AIM 100
Fundamentals of Oil and Gas Industry
COURSE SCHEDULE
* 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!
| Code | Date | Location | price (€)* |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIM 100 | 6 – 9 Oct 2026 | Online | 3300 |
| AIM 100 | 18 – 22 May 2026 | Trondheim | 4400 |
COURSE OVERVIEW
The oil and gas industry requires a robust co-ordination of a complex interaction of a vast range of equipment and systems together with the knowledge and skills of all personnel so that oil and gas can be produced in a safe, reliable and cost-effective manner. Similarly, it is well recognized that this industry is both high risk and a capital-intensive industry.
In this respect therefore, it is imperative that the production, processing and transportation of ‘hydrocarbons’ is undertaken with strict adherence to all protocols; whether they relate to risk management, quality control and assurance, operational, health and safety or regulatory compliance. In general, all of these elements and more contribute to an industry which, despite its ‘high risk’ nature is considered safe so that the impact to human life, the environment and importantly Operator reputation is safeguarded.
This training course provides all delegates a total immersion into the world of the oil and gas industry at large together with oil and gas production, processing and transport-addressing the total cycle from upstream, midstream to the downstream sector. These will examine such features as the nature and characterization of subsurface oil and gas reservoirs, production and processing equipment and methodologies and the principles of refining. Importantly, it will also examine those risks associated with all stages of oil and gas production and the mitigation measures taken to ensure all aspects of production are contained to levels of risk which are deemed to be as low as reasonably practicable. In addition, as a means to ensure that all oil and gas assets, whether featuring within the onshore, offshore or subsea environment are inspected and maintained in accordance with a robust inspection and maintenance program and schedule.
COURSE OUTLINE
5 days
Day 1: Global Oil and Gas Market Outlook
o Historical Insight into Oil Gas Industry
o Modern Day Oil and Gas Industry – OPEC, OPEC+, IEA
o Global Market Outlook- Trends
o Characteristics of Oil and Gas
o Oil and Gas Migration, Petroleum Reservoir and Rocks, Structural Faults, and Traps
o Classification of Crude – Benchmark Crudes, API
o Porosity and Permeability
o Interactive Discussions
Day 2:Oil & Gas Exploration & Production (E&P)
o Drilling for Oil and Gas – onshore, offshore
o Survey Methodologies- Seismic, magnetic, gravity
o Drilling Rigs – types and uses, rig costs, materials and equipment, drilling videos
o Drilling logs, MWD
o Drilling for oil and gas – drilling rig components, drilling fluids and properties
o Well testing and completions – completion system design, videos
o Interactive Discussions
Day 3:Oil and Gas Production, Processing and Transport Assets
o Asset Types used in the Oil and Gas Industry - Production, Processing, Refining And Transport
o Production and Processing Anomalies – hydrates, waxes
o Risks associated with production processing and transport assets
o Generic Forms of Oil and Gas Regulations (modelled on UK Oil and Gas Regulations)
o Interactive Discussions
Day 4:Risk Management
o Risk Management Relating to the Oil And Gas Industry – A Holistic Perspective
o What Is Risk?
o Asset Failure – Cause and Effect
o The Notion of Asset Integrity and Asset Integrity Management
o Controlling And Managing the Risk
o Ageing Assets / Life Extension
o Interactive Discussions
Day 5:Day Five: Health and Safety / Security Requirements
o Health and Safety Requirements for the Oil and Gas Industry
o Typical Legislation (UK Industry)
o International Codes and Standards
o Interactive Discussions
INSTRUCTOR
FAQ
DESIGNED FOR
The course is designed for the following disciplines, but not necessarily limited to the following:
o Petroleum and Reservoir
o Geologists
o Pipelines
o Materials and Corrosion
o Integrity Management
o Process
o Controls & Instrumentation (C&I)
o Health and Safety
COURSE LEVEL
Beginner / Foundation Level
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The learning objectives of this course shall be to provide all delegates with:
o An insight into the oil and gas industry – historical and present, major global players, and the economic drivers that influence supply, demand, and pricing in the global energy market.
o Understanding and ‘getting to know’ some of international codes and standards employed within the industry and industry terminology.
o Understanding the complete technical and full value chain of oil and gas production.
o Gaining a valuable insight into the nature of hydrocarbons (‘petroleum’) how hydrocarbons are formed, (reservoir basics), located, extracted, and processed.
o Awareness of key technical concepts covering the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors.
o To recognize the risks associated with oil and production, processing, transportation and operations and the use of asset management principles.
o Understanding the approach to risk management using the risk-based approach to inspection maintenance and repair.
o The importance and criticality of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols as well as the importance of regulatory compliance and sustainability practices.
o To gain a robust understanding of the industry, its techno-economic requirements in order for all delegates to engage confidently with industry professionals, interpret industry trends, and apply this knowledge in business, policy, or technical contexts.
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