining economics
YOU WI L L L E A RN
Safety concerns with handling H2S and H2S rich

streams
Composition of typical refinery sour gas and acid gas
feeds and their characterization
The different types of amines: advantages and
disadvantages
How to select an amine from the various types available
and calculate amine circulation rates required
How to select a sour water processing scheme
How to select sulfur recovery unit configuration
About the economics of tail gas treatment plant
selection to meet legislation
Individual processes, engineering, materials, and
construction challenges
How to handle the operation of units, interaction and
challenges encountered
How to maximize reliability
How to increase sulfur removal and recovery by
debottlenecking, changing solvents, and sulfur plant
oxygen injection
This is an intermediate, five-day course with an

established, successful format that has been delivered
worldwide to refinery and natural gas process engineers
and managers. Practical acid gas removal, sour water
stripping, and sulfur recovery processes are stressed.
Details of chemistry, process conditions and materials are
described as required to assure a real understanding of
the processes and their materials, construction, and
operational issues. To ensure that participants return to
their workplace with enhanced ability and understanding,
a large portion of the course includes participant
discussions and problem solving.
Source and compositions of refinery sour gas and sour

water streams
Types of sulfur compounds and ammonia and their
affects on treating, stripping, and sulfur recovery
Gas treating with amines Acid Gas Removal Unit
(ARU)
Sour water stripping (SWS)
Elemental sulfur recovery Sulfur Recovery Unit (SRU)
Tail gas treating Tail Gas Unit/Tail Gas Clean-Up
(TGU /TGCU)
Incineration

HOUSTON, U.S.
ORLANDO, U.S.
20-24 APR 2015

14-18 SEP 2015
US$3,860
US$3,820


REFINING
Maintenance Planning
& Work Control (OM-41)
SUBSURFACE
In addition to the courses in this training guide, PetroSkills offers a

full collection of unique competency-based training programs for the
Subsurface sector of the industry. Courses in the following disciplines
are offered publicly and on an in-house basis for 2014-2015.
Subsurface
Geophysics
Petrophysics
Petroleum Data Management
Geology
Reservoir Engineering
Unconventional Resources
Production & Completions Well Construction/Drilling
Engineering
For full descriptions, schedules, and pricing for all courses in these disciplines, as well as the courses listed on the
following pages, visit our website at www.petroskills.com or contact us at [email protected],
+1.918.828.2500 or 1 (800) 821.5933 (toll free in the U.S. and Canada)
65
Basic Petroleum Technology (BPT)
Basic Petroleum Engineering

Practices (BE)
BASIC
BASIC
DESIGNED FOR
Secretarial, administrative, management, field support, accounting,

purchasing, economics, legal, finance, human resources, drafting, land
and data processing personnel, as well as investors and royalty owners.
Participants involved at the technical level of the industry, particularly
engineers, technicians or others with mathematics background through
basic calculus, should register for the Basic Petroleum Engineering
Practices course.
Engineers, engineering trainees, technical managers and assistants,

technicians, geologists, geophysicists, chemists, physicists, service
company personnel, sales representatives, and data processing personnel.
YOU WILL LEARN
Basic geology as related to oil and gas reservoirs

Reservoir fluid and rock properties
Basics of seismic technology
Reservoir definition and development; production and recovery
Unconventional gas (tight shale gas)
Fundamentals of drilling, well completions and production operations
Basic concepts of primary and enhanced recovery operations
Surface operations
Terminology of exploration and production (language of the oil field)
ABOUT THE COURSE
This course presents a non-technical, practical understanding of petroleum

industry technology in an interesting, effective, and efficient manner. Included
are the basics of the industry from terminology through basic technology and
from geology through processing of the petroleum product. Participants are
placed in the position of Reservoir Engineer, and Our Reservoir is defined,
analyzed and put in production. Next, drill sites are chosen. Participants are
then placed in the position of Drilling/Completion Engineer, and the drilling/
completion program for Our Well is analyzed. Participation results in greater
job confidence, enthusiasm and productivity. Basic Petroleum Technology is
ideal for staff who need to be able to understand the various aspects of oil and
gas operations and speak the language of the oilfield. The first day will give an
introduction to the industry and cover reservoir fluids. The next two days will
include petroleum geology and reservoirs, and introduce exploration
technology. The fourth day will get into drilling engineering, operations, and
well completion technology. The course will wrap up with production
technology, reservoir development, and surface processing.
COURSE CONTENT
Reservoir fluid properties Petroleum geology The petroleum reservoir

Unconventional gas (tight shale gas) Exploration technology Drilling
technology Well completion and workover Production operations
Recovery Surface processing Offshore operations
YOU WILL LEA RN
Basic petroleum geology

Reservoir fluid and rock properties
Fundamentals of reservoir fluid flow
Oil and gas reservoir classification, definition, delineation and development
Fundamentals of drilling, well completion, and production operations
Basics of casing design and primary cementing
Primary and enhanced recovery mechanisms
Surface operations
A BOUT THE COURS E
This course is far more than an introduction to petroleum engineering and certainly is not
a superficial presentation of the technology of the industry. Its purpose is to develop an
understanding of the technology and its applications at an engineers level, and the
confidence and professional enthusiasm which comes with that understanding. The
course has had a revolutionary effect on training programs for many major oil and service
companies by making specialized training that follows far more effective. Participants
enter those specialized programs with a depth of understanding of that particular
technology and relation to other classic and new technologies of the industry. The course
focuses on the field and application approach, and includes classroom exercises,
fundamental engineering problems, and basic field exercises.
Basic Petroleum Engineering Practices will set the foundation for technical professionals
with regards to technology and its engineering applications. The course starts out with a
brief introduction of the history and current state of the oil and gas industry. Next,
reservoir fluids, petroleum geology, and petroleum reservoirs are discussed. Then,
various facets of exploration technology, drilling engineering and operations, well
completion technology, and production technology are covered before finishing with
surface processing of produced fluids.
COURSE CONTENT
Reservoir fluid properties

Petroleum geology
Reservoir properties and evaluation
Exploration technology
Drilling engineering
Well completion, stimulation and workover
Well testing and formation damage
Production operations
Recovery methods
Surface processing
2014-15 Schedule / 5 Days

ABERDEEN, U.K.
DENVER, U.S.
DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.

2015

16-20 MAR 2015

8-12 JUN 2015
26-30 JUL 2015
20-24 OCT 2014
9-13 FEB 2015
27 APR-1 MAY
13-17 JUL 2015

19-23 OCT 2015
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA 1-5 DEC 2014

16-20 NOV 2015
24-28 NOV 2014
LONDON, U.K.

18-22 MAY 2015

17-21 AUG 2015

2-6 NOV 2015
PITTSBURGH, U.S.
10-14 AUG 2015
Available from anywhere via PetroFlex delivery (see pg.81)
See website for tuition.
ABERDEEN, U.K.
DENVER, U.S.
DUBAI, U.A.E.
HOUSTON, U.S.

13-17 JUL 2015

3-7 AUG 2015
17-21 MAY 2015
17-21 NOV 2014
15-19 DEC 2014
2-6 FEB 2015
20-24 APR 2015
6-10 JUL 2015
31 AUG-4 SEP 2015
HOUSTON, U.S.
16-20 NOV 2015

14-18 DEC 2015
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA 24-28 AUG 2015
1-5 DEC 2014
LONDON, U.K.

16-20 FEB 2015

21-25 SEP 2015

30 NOV-4 DEC 2015
OKLAHOMA CITY, U.S.
23-27 MAR 2015
Available from anywhere via PetroFlex delivery (see pg.81)
SUBSURFACE
DESIGNED FOR
SUBSURFACE
66
Surface Production Operations (PO3)
Basic Drilling, Completion

and Workover Operations (BDC)
BASIC
BASIC
DESIGNED FOR
DESIGNED FOR
Technical, field, service, support and supervisory personnel having interaction with
Facilities Engineers and desiring to gain an awareness level understanding of the field
processing of production fluids. This course is excellent for cross-training. This course
delivers an understanding of all the fundamental field treating facilities: What they are Why they are needed - How they work.
Technical, field, service, support and supervisory personnel desiring to gain an introductory
overview of these topics and how they interrelate. Excellent for cross-training of other
technical disciplines such as reservoir and surface facility engineers plus geoscientists,
and anyone who interacts with drilling, completion or workover design engineers such as
technical supervisors and technical service personnel.
Y O U W I L L L E A RN
This is not a fundamental course for training engineers seeking a career in drilling or
workovers (for these,PO1 is recommended).
The physical properties and phase behavior of crude oil and natural gas that govern
production operations
Field processes for treating and conditioning full wellstream production for sales or final
disposition
An introduction to the wide range of equipment used to process, treat, transport, and store
oilfield produced fluids
The basics of oilfield corrosion prevention, detection and treatment
How to determine and minimize pressure drop in pipelines, valves and pressured vessels
Internal workings of separators, pumps, compressors, valves and other treating equipment
An overview of the processes and equipment used to handle acid gases
A basic understanding of a wide range of produced fluid volume measurement and metering
devices
A description of treating equipment whether located on the surface, offshore platform or sea
floor
A B O U T T H E C OU RSE
The purpose of this course is to present an overview and basic understanding of the wide
range of oilfield production handling and treatment equipment. The participant should learn
not only what but how field fluid treating equipment works. The fundamental principles of
fluid behavior are first introduced, then applied to all of the various equipment and systems
comprising production operations. Emphasis is on understanding the internal workings inside
the piping, valves and treating vessels. A major goal of this course is to improve
communication among the technical disciplines, field and office in order to enhance
operational efficiencies, lower costs and improve production economics. Example step-by-step
exercises are worked together with the instructor to drive home the important points. Daily
sessions include formal presentation interspersed with many short directed discussions and
problem solving.
C O U R S E C O N TEN T
Properties of produced fluids: Impact of pressure, temperature and fluid on key

hydrocarbon parameters and fluid behavior Valves: API valves, chokes, regulators, and
flow control devices; principle of operation and effect on fluid condition Safety systems:
surface safety control systems; relief valves; pressure ratings; API recommended practices
Flowlines, manifolds and gathering systems: material selection, pressure drop
considerations, line sizing, corrosion, noise and erosion concerns, full wellstream production,
two and three phase fluid flow, pigging, slugs, foam and emulsions Mechanical
equipment: Pumps, compressors, heaters, sour and acid gas treating, pressured vessels,
storage facilities and other surface treating/fluid handling equipment Gas separation /
treating: two and three phase separation, free water removal, treatment of emulsions, hydrate
prevention and treatment, vapor recovery, gas conditioning for sales, injection or field usage
Oil / water separation and treatment: two and three phase separation, emulsion
breaking, asphaltenes, solids control, removal of residual oil-in-water and water-in-oil to meet
pipeline specifications or injection / disposal requirements, hydrocyclones and new water / oil
treating equipment Fluid measurement and instrumentation: Liquid and gas
metering using positive displacement meters, orifices, sonic meters, mass measurement
meters, three phase flow measurement and new metering devices Acid gas treatment:
field handling and treatment of sour and acid gases, safety considerations, API standards
Corrosion: fundamental principles; detection, prevention and treatment Treating facility
innovations: up-to-date description of new equipment for handling high pressure/
temperature, three phase flow from subsea and remote locations
YOU WILL LEA RN
How drilling, completing and reworking a well affects its ability to produce
What can be done within open-hole and cased wells, as a part of reservoir management
How drilling practices can damage or stimulate producing wells
A BOUT THE COURS E
This course gives a technical overview of the science and art of drilling operations, completion
practices and post-completion wellbore enhancement or remedial workover techniques (well
intervention). It develops an understanding of the WHAT, WHY, and HOW of each of these areas
of engineering practice. Reservoir Engineers will learn what can be done within open-hole and
cased wells as they execute reservoir management. Drilling and completion personnel will learn
how the producing reservoir can be damaged or stimulated by what they do. The participants
learn to visualize what is happening downhole, discover what can be accomplished and gain
an appreciation for wellbore risks and the possibility of damage to the formation; and how
drilling and completion practices can alter reservoir interpretation and performance. The
participant will become conversant with specific technical terminology and aware of practical
applications, which should enhance communication and interaction between disciplines.
COURSE CONTENT
Overview of workover techniques:

Stimulation application: surfactants,
solvents, acidizing, fracturing & deep
perforating
Formation & sand control: screens,
chemical consolidation, gravel
packing, frac-pack, new & novel
techniques
Scale & corrosion
Paraffin & asphaltenes
Recompletions
Reworks
Sidetracking
Deepening
Coiled tubing
Overview of the completion process:
Zonal isolation
Tubing, packers & completion
equipment
Safety & flow control devices
Open hole completions
Basic completion types
Perforating
Open & cased hole logging

Formation damage & treatment
Completion fluids
Multiple completions
Overview of the drilling process:
Overall drilling practices
Language of drilling
Reservoir rock and fluid properties
Rigs & rig equipment
Drilling string components & design
Bits
Drilling fluids & hydraulics
Rig operation
MWD
Well control
Hole problems & stuck pipe
Drilling risks
Cores and coring
Casing design & installation
Primary cementing
Directional, horizontal, multilateral &
under-balanced drilling
Wellhead & trees

BAKERSFIELD, U.S.
CALGARY, CANADA
2015
DALLAS, U.S.

DUBAI, U.A.E.

