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Petroleum Processing Technology Series ............................................................................................. 3
Course Overview .................................................................................................................................... 4
Oil and Gas Separation - £165.00 ....................................................................................................... 4
Gas Dehydration - £145.00................................................................................................................... 4
Petroleum Gas Compression - £220.00 ............................................................................................. 4
Unit 1 – An overview ....................................................................................................................... 4
Unit 3 – Centrifugal compressors ................................................................................................ 5
Unit 4 – Other types of compressors .......................................................................................... 5
Natural Gas Liquids Recovery - £145.00............................................................................................ 5
Oil Pumping and Metering - £145.00 .................................................................................................. 5
Injection Water Treatment - £145.00................................................................................................... 6
Produced Water Treatment - £145.00 ................................................................................................ 6
Gas Flow Measurement - £145.00 ...................................................................................................... 6
Process Flow and Piping and Instrument Diagrams - £165.00 ....................................................... 7
Oil Treatment (Dehydration) - £145.00 ............................................................................................... 7
Course materials .................................................................................................................................... 7
Who is the series intended for?............................................................................................................ 8
Examinations........................................................................................................................................... 8
Exams.................................................................................................................................................. 8
Exam Tips........................................................................................................................................... 9
Oil & Gas Well Technology Series ........................................................................................................ 11
Course Overview .................................................................................................................................. 12
Oilwell Drilling Technology - £200.00 ................................................................................................ 12
Drilling Calculations - £200.00............................................................................................................ 12
Section I ............................................................................................................................................ 12
Section II ........................................................................................................................................... 13
Section III.......................................................................................................................................... 13
Oilwell Production Technology (Well Completions) - £200.00 ...................................................... 14
Course materials .................................................................................................................................. 14
Who is the series intended for?.......................................................................................................... 15
Examinations......................................................................................................................................... 15
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Exams................................................................................................................................................ 15
Oil & Gas Electrical Engineering Systems Series ............................................................................... 17
Electrical Safety - £200.00 .................................................................................................................. 18
Electrical Hazard Area Equipment - £200.00................................................................................... 18
Electric Motors - £200.00 .................................................................................................................... 19
Generation, Distribution and Control of Electrical Supplies -£200.00 .......................................... 19
Electrical Protection Systems - £200.00 ........................................................................................... 20
Course materials .................................................................................................................................. 20
Who is the series intended for?.......................................................................................................... 20
Examinations......................................................................................................................................... 21
Exams................................................................................................................................................ 21
Exam Tips......................................................................................................................................... 22
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Petroleum Processing Technology Series
Level 3 City and Guilds Certificate in Petroleum Processing Technology
The series consists of 10 modules which include workbooks and a ‘Guide to open
learning’:
• Oil and Gas Separation
• Gas Dehydration
• Petroleum Gas Compression
• Natural Gas Liquids Recovery
• Oil Pumping and Metering
• Injection Water Treatment
• Produced Water Treatment
• Gas Flow Measurement
• Process Flow and Piping and Instrument Diagrams
• Oil Treatment (Dehydration)
These self-study modules enable the candidate to select learning materials that suit his
or her own particular requirements. Modules can be studied at the candidates own pace
and should be studied in the order set out. The study time needed will vary from one
module to another, and from one individual to another – we recommend between 20 -
40 hours for each module.
Candidates can register for modules individually or enrol for the complete series –
modules are non-transferrable and can only be assigned to one candidate.
Each module is assessed by examination and an individual certificate endorsed by City
and Guilds awarded to successful candidates. Each exam which is passed successfully
will contribute to one certificate of unit credit towards ‘The Certificate in Petroleum
Processing Technology’. The certificate will be awarded after all 10 Certificates of Unit
Credit have been accumulated.
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Course Overview
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Unit 2 – Reciprocating compressors
• Design and construction
• Auxiliary systems
• Operation of reciprocating compressors
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Injection Water Treatment - £145.00
1 workbook comprising 4 sections
Recommended study time: 20 hours
Sections:
• Reasons for water injection
• Reasons for treating injection water
• Sea water treatment equipment
• Operation of a typical water injection system
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Process Flow and Piping and Instrument Diagrams
- £165.00
2 workbooks comprising 7 sections
Recommended study time: 40 hours
Sections:
• Plot plans and elevation drawings
• Process flow diagrams
• Piping and instrument diagrams
• Figures, illustrations and symbols
Course materials
Modules are presented in a workbook format.
