REF 101
Heat Exchangers Operation, Design, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
COURSE SCHEDULE
| Code | Date | Location | price (€)* |
|---|---|---|---|
| REF 101 | 19 - 21 Oct 2026 | Online | 3300 |
| REF 101 | 7 - 11 Dec 2026 | Doha | 4400 |
* Prices are subject to VAT and local terms. Ph.D. students, groups (≥ 3 persons) and early bird registrants (8 weeks in advance) are entitled to a DISCOUNT!
COURSE OVERVIEW
This course provides participants with comprehensive technical knowledge of heat exchangers used in refineries, petrochemical plants, and process industries. The course covers fundamental heat transfer principles, exchanger types, design philosophy, mechanical aspects, operation, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Emphasis is placed on real operating problems, degradation mechanisms, and best practices to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient heat exchanger performance throughout the equipment lifecycle.
The 5-day course begins with heat transfer fundamentals and exchanger classification, then advances into design principles and mechanical construction. This is followed by detailed coverage of operation, monitoring, maintenance, and inspection practices. The course concludes with advanced troubleshooting, failure analysis, and reliability improvement strategies, supported by refinery and process-plant case studies.
COURSE OUTLINE
5 days
Day 1: Heat Exchanger Fundamentals
o Heat transfer fundamentals
o Role of heat exchangers in process plants
o Modes of heat transfer and basic equations
o Temperature profiles and LMTD concept
o Overall heat transfer coefficient
o Performance terminology and key parameters
Day 2: Heat Exchanger Types and Design Concepts
o Shell-and-tube heat exchangers
o Air-cooled heat exchangers
o Plate and compact heat exchangers
o TEMA classifications and applications
o Basic thermal and hydraulic design considerations
Day 3: Mechanical Design and Construction
o Mechanical components and terminology
o Tubes, tube sheets, baffles, shells, and expansion joints
o Thermal expansion and stress considerations
o Vibration and flow-induced damage
o Codes, standards, and design margins
Day 4: Operation, Monitoring, and Maintenance
o Normal operating practices and operating limits
o Start-up and shutdown considerations
o Fouling mechanisms and prevention
o Corrosion and erosion issues
o Cleaning methods and maintenance planning
Day 5: Troubleshooting, Inspection, and Best Practices
o Common performance problems and symptoms
o Systematic troubleshooting methodology
o Inspection techniques and damage identification
o Failure analysis and lessons learned
o Best practices for reliability and life extension
INSTRUCTOR
PetroTeach Instructor
Instrcur is a highly experienced Process and Operations Engineering professional with more than 20+ years of hands on experience across oil & gas, refining, and petrochemical industries. His expertise spans plant operation, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, debottlenecking, shutdowns, and turnarounds, process plant design. covering a wide range of upstream and downstream facilities.
Senior Operations Process Instructor, OJT Instructor, and OTS Trainer, with over 18 years of training experience using classroom instruction, on the job training, and operator training simulators (Honeywell, RSI, SIMTRONIX). His training coverage includes complete refinery and utility systems such as CDU/VDU, hydrotreating, reforming, isomerization, hydrocracking, hydrogen plants, LPG and Kerosene MEROX units, amine treating systems, flare systems, and tank farm operations. Delivered more than 120 professional training courses for major international and national oil and gas organizations, including ARAMCO, ADNOC, SABIC, OQ, GS Engineering & Construction, KPIC / EQUATE Petrochemical Company, and Karbala Refinery.
FAQ
DESIGNED FOR
This course is designed for process engineers, mechanical engineers, operations personnel, maintenance engineers, inspection engineers, and technical supervisors involved in the design, operation, and upkeep of heat exchangers. It targets personnel with limited experience, aiming to strengthen both theoretical understanding and practical field competence.
COURSE LEVEL
- Intermediate
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
o Explain heat transfer fundamentals and exchanger performance parameters.
o Identify and compare common heat exchanger types and applications.
o Interpret thermal and hydraulic design concepts.
o Operate heat exchangers safely and efficiently.
o Recognize fouling, corrosion, vibration, and mechanical failure mechanisms.
o Apply systematic troubleshooting techniques.
o Support inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and revamp decisions
REGISTER
Registration is now OPEN!
* Prices are subject to VAT and local terms. Ph.D. students, groups (≥ 3 persons) and early bird registrants (8 weeks in advance) are entitled to a DISCOUNT!
For more details and registration please send email to: register@petro-teach.com
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