COURSE OVERVIEW:

The study of basic petroleum chemistry and hydrocarbon properties serves as the foundational pillar for understanding how fluids behave from the reservoir to the refinery. This course provides an in-depth exploration of the molecular structures of hydrocarbons, including alkanes, naphthenes, and aromatics, while examining how these chemical compositions dictate physical characteristics. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how crude oil and natural gas are categorized based on their chemical makeup and the presence of non-hydrocarbon impurities.

The scope of this training extends to the critical thermodynamic behaviors of petroleum fluids under varying pressure and temperature conditions. By analyzing Phase Behavior and PVT properties, attendees will learn how to predict fluid transitions and the resulting impact on production efficiency. The coverage includes the identification of "crude personalities," such as paraffinic or asphaltic bases, which is essential for anticipating flow assurance challenges and refining requirements in the broader oil and gas industry context.

Furthermore, the course bridges the gap between pure chemistry and practical field application by demonstrating how chemical properties influence asset integrity and processing strategies. Understanding the reactivity and stability of hydrocarbons allows engineers and technicians to implement better separation techniques and contamination control. This unique overview ensures that every participant recognizes the chemical constraints and opportunities inherent in the fluids they manage daily, fostering a culture of technical excellence and informed decision-making.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

• Identify the primary chemical families found in crude oil and natural gas streams.
• Distinguish between saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons and their respective reactivities.
• Define the physical properties of hydrocarbons including density, API gravity, and viscosity.
• Explain the significance of the Boiling Point distribution in crude oil characterization.
• Analyze the impact of sulfur, nitrogen, and oxygen compounds on petroleum quality.
• Evaluate Phase Envelopes and the critical points of multi-component hydrocarbon systems.
• Predict the behavior of real gases using compressibility factors and equations of state.
• Determine the Pour Point and Cloud Point of various crude oil samples for logistics planning.
• Assess the role of asphaltenes and resins in emulsion stability and flow assurance.
• Interpret laboratory PVT reports to make informed production and processing decisions.
• Calculate the heating value and combustion characteristics of different gas compositions.
• Recognize the corrosive potential of acidic components and hydrogen sulfide in the fluid stream.
• Relate hydrocarbon molecular weight to the commercial value and refining margin of the asset.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

New Petroleum Engineers, Chemical Engineers, Laboratory Technicians, Production Chemists, and Technical Staff requiring a fundamental understanding of petroleum fluid chemistry.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise 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.