The digital version is presented as a PDF.
Workbooks contain:
• Syllabus breakdown
• Training targets for candidates to achieve by the end of each unit
• ‘Test yourself’ questions
• ‘Check yourself’ answers
• Workbook activities
• Chapter summaries
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Who is the series intended for?
• Contract production operations staff – both new starts and experienced staff looking to gain
an industry recognised qualification, or who wish to refresh their knowledge of petroleum
processing technology
• Managers and supervisors of oil, service and manufacturing companies looking to gain a
solid knowledge base
• New technical or engineering graduates - part of their induction programme
• Administrative staff that require an introduction to the technical background, and a key to the
technical language.
Examinations
Exams
There is a written exam at the end of each module.
Exams can be held any time at an approved venue and scheduled time to give
candidates ample to time to revise and prepare after each module.
The examinations process is managed by FPI under strict supervision from Petroleum
Open Learning Staff.
Examination materials (questions) are set and sent by OPITO. Examination scripts will
be couriered to OPITO for marking after which certificates will be made available to
candidates.
The examination is a two hour closed book written exam. Section A has 20 short
questions similar to the Test Yourself in the books. Section B comprises of three
questions of which two must be answered – these require good, neat, correctly labelled
drawings and a good descriptor.
Pass Marks:
60%-74% - Pass
75%-84% - Credit
85%-100% - Distinction
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‘Test Yourself’ questions are available in the workbooks to help you prepare for your
exams. FPI lecturers will guide students on how to solve questions using the
workbooks.
If candidates do not achieve the required pass mark (60%) a re-sit exam can be
arranged at no extra cost, only a pass grade will be awarded irrespective of the result.
Should candidates require a re-sit of the same module more than once, there will be an
examination fee of £30.00.
Exam Tips
The examination is a two hour closed book written exam.
Section A
Section A comprises of 20 short answer questions similar to the Test Yourself section in
the workbooks.
• Read and understand what is being asked by the questions.
• Some questions have more than one answer.
• Check your answer for errors.
Section B
Section B comprises of three questions of which two must be answered (25 marks each
split approx. 10 marks for the diagram, 15 for description) – these require good, neat,
correctly labelled drawings and a good descriptor. All questions in the paper relate to
the information given in the workbooks.
• It may seem obvious, but when sitting exams, you need to answer the questions set – all too
often, students spot key words in an exam question and then write all they know about that
topic without first taking the time to understand what the question is asking them to do.
Before you write anything in the exam, read the questions carefully and plan your answers; it
is always apparent who has spent a few minutes planning their work as these answers are
presented in a more coherent and professional manner. This being the case, whatever you
present must be legible, credible and it must answer the question set.
• Ensure you are reporting on the correct process system and your sketches reflect this.
Giving brief or inadequate reports or descriptions in you answer will lose marks, as will
inaccurate or poor drawings.
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• Writing should be legible and abbreviations avoided as they may be local to your work place
only.
• The only piping and valve symbols acceptable are those depicted in your P.O.L study book.
Marks will be deducted for incorrect symbols.
Do not assume that the marker will understand references or accept sections omitted
because they seem obvious. Reports on the process or equipment should be fully
explained and the operation shown clearly on your sketch.
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Oil & Gas Well Technology Series
Level 3 City and Guilds Certificate in Oil and Gas Well Technology
The Oil and Gas Well Technology series will help candidates achieve a broad
understanding of the operational techniques of oilwell drilling, drilling calculations,
completion and wireline well-servicing. It includes the function and construction of a
representative selection of tools and equipment used in the drilling of oil and gas wells;
the completion and wireline well-servicing of oil and gas wells; while providing guidance
and practice on the calculations required during drilling operations.
The series consists of 3 modules which include workbooks and a ‘Guide to open
learning’:
These self-study modules enable the candidate to select learning materials that suit his
or her own particular requirements. Modules can be studied at the candidates own pace
and should be studied in the order set out. The study time needed will vary from one
module to another, and from one individual to another – we recommend between 40 -
60 hours for each module.
