COURSE OVERVIEW:

Basic Petroleum Technology for New Engineers is a comprehensive survey designed to bridge the gap between academic theory and the practical realities of the upstream oil and gas industry. This course provides a high-level technical map of the entire value chain, starting from the geological origins of hydrocarbons to the final delivery of products to the refinery. It is specifically structured to give engineers from diverse backgrounds a holistic view of how their specific roles integrate into the wider multidisciplinary environment of petroleum extraction.

The scope of this course covers the fundamental principles of reservoir engineering, drilling operations, and production technology. Participants will explore how seismic data is translated into geological models and how those models inform the placement and design of wells. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on the vocabulary and technical standards used globally in the oilfield, ensuring that new engineers can communicate effectively with drilling crews, reservoir simulators, and facility operators.

Furthermore, the coverage includes an introduction to the economic and safety frameworks that govern the modern oilfield. Engineers will learn about the life cycle of a field, including exploration, appraisal, development, and eventual abandonment. By understanding the mechanical and chemical challenges inherent in bringing fluids to the surface, participants will be better equipped to contribute to asset optimization and operational excellence from the very start of their professional journey.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

• Explain the biological and geological processes that lead to the formation of petroleum.
• Identify the essential components of a working petroleum system including source, reservoir, and seal.
• Distinguish between different types of drilling rigs and their specific applications in onshore and offshore environments.
• Describe the primary functions of the various components in a standard drilling string.
• Summarize the objectives and procedures involved in well logging and formation evaluation.
• Interpret the fundamental principles of well completion and the role of the Christmas tree.
• Define the primary, secondary, and tertiary recovery mechanisms used in reservoir management.
• Explain the purpose and operation of artificial lift systems like beam pumps and gas lift.
• Identify the key equipment used in surface production facilities for oil and gas separation.
• Recognize the importance of flow assurance in maintaining steady production rates.
• Analyze the basic economic indicators used to evaluate the viability of a petroleum project.
• Discuss the critical role of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) in daily oilfield operations.
• Map the technical workflows involved in a typical field development plan.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

Graduate Engineers, Junior Petroleum Engineers, Technical Support Staff, and Professionals transitioning from other industries into the oil and gas sector.

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.