OPRR 128 - Northern Lights Segment 4

Course Description
SAIT Polytechnic’s Gas Process / Production Field Operations (Segment 4) courses are designed for intermediate to senior operators and will benefit any experienced operator requiring additional knowledge in natural gas plant and oilfield production operations. This training will be a valuable addition to operators seeking to upgrade their skills to further their professional development and career progression, and to prepare for subsequent on-the-job training within an operating environment. This modular training is also an excellent professional development opportunity for individuals working in various roles, facilities and industry sectors who require advanced understanding of selective aspects of oilfield and natural gas plant operations.

Topics include:

Flow Measurement - Orifice Plates
Flow Measurement - Orifice Plate Installation
Flow Measurement - Orifice Transmitter Installation
Flow Measurement - Velocity Flowmeters
Level Measurement
Pressure Measurement
Introduction to Temperature Measurement
Introduction to Instrumentation
Basic Control Loop Components
Programmable Logic Controllers
Basic Transmitter Principles
Introduction to Pneumatic Controllers
Electronic Instruments
Electronic and Pneumatic Control Systems
Computers in Process Control I
Emergency Shutdowns
Uninterruptible Power Supplies
Production Testing
Production Accounting Principles
Custody Transfer of Crude Oil
Flow Diagrams - Introduction
Flow Diagrams - Mechanical Flow
Instrumentation Drawing Symbols
Corrosion Mechanisms
Corrosion Control
Corrosion Monitoring
Lubrication Principles
Types of Bearing Lubrication
Basic Economics
Regulatory Compliance
Hazardous Area Classification
Handling and Storage of Gases
Hydrocarbons Storage and Loading
Portable Fire Extinguishers
Protection of Pressure Vessels from Fire