Candidates can register for modules individually or enrol for the complete series –
modules are non-transferrable and can only be assigned to one candidate. Each
module is assessed by examination and an individual certificate endorsed by City and
Guilds awarded to successful candidates.
Each exam which is passed successfully will contribute to one certificate of unit credit
towards ‘The Certificate in Oil and Gas Well Technology'. The certificate will be awarded
after all 3 Certificates of Unit Credit have been accumulated.
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Course Overview
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• Bottoms up or bit to surface time
• Time for complete circulation
• Annular velocity
• Spotting pills
• Cementing calculations
• Single stage cementing
• Two stage cementing
• Liner cementing
• Balanced cement plugs
Section II
• Formation pressures
• Hydrostatic pressure and pressure gradients
• Bottom hole pressure and U-tube concept
• Reduction of hydrostatic pressure by inadequate fill-up
• Bottom hole pressure while spotting light fluids
• Closing in to contain a kick
• Influx density
• Maximum allowable annular surface pressure (MAASP)
• Pressure calculations
• True vertical depth in a deviated hole
• Behaviour of formation gas in the wellbore
• Reduced rate circulating pressure
• Circulating kill mud
• Well killing methods
Section III
• Formation testing
• Stuck pipe stretch calculations
• Buoyancy
• Mud conversion tables and buoyancy factors
• Work done by drilling line
• Introduction to hydraulics
• Hydraulic horsepower
• Drill collars, bitweight and neutral point
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Oilwell Production Technology (Well Completions)
- £200.00
Oilwell Production Technology (Well Completions) covers operational techniques and
the function and construction of a representative selection of tools and equipment used
in the completion and Wireline well servicing of oil and gas wells.
Course materials
Modules are presented in a workbook format.
The digital version is presented as a PDF.
Workbooks contain:
• Syllabus breakdown
• Training targets for candidates to achieve by the end of each unit
• ‘Test yourself’ questions
• ‘Check yourself’ answers
• Workbook activities
• Chapter summaries
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Who is the series intended for?
The series will be of value to:
• Drilling rig crew at the beginning of their career
• Process operations staff requiring familiarisation with “downhole technology”
• Experienced drilling personnel who wish to gain a recognised qualification, or who wish to
refresh their understanding of drilling technology
• Experienced downhole operations staff who wish to gain a recognised qualification, or who
wish to refresh their understanding of downhole technology
• Managers and supervisors who need to build on their background knowledge
• Administrative staff who require an introduction to the technical background, and a key to the
technical language
• New technical or engineering graduates - part of their induction programme
Examinations
Exams
There is a written exam at the end of each module.
Exams can be held any time at an approved venue and scheduled time to give
candidates ample to time to revise and prepare after each module.
The examinations process is managed by FPI under strict supervision from Petroleum
Open Learning Staff.
Examination materials (questions) are set and sent by OPITO. Examination scripts will
be couriered to OPITO for marking after which certificates will be made available to
candidates.
The examination is a two hour closed book written exam. Section A has 20 short
questions similar to the Test Yourself in the books. Section B comprises of three
questions of which two must be answered – these require good, neat, correctly labelled
drawings and a good descriptor.
Pass Marks:
60%-74% - Pass
75%-84% - Credit
85%-100% - Distinction
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‘Test Yourself’ questions are available in the workbooks to help you prepare for your
exams. FPI lecturers will guide students on how to solve questions using the
workbooks.
If candidates do not achieve the required pass mark (60%) a re-sit exam can be
arranged at no extra cost, only a pass grade will be awarded irrespective of the result.
Should candidates require a re-sit of the same module more than once, there will be an
examination fee of £30.00.
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Oil & Gas Electrical Engineering Systems
Series
Level 3 City and Guilds Certificate in Oil & Gas Electrical Engineering Systems
The Oil and Gas Electrical Engineering Systems Series covers the required and
relevant knowledge to the electrical engineering maintenance sector, as well as theory,
operation and practical application of electrical equipment and systems used in
extraction.
The series consists of 5 modules which include workbooks and a ‘Guide to open
learning’:
• Electrical Safety
• Electrical Hazard Area Equipment
• Electric Motors
• Generation, Distribution and Control of Electrical Supplies
• Electrical Protection Systems
These self-study modules enable the candidate to select learning materials that suit his
or her own particular requirements. Modules can be studied at the candidates own pace
and should be studied in the order set out. The study time needed will vary from one
module to another, and from one individual to another – we recommend between 40 -
60 hours for each module.