HOUSTON, U.S.
23-27 MAR 2015

27 APR-1 MAY
6-10 OCT 2014
5-9 OCT 2015
23-27 NOV 2014
8-12 NOV 2015
15-19 DEC 2014

18-22 MAY 2015
HOUSTON, U.S.
31 AUG-4 SEP 2015

14-18 DEC 2015
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA 25-29 MAY 2015
LONDON, U.K.
10-14 AUG 2015
MIDLAND, U.S.
3-7 NOV 2014

16-20 NOV 2015
OKLAHOMA CITY, U.S.
6-10 APR 2015
ABERDEEN, U.K.
BAKERSFIELD, U.S.

CALGARY, CANADA

DALLAS, U.S.
DENVER, U.S.
HOUSTON, U.S.

9-13 FEB 2015

20-24 OCT 2014
26-30 OCT 2015
20-24 APR 2015
14-18 SEP 2015
6-10 JUL 2015
11-15 MAY 2015
3-7 NOV 2014
8-12 DEC 2014
HOUSTON, U.S.
23-27 MAR 2015

1-5 JUN 2015

10-14 AUG 2015

2-6 NOV 2015

7-11 DEC 2015
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA 24-28 NOV 2014

23-27 NOV 2015
LONDON, U.K.
17-21 AUG 2015
MIDLAND, U.S.
27 APR-1 MAY 2015
67
Production Operations 1 (PO1)
Basic Reservoir Engineering (BR)
FOUNDATION
BASIC
DES IG NE D F O R
YO U W IL L L E A R N H O W TO
Gain insight into typical geological models
including unconventional heavy oil, shale gas,
and shale oil
Design and properly select well completion
mechanical equipment
Evaluate the flow capacity of a well
Achieve successful well casing primary
cementing and remedial casing cement repair
techniques
Select equipment and engineer alternate
methods for perforating operations in varied
down hole well environments including
underbalanced procedures
Utilize alternate well intervention techniques of
applied wireline operations and coiled tubing
methods
Recognize harsh well producing environments
leading to potential corrosion and erosion
failure, scale formation, and related downhole
deposits
Choose proper wellbore completion and
workover fluids, fluid solids control, and fluids
filtration standards and best practice methods
Distinguish the characteristics and types of
mechanical artificial lift systems
Ascertain why and how formations become
damaged and how to interpret, prevent, and
correct reservoir damage
Collect data to categorize options to choose an
optimum well stimulation plan
Understand the causes of and the best
approach to managing sand production

Understand how to properly acidize a carbonate
or a sandstone reservoir
Understand the proper use and effects of
surfactants and their presence in the oilfield
in order to benefit from their use and avoid
problems mis-application
Manage organic paraffin and asphaltene field
deposits in tubing and surface facilities
Understand modern fracture stimulation and
productivity improvement including multistage
horizontal well shale gas and shale oil massive
frac job design and operations
Review heavy oil development and extraction
including mining operations and current
modern thermal processes
Choose proven technology for cased hole
production logging tools and interpretation
methods
Select mechanical and / or permeability altering
chemical methods to attempt downhole water
shut off
Recognize, prevent, and manage corrosive
conditions and typical common soluble and
insoluble scales
Apply technologies including: expandable
tubulars and screens, intelligent well
completions, wellbore fiber optic data
gathering and transmission, interval control
valves, multi-lateral completions, and
elastomer swellable tubulars
A B OUT TH E C O U R S E
The Production Operations 1 course represents the core foundation of PetroSkills production
engineering course curriculum and is the foundation for future studies in the discipline. The
participant will become familiar with past proven, and, newer technologies, procedures, and
techniques to improve and increase oil, gas, and condensate production. The entire course structure
applies a proven methodology, least cost, integrated methods approach that allows engineers to
make careful and prudent business decisions. The PO1 course is one of PetroSkills most popular.
C OUR S E C O N T E N T
Importance of the geological model Reservoir engineering fundamentals in production operations
Well testing methods applicable to production operations Understanding inflow and outflow and
applied system analysis Primary and remedial cementing operations Well completion design
and equipment Completion and workover well fluids Perforating design and applications
Production logging Artificial lift completions Problem wells Formation damage Acidizing
Corrosion control Scale deposition, removal, and prevention Surfactants Paraffin and
asphaltenes Sand control Hydraulic fracturing Unconventional Resources - Shale Gas and Oil,
Heavy Oil and Bitumen

ABERDEEN, U.K.
BAKERSFIELD, U.S.

BOGOTA, COLOMBIA
CALGARY, CANADA

COVINGTON, U.S.
DENVER, U.S.
DUBAI, U.A.E.

HOUSTON, U.S.
13-24 APR 2015

10-21 NOV 2014
9-20 NOV 2015
24 AUG-4 SEP 2015
2-13 FEB 2015
13-24 APR 2015
24 AUG-4 SEP 2015
3-14 AUG 2015
2-13 MAR 2015
7-18 DEC 2014
15-26 NOV 2015
20-31 OCT 2014
HOUSTON, U.S.
8-19 DEC 2014

16-27 MAR 2015

1-12 JUN 2015

14-25 SEP 2015

19-30 OCT 2015

7-18 DEC 2015
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA 30 NOV-11 DEC 2015
LONDON, U.K.
3-14 NOV 2014

15-26 JUN 2015

2-13 NOV 2015
MIDLAND, U.S.
11-22 MAY 2015
PERTH, AUSTRALIA
7-18 SEP 2015
DESIGNED FOR
Geologists, geophysicists, engineers, engineering trainees, technical managers,

technical assistants, technicians, chemists, physicists, technical supervisors, service
company personnel, sales representatives, data processing personnel, and support
staff working with reservoir definition, development and production.
YOU WILL LEA RN
The fundamentals of fluid flow in porous media

How reservoirs are characterized by fluid type and drive mechanisms
The basis for reservoir fluid distribution
About oil and gas well performance and pressure buildup analysis
About oil displacement and optimizing reservoir performance
The basics of enhanced oil recovery
How oil and gas in place can be estimated and recovery predicted
A BOUT THE COURS E
The intent of Basic Reservoir Engineering is development of a more complete

understanding of the characteristics of oil and gas reservoirs, from fluid and rock
characteristics through reservoir definition, delineation, classification, development plan,
and production. Data collection, integration and application directed toward maximizing
recovery are stressed. Basic reservoir engineering equations are introduced with emphasis
directed to parameter significance and an understanding of the results. For nearly 30 years
this has been one of our most popular and successful courses.
The first day of the course includes an discussions on reservoir geology, an overview of
drilling and production, reservoir properties, and PVT. The next two days cover rock
properties, original oil in place, relative permeability, reservoir and drive mechanisms, well
testing, and fluid flow in radial systems. The fourth day goes over inflow/outflow
performance, pressure maintenance and recovery efficiency, optimizing reservoir
performance, waterflooding and enhanced oil recovery, material balance, and decline
curves. The course wraps up on the last day with gas reservoirs and reservoir development
planning.
As part of the Basic Reservoir Engineering course, there are class exercises designed to be
solved by hand with a calculator. For those that prefer to use spreadsheets to do the
calculations, participants are welcome to bring their own laptop computer.
COURSE CONTENT
Reservoir fluid properties

Coring practices and rock properties
Fundamentals of fluid flow
Reservoir fluid distribution
Reservoir classification
Reservoir drive mechanisms
Oil and gas well performance
Pressure buildup analysis
Oil displacement concepts
Estimation of oil-in-place and gas-in-place
Recovery

ABERDEEN, U.K.

ABU DHABI, U.A.E.
BAKERSFIELD, U.S.

BOGOTA, COLOMBIA
CALGARY, CANADA

COVINGTON, U.S.
DALLAS, U.S.
DENVER, U.S.
HOUSTON, U.S.

8-12 DEC 2014

7-11 DEC 2015
17-21 MAY 2015
10-14 NOV 2014
9-13 NOV 2015
5-9 OCT 2015
3-7 NOV 2014
8-12 DEC 2014
9-13 MAR 2015
2-6 NOV 2015
7-11 DEC 2015
10-14 AUG 2015
13-17 APR 2015
1-5 JUN 2015
6-10 OCT 2014
1-5 DEC 2014
HOUSTON, U.S.
2-6 FEB 2015

16-20 MAR 2015

4-8 MAY 2015

13-17 JUL 2015

14-18 SEP 2015

26-30 OCT 2015

30 NOV-4 DEC 2015
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA 17-21 AUG 2015
LONDON, U.K.
20-24 OCT 2014

23-27 MAR 2015

27-31 JUL 2015

19-23 OCT 2015
MIDLAND, U.S.
13-17 OCT 2014

12-16 OCT 2015
ORLANDO, U.S.
24-28 AUG 2015
PERTH, AUSTRALIA
26-30 JAN 2015
SUBSURFACE
Petroleum engineers, production operations staff, reservoir engineers, facilities staff,

drilling and completion engineers; geologists; field supervisors and managers; field
technicians, service company engineers and managers, and, especially engineers
starting a work assignment in production engineering and operations or other engineers
wanting a firm foundation in production engineering.
YOUR LOCATION.
YOUR SCHEDULE.
YOUR TEAM.
OUR EXPERT.
BRING PETROSKILLS TRAINING TO
YOUR LOCATION YOUR TEAM!
Do you have twelve or more individuals that need the same training at the
same time? We can help! Simply go to: www.petroskills.com/inhouse
In-house courses allow participants to receive comprehensive training and individualized attention from top
instructors. They are an excellent solution to training needs when travel budgets are reduced. Using our resources,
we can develop customized and relevant training programs on virtually any petroleum-related subject while
incorporating your companys data into the curriculum. These courses are limited to your internal employees and can
be held anywhere you need training.
Contact us to schedule an In-house training course today! Go to www.petroskills.com/inhouse to reserve your
training for your team, or call +1 918-828-2500 or toll free +1 800-821-5933.
FREE Download: Before you allow a vendor to bring training onsite, be sure
to read our report entitled: How to Avoid the 5 Big Mistakes Companies
Make When Bringing In Outside Training Vendors
go to www.petroskills.com/5mistakes
Competency Development and Assurance Solutions

Developing the skills of a growing workforce is becoming increasingly important and
challenging. Ensuring the competency of individuals and groups, building specialists,
assuring workplace competence and workforce planning is mission-critical. How does your
organization handle these and other challenges?
PetroSkills has the processes, tools and experience to help

companies address the challenges in Competency Development
and Assurance.
Competency Framework Industry-standard competency

frameworks, customized to company Job Positions relevant,
usable, effective.
Learning and Development Content Industry approved

course material through instructor-led training, remote delivery
and other e-learning modules. On- the-job training including
coaching and mentoring.
Competency-Focused Technology Easy-to-use software

for management and reporting for Competency, Compliance
and Assurance.
People and Process PetroSkills consultants ensure rapid and

effective implementation and sustainability.
PetroSkills is the industry leader in Competency

Development and Assurance Solutions.
To learn more about our Competency Development and
Assurance Solutions, email: [email protected],
or visit: petroskills.com/compasscatalog and view
a presentation on The 5 Myths of Workforce
Development today!
Jeff Zinkham brings a wealth of
experience to his new role as
Director, Competency Consulting
and Solutions at PetroSkills.
70
Come Visit Us At These
Conferences & Conventions

URTeC Unconventional Resources
Technology Conference
25-27 AUGUST 2014; DENVER, COLORADO, USA
Visit us in Booth #901!
SPE Annual Technical Conference & Exhibition

27-29 OCTOBER 2014; AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS
Visit us in Booth #1433!
PETEX
18-20 NOVEMBER 2014; LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
Visit us in Booth #E33!
IPTC International Petroleum Technology

Conference
10-12 DECEMBER 2014; KUA LA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA
Visit us in Booth #A402!
LRGCC Laurance Reid Gas Conditioning

Conference
22-25 FEBRUARY 2015; NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, USA
IADC/SPE Drilling Conference & Exhibition

17-19 MARCH 2015; EXCEL LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
GPA Gas Processors Association

Annual Convention
12-15 APRIL 2015; SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, USA
EAGE European Assoc. of Geoscientists &

Engineers Conference & Exhibition
18-22 JULY 2015; LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA USA
SPWLA Society of Petrophysicists and

Well Log Analysts Intl. Symposium
18-22 JULY 2015; LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA USA
AAPG American Association of Petroleum

Geologists Convention & Exhibition
13-16 SEPTEMBER 2015; MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA
Gastech
27-30 OCTOBER 2015; SINGAPORE
For a full list of our 2014-15 Conference Attendance, go to our
website at www.petroskills.com.
advance
Announcing An Exciting nEw ProgrAm
career!
certificate Program
Your PetroSkillS advanced
By successfully completing four courses over a 36 month period, you

can earn your PetroSkills Advanced Certificate
Advance Your Career with the
Petroskills Advanced Certificate
Program
Programs Include:
PetroSkills Advanced Certificate in Gas Processing
PetroSkills Advanced Certificate in Process Facilities
PetroSkills Advanced Certificate in Offshore
PetroSkills Advanced Certificate in Pipelines
Janell | AdvAnced certificAte in GAS PrOceSSinG

received October 2013
CourSeS tAken:
Gas Conditioning and Processing - G-4 / Orlando

