Introduction to Oil & Gas

Introduction to: Oil and Gas

This course provides newcomers with a comprehensive introduction to the oil and gas industry, covering the entire process from hydrocarbon formation to decommissioning. Participants will explore key concepts, safety practices, and technical processes involved in exploration, drilling, production, and transportation. Additionally, the course offers a broad overview of the industry’s functionality, highlights the challenges associated with oil and gas production, and outlines the various job roles that contribute to its operations.

Key Topics

Characteristics of Oil and Gas
Exploration, Surveys and Drilling Rights
Drilling Rigs and Drilling a Well
Exploration and Development Drilling
Production and Work-over
Oil and Gas Transportation and Decommissioning

Module 1: Characteristics of Oil and Gas

Key Topics:

Characteristics of Crude Oil
Oil & Gas Formation
Rock and Reservoirs
Oil and Gas Reserves
Uses of Oil and Gas

Module 2: Exploration, Surveys, and Drilling Rights

Key Topics:

Exploration Mapping
Surveying
Licensing

Module 3: Drilling Rigs and Drilling a Well

Key Topics:

Types of Drilling Rigs
Drilling Deck and Drilling Shack
Key Roles in Drilling
Process of Drilling a Well

Module 4: Exploration and Development Drilling

Key Topics:

Drilling Equipment Used
Field Development
Horizontal Drilling
Well Perforation

Module 5: Production and Workover

Key Topics:

Production and Process Equipment
Workover Operations
Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance
Legislation, Requirements, and Health & Safety

Module 6: Oil and Gas Transportation

Key Topics:

Pipeline Management
Transporting Oil and Gas
Decommissioning

Pre-requisites

There are no academic qualifications, skills, or experience pre-requisites for entry to the Introduction to Oil and Gas Industry course.

Notes

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Introduction to Oil & Gas

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Introduction to Oil & Gas