Precision and Power: Instrumentation and Control Systems for Oil and Gas Operations Training Course

Introduction

In the intricate and demanding world of oil and gas operations, precise control and accurate measurement are paramount for ensuring safety, optimizing production, and maximizing efficiency. From the wellhead to the refinery, instrumentation systems continuously monitor critical process variables like pressure, temperature, flow, and level, while sophisticated control systems automatically regulate operations, manage interlocks, and provide operators with real-time insights. The effective deployment and management of these technologies are fundamental to minimizing risks, preventing downtime, and achieving operational excellence in a highly complex and hazardous environment.

This intensive training course is meticulously designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of instrumentation and control systems specific to oil and gas operations. From exploring various measurement technologies and final control elements to mastering PID control, advanced control strategies, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), you will gain the expertise to design, implement, and troubleshoot these vital systems. This empowers you to enhance operational reliability, improve safety performance, optimize process efficiency, and strategically contribute to the seamless and secure functioning of oil and gas facilities.

Target Audience

  • Instrumentation and Control Engineers.
  • Automation Specialists and Technicians.
  • Process Engineers and Chemical Engineers.
  • Operations Managers and Supervisors.
  • Electrical Engineers working in Oil & Gas.
  • Project Engineers involved in Control System Implementation.
  • Maintenance and Reliability Engineers.
  • HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) Professionals.

Duration: 10 days

Course Objectives

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

  • Understand the fundamental principles of process measurement and control in oil and gas.
  • Grasp the operation and application of various industrial instruments.
  • Analyze different control loop configurations and their components.
  • Comprehend the architecture and functionalities of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and SCADA.
  • Evaluate the principles and design of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Functional Safety.
  • Develop practical skills in interpreting P&IDs and control narratives.
  • Navigate regulatory requirements and industry standards for instrumentation and control in oil & gas.
  • Formulate robust strategies for designing, implementing, and optimizing control systems for safe and efficient operations.

Course Content

  1. Introduction to Instrumentation and Control in Oil & Gas
  • Importance of instrumentation and control for safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance.
  • Overview of typical oil and gas processes and their control challenges.
  • Roles and responsibilities of instrumentation and control personnel.
  • Basic elements of a control loop: sensor, transmitter, controller, final control element.
  • Introduction to relevant industry standards (e.g., ISA, IEC, API).
  1. Process Measurement Fundamentals
  • Measurement of temperature: thermocouples, RTDs, thermowells.
  • Measurement of pressure: pressure gauges, transmitters (differential, absolute, gauge).
  • Measurement of flow: orifice plates, venture meters, Coriolis, ultrasonic, magnetic flow meters.
  • Measurement of level: differential pressure, radar, ultrasonic, displacer.
  • Measurement of composition: gas chromatographs, pH meters, moisture analyzers.
  1. Final Control Elements
  • Control valves: types (globe, ball, butterfly), characteristics (linear, equal percentage), actuators (pneumatic, electric), positioners.
  • Valve sizing and selection for various process conditions.
  • On-off valves, shut-off valves, and relief valves.
  • Other final control elements: variable speed drives (VSDs) for pumps/compressors.
  • Maintenance and troubleshooting of final control elements.
  1. Control Loop Strategies and Tuning
  • Basic control modes: On/Off, Proportional (P), Integral (I), Derivative (D).
  • PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) control: theory, advantages, limitations.
  • Manual tuning methods: Ziegler-Nichols, Cohen-Coon.
  • Auto-tuning and adaptive control.
  • Cascade, feedforward, ratio, and override control strategies.
  1. Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and Documentation
  • Standard symbols and conventions for P&IDs (ISA S5.1).
  • Interpreting P&IDs for process understanding and control strategy.
  • Control narratives and cause & effect diagrams.
  • Instrument data sheets and specifications.
  • Documentation hierarchy in an oil and gas project.
  1. Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
  • Architecture of modern DCS: controllers, I/O modules, operator workstations, engineering stations.
  • Functions of DCS: process control, data acquisition, alarming, trending, reporting.
  • Human-Machine Interface (HMI) design and operator effectiveness.
  • Configuration and programming basics of DCS.
  • Redundancy concepts in DCS for high availability.
  1. Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and SCADA Systems
  • Introduction to PLCs: architecture, programming languages (ladder logic, function block).
  • Applications of PLCs in discrete control, interlocks, and small-scale automation.
  • Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems: for remote monitoring and control.
  • Communication protocols in industrial automation (e.g., Modbus, OPC, Ethernet/IP).
  • Integration of PLCs with DCS and other systems.
  1. Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Functional Safety
  • Introduction to process hazards and risk assessment.
  • Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA).
  • Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) vs. Basic Process Control Systems (BPCS).
  • Safety Integrity Level (SIL) concepts and determination.
  • SIS architecture: sensors, logic solvers (safety PLCs), final elements.
  • IEC 61508 and IEC 61511 standards for functional safety.
  1. Cybersecurity in Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
  • Threats to ICS cybersecurity: cyber attacks, malware, unauthorized access.
  • Vulnerabilities in control systems.
  • Cybersecurity standards and best practices for oil and gas (e.g., ISA/IEC 62443).
  • Network segmentation, firewalls, intrusion detection systems.
  • Developing a cybersecurity strategy for operational technology (OT).
  1. Advanced Control Applications and Digitalization Trends
  • Introduction to Model Predictive Control (MPC) in oil and gas.
  • Smart instruments and fieldbus technologies (e.g., HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus).
  • Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Big Data analytics for process optimization.
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in process control and diagnostics.
  • Digital twins for virtual commissioning and operational optimization.

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

 

 

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