Gas Treating and Sulfur Recovery - G-6 / Houston
Piping Systems: Mechanical Design and Specification - ME-41 / Denver
Fundamentals of Pump and Compressor Systems -ME-44 / Houston
Petroskills Advanced Certificate Program Details

steP 1
Go to petroSkills.com/advanced and request more information on

the PetroSkills Advanced Certificate Program.
steP 2
Successfully complete four of the eligible courses within a 36

month window (eligible courses vary by discipline).
steP 3
You will then be awarded with your PetroSkills Advanced

Certificate! This unique certificate recognizes your commitment
to decreasing your time to competency and dedication to
increasing your knowledge and skills.
Note: Courses from the progression previously taken will count toward
your PetroSkills Advanced Certificate.
Full details can be found at petroskills.com/advanced
72
Our Instructors
FRANK ASHFORD
ROBI BENDORF
DR. FRANK ASHFORD has 40 years experience in

oil and gas producing facilities. Dr. Ashford joined
with John M. Campbell & Co. in 1988; he provides
instruction fluently in either Spanish or English.
Previous to joining John M. Campbell & Co., Dr.
Ashford was a Professor at Central University of
Venezuela, Caracas, Venezuela, where he taught various
courses in Natural Gas Engineering Technology. He
has authored technical articles published in World
Oil, JPT, SPE, Intevep Pub., PDVSA, Pacific Oil World,
AAPG, SPELAC, and GPA. He holds a B.S., a M.S. and a
PhD in Petroleum Engineering from the University of
Oklahoma.
ROBI BENDORF, CPSM, MCIPS, C.P.M., M.ED, has

over 35 years of purchasing and sales experience,
involving domestic and international activities, for a
broad range of manufacturing and service businesses.
He has extensive experience in consulting and training
in purchasing, contracts, reengineering the supply
management process, the management of procurement
functions, global sourcing of materials and components,
reducing cost of purchased materials and services, and
negotiation of complex transactions and contracts.
He has held purchasing and contracts management
positions in high volume manufacturing, subcontract,
job shop, and service operations, involving gas turbine
manufacturing, power generation, nuclear and fossil
power plants, electrical distribution and control,
air conditioning equipment and global sourcing
services. Prior to becoming a full-time consultant in
1994, he served as Manager of Customer and Supplier
Development for the Westinghouse Trading Company.
He has given presentations on numerous purchasing
and contract management topics to the Institute for
Supply Management (ISM/NAPM), major universities,
and numerous in-house seminars for industrial
and services clients in the US and over 170 public
seminars internationally. He was selected to present
seminars at the last 17 Institute for Supply Management
International Conferences and is the contributor of
numerous articles published in Purchasing Today and
Inside Supply Management. Robi was selected as ISMs
National Person of the Year in both Global Resources
and in Education/Learning. Robi is a lifetime C.P.M.,
and has received ISMs new certification, the CPSM, and
also holds the MCIPS Certification as awarded by CIPS.
He has an undergraduate degree from the University of
Texas, and a Masters Degree from Penn State University.
His energetic and enthusiastic style, combined with
extensive functional experience, makes him an excellent
consultant, trainer, and facilitator of change.
JOHN BARR
MR. JOHN BARR has over 30 years experience of working
in the pipeline and storage industries, holding senior
project engineering positions with responsibilities for
multi-disciplined design projects as a senior consultant
and project manager. In addition to conceptual studies,
FEED and detailed design projects for pipelines, project
activities have also included, oil and gas field
development, pipeline and installation rehabilitation, online inspection, materials procurement and construction
activities, for both proposed and operational pipeline
systems. John has been involved with international
projects, including Algeria, Azerbaijan, Egypt, Georgia,
Norway, Poland, Syria, Tanzania, Tunisia, Turkmenistan,
Russia (FSU), UAE, UK and Yemen. He is based in the UK
and is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Gas
Engineers and Managers.
JAMES BEASLEY
MR. JAMES BEASLEY has over 40 years of experience
in project management, engineering, and construction
management of pipeline systems and military
facilities. Mr. Beasley joined Butler Associates, Inc.,
the predecessor company of Willbros Engineers (U.S.),
LLC, in 1973 as a Project Manager. He was named
Vice President and Manager of Projects in 1981. In
1984, Mr. Beasley became Executive Vice President and
Chief Operating Officer, and in 1986 was promoted to
President and Chief Operating Officer, a position he
held until August 2003. In 2001, Mr. Beasley was given
additional responsibilities as Senior Vice President of
Willbros USA, Inc., the parent company of Willbros
Engineers (U.S.), LLC. Mr. Beasley is a member of
Tau Beta Pi and Chi Epsilon and a former member of
the American Society of Civil Engineers and Project
Management Institute. He received M.S. and B.S.
degrees in Civil Engineering from the University of
Missouri.
DON BEESLEY
MR. DON BEESLEY has over 38 years of management,
engineering, and operations experience in the oil and
gas industry - virtually all on Gulf of Mexico projects,
including subsea systems, floating systems and fixed
platforms. He has worked for operators Eni, Shell and
Texaco, and has held management positions including
Project Development Manager and Production Manager.
Mr. Beesley has been a member of industry groups Deep
Water Repair Underwater Pipeline Emergencies (DW
RUPE) and Subsea Tieback Forum (SSTB). He earned his
B.S. in Civil Engineering from Auburn University, and
he is a registered professional engineer in the states of
Texas and Louisiana.
GARY BLACKBURN
MR. GARY BLACKBURN is President of John M.
Campbell Consulting. He has over 40 years of
experience in engineering and management of oil and
gas developments. During his 27 years with Shell
Oil Company, he managed drilling, production and
construction engineering and operations in the Gulf
of Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Alaska.
While working in ABBs Floating Production Systems
Division, Gary led engineering teams designing
deepwater systems, naval architecture, structural,
topside facilities, drilling systems and floating system
hulls. After an assignment as the ABBs Project Manager
for ExxonMobils Kizomba A TLP, he was assigned as
ABBs Vice President - Project Execution. In this role,
he was responsible for oversight of ongoing projects
and development of new processes for EPC project
execution. After leaving ABB, Gary provided consulting
services for drilling systems selection and producing
operations management to several major operators.
JAN BLUM
MR. JAN BLUM is a seasoned Asset Management
professional with 33 years experience in the oil gas
and downstream business sectors. At the moment he
is based in Suriname working as Technical Service
Manager for a national oil refinery. He worked 30 years
with Shell and fulfilled roles as Inspection, Shutdown,
and Asset Manager and for 10 years was Training
Director for the group Asset Management. He has

developed and delivered training all over the world
and has broad consultancy experience. Mr. Blum is a
Chartered Mechanical Engineer and post graduate in
inspection and welding. He has worked and lived in
several countries including Saudi Arabia, New Zealand
and Suriname.
ROBERT BOMBARDIERI
MR. ROBERT BOMBARDIERI has almost 30 years' in
the oil and gas industry. His expertise is the use of
process engineering to optimize operating facilities
economics via addressing availability, product recovery
and bottleneck issues. As such, Mr. Bombardieri has
tested, identified, designed, project managed and led
implementation of numerous molecular sieve, NGL
recovery, sulfur recovery and debottleneck projects in
several countries. He also has had roles in operations,
business development and management. Mr.
Bombardieri co-authored a paper on molecular sieve
dehydration that was selected 'Best Paper Award' at the
2008 Gas Processor's Association annual convention
and was published in the Oil and Gas Journal. He has
a B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the University of
Alberta and an M.B.A. from Tulane University.
MARK BOTHAMLEY
MR. MARK BOTHAMLEY is Chief Engineer with John
M. Campbell & Co. His experience covers the areas of
design, operation, troubleshooting and optimization of
offshore and onshore oil and gas production and treating
facilities. Prior to joining JMC he was with BP/Amoco
for 24 years, in several locations around the world.
Mr. Bothamley is a past chairman of the SPE Facilities
Subcommittee and a former member of the GPSA Data
Book Editorial Review Board. Mr. Bothamley holds a
B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Lakehead University
in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, and a Diploma in
Natural Gas and Petroleum Technology from the British
Columbia Institute of Technology in Vancouver, B.C.
Canada.
JOHN C. BOURDON
MR. JOHN C. BOURDON has more than twenty-nine
years experience in hydrocarbon processing and
specializes in sulfur recovery processes for the
petroleum refining industry. Mr. Bourdon has been
involved in the development of several sulfur-related
technologies and mechanical innovations, has authored
several papers and made presentations worldwide.
He has experience with several E&C firms including
extensive start-up and troubleshooting activities. He
consults for both North American and international
clients. He is a registered professional engineer and is
fluent in English and Spanish. Mr. Bourdon has a B.S.
in Chemical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of
Technology and advanced degrees in other fields.
LUIS BRITO-PINO
MR. LUIS BRITO-PINO has more than 19 years of
experience working for the Oil Refining, Gas &
Petrochemical Industries, and also for the Engineering
& Design firms for those same sectors. During that
time, he has held several technical engineering and midlevel management positions, including Optimization
& Planning Superintendent for one of the Venezuelan
Orinoco Belt Extra Heavy Oil Upgraders (SINCOR).
Mr. Brito has lived and worked in Caracas, Maracaibo,
73
Puerto La Cruz (Venezuela), Puebla (Mexico), Madrid

(Spain) and recently in Adelaide (Australia). He is
currently based in Whyalla (South Australia, Australia),
where he works for an Australian company within the
Oil & Gas sector. Mr. Brito earned a Master of Science
degree in Oil Refining, Gas & Petrochemical from the
Institute Francois du Petrol (IFP) and a BS in Chemical
Engineering from Simon Bolivar University in Caracas,
Venezuela.
in the industry he has served in a variety of roles in

operations management and consulting activities. Mr.
Chandra was a Senior Principal in the consulting firm
of Purvin & Gertz, Inc. He has worked on a variety of
assignments in the areas of market analysis, forecasting,
gas processing and transportation costs. He has served
in managerial roles for multiple gas processing facilities
in multiple regions around the world and holds a B.S. in
Chemical Engineering from Texas A&M University, and
an M.B.A from the University of Houston.
PAUL A. CARMODY
MR. PAUL A. CARMODY has more than 34 years of
experience in the petroleum industry. During his
32 years with Hess Corporation and its predecessor,
Amerada Hess Corporation, Mr. Carmody has been
involved in nearly all aspects of oil and gas engineering
from the reservoir sand face through the outlet of gas
plants. He is a registered Professional Engineer in
North Dakota where his experience includes Bakken oil
development, production engineering, pipelines, and
compressor station installations. West Texas experience
includes CO2 EOR flood gas gathering, CO2 pipelines,
and gas plant engineering. His gas plant experience
includes three expansions of a CO2 Gas plant, cryogenic
gas plants, and lean oil plant processes where he has
supplies process and design engineering services. He
has served as a board member of the CO2 Conference
in Midland. He recently retired in order to devote
himself to providing technical instruction through
J.M. Campbell and Company and advancing upstream
facilities technology through J.M. Campbell Consulting.
Mr. Carmody graduated from the University of
Connecticut with a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
RALPH CHADEESINGH
DR. RALPH CHADEESINGH holds a PhD (Chemical
Engineering) from the University of Cambridge, UK,
and is currently Project Engineering Manager with
one of the worlds leading Engineering, Procurement,
Construction and Commissioning companies. With
over 15 years of experience in the Petroleum Industry,
he is also a Petroleum Engineer, Physicist and Chemist
and has held technical and managerial positions ranging
from Senior Technology Advisor (BP) to Technical
Manager for an Environmental Company based in
Alberta, Canada. Ralph has also done academic teaching
at various universities including the University of
Cambridge, in subjects which include Thermodynamics,
Process Calculations, Industrial Chemistry and Energy
Studies. He has also been the PhD supervisor for several
student candidates and is a judge for the PhD Student
paper contest for the Society of Petroleum Engineers,
SPE, (Latin American region) . He holds professional
memberships and chartered status with the Institution
of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), Institute of Physics
(IOP) and the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC). He
has published in various international journals and also
peer-reviews technical papers for conferences and has
co-authored a book in Biofuels. Ralph is a Technical
Program Committee member for the SPE (Latin America
& Caribbean) and chairs sessions in Gas Technologies,
Water and CO2 production and management, Flow
Assurance and Production Chemistry, and Health Safety
and the Environment.
AJEY CHANDRA
MR. AJEY CHANDRa has 25 years experience in
the energy industry, primarily in gas processing,
transportation and market analysis. During his time
JIMMY CLARY
MR. JIMMY CLARY has 25 years of experience in
the Hydrocarbon Processing Industries. During his
17 years with RWD Technologies, he held technical
and management positions including Senior Training
Analyst, Project Manager and Team Leader. Mr. Clary
has lived and worked in Los Angeles, California and
Houston, Texas; completing projects in Asia, Africa and
North and South America. He is currently based in
Houston where he also worked for Petroleum Testing
Services and NPR services in Special Core Analysis,
Fluid Analysis and Amine reclamation areas. Mr. Clary
earned a B.A. in Mathematics and a B.S. in Physics from
the University of Oklahoma.
MICK CRABTREE
MR. MICK CRABTREE has spent the last eight years
running industrial workshops throughout the world
in the fields of: Process Control and Instrumentation;
Data Communications; Fieldbus; Emergency Shut-down
Systems; Project Management; On-Line Analysis; and
Technical Writing and Communications. He has trained
over 5,000 engineers, technicians and scientists. Mr.
Crabtree formerly trained in aircraft instrumentation
and guided missiles in the Royal Air Force, having
completed his service career seconded to the Ministry
of Defense and he was responsible for ensuring the
reliability, maintainability and functional usefulness of
specific equipment entering the RAF. He is the former
editor and managing editor of Pulse magazine, South
Africas leading monthly journal dedicated to the
general electronic and process control instrumentation
industries. He has written and published six technical
handbooks on industrial process control. Mr.
Crabtree holds a M.Sc. (Research) in Industrial Flow
Measurement and an HNC in Electrical Engineering
(with distinctions).
PIERRE CREVIER
MR. PIERRE P. CREVIER worked in operations, design
and business development functions across Canada
prior to joining Saudi Aramco in 1992. As a member of
the Upstream Process Engineering Division in Dhahran
he provides process consultancy to the companys gas
plants and refineries. Over the last 15 years he has
led the companys efforts in addressing chronic Claus
catalyst deactivation caused by aromatic contaminants.
Mr. Crevier earned B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Chemical
Engineering from the University of Waterloo in 1980
and 1987 respectively.
JOHN R. CURRY
MR. JOHN R. CURRY is a recognized authority on the
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, pressure vessel
design, fabrication and metallurgy. He founded and
was President of Gulfex, Inc. for more than 37 years.
This firm is a major producer of pressure vessels for the
refining, natural gas, oil production and petrochemical