Candidates can register for modules individually or enrol for the complete series –
modules are non-transferrable and can only be assigned to one candidate. Each
module is assessed by examination and an individual certificate endorsed by City and
Guilds awarded to successful candidates.
Each exam which is passed successfully will contribute to one certificate of unit credit
towards ‘The Certificate in Electrical Engineering Systems'. The certificate will be
awarded after all 5 certificates of unit credit have been accumulated.
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Electrical Safety - £200.00
The Electrical Safety module is designed to give candidates an appreciation of the
inherent dangers in the use of electrical energy and to introduce techniques for
protecting people and property against danger and harm.
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Electric Motors - £200.00
The Electric Motors module is designed to give candidates the theory which underpins
motor operation and the practical applications of electric motors in the oil and gas
industry. The unit considers both single and three phase a.c. motors, applications and
starting methods and provides candidates with sufficient information to allow them to
use, inspect and test motors and to maintain them in the workplace.
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Electrical Protection Systems - £200.00
Designed to give candidates an overview of the need for electrical protection of
installations and equipment in the offshore environment.
Course materials
Modules are presented in a workbook format.
The digital version is presented as a PDF.
Workbooks contain:
• Syllabus breakdown
• Training targets for candidates to achieve by the end of each unit
• ‘Test yourself’ questions
• ‘Check yourself’ answers
• Workbook activities
• Chapter summaries
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• Electrical technicians in other industries who wish to gain or enhance their knowledge and
understanding of oil and gas electrical engineering systems
• Administrative staff that require an introduction to the technical background, and a key to the
technical language.
Examinations
Exams
There is a written exam at the end of each module.
Exams can be held any time at an approved venue and scheduled time to give
candidates ample to time to revise and prepare after each module.
The examinations process is managed by FPI under strict supervision from Petroleum
Open Learning Staff.
Examination materials (questions) are set and sent by OPITO. Examination scripts will
be couriered to OPITO for marking after which certificates will be made available to
candidates.
The examination is a two hour closed book written exam. Section A has 20 short
questions similar to the Test Yourself in the books. Section B comprises of three
questions of which two must be answered – these require good, neat, correctly labelled
drawings and a good descriptor.
Pass Marks:
60%-74% - Pass
75%-84% - Credit
85%-100% - Distinction
‘Test Yourself’ questions are available in the workbooks to help you prepare for your
exams. FPI lecturers will guide students on how to solve questions using the
workbooks.
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If candidates do not achieve the required pass mark (60%) a re-sit exam can be
arranged at no extra cost, only a pass grade will be awarded irrespective of the result.
Should candidates require a re-sit of the same module more than once, there will be an
examination fee of £30.00.
Exam Tips
The examination is a two hour closed book written exam.
Section A
Section A comprises of 20 short answer questions similar to the Test Yourself section in
the workbooks.
• Read and understand what is being asked by the questions.
• Some questions have more than one answer.
• Check your answer for errors.
Section B
Section B comprises of three questions of which two must be answered (25 marks each
split approx. 10 marks for the diagram, 15 for description) – these require good, neat,
correctly labelled drawings and a good descriptor. All questions in the paper relate to
the information given in the workbooks.
• It may seem obvious, but when sitting exams, you need to answer the questions set – all too
often, students spot key words in an exam question and then write all they know about that
topic without first taking the time to understand what the question is asking them to do.
Before you write anything in the exam, read the questions carefully and plan your answers; it
is always apparent who has spent a few minutes planning their work as these answers are
presented in a more coherent and professional manner. This being the case, whatever you
present must be legible, credible and it must answer the question set.
• Ensure you are reporting on the correct process system and your sketches reflect this.
Giving brief or inadequate reports or descriptions in you answer will lose marks, as will
inaccurate or poor drawings.
• Writing should be legible and abbreviations avoided as they may be local to your work place
only.
• The only piping and valve symbols acceptable are those depicted in your P.O.L study book.
Marks will be deducted for incorrect symbols.
Do not assume that the marker will understand references or accept sections omitted
because they seem obvious. Reports on the process or equipment should be fully
explained and the operation shown clearly on your sketch.
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