COURSE OVERVIEW:

The onshore oil and gas industry is a fundamental pillar of the global energy sector, encompassing a wide range of technical disciplines and commercial activities. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the petroleum engineering lifecycle, starting from the geological formation of hydrocarbons to the final delivery of products to refineries. Participants will gain a high-level understanding of how onshore resources are identified, extracted, and managed within a complex business environment.

The curriculum breaks down the technical silos of exploration, drilling, production, and reservoir engineering, explaining how these fields interact to bring a project to fruition. Detailed attention is given to onshore-specific operations, such as land-based rig movements, gathering systems, and the logistics of operating in diverse terrains. The course also demystifies the terminology and jargon used in the "oilpatch," making it accessible to those who are new to the industry or in non-technical support roles.

In addition to technical fundamentals, the course explores the commercial and regulatory landscape of the onshore business. Attendees will learn about mineral rights, land access agreements, and the fiscal systems that govern oil and gas profitability. The training emphasizes the importance of safety, environmental stewardship, and community relations in modern onshore operations, providing a well-rounded perspective on what it takes to run a successful oil and gas business in the 21st century.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

• Describe the geological processes that lead to the formation of oil and gas.
• Identify the key components of the petroleum value chain (Upstream, Midstream, Downstream).
• Explain the basic functions of exploration, drilling, and production departments.
• Distinguish between various types of onshore drilling rigs and their components.
• Understand the fundamental concepts of reservoir pressure and drive mechanisms.
• Identify common onshore production equipment such as pump jacks and separators.
• Define the roles of different technical professionals in a petroleum company.
• Recognize the importance of land rights and environmental regulations in onshore work.
• Explain how oil and gas prices are determined in the global market.
• Describe the basic process of hydraulic fracturing and its role in onshore fields.
• Summarize the safety protocols and hazards typical of an onshore wellsite.
• Identify the differences between conventional and unconventional onshore resources.
• Understand the economic impact of oil and gas production on local and national levels.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is ideal for Non-Technical Professionals (HR, Finance, Legal), New Graduates, Entry-Level Technicians, and Stakeholders who require a foundational understanding of the onshore oil and gas business.

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.