industries. Since 2003, he has been a lecturer on Section
VIII, Div.1 of the Code teaching engineers worldwide on
pressure vessels. He consults in the field of upgrading
and rerating existing pressure vessels for new service.
He continues to be a volunteer for the Boy Scouts of
America promoting high adventure programs for older
scouts. He has been teaching Biblical History for over
25 years. After completing his mechanical engineering
training, he completed an MBA from the University of
Texas at Austin. He spent two years in night school
studying metallurgy at Rice University.
KRIS DIGRE
MR. KRIS A. DIGRE has over 36 years of experience
working in locations around the world. He has designed
or been involved with the design of offshore structures
located off the coast of West Africa, Alaska, Australia,
Brazil, Borneo, California, China, Egypt, the Gulf of
Mexico and the North Sea. He has been involved in the
technical specification development and/or installation
of all of deepwater Tension Leg Platforms (TLP) and a
Floating Production System (FPS) in the Gulf of Mexico
and an FPSO offshore Nigeria. Mr. Digre remains
active in retirement providing advice to E&P project
groups on various Nigeria FPSO projects. Mr. Digre
is a graduate (BSCE) of Illinois Institute of Technology
and a Licensed Professional Engineer in New Jersey,
Louisiana, Texas and California.
BILL DOKIANOS
MR. WILLIAM (BILL) DOKIANOS has over 35 years
experience, primarily in Mechanical and Process
Engineering. His experience includes assignments
in operations, project execution, technical support
and engineering management; both onshore and
offshore. Mr. Dokianos has been involved in analyzing
and solving poor platform up time for both shallow
water and deep water platforms. Activities included
process control changes due to stacked separator
vessels, revising safe charts, operating settings
and reconfiguration of pipeline export pumps. He
managed a subsea tieback project in which the
platform modifications included high pressure vessel
redesign, dehydrator expansion, adding vapor recovery
units, restaging high pressure and intermediate gas
compressors and modifying bulk oil process design.
His pipeline experiences include responsibility for DOT
compliance activities and reporting, the development
and implemtation of federal risk programs and smart
pigging, pipeline construction and control center
management. Mr. Dokianos holds a B.Sc. in Electrical
Engineering, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI. He is
a Professional Engineer in Louisiana and New Mexico
and holds a General and Commercial Contractor
License in New Mexico.
ROBERT FANNING
MR. ROBERT FANNING has held various Process
Engineering and Management positions in his 26 years
with Mobil. Mr. Fannings background includes general
oilfield facilities, water flood facilities, CO2 flood
facilities, NGL recovery, and LNG. Mr. Fanning was
on the Board of the Permian Basin Chapter of the GPA
for several years and is a past President of the chapter.
He received his B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the
University of Wyoming and is a Registered Professional
Engineer in the state of Texas.
74
Our Instructors
WOLFGANG FOERG
MR. WOLFGANG FOERG has over 20 years experience
in plant system design, control system design and
selection, procurement, engineering management, and
installation and commissioning of vendor proprietary
equipment. His experience includes assignments as
project engineer, rotating equipment specialist, lead
engineer for major EPC contractors, as well as
experience in construction, module design,
commissioning and startup of plants. The types of
plants include air separation plants, gas plants, gas
storage facilities, power generation, MTBE plants,
refinery wastewater treatment facilities, phenol plants,
polypropylene plants, crude oil treating facilities and
crude oil pipelines, LNG/NGL liquefaction plants, and
LNG receiving terminals. Specific equipment experience
includes gas turbines, steam turbines, cryogenic
expanders, centrifugal compressors, reciprocating
compressors, centrifugal pumps, positive displacement
pumps, polymer extruders, refrigeration systems, diesel
engines, motors, generators, dryers, chemical injection
systems, cooling towers, boilers, and loading arms. Mr.
Foerg holds a M.S., Mechanical Engineering from Stevens
Institute of Technology and a B.S., Mechanical Engineering
from Cornell University. He is a Registered Professional
Engineer in Wyoming, Colorado, Alberta, and Texas and
is a CCHEST Safety Trained Supervisor (STS).
WILLIAM E. FORSTHOFFER
MR. WILLIAM (BILL) E. FORSTHOFFER is a graduate
of Bellarmine College, Louisville, Kentucky, where he
received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics.
Bill continued his studies at the University of Detroit,
Michigan, where he received a Bachelor of Science
degree in Mechanical Engineering. Bill spent six years
at the Delaval Turbine Company, where he designed and
tested centrifugal pumps and compressors, gears, steam
turbines and rotary (screw) pumps. Prior to leaving
Delaval, Bill held the position of Manager of Compressor
Projector Engineering responsible for the aerodynamic
and mechanical design of centrifugal compressors,
lube and seal systems and auxiliaries. Bill joined Mobil
Research and Development Corporation (MRDC) in
Princeton, New Jersey in 1974, where he was directly
involved with rotating equipment selection, design,
testing and start-up of fluid cat cracker units, reformers,
hot gas expanders and low density polyethylene plants.
From 1980 to 1985, Bill directed the application,
selection, design, testing, site pre-commissioning and
start-up of the Yanbu Petrochemical Complex in Yanbu,
Saudi Arabia. Following his overseas assignment, Bill
returned to MRDC where he established a Technical
Service Program for Mobil affiliates to provide
application, trouble-shooting and training services for
rotating equipment. Bill left Mobil in January of 1990
to found his own company. Since then, Forsthoffer
Associates, Inc. (FAI) has provided quality training,
critical equipment selection and trouble-shooting
services to the refining, petrochemical, utility and gas
transmission industries on a worldwide basis. In 2011,
FAI joined with John M. Campbell & Co. to provide two
new public courses, namely, ME-47 Rotating Machinery
Best Practices (see page 35) and REL-41 Rotating
Equipment Reliability Optimization (see page 36).
chemical treatment programs. Mr. Foster has developed

and taught courses on oilfield water treatment and
oilfield corrosion control since 1978. Other courses
included oil demulsification, paraffin and asphaltenes,
oilfield microbiology (and MIC) and refinery technology.
He was also qualified by the original training company in
its field to teach their project management course. He has
been a Chartered Chemist and Member of the Royal Society
of Chemistry for over 25 years and was also a Fellow of
the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
Mr. Foster received his B.S. in Applied Chemistry from
Portsmouth Polytechnic (UK) and his MBA from Leeds
University. He is based in the United Kingdom.
TED FRANKIEWICZ
DR. TED FRANKIEWICZ has over 30 years of
experience in the oil industry with Occidental
Petroleum, Unocal Corp., Natco Group (now Cameron),
and currently, SPEC Services, Inc. He has a Ph.D. in
Physical Chemistry from the University of Chicago,
holds 15 patents, and has authored over 25 professional
publications. At Unocal, he was responsible for
developing the water treatment systems, which were
installed in the Gulf of Thailand to remove mercury
and arsenic as well as residual oil from the produced
water. At Natco Group he developed an effective
vertical column flotation vessel design and used CFD
to diagnose problems with existing water treatment
equipment as well as to design new equipment. He
was an SPE Distinguished Lecturer on Produced
Water Treatment in 2009-10, and serves on the SPE
Steering Committee for their Global Workshop Series
on Water Treatment. His field/operational experience
in oilfield chemistry, design of process equipment,
and the development of process systems has provided
him with unique insights into the issues that challenge
operators as their water production and water treatment
complexity and cost escalates over time.
RONALD FREND
MR. RON FREND has almost forty years of engineering,
consulting and management experience starting his
career with Shell Tankers (UK) as an engineer officer
cadet through to chief engineer, then taking up a
maintenance engineering position in Oman rising to
a senior management position in Shell International
(Middle East) before opening an engineering
consultancy in 1989. His entire career has been
concerned with practical applications of maintenance,
operations and engineering. Ron is experienced in
a variety of engineering and maintenance analytical
techniques as well as possessing management skills
suitable to an engineering consultancy and a large multinational corporation. Highlights of Rons career include
centrifugal compressor optimization of surge control
systems, introduction of enveloped demodulation
vibration analysis techniques and development of a
methodology to calculate U and R values based on
infrared thermal imaging measurements. Ron is
currently based in Blackpool, England where he is
managing director of his own consultancy. He is a
registered engineer with a M.Sc. from Huddersfield
University in England as well as being a certified Chief
Engineer Officer (marine).
ALAN FOSTER
RICHARD GENTGES
MR. ALAN FOSTER spent 25 years with Petrolite

Corporation and Baker Petrolite involved in oilfield and
refinery operational problems and their resolution by
MR. RICHARD J. GENTGES has over 32 years

experience in the design, construction, and operation
of underground natural gas storage facilities. His
experience includes assignments in operations,

technical support, engineering management, and project
management. Most recently (2010-2012), he served
as Senior Project Manager for Cook Inlet Natural Gas
Storage Alaska, LLC, and was responsible for overall
construction of the first commercial underground gas
storage facility in Alaska. From 1982-2010 he worked
for ANR Pipeline Company where he held various
technical and managerial positions involving gas storage
assets. His technical experience includes performing
and analyzing well tests, reservoir performance
analysis, reservoir simulation, and overall storage
facility optimization. During his career he managed
construction projects that involved enhancements to
existing gas storage facilities and construction of new
gas storage facilities. The scope of construction included
the drilling and completion of vertical and horizontal
wells, upgrades to gathering systems, new compression,
and gas processing equipment. Mr. Gentges is a past
Chairman of the Underground Gas Storage Committee
of the American Gas Association (1994). He also
served as Chairman of the Underground Gas Storage
Research Committee for the Pipeline Research Council
International (1998-2003), and served on the National
Petroleum Council Gas Storage Team (2003-2004). Mr.
Gentges holds a B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the
University of Michigan (1981).
JOSH GILAD
MR. Y. (JOSH) GILAD, P.E., has forty years of domestic
and international experience in the engineering,
analysis, inspection, troubleshooting, forensic
investigation and expert witness for marine liquid
bulk terminals for oil (crude, products) and gas (LNG,
LPG), cargo handling and storage facilities, prime
movers, piping and pipelines. His experience includes
pipeline flow and hydraulic transient analysis, pipe
stress analysis, pipeline on-bottom stability, pipeline
integrity & fitness for service assessment. Throughout
his years with Brown & Root (now KBR), Han-Padron
Associates (now CH2M-Hill), and as an independent
consultant, Mr. Gilad has been involved in the design
and installation of numerous single point mooring
(SPM) systems and other offshore petroleum terminals,
fixed-berth and offshore cargo transfer systems, oil
and gas pipelines, Pipeline End Manifolds (PLEMs),
pig launching/receiving and oil storage facilities. Mr.
Gilad holds a BS and MS in mechanical engineering
from the Technion, Haifa and is a registered Professional
Engineer in the States of TX, NY and CA. He is one of
the original authors of the California State MOTEMS,
and presently a member of PIANC working group,
WG153, that is developing recommendations for the
design of marine oil terminals.
GERALD GUIDROZ
MR. GERALD GUIDROZ started out as a vibration test
engineer for the space shuttle main engines. He then
moved into the oil and gas industry on the North Slope
on the production side of the business. He worked
as a rotating equipment engineer for several years as
well as getting involved with projects involving well
pads, pipelines, waterflood, and gas injection before
moving over to the pipeline side of the business. He
was able to transfer some of his vibration experience
into solving complex piping and equipment problems.
Mr. Guidroz worked with the Trans-Alaska pipeline
on pipeline and tank corrosion monitoring and repairs
and worked as a construction engineer at the Valdez
Marine terminal. He then transferred to the refinery
75
side of the business working for multiple clients as an

