Mechanical Engineering for Oil & Gas Facilities

Introduction

This course provides technical knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment commonly used in petroleum facilities, focusing on design intent, operation, and reliability.

Objectives

·         Understand mechanical equipment functions

·         Support maintenance and reliability activities

·         Improve equipment selection awareness

·         Reduce mechanical failures and downtime

Target Audience

·         Mechanical engineers

·         Maintenance engineers

·         Supervisors and technical leads

5-Day Scientific Program

Day 1: Mechanical Engineering Overview

·         Mechanical systems in petroleum facilities

·         Codes, standards, and specifications

·         Equipment classification

·         Design and operating considerations

Day 2: Rotating Equipment

·         Pumps and compressors

·         Turbines and drivers

·         Operating principles

·         Common failure modes

Day 3: Static Equipment

·         Pressure vessels

·         Heat exchangers

·         Storage tanks

·         Mechanical integrity concepts

Day 4: Piping & Valves

·         Piping materials and ratings

·         Valve types and applications

·         Supports and flexibility basics

·         Leakage and integrity risks

Day 5: Reliability & Maintenance

·         Preventive and predictive maintenance

·         Equipment monitoring techniques

·         Failure analysis basics

·         Case studies and lessons learned