COURSE OVERVIEW:

The purpose of this course is to provide a technical understanding of the principles, installation, and maintenance of Ultrasonic Flow Meters (UFM). As a non-intrusive and high-accuracy technology, UFMs have become the standard for custody transfer, leak detection, and process monitoring in the energy and water sectors. This program focuses on the technical mastery of "Transit-time" and "Doppler" technologies, ensuring that participants can achieve laboratory-grade measurements in the field.

The scope of this training encompasses the hardware and digital signal processing required to measure flow in both liquid and gas phases. Participants will explore the mechanics of transducer placement, signal refraction, and the impact of fluid properties like temperature and pressure on the speed of sound. The curriculum is specifically designed to address the challenges of multi-path meter configurations and the data correction algorithms required for fiscal-grade accounting.

Coverage includes the practical aspects of site selection, clamp-on vs. wetted-transducer installation, and the use of diagnostic software to verify meter health. Attendees will learn how to troubleshoot signal-to-noise issues, perform field "zero" checks, and interpret diagnostic parameters like "Gain" and "Signal Quality." By focusing on the practical application of ultrasonic physics, the course ensures that participants can maintain the high-integrity flow data essential for revenue protection and process optimization.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

• Analyze the Transit-time and Doppler principles of flow measurement.
• Identify the hardware components: Transducers, Cables, and Flow Computers.
• Select the appropriate UFM technology for Gas vs. Liquid service.
• Execute professional installation of Clamp-on and In-line meters.
• Configure the flow meter for Pipe Material, Fluid Type, and Dimensions.
• Interpret diagnostic data: Gain, Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR), and Velocity.
• Troubleshoot signal errors caused by Aeration, Solids, or Scale.
• Perform Field Verification and Validation against Master Meters.
• Implement multi-path configurations for high-accuracy Custody Transfer.
• Manage communication protocols: Modbus, HART, and Ethernet.
• Adhere to AGA 9 and ISO standards for Ultrasonic Gas Metering.
• Document meter settings and maintain calibration traceability.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Metering Engineers, Instrumentation Technicians, Pipeline 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.