engineering consultant. He has been involved with
major refinery upgrades, multiple turnarounds and
greenfield projects. He has acted as owners engineer on
projects including a new spill response barge for drilling
in the arctic. Mr. Guidroz has been involved with all
phases of projects from FEL1/Conceptual Design to
Detailed Design on through construction. His areas of
expertise are in piping specification and design, welding,
pressure vessels, heat exchangers, fired heaters, pumps,
compressors, drivers, valves, pipelines, and stress
analysis. Mr. Guidroz has a broad knowledge base
from over twenty eight years of experience in the oil
and gas business.
ROGER HADDAD
MR. ROGER HADDAD, P.E., PMP, is a practicing
project manager with Occidental Petroleum and has
over 25 years of design and project experience in the
Oil and Gas and Chemical Industries. He started his
career as a structural engineer and progressed from
design to construction to project management. He
gained his project management skills while working
on fast-track projects in North America where he held
various positions in project and portfolio management.
For the last 10 years, Roger has been managing large
offshore and onshore oil and gas projects in the
Middle East. With his extensive experience in design,
construction, risk management and project controls, he
has been managing large project teams and contractors
and working with JV partners, as well as national
oil companies. Roger earned an M.S. in Structural
Engineering and a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the
University of Buffalo, New York. He is currently based in
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
GERARD HAGEMAN
MR. GERARD J. HAGEMAN is based in The Hague
(The Netherlands), where he settled recently after 33
years in the downstream oil and gas business (including
LNG). He started his career with the Gulf Oil refinery
in The Netherlands as a process engineer, after which
he joined Shell for 29 years. During his career Mr.
Hageman has worked in numerous countries including
Malaysia, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Oman, United Arab
Emirates, United Kingdom, Denmark and, of course,
The Netherlands. He has been responsible for Process
Engineering, Design, Operation, Start-up, Process Safety
(Integrity), Interface management, Change processes,
Competency assurance and Training. He holds a
Masters Degree in Chemical Engineering from Twente
University in The Netherlands.
DAVID HAIRSTON
MR. DAVID HAIRSTON has over 40 years of experience
in project management, engineering and design,
material logistics, and construction management for
oil and gas facilities. Project experience includes
pipeline transportation and production facilities,
both onshore and offshore. Worldwide project and
construction management experience at all levels
includes grass-roots gathering, processing, and pipeline
systems with a capital cost of over USD$ 2.5 billions.
Specialized technical expertise includes river and
special obstacle crossings using open-cut, bridging and
directional drilling methods; offshore construction and
logistics planning. Mr. Hairston has been published in
ASCE Magazine, Proceedings of Marine Technology,
Proceedings of several industry Pipeline Conferences,
and the Oil and Gas Journal. He holds a B.S. in

Aerospace Engineering from Texas A&M University
and an M.S. in Civil Engineering for the University of
Houston and is a Registered Professional Engineer in
several U.S. states.
BOB HLOZEK
MR. BOB HLOZEK, P.E., has over 40 years of technical
experience in the Oil & Gas, Refining, Petrochemicals,
and Specialty Chemicals industries. Mr. Hlozek has
a varied work background that includes process
engineering, design and equipment sizing, research,
product development, plant startups, economic
evaluations, technical management, operations, sales
and marketing support, and business development. He
holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
from Texas A&M and completed some graduate studies
toward an MBA at the University of Delaware. Mr.
Hlozek has authored 10 technical articles, is a member
of AICHE, Houston Chapter AICHE, Houston GPA,
Texas Professional Engineering Society, Texas A&M
Clubs and has served as Chairman and Officer for
several local technical and university chapters.
FRANK HOPF
DR. FRANK HOPF brings 35 years of experience in
engineering, operations, and management of pipeline
and terminal facilities for crude oil, refined products,
petrochemicals, CO2 and LNG. During his 31 years
with Shell Oil Company and affiliated companies in the
Gulf of Mexico, Texas, Wyoming, Montana, California,
New Mexico, Mississippi, Louisiana and Washington.
He also served on the board of directors of several major
joint interest pipeline systems. He concluded his career
with Shell in the implementation of SAP based supply
chain management system for the pipeline organization.
He accepted a graduate assistantship to pursue a Ph.D.
in geomorphology, completing his dissertation on the
risk of levee failures in the Sacramento-San Joaquin
River Delta and the impacts of the assessment of risk on
public policy formation. He also studied engineering
geomorphology, fluvial and coastal geomorphology,
and GIS/remote sensing applications to the pipeline
industry. Mr. Hopf is a registered Civil Engineer in
Texas. He was awarded his Ph.D. in December of
2011 and has served as a lecturer in the Geology and
Geophysics Department at Texas A&M University since
2012.
ROBERT HUBBARD
MR. ROBERT A. HUBBARD is based in Norman,
Oklahoma with over 40 years of experience in oil and
gas facilities, worldwide. Mr. Hubbard is president
of John M. Campbell & Co., a position he has held
since 2010. In 2009 he retired from the University
of Oklahoma where he taught courses and directed
a masters program in Natural Gas Engineering
and Management in the Petroleum and Geological
Engineering Dept. From 1980-2002 he worked for
John M. Campbell & Company where he held various
management positions and provided training and
consulting services to several international oil and gas
companies. He also worked for Texaco from 1972-1980,
where he held engineering and management positions.
Mr. Hubbard is a member of SPE and GPSA, he has
chaired the SPE Facility Engineering Committee and is
program chair of the Oklahoma City SPE Section. He
is currently a member of the SPE Project, Facilities and
Construction Advisory Committee. He has published
several papers in the area of gas processing and facilities

design. He holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from
Kansas State University (1971), and an MBA from Tulane
University (1978).
SELMA A. (SALLY) JABALEY

SELMA A. (SALLY) JABALEY is a Senior Engineering
Manager with expertise in management of engineering
departments. She specializes in engineering,
procurement and construction of oil and gas facilities
projects, evaluation and due diligence of oil and
gas projects for participation and implementation,
and optimization of mature oil and gas fields. She is
currently the Owner and Principal of Jabaley Consulting
LLC, a company that does consultant work for Shell, as
well as companies in Africa, the Middle East, and other
locations around the globe. She is an SPE Gulf Coast
Section, Projects, Facilities, and Construction study
group member and past Chairman, and was awarded
their Distinguished Contributions to Projects, Facilities,
and Construction award in 2008. She has earned a
Bachelor of Civil Engineering from Georgia Institute of
Technology. In 2008, Ms. Jabaley was inducted into the
Georgia Tech Academy of Distinguished Engineering
Alumni, and now serves as an advisory board member
for the Georgia Tech Civil and Environmental
Engineering department.
FRANK JARRETT
MR. FRANK JARRETT has over 34 years of experience
in the natural gas processing industry. His background
covers design and optimization of natural gas liquids
recovery, LNG processing, nitrogen rejection and
recovery of helium from natural gas, acid gas removal,
product distillation, dehydration, relief system design
and evaluation, and plant utilities systems. He
specializes in process modeling using HYSYS. He is a
registered professional Engineer in the state of Colorado
and has served on the Board of Directors of the Rocky
Mountain Chapter of the Gas Processors Association.
Mr. Jarrett received a B.S. in Chemical and Petroleum
Refining Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines.
ROBIN JENTZ
MR. ROBIN JENTZ has 38 years of oil and gas
processing experience. His work has included most
process areas of oil and gas production, including
design and testing of low dewpoint glycol dehydration
units, analysis of flare and relief systems using dynamic
simulation programs, retrofitting gas/liquid separators
to increase capacity and eliminate entrainment, and
upgrading oil dehydrators. Mr. Jentz has worked for
both operating and engineering contracting companies.
He is a Registered Professional Engineer in Alaska and
Washington. Mr. Jentz received his B.S. in Chemical
Engineering from California State University Long
Beach in 1974.
BILL KEETER
MR. BILL KEETER joined Allied Reliability in 2006
after serving as President of BK Reliability Engineers,
Inc. where he provided training and facilitation services
to help facilities improve asset performance using
Weibull Analysis, Reliability Centered Maintenance,
Availability Simulation, and Life-cycle Cost Analysis.
Bill has over 30 years of experience in Maintenance
Engineering and Management. He has successfully
implemented maintenance improvement programs in
76
Our Instructors
a variety of manufacturing and process facilities. Bills
experience includes maintenance leadership positions
in the US Military, the nuclear industry, chemicals,
paper converting, and plastic film manufacturing. He
has provided training and reliability consulting services
to petroleum, process, mining, and defense industries
in the United States, Mid-East, and Europe. Bill has
developed competency maps for Reliability, Availability,
and Maintainability Engineering for the Petroleum
Industrys PetroSkills program. Bill has published
articles in a variety of internationally recognized
maintenance publications, and has presented papers
on the practical application of Weibull Analysis at
several internationally attended Maintenance and
Reliability Conferences. Bill is a Certified Maintenance
and Reliability Professional with the Society for
Maintenance and Reliability Professionals Certifying
Organization. He also holds degrees in Business
Administration and Electrical Engineering.
DALE KRAUS
MR. DALE KRAUS has twenty-eight years of progressive
responsibility from staff to management positions
within the Upstream Oil and Gas Industry. Mr. Kraus
has obtained sound basis in Facility/Processing
Engineering and Field Operations in Oil and Gas
Production. He is also the President of D. Kraus
Oil & Gas Consulting Corp. Mr. Kraus is a member
of A.P.P.E.G.A and the Canadian Gas Processors
Association. He holds a Bachelors degree in Chemical
Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan.
JAMES LANGER
MR. JAMES LANGER is a registered professional
chemical engineer in Texas and California. He
graduated with a BS in Chemical Engineering from
UCLA and has an MBA from Pepperdine. Jim has
been working for Hess as a Senior Process Engineering
Advisor for the past 4 years. He is retired from Shell
having worked 28 years as a Senior Staff Process
Engineer, and Principal Technical Expert for Shell /
Shell Global Solutions. He has had a global job for
the past 15 years and has experience in offshore/
onshore, shallow water / deep water, heavy oil / light
oil, water treating, and natural gas processing. He has
been a project manager working field development
projects through all of the phase gates and stages. He
frequently travels the globe assisting operations with
process issues, and showing them how to unlock
additional barrels through the application of production
optimization. Jim installed Shells smallest, most
expensive gas plant. The project took 8 years and is
located on Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach
California.
PERRY LOVELACE
MR. PERRY LOVELACE, CMRP, specializes in
Maintenance and Project Management, Leadership
and Competency-based Training and has over 25 years
experience in industrial training and consulting. His
work in competency-based workforce development
is known worldwide. In addition to M&O, his
participative leadership seminars have provided teambuilding skills to hundreds of supervisors and team
leaders. He has dedicated his career to providing high
quality learning experiences, keeping in tune with the
changing economic and technological environment,
especially as applied to long-term facilities management
and organizational development. He has assisted many
organizations through on-site consultation and training.

Clients include industrial and utility organizations of
different types and sizes in the United States, Kingdom
of Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Nigeria,
Angola, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Thailand,
Malaysia, Singapore, Trinidad/Tobago, Austria,
Romania, UK, Ecuador, Bolivia and Mexico. An
engaging and popular speaker/facilitator, Mr. Lovelace
continually receives high marks from participants. A
certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional
(CMRP) by the Society for Maintenance and Reliability
Professionals and a member of the Society of Petroleum
Engineers, Mr. Lovelace also holds a B.S. in Science
Education and an M.S. in Botany from the University of
Oklahoma, with pre-doctoral studies in Plant Ecology at
the University of California.
Manager for the Gas Processing Business Group. Mr.

Malino has lived and worked in New Hampshire, Maine,
New York, Singapore and Chicago. He is currently
based in Charleston, South Carolina where he runs his
own consulting business, Exact Differentials LLC and
provides technical, marketing and licensing expertise to
the natural gas and oil industry. Mr. Malino is a
registered Professional Engineer in the State of New
Hampshire. He is a Senior Member of the Advisory
Board of the Laurance Reid Gas Conditioning Conference
in Norman, OK. Mr. Malino earned an M.B.A from Pace
University in New York, a B.S. in Chemical Engineering
from the City College of New York; and, is an alumnus of
Brooklyn Technical High School.
PETE LUAN
DR. ANDREA MANGIAVACCHI is currently involved

in international deep-water offshore projects on behalf
of major oil and gas operators. He is also an active
member of work groups involved in the development of
US and international standards for offshore structures.
After an early academic career with the University
of Rome, Italy and with Rice University in Houston,
Andrea joined Brown & Root (today KBR), where
over the next 25 years he was involved in a number of
major international offshore oil and gas projects (Gulf
of Mexico, North Sea, South America, West Africa,
Asia-Pacific). He also held a number of corporate
positions in the area of deep water technology, fixed
and floating offshore structures, and engineering
systems. Andrea has extensive experience in conceptual
field development projects, structural analysis and
design, hydrodynamics, naval architecture, Computer
Aided Engineering and Design. Andrea holds a M.Sc.
in Nuclear Engineering and a Ph.D. in Aerospace
Engineering, both from the University of Rome. He has
authored or co-authored over 30 technical papers, and
holds two patents.
MR. PETE LUAN has over 25 years of international

