OPRR 107 - CNRL Thermal Operator 7

Course Description
SAIT Polytechnic’s Thermal Production Operator 7 course is designed for senior operators and will benefit any experienced operator requiring additional knowledge in thermal process/SAGD 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 continued 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 a better understanding of selective aspects of thermal process/SAGD operations.

Topics include:

Introduction to Static Electricity
Intrinsically Safe Circuits
Explosion Proof Equipment
High Voltage Safety
Pressure Measurement
Introduction of Pneumatic Controllers
Introduction to Instrumentation
Basic Control Loop Components
Introduction to Heavy Oil Deposits
Introduction to CSS and Steamflooding
Introduction to SAGD
Introduction to Hazard and Task Analysis
Purging and Ventilating
Thermodynamics of Steam