Safe Passage: Pipeline Design, Inspection, and Integrity Training Course

Introduction

Pipelines are the invisible arteries of the global energy infrastructure, safely and efficiently transporting vast quantities of oil, gas, refined products, and water across continents and oceans. Their immense length, critical role in supply chains, and potential for environmental and safety hazards necessitate exceptionally rigorous standards in design, construction, operation, and ongoing integrity management. Ensuring the long-term reliability and safety of these vital assets against various threats like corrosion, third-party damage, and material defects is paramount for minimizing risks and sustaining energy supply.

This intensive training course is meticulously designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of pipeline design, inspection methodologies, and integrity management principles. From exploring fundamental design considerations and construction techniques to mastering various inspection technologies, degradation mechanisms, risk assessment, and repair strategies, you will gain the expertise to manage pipeline assets effectively throughout their lifecycle. This empowers you to mitigate risks, ensure regulatory compliance, optimize operational efficiency, and strategically contribute to the safe and reliable transportation of critical resources.

Target Audience

  • Pipeline Design Engineers.
  • Pipeline Integrity Engineers and Managers.
  • Inspection Engineers and Technicians.
  • Project Engineers involved in Pipeline Construction.
  • Operations Managers and Supervisors of Pipeline Systems.
  • HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) Professionals for Pipelines.
  • Asset Integrity Specialists.
  • Regulatory Compliance Officers in the Oil & Gas Sector.

Duration: 10 days

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental principles of pipeline design and route selection.
  • Grasp various pipeline construction techniques and quality assurance.
  • Analyze different degradation mechanisms affecting pipeline integrity.
  • Comprehend the principles and applications of various pipeline inspection technologies.
  • Evaluate risk assessment methodologies for pipeline integrity management.
  • Develop practical skills in interpreting pipeline data and making integrity decisions.
  • Navigate relevant industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements for pipelines.
  • Formulate robust strategies for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of pipeline assets.

Course Content

  1. Introduction to Pipeline Systems
  • Role of pipelines in the oil and gas value chain.
  • Types of pipelines: oil, gas, refined products, water, slurry.
  • Overview of pipeline components: pipe, valves, fittings, pumps, compressors, stations.
  • Historical overview of pipeline incidents and lessons learned.
  • Importance of pipeline integrity for safety, environment, and business continuity.
  1. Pipeline Design Basis and Route Selection
  • Data required for pipeline design: fluid properties, flow rates, terrain, environmental.
  • Codes and standards for pipeline design (e.g., ASME B31.4, B31.8, API 11xx series).
  • Route selection criteria: environmental impact, constructability, public safety, economics.
  • Hydraulic design and pressure drop calculations.
  • Material selection: carbon steel, stainless steel, composite materials.
  1. Pipeline Construction and Installation
  • Construction phases: ROW preparation, pipe stringing, welding, trenching, lowering-in.
  • Welding processes and quality control for pipeline welds.
  • Non-destructive testing (NDT) for welds (e.g., radiography, ultrasonic testing).
  • Hydrostatic testing and pneumatic testing for integrity verification.
  • Trenchless technologies for crossings (HDD, microtunneling).
  1. Pipeline Degradation Mechanisms
  • Internal corrosion: CO2 corrosion, H2S corrosion, MIC (Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion).
  • External corrosion: atmospheric, soil corrosion, stress corrosion cracking (SCC).
  • Mechanical damage: third-party interference, dents, gouges.
  • Fatigue and fracture.
  • Manufacturing defects and material imperfections.
  1. Cathodic Protection (CP) Systems
  • Principles of corrosion and electrochemical reactions.
  • Methods of cathodic protection: galvanic (sacrificial anodes) and impressed current (ICCP).
  • Design and installation of CP systems.
  • Monitoring and maintenance of CP systems.
  • Troubleshooting common CP issues.
  1. Pipeline Inspection Technologies (In-Line Inspection - ILI)
  • Introduction to smart pigs (Intelligent Pigs/ILI tools).
  • Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) for metal loss detection.
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT) pigs for wall thickness and cracks.
  • Geometry pigs for dents and ovality.
  • Caliper pigs, crack detection pigs, mapping pigs.
  • Data analysis and interpretation from ILI runs.
  1. External Pipeline Inspection and Monitoring
  • Direct assessment methods (ECDA, ICDA).
  • External corrosion surveys: close interval potential survey (CIPS), DCVG.
  • Coating surveys and repair.
  • Aerial surveillance and ground patrols for third-party damage.
  • Fiber optic sensing for leak detection and security.
  1. Pipeline Integrity Management System (PIMS)
  • Components of a PIMS: data management, risk assessment, inspection planning, mitigation.
  • Regulatory requirements for PIMS.
  • Data integration from various sources: design, construction, operation, inspection.
  • Establishing performance metrics for PIMS.
  • Continuous improvement in integrity management.
  1. Pipeline Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  • Principles of risk assessment: Probability of Failure (POF) x Consequence of Failure (COF).
  • Qualitative, semi-quantitative, and quantitative risk assessment methods.
  • Risk ranking and prioritization of pipeline segments.
  • Mitigation strategies: repair, replacement, rehabilitation, operational changes.
  • Emergency response planning for pipeline incidents.
  1. Pipeline Repair, Rehabilitation, and Emerging Technologies
  • Types of pipeline repairs: sleeves (Type A, B), cut-out and replacement, composite wraps.
  • Hot tapping and stopple operations.
  • Pipeline rehabilitation methods: lining, coating.
  • Digitalization in pipelines: digital twins, AI for anomaly detection, predictive analytics.
  • Remote monitoring and control of pipelines.
  • Integrity management for hydrogen and CO2 pipelines.

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

For More Details call: +254-114-087-180

 

 

Safe Passage: Pipeline Design, Inspection, And Integrity Training Course in Lebanon
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