upstream project management experience. He has
also consulted for the past 10 years helping energy
companies improve their management of capital
projects. He has an extensive track record of helping
E&P companies improve their capital project
performance. He has been particularly successful with
those clients who are faced with large capital projects
and require a step-change in organizational capabilities.
Pete is a facilitator and advisor to top management,
many of whom continue to seek his advice even after
the development of their project organizations has been
completed. He has worked with numerous clients on
major projects including contracting strategy, project
execution plan development, risk management, Lessons
Learned, stakeholder alignment, etc. Pete worked for
Amoco Production Co. managing major capital projects
in Azerbaijan, the Middle East, and Latin America.
He holds BS and Masters degrees in Mechanical
Engineering with higher honors from Rice University,
and has completed management training at Harvard
Business School. He is PMP certified.
KEN LUNSFORD
MR. KEN LUNSFORD has more than 34 years
experience in engineering and management of oil,
gas, chemicals and plastics developments. During his
32 years with ConocoPhillips he has led development
teams on projects in the United States, Norway, Qatar,
and United Arab Emirates. His diverse engineering
and project management background includes
liquefied natural gas projects, sour gas plants, oil,
gas and petrochemical pipelines, engineered plastics
processes and materials handling, batch sulphur
chemical processes, and pilot plants. Additionally,
he was corporate project controls manager for Phillips
Petroleum with responsibility for developing business
processes and training for asset development, value
improving practices, project controls, contracting
strategy, risk management, reviews & assists and joint
venture non-operated project assurance. He received his
B.S. and M.S. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from
the University of Missouri-Columbia. He is a registered
professional engineer in the State of Texas.
HARVEY MALINO
MR. HARVEY M. MALINO has more than 40 years of
experience in the Chemical and Hydrocarbon
Processing Industries. During his 28 years with Union
Carbide Corporation/UOP, he held both technical and
commercial positions including World Wide Sales
ANDREA MANGIAVACCHI
YUV MEHRA
MR. YUV MEHRA has 40+ years of invaluable,
practical process engineering experience related to the
processing of hydrocarbons (natural gas, refining and
petrochemicals) from the standpoints of major owner/
operating, as well as E&C companies. He is an inventor
(28 U.S. Patents) and a licensed professional engineer
(California & Texas). He retired from Saudi Aramco
in December 2011 as Gas and Light-ends Process
Engineering Consultant in the Process & Control
Systems Department. From 2003-2004, Mr. Mehra
contributed to Saudi Aramco as General Supervisor for
the Upstream Process Engineering Division. He is an
Alumnus of the Saudi Aramco Leadership Forum. He
chaired the development of Section 14 - Refrigeration
for the GPSA Engineering Data Book. Mr. Mehra holds a
B.E. from IIT Roorkee and an M.S. from UCLA, both in
Chemical Engineering. He focuses on identifying valueoriented opportunities, effectively communicating and
following through assignments to conclusion. He has
demonstrated his vast process engineering knowledge
of the entire hydrocarbon value chain: oil & gas
production - processing - refining - petrochemicals. His
results-oriented effectiveness in process optimization,
front-end engineering, project evaluations,
troubleshooting, development of engineering
standards, expert witnessing, assessment of intellectual
property including marketability, development and
offering topical courses, and integration of refining &
petrochemicals is recognized industry wide.
77
JOHN MORGAN
JASON PINGENOT
MR. D. JOHN MORGAN is based in Denver, Colorado,

and is Executive Vice President of John M. Campbell
& Co. with over 40 years experience in the design,
startup and troubleshooting of oil and gas facilities. He
has published extensively on sour gas treating, sulfur
recovery, CO2 treating, materials of construction, LNG
training, and cryogenic gas processing. He consults
for both North American and international clients in
the gas processing industry. He performs training in
LNG facilities, oil and gas process facilities, and gas
plants around the world. He is very active in industry
activities including membership of the Editorial Review
Board of the Gas Processors Suppliers Association,
the Program Advisory Committee of the Laurence
Reid Gas Conditioning Conference, and had served
as Adjunct Professor of Petroleum Engineering at
Colorado School of Mines. Mr. Morgan has many years
of experience training non-native English speakers. He
holds a B.Sc. (Honors) in Chemical Engineering from
London University; and an M.E. in Chemical & Refinery
Engineering from Colorado School of Mines, USA.
MR. JASON PINGENOT has over 18 years of experience

in planning, design, engineering, management,
and commissioning for a wide range of natural gas
installations; including wellhead controls, gathering
systems, compressor stations, processing plants,
metering facilities, and truck loading stations for
projects around the globe. In the course of his career
he has served the industry as a drafting instructor,
engineering consultant, and led an EI&C technical team
at Encana Oil & Gas (USA) to execute capital projects
and develop technical and safety standards. Currently,
Mr. Pingenot is the Vice President of Engineering and
EI&C Manager at GWD Design & Engineering based
in Denver, Colorado, with a field services office in
North Dakota. Mr. Pingenot is a registered professional
engineer in the state of Colorado with a bachelors
degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of
Colorado.
MAHMOOD MOSHFEGHIAN
DR. MAHMOOD MOSHFEGHIAN is a Senior Research
Engineer and is the author of most Campbell Tips of
the Month and develops technical software for JMC.
He has 35 years teaching experience in universities
(Oklahoma State University, University of Shiraz,
University of Sydney and University of Qatar) as well
as for oil and gas industries. Dr. Moshfeghian joined
JMC in 1990 as a part time consultant and then as
full time instructor/consultant in 2005. Previous to
joining JMC, Dr. Moshfeghian was a Senior Research
Scientist at Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research
and Professor of Chemical Engineering at Shiraz
University. Dr. Moshfeghian is a senior member of
AIChE and has published more than 120 technical
papers on thermodynamic properties and Process
Engineering. Dr. Moshfeghian has presented invited
papers in international conferences. He is a member of
the Editorial Board for the International Journal of Oil,
Gas, and Coal Technology. He holds a B.S. (74), an M.S.
(75) and a Ph.D. (78) in Chemical Engineering, all from
Oklahoma State University.
DENNIS PERRY
MR. DENNIS PERRY has been working in the
automation, electrical and instrumentation design
business for many years. His work experience includes
working in the aerospace industry as an analog
circuit designer, working in the electronic instrument
manufacturing business as production engineering
manager, and working for a major oil and gas company
as a division automation supervisor and later as a staff
engineer in the central, Upstream Technology group.
He has also worked for an instrument manufacturer as
service manager and for an engineering construction
company as an instrument/electrical engineer. Mr.
Perry published a paper on Multiphase measurement fall
1998 SPE, co-authored a paper for ASME/ETCE 2000
on value of well test accuracy, presented at the Acadiana
Flow measurement workshop, and co-authored a paper
on heavy oil multiphase measurement with Intevep of
Venezuela. Mr. Perry graduated from Louisiana Tech
with a BS degree in Electrical Engineering.
GERARD PRENDERGAST
MR. GERARD A. PRENDERGAST, B.SC. (HONS),
F.INST.L.M., DIPSYSPRAC (OPEN), is the Founder
and Managing Director of Abacus Learning Systems
Ltd. He is currently an Instructor Developer and
Learning Advisor to John M Campbell & Company. Mr.
Prendergast is a Fellow of the Institute of Leadership
and Management in the UK. He concentrates on the
open and flexible learning aspects of education and
training, especially the delivery of training using
Computer Mediated Communication - CMC - and
Computer Supported Cooperative Learning CSCL.
He has trained Educators and Instructors from many
Universities, and from industry and commerce
worldwide in online Computer Supported Collaborative
Learning Techniques. He has been visiting tutor on
the Online Education and Training Course run by
the Institute of Education, London University, and for
the British Open Universitys Teaching & Learning
On-Line course, for a number of years. In 2002, Mr.
Prendergast was a contributor to an Online Trainers
course run by the Northern Illinois University, USA.
He has been an Advisor to The Management Institute,
University of Ulster on Online Learning, and has
carried out consultancy for the British Inland Revenue
service in ways to deliver training by Computer
Mediated Communication. He has undertaken various
workshops on e-Learning throughout Germany and also
at The Croatian Academic and Research Network.
JAY RAJANI
MR. JAY RAJANI worked in Amsterdam, The Hague
and London for Royal Dutch Shell Group of Companies
for 33 years. He started his career in the Shell Research
Laboratories in Amsterdam where he was involved,
in the development of refinery burners/furnaces. He
later moved to Separation Technology. He worked on
the development of conventional as well as membrane
based gas-liquid and liquid-liquid separators. From
1987 to 2005, he worked in the Gas/Liquid Treating and
Sulphur Processes department as Principal Technologist
with special responsibilities as a Group Leader in the
Adsorption and Catalytic Conversion Section. His last
position was as a Lead Process Engineer with Qatargas
3&4 LNG Project (first with EPC contractor in Japan
and then in Ras Laffan in Qatar). The last three years
of the project involvement was in the construction,
commissioning and start-up of the 7.8 mtpy LNG
trains. Jay is now an independent consultant on Gas
Technology with SBM Offshore in the Netherlands. He

holds B.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees from University of London
and Diploma in Management Studies from University of
Coventry.
JOHN RIGGS
MR. JOHN A. RIGGS is based in England where he
served 30 years in the Police Service retiring in 2005
as a Chief Inspector. In the latter part of his career he
became the head of training for England and Wales
specialising in the training of trainers. Graduating
from the University of Hull with a Masters Degree in
Education (MEd -Training and Evaluation) he has a
passion for the development of Trainers and Instructors.
A Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel
and Development (CIPD) and a qualified coach he
has recently been appointed as a Progression Mentor
for the Princes Trust. He has represented the British
High Commission and the British Council training
trainers and Instructors in South Africa, Uganda and
The Gambia. The skills he learnt during this period
of his career have proved invaluable in his role as a
Regional Director for Africa and Asia Venture helping
young adults to volunteer in schools and communities
abroad. He is currently a governor at a large school in
his hometown in Harrogate where he is responsible
for school and community communication. During
the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics he was
delighted to be part of the Games Maker Team as a
team leader in the Olympic Park. In March 2012 he
joined the Instructor development team and is excited
by his role of coaching and developing staff in their role
as John M Campbell Instructors.
GEORGE RODENBUSCH
DR. GEORGE RODENBUSCH has more than 32 years
of experience in the engineering and management of
deepwater offshore oil and gas developments. He started
his career working in R&D where he developed tools for
the estimation of loads on offshore platforms induced
by wind, wave and current during severe storms. He
then joined a Marine Systems Engineering group, which
was formed to develop concepts for the development
of deepwater fields in the Gulf of Mexico. He has led
the global analysis group supporting the design of the
Auger Tension Leg Platform that would move the record
water depth for offshore production from 410m to
870m. In addition to design activities, he spent several
years working on various technical problems involving
hydrodynamic and hydroelastic design of offshore
platforms. He has provided development planning
support to operating companies around the globe in
selecting systems for the development of deepwater
offshore fields. He spent several years as an Engineering
Manager supervising a group responsible for the
design of floating systems, risers, mooring systems
and foundations for deepwater development systems
worldwide. He was active in the API Offshore Structures
subcommittee, which established and maintained
key standards for offshore engineering, chairing that
group for several years. He was appointed as a Global
Technical Expert in Offshore Structure Engineering
in recognition of technical expertise and global
contribution and was later named the Global Discipline
Head for Offshore Engineering. He holds a BS and MME
in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University and a
PhD in Oceanographic Engineering from Massachusetts
Institute of Technology & Woods Hole Oceanographic
Institution. He is a Licensed Professional Engineer in
the State of Texas and is a member of ASME.
78
Our Instructors
ALAN ROYER
MR. ALAN P. ROYER has more than 27 years of
experience in the Oil and Gas industry working in the
upstream and midstream sectors. During the past 27
years Mr. Royer has held operational, technical and
managerial positions. During the first 12 years of his
career he worked as an operator for Chevron Canada
Resources in their gas processing facilities, and oil/gas
gathering systems, located in Northern Alberta. In mid
1990 Mr. Royer left Chevron to attend the University of
Alberta where he earned a B.Sc. degree in Petroleum
Engineering. Later in his career, Mr. Royer spent over
12 years in the Middle East. Initially he worked in
Yemen with Canadian Nexen Ltd. where he was
responsible for the engineering design of various
facilities, including all commissioning and start-up
activities. He spent his last 8 years in the Middle East
working in Qatar where he held a number of operational
and engineering roles supporting the construction and
start-up of the LNG Mega Trains, which have a
combined production capacity of 77 million tonnes per
annum. Mr. Royer is currently based in Calgary,
Alberta, where he runs his own consulting business
providing Facilities Engineering services to local
industry. Mr. Royer is a registered Professional Engineer
in the Province of Alberta, along with being an active
member of Project Management Institute since 2005.
XTO. She has been actively involved in industry groups

for many years, such as the Gas Processors Association,
and the Rocky Mountain Gas Processors Association
(RMGPA). Currently she is on the GPA Technical
Research Committee, Sub-Group 2. She has published
seven technical papers at international conferences, and
is a co-inventor on two technology patents in the gas
processing industry.
KEN SOURISSEAU
MR. KEN SOURISSEAU has 34 years of experience
with Shell. Assignments have been in front end
development, process design, project engineering,
operations technical support, and operations
management primarily in the areas of sour gas and
insitu heavy oil recovery. Mr. Sourisseau has worked
throughout Alberta, in Abu Dhabi, and the Netherlands.
He has authored a number of technical papers for
international conferences, provided training for Shell
in numerous countries, and has taught Gas Processing
at the University of Calgary. He earned B.Sc. and M.Sc.
degrees in Chemical Engineering from the Universities
of Saskatchewan (76) and Minnesota (78) respectively.
He is a registered professional engineer in Alberta.
WILLIAM STARKEY
MR. JOHN A. SHEFFIELD was a Senior Manager with

