COURSE OVERVIEW:

The purpose of this course is to provide practical technical knowledge regarding the measurement of fluid movement in industrial and commercial piping systems. Accurate flow metering is essential not only for process control but also for financial accounting and regulatory compliance. This program focuses on the physics of fluid dynamics and the actual application of various metering technologies to ensure precision under varying process conditions such as changes in viscosity, pressure, and temperature.

The scope of this training encompasses the full range of flow measurement technologies, from traditional differential pressure methods to advanced ultrasonic and Coriolis meters. Participants will explore the specific requirements for both liquid and gas measurement, addressing the unique challenges of compressibility in gases and cavitation in liquids. The curriculum is designed to move beyond theoretical formulas to the practicalities of installation, straight-run requirements, and the use of flow computers for real-time compensation.

Coverage includes the selection of meters based on fluid properties, the mechanics of meter proving, and the maintenance of secondary instrumentation. Attendees will learn how to troubleshoot metering errors, interpret calibration certificates, and ensure that measurement uncertainty is minimized according to international standards. By focusing on the "applied" aspect of flow measurement, the course ensures that participants can maintain the integrity of metering systems in oil and gas, water treatment, and chemical processing facilities.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

• Analyze the physical principles of fluid flow and the Reynolds Number.
• Differentiate between volumetric and mass flow measurement techniques.
• Select appropriate flow meters for specific liquid and gas applications.
• Interpret and apply the Bernoulli Principle in differential pressure metering.
• Configure and calibrate Coriolis mass flow meters for high precision.
• Implement Ultrasonic flow measurement for non-intrusive applications.
• Understand the impact of swirl and turbulence on meter accuracy.
• Utilize flow computers for pressure and temperature compensation.
• Calculate measurement uncertainty and identify sources of error.
• Execute meter proving and verification procedures in the field.
• Troubleshooting common faults in magnetic, vortex, and turbine meters.
• Adhere to international standards such as AGA and API for metering.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Metering Engineers, Instrumentation Technicians, Process Operators, and Custody Transfer Specialists.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.