M W Kellogg Ltd. a major UK E&C Company for
more than 18 years during which time he managed
the Process Engineering Department, Project Manager
for development of LNG projects for export and
import terminals and Commercial Vice President
with responsibilities for key clients and projects. He
helped develop projects for LNG facilities in the UK,
China, Norway, Egypt, Germany and Australia and the
development of LNG offshore technology for the Azure
Project an EU funded project. With John M Campbell &
Co. John is an Instructor/Consultant presenting short
courses on the LNG business and technologies around
the world. He also practices as a consultant, assisting
companies with development of both LNG export and
reception terminals and is currently active on several
LNG projects in Europe and Far East Asia. Mr. Sheffield
graduated from UC London with a degree in Chemical
Engineering. He has served on the Management
Committee of the European GPA for more than 16 years
and chairs the GPA Europe LNG working party. He has
presented papers at Gastech, GPA Europe and at the SMI
LNG conferences dealing with LNG terminals, floating
LNG developments and small scale LNG facilities.
MR. WILLIAM D. STARKEY has over 30 years

experience in mechanical engineering and reliability;
most of it spent with ExxonMobil or Mobil Oil. He
recently served as a Section Head, Machinery Section
and Machinery Advisor, which is an executive level
position, for ExxonMobil. He provided supervision
and technical direction and support to approximately
15 machinery specialists in the Section, who form the
core of machinery expertise and networking within the
Downstream areas of ExxonMobil. He was responsible
for providing machinery support to capital projects
and technical services to ExxonMobil and affiliate
locations; field support during facility turnarounds;
and development of new technologies that improve/
optimize machinery operability, maintainability and
reliability. Activities also included close alliances
and best practice sharing with global Downstream
field locations and the parallel machinery groups
in the Upstream organization. He also coordinated
with Upstream for the preparation, development and
maintenance of ExxonMobil Engineering Practices and
research and development programs for machinery,
including equipment health monitoring. Mr. Starkey is
a past participating member of the American Petroleum
Institute Sub-Committee on Mechanical Equipment.
He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the
University of Kentucky (1968).
KINDRA SNOW-MCGREGOR
DAVID TENHOOR
MRS. KINDRA SNOW-MCGREGOR has a masters

degree in Chemical Engineering and Petroleum Refining
from the Colorado School of Mines, and over 15 years
of experience in the Oil and Gas Industry. Particular
areas of expertise include: gas treating (amine and
dehydration), gas processing, LPG / condensate recovery
from gas, NGL fractionation and storage, process
optimization, sulfur handling, and process safety. Prior
to joining John M Campbell & Company in 2008, she
has served in management and lead process engineering
roles in the oil and gas engineering, procurement and
construction business. She has managed and served on
significant projects in the industry for clients such as BP,
ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips, Occidental, QatarGas and
MR. DAVID A. TENHOOR, CPIM has been consulting

and teaching APICS (The Association for Operations
Management) CPIM certification courses since 2005. He
has taught in many different industries from chemical
processing to discrete manufacturing. Companies
include BASF, National Oilwell Varco, Halliburton,
ExxonMobil Chemical and Cameron. David brings
a well-rounded package of industry experience to
PetroSkills/JMC. He has held positions in Inventory
Control, Manufacturing Management, Strategic
Sourcing and Transportation/Distribution Management.
He also has experience in Finance and Product
Development. David received his undergraduate degree
in Geology from Hope College in Holland, Michigan and
JOHN SHEFFIELD
an MBA in Supply Chain Management from Michigan

State University. He is a member of the Houston
Chapter of APICS and served two terms on the Board of
Directors as Treasurer.
BUCK TITSWORTH
MR. BUCK TITSWORTHs experience includes over 40
years with major international operating and service
companies in worldwide oil and gas production/
process engineering, project execution, and business
planning. Specific experience includes: upstream
projects (Middle East - Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Kuwait); oil
& gas pipeline and production facilities projects (South
America, the Far East, FSU, Austral-Asia); FPSO/mobile
system development projects (Canada, Asia-Pacific,
West Africa); refining projects (USA and eastern
Europe); and global business/strategic planning for the
engineering and construction industry. Assignments
have included establishing joint ventures and/or new
offices in Vietnam, Pakistan, Nigeria, Australia, Canada,
and Holland. Mr. Titsworth has a BS in Chemical
Engineering from the University of Houston, and is a
registered professional engineer in four states.
DANNY VAN SCHIE

MR. DANNY VAN SCHIE is a chemical engineer with
20 years of experience within the oil and gas sector and
the chemical industry. He is a Chartered Engineer and
a Fellow of the Institute of Chemical Engineers. His
areas of expertise include: high level conceptual design
with a view to engage EPC type contractor who will
take the concept further into FEED and ultimately EPC.
Additional areas include FEED and Detailed Design
engineering within major contractors, construction
support, commissioning and operation of a plant. He
has worked on varied projects ranging from green field
to debottlenecking and expansion of existing plants.
PAUL VERRILL
MR. PAUL VERRILL has over 25 years experience
working in the chemicals, petrochemicals, hydrocarbon
processing and power sectors with the last 15 years
predominantly in gas processing and gas and liquid
pipelines. He has held a number of technical and
senior management positions including Mechanical
and Piping Designer, Machinery Engineer, Project
Manager, Engineering and Maintenance Manager and
other Senior Plant and Business Management roles. He
has worked for a number of international operating and
engineering companies including ICI, Rolls Royce and
Enron Engineering & Construction, working on projects
around the world. His experience includes piping and
mechanical equipment design, rotating equipment
engineering, project management, gas processing
project development including FEED study management
and operations and turnaround management. For
the previous 3 years Mr. Verrill has been working in
the senior management team of an 800mmscfd gas
processing facility which has been developing the
onshore assets for a new UK gas field. In 2011 Mr. Verrill
started working with JM Campbell as an Instructor in
addition to providing project development and asset
management services through his own consultancy
company. Mr. Verrill is based in Yorkshire, England
and graduated with a B.Eng degree in Mechanical
Engineering from Newcastle University in the UK and
he is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Mechanical
Engineers.
79
COLIN WATSON
David was trained to be the Subject Matter Expert in

KBR London on steam cracker plants and worked on the
designs of new Ethylene plants in Saudi Arabia, Korea
and Scotland. Since 1990, David has managed KBR
process engineering teams on a number of world-scale
gas processing projects, including the Troll and KUP gas
terminals in Norway, the In Salah Gas development in
Algeria, the Dragon LNG import terminal in Wales, UK
and the Shah Deniz 2 Sangachal on-shore gas terminal
in Azerbaijan. On his retirement from KBR after 40
years of service, David held the position of Chief Process
Engineer in KBRs Greenford office in London. David is
a Fellow of the UKs Institution of Chemical Engineers
and is the immediate past chairman of GPA Europe Ltd.
MR. COLIN WATSON has over 35 years broad

experience in petrochemicals, primarily in Engineering
support and Process Safety management. His
experience includes assignments in technical support,
operations, turnarounds, project execution and HSE
and engineering management. From 2006 he has
worked as an independent Engineering & Process
Safety Consultant working with Oil & Gas clients.
He has worked primarily with BP to design, develop
and facilitate their global Process Safety training
and awareness programs both for engineering and
operations teams. In a varied 28 year career in BP
he latterly worked to develop strategic structures
and governance systems to manage Process Safety
and Integrity Management for the BP Grangemouth
Complex and the European BP Chemicals Sites. His
Operations experience providing technical support and
engineering management extends across a variety of
petrochemical and refining processes. He holds a B.Sc.
in Engineering Science (Mechanical) from Edinburgh
University (1978) and is a Chartered Engineer with the
Institute of Mechanical Engineers.
PETER WILLIAMS
STUART WATSON
MR. STUART WATSON has over 18 years of experience
in oil and gas processing. His experience has taken
him to facilities around the world in regions including
Australia, Africa, the Middle East and the US. Mr.
Watson graduated with honors in 1996 from Curtin
University, Perth, Australia, with a bachelors degree in
Mechanical Engineering. After graduating he worked
in Perth, Australia supporting Woodsides offshore
facilities. In January 2000, Stuart accepted a position
with Pearl Development Company of Colorado where
he worked over the next eight years at many of the gas
production and processing facilities in the western
US. His work included expansions for Unocal Alaska,
facilities engineering at the El Paso Field Services
650MMscfd Chaco Plant and various other projects
in Colorado and Wyoming. In 2008, he oversaw and
commissioned a 92MMscfd amine sweetening and
cryogenic NGL train for the Government of Ras Al
Khaimah (U.A.E.). Thereafter, he started his own
engineering consultancy supporting both mechanical
and process disciplines. Stuart began instructing
for John M. Campbell in 2009 and now supports
Petroskills as Instructor and Technical Director for
facilities engineering; including Mechanical, Piping,
Reliability, Corrosion and Instrumentation, control and
electrical disciplines.
DAVID WEEKS
MR. DAVID WEEKS graduated from the University
of Manchester, Institute of Science and Technology
in 1973 with a Bachelor of Science Honors degree in
Chemical Engineering. He joined Kellogg International
Corporation, now KBR, in London as a Graduate
Engineer in September 1973. During his two-and-a
half-year graduate training period, David worked on
the Front End Engineering Design of Ammonia plants
in Algeria, Syria, Spain and Ireland and gained site
operating experience on an ammonia plant in Tirgu
Mures, Romania. After completing the Company's
training scheme, David transferred into KBRs Process
Design Department. For twelve years, he specialized
in Refinery design working on units for refineries in
such diverse areas as Qatar, Abu Dhabi, Mauritania and
many countries in Europe. Between 1988 and 1990,
MR. PETER WILLIAMS has over 35 years of

industrial experience, most of which were in oil
and gas processing. His experience includes plant
process engineering, operations supervision, project
development and business case definition, project
technical support, plant engineering management,
and internal consulting, primarily with Saudi Aramco.
Canadian experience includes plant engineering in
phosphorus production, heavy water, and bitumen
upgrading, and project engineering. He also has
experience with benchmarking, implementation of a
safety management system, and the application of lean
Six Sigma methods to engineering management. He
has Masters degrees in Chemical Engineering and in
Economics, is a Professional Engineer in Alberta and is a
certified Six Sigma Black Belt.
RONN WILLIAMSON
MR. RONN E. WILLIAMSON, C.P.M., CFPIM is
Technical Training Director of John M. Campbell &
Co. He has been consulting and instructing in the
field of supply chain management for more than fifteen
years. During this time, he has delivered significant
value to more than fifty, cross-industry organizations
around the world. He has provided education
programs internationally to hundreds of people in
procurement, logistics and materials management.
In 2005, he joined the PetroSkills/John M. Campbell
team to develop a competency-based training tool with
linked industry course offerings for Procurement/
Supply Chain Management (PSCM) professionals in
the oil and gas industry. Mr. Williamson gained his
supply management expertise during twenty-three
years of operational and management roles for a
major equipment OEM company. For five years,
he had executive responsibility for purchasing
and transportation at Thermo King Corporation, a
subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric and a billion-dollar
global business. He received an undergraduate
degree (BME) in engineering and a master of business
administration degree (MBA) from the University of
Minnesota. Mr. Williamson has been a member and
past chapter president, of the American Production
and Inventory Control Society (APICS), is a member
of and frequent presenter for the Institute for Supply
Management (ISM), and is a member of the International
Association for Commercial Contract Management
(IACCM). He is also certified at the Fellow Level by
APICS and has a lifetime certification from ISM.
WES WRIGHT
MR. WES WRIGHT has 25 years experience in oil and
gas producing facilities. Mr. Wright began teaching
with John M Campbell in 2004 where he has been
delivering courses in CO2 Surface Facilities, Oil and Gas
Processing and Operator Training world-wide. Prior
to joining John M Campbell, Mr. Wright was the lead
on-site engineer at the Weyburn CO2 Miscible flood
where he was closely involved in the development,
design, construction, start-up and operations. Through
the 1980s, Mr. Wright performed contract research at
the University of Calgary in Enhanced Oil Recovery
and was a consultant on a wide range of sweet and sour
oil and gas projects throughout Western Canada. Mr.
Wright graduated in 1983 with a BSc in Engineering
from the University of Calgary. He is a Professional
Engineer in Saskatchewan and Alberta, Canada and
is a member of the SPE. He has been published in the
ASME-OMAE, the CSCE and the IAHR.
CLYDE YOUNG
MR. CLYDE YOUNG has over thirty years of diverse
experience in operations and maintenance of
production and processing facilities. This includes
significant experience in operations and development
of management systems for gas processing and water/
wastewater treatment facilities. This includes operating
procedure development, training program development,
compliance auditing, vulnerability assessment,
emergency planning and mechanical integrity program
development. Mr. Young provides many of our clients
with PHA services, compliance audits and Hazards
Reviews. Mr. Young has presented at the Mary K.
OConnor Process Safety Symposium and written
several papers that have been published in various
industry publications. Mr. Young holds a B.S. in Social
Sciences from the University of Wyoming- Laramie
Wyoming.
NASSER ZOGHAIB
DR. NASSER ZOGHAIB has over 28 years of experience
in mechanical and pipeline projects. He originally
graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering in
1985 from Ain Shams University in Cairo-Egypt. In
1996, he attended the Faculty of Mining & Petroleum
Engineering in Suez-Egypt, and finally completed his
PhD in 2004, Optimization of Gas Pipeline Networks.
His strong pipeline experience in the North African
and Egypt region is further emphasized through more
than 8 technical papers focusing on rejuvenation of
corroded systems and debottlenecking projects in the
area. Dr. Zoghaib also has worked extensively in the
field of rotating equipment; optimizing availability,
troubleshooting performance and establishing
predictive maintenance programs to reduce OPEX
budgets and improve gas field overall production.
Dr Zoghaib began instructing for John M. Campbell
/ Petroskills in 2014 as part of the BP Roo Project in
Piping and Pipeline disciplines, and participates as a
member of both American and Egyptian Societies for
Mechanical Engineers.
80
Planning a
meeting?
You plan the agenda...
well handle the rest.
PETROSKILLS
CONFERENCE CENTER
Books & Software

Volume 1: Gas Conditioning and Processing The Basic Principles
NEW
EDITIO
N
(A CAMPBELL BOOK) $165*

One of a four volume series, this book has been published for the natural gas processing industry
for over 46 years. This edition has been updated to reflect continuing changes in technology and the
manner in which it is practiced. This book addresses gas processing overview; physical properties;
phase behavior; water-hydrocarbon equilibrium; hydrates; material and energy balances; flow of
fluids; process control; and relief and flare systems.
9TH EDITION, 1ST PRINTING, JANUARY 2014, 405 PAGES, ISBN 978-0-9703449-2-2
Volume 2: Gas Conditioning and Processing The Equipment Modules
NEW
EDITIO
N

This edition includes information applying todays technology and the current business requirements
in selecting and operating gas processing and production facilities. This book aids in decisions
relating to separation; heat transfer; pumps; compressors; refrigeration; fractionation and absorption;
glycol and solid bed dehydration; and gas treating and sulfur recovery.
9TH EDITION, 1ST PRINTING, JANUARY 2014, 513 PAGES, ISBN 978-0-9703449-5-3
Gas Conditioning and Processing Gas Treating and Sulfur Recovery

C onference C enter A menities :

13 classrooms, including 4
rooms with virtual accessibility
Concierge and support staff
2 large executive conference
rooms
2 breakout conference rooms
State-of-the-art audio-visual
High-speed wireless internet
On-site technical support
Break area and courtyard
Complimentary parking
C onveniently
located near :
Quality hotels and

accommodations
Shopping, Restaurants and
Entertainment
Medical facilities
Come visit us!
25403 KATY MILLS PARKWAY

KATY, TEXAS 77494 / +1.832.426.1200
Contact [email protected]
This book concentrates on problems associated with treating and removing H2S, CO2 and trace sulfur
compounds that are often associated with natural gas production. A detailed view of commercial
amine-type processes; carbonate processes; physical absorption methods; solid bed sweetening;
sulfur production; and tail gas conditioning is presented.
4TH EDITION, 2ND PRINTING, MAY 2006, 500 PAGES, ISBN 0-9703449-3-7
Applied Water Technology (A CAMPBELL BOOK) $165*

This book focuses on water handling and disposal problems for produced water associated with gas
and oil production. The subjects covered include: water sampling and analysis; water-formed scales;
corrosion control; microbiology; water processing equipment; water injection system; water treatment
for EOR; boiler water and cooling water treatment.
3RD EDITION, 1ST PRINTING, JANUARY 2007, 414 PAGES, ISBN 0-9703449-5
Refinery Process Modeling - A Practical Guide to Steady State

Modeling of Petroleum Processes (USING COMMERCIAL SIMULATORS) $135*
FIRST EDITION MARCH 2000, GERALD L. KAES, ISBN 0-9679274-0-4
GCAP Software
Every engineers daily routine requires him to give quick checks and quick ideas for very complicated
calculations. PetroSkills|John M. Campbells solution: GCAP. This software companion to volumes
1 and 2 of our Gas Conditioning and Processing series is based on the equations and correlations
referenced in our textbooks.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT GCAP VISIT: WWW.PETROSKILLS.COM/MARKETPLACE
*Plus shipping and handling, and taxes where applicable.

To place an order, visit our online store at www.petroskills.com/marketplace
81
Contact & Registration

UNITED STATES
Houston...................... +1 832 426 1200
Tulsa........................... +1 918 828 2504
Toll-free...................... +1 800 821 5933
[email protected]
CANADA
[email protected]
MIDDLE EAST
Bahrain....................... +973 1779 4676
[email protected]
ASIA
Singapore................... +65 6549 7478
Kuala Lumpur............. +60 3 2168 4751
[email protected]
LATIN AMERICA
AND CARIBBEAN
Bogota........................ +57 (1) 325 8181
[email protected]
TERMS AND CONDITIONS

REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT
In a worldwide teaching operation, sufficient lead time is needed for course
logistics. For this reason, PetroSkills would appreciate receiving registrations at
least one month before the course. However, we accept paid registrations for a
viable session through the day before the course begins. Registrations can be
made online at www.petroskills.com or by contacting customerservice@petroskills.
com for a Registration Form.
Registrations are confirmed upon receipt of payment. In the meantime, an
Acknowledgment of Reservations will be issued via email. Once payment is
received, an email will be issued confirming the registrants seat in the course.
Please note we do not arrange hotel accommodations for participants. When
possible, we reserve a block of rooms at the suggested hotel(s). Participants
should contact the suggested hotel directly for room rates and availability at
least three weeks before the course begins. Remember to mention that you are
attending a PetroSkills course to receive a discounted rate, if applicable. Please
note if a course venue changes for whatever reason, the participant or their
representative will be contacted via email.
PetroSkills reserves the right without payment of consideration to videotape,
film, photograph and/or record course sessions and course participants in any
media type and to alter or edit these images for use in its publications, including
website entries.
PetroSkills may use participant contact information (mail, email, telephone or fax)
for the following limited purposes: (i) to provide updated class information and
other information related to professional development in the petroleum industry,
(ii) to request your help in evaluating PetroSkills courses and materials, and (iii) to
provide information concerning future course offerings.
The use of any recording device (audio or video) by participants during a
PetroSkills course is strictly prohibited. The unauthorized use of a recording
device during a PetroSkills course presentation shall be grounds to remove the
participant and confiscate or destroy the related recording. No portion of any
PetroSkills course may be recorded digitally, on film, video tape, audio tape or
other recording device or be reproduced photographically or by any sight or sound
device without the explicit written permission of PetroSkills. All PetroSkills course
presentations are the sole property of PetroSkills. We are the exclusive owner of
the copyright of all course materials.
TUITION FEES
EUROPE AND AFRICA

London....................... +44 208 123 2173
[email protected]
CERTIFICATES,
PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT HOURS
(PDHS) AND CONTINUING
EDUCATION UNITS (CEUS)
A Certificate of Completion is awarded

to each participant who satisfactorily
completes the course and will be awarded
by the instructor(s) on the final day.
PetroSkills course hours can be used to
satisfy PDHs for licensed engineers in
most US states. In many instances course
hours can be used for international CEU
credit also. Every course certificate tells
the number of CEUs earned and can be
used to submit to your licensing board or
accrediting body for approval.
Tuition fees are due and payable in US dollars upon receiving the corresponding
invoice. Again, a registration will not be confirmed until payment has been
received.
Tuition fees do not include living costs, but do include tuition, purchase price
of course materials, daily refreshments, and a $100.00(USD) non-refundable
registration fee, per five days of training or less. Tuition must be paid prior to
the first day of the course. If payment has not been made prior to the course
start date, the registrant or their representative should contact the appropriate
Customer Service Department to make payment arrangements.
PetroSkills LIVE instructorled training wherever you

are in the world.
High-Quality get the same
quality classroom learning
experience at your desk.
Real Value - save training budget
dollars by saving travel expenses.
Convenient - attend from your
home or office.
Note: Where applicable due to government regulations, Goods and Services Tax
(GST) or Value Added Tax (VAT) will be added to the total tuition fees. Pricing
subject to change. See website for current pricing and availability.
TRANSFERS, SUBSTITUTIONS,
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
Transfers may be accepted if received 30 days or more before the course
begins. There is not a transfer fee but tuition will be due based on the registered
course. PetroSkills may allow a registrant to transfer to a subsequent course
after the 30-day cut off period providing the tuition fees have been paid and the
requested course is open for enrollment. If a transfer is made and the subsequent
course is not attended, no money will be refunded. Only one transfer per initial
registration is allowed.
Substitutions may be made at any time without penalty.
If it is necessary to cancel an enrollment, full paid tuition, less the non-refundable
registration fee of $100.00(USD) per five days of training or less, will be
refunded providing the cancellation is received in our office 30 days or more prior
to the course start date. If tuition is not paid at the time of the cancellation, the
$100.00(USD) registration fee per five days of training or less is due, providing
the 30 day notice was received. For cancellations received less than 30 days
prior to the course, the full tuition fee is due. Please contact the appropriate
Customer Service Department if you wish to cancel or transfer your enrollment.
Enrollments are not automatically cancelled if tuition payment is not received by
the start of the course.
I found that I actually received more attention

from the instructor than I have in the past taking
classroom courses. The instructor always made a
point to ask me and the other PetroFlex student if
we had any questions.
KAY DEVELOPMENT GEOLOGY-DG PETROFLEX
Transfers and cancellations will not be honored and tuition is forfeited and nontransferable for courses that have reached maximum participation regardless of
the amount of notice given.
Look for the icon in this catalog for sessions

available via PetroFlex
We reserve the right to cancel any course session at any time. This decision
is usually made approximately two weeks before the course begins. If we
cancel a course, enrollees will be given the opportunity to transfer to another
course or receive a full refund, provided the enrollment was not transferred into
the cancelled course late. Keep our cancellation policy in mind when making
travel arrangements (airline tickets, hotel reservations, etc.), as we cannot
be responsible for any fees charged for canceling or changing your travel
arrangements. We reserve the right to substitute course instructors as necessary.
Go to www.petroskills.com/petroflex and register today!
1215 Crossroads Blvd. Suite 230

Norman, OK 73072 USA
Return Service Requested
The Best
Tips of the Month

Over 300+ Pages of Technical Content
PROMO CODE
1414
Use this PROMO CODE when you register and
download our book,
The Best Tips of the Month FREE!
FOR INQUIRIES: Call +1 918.828.2500 or +1 800.821.5933 (toll free North America). Email: [email protected] To register: www.petroskills.com
A portion of each enrollment in a PetroSkills course goes toward supporting the Young Professionals of The Society of Petroleum Engineers
and The Gas Processors Association. We hope you will join us in supporting these Young Professionals.

2014-15 PetroSkills Facilities Catalog

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

2014-15 PetroSkills Facilities Catalog

Uploaded by

Document Information

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

2014-15 PetroSkills Facilities Catalog

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

2 014 - 2015 F A C I L I T I E S T R A I N I N G G U I D E

ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR:

PF-3 Introduction to Oil and Gas Production

Many new courses for Petroleum Professional Development

Message from the CEO

1.918.828.2500 | www.petroskills.com | www.jmcampbell.com | 1.800.821.5933 (toll free North America)

All courses available at your location. Call today.

What Sets PetroSkills Apart? The Alliance.

Build competent petroleum professionals by delivering learning and development when,

PEOPLE - DRIVE THE ALLIANCE

PROCESSES - GUIDE THE

Software, consulting, workforce

KNOWLEDGE WHEN, WHERE

2014 -2015 Facilities Training Guide

2014-2015 Training Schedule

Pipeline Systems Overview

INSTRUMENTATION, CONTROLS & ELECTRICAL

1.918.828.2500 | www.petroskills.com | www.jmcampbell.com | 1.800.821.5933 (toll free North America)

All courses available at your location. Call today.

HEALTH, SAFETY, ENVIRONMENT

Piping Systems - Mechanical Design and Specification

Intro to Petroleum Business

Petro PM: Principles and Practices

OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE

Fundamentals of Process Safety

Fundamentals of Refining Technology

PROCUREMENT/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Contracts and Tenders Fundamentals

PETROLEUM PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Essential Leadership Skills for Technical Professionals

All courses available at your location. Call today.

Basic Petroleum Technology

PETROSKILLS SPECIAL FEATURES

1.918.828.2500 | www.petroskills.com | www.jmcampbell.com | 1.800.821.5933 (toll free North America)

See course descriptions for dates and locations.

2014-2015 Training Schedule

Overview of Gas Processing - Technical

LNG Short Course: Technology and the LNG Chain

Gas Conditioning and Processing

G-4 LNG Gas Conditioning and Processing - LNG Emphasis

Process Safety Engineering

Advanced Applications in Gas Processing

Gas Treating and Sulfur Recovery

Oil Production & Processing Facilities

Applied Water Technology in Oil and Gas Production

Corrosion Management in Production/Processing Operations

Produced Water Treating

Separation Equipment - Selection & Sizing

Relief and Flare Systems

Onshore Gas Gathering Systems: Design & Operations

Process Utility Systems

Troubleshooting Oil and Gas Processing Facilities

CO2 Surface Facilities

Fundamentals of Offshore Systems Design and Construction

Overview of Offshore Systems

Fundamentals of Subsea Systems

Fundamentals of Onshore and Offshore Pipeline Systems

Onshore Pipeline Facilities - Design, Construction and Operations

Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical

Electrical Engineering Fundamentals for Facilities Engineers

1.918.828.2500 | www.petroskills.com | www.jmcampbell.com | 1.800.821.5933 (toll free North America)

1.918.828.2500 | www.petroskills.com | www.jmcampbell.com | 1.800.821.5933 (toll free North America)

All courses available at your location. Call today.

1.918.828.2500 | www.petroskills.com | www.jmcampbell.com | 1.800.821.5933 (toll free North America)

All courses available at your location. Call today.

1.918.828.2500 | www.petroskills.com | www.jmcampbell.com | 1.800.821.5933 (toll free North America)