COURSE OVERVIEW:

Accurate measurement of oil, gas, and water volumes is the cornerstone of production accounting, reservoir management, and fiscal transparency. This course provides a solid foundation in the principles of multiphase metering and the traditional measurement techniques used in the petroleum industry. Participants will explore the physical complexities of measuring fluid mixtures where gas and liquid phases travel at different velocities, a common challenge in modern production networks.

The curriculum covers a wide range of measurement technologies, from conventional orifice meters and turbine meters to advanced Coriolis and ultrasonic devices. A significant portion of the course is dedicated to Multiphase Flow Meters (MPFM), explaining how nuclear densitometry, microwave technology, and differential pressure are combined to determine individual phase flow rates without the need for separation. Attendees will learn how to select the appropriate metering solution based on fluid properties, flow regimes, and the required level of uncertainty.

Beyond the hardware, the course emphasizes the importance of calibration, verification, and maintenance in ensuring the reliability of production data. Participants will examine the regulatory requirements for custody transfer and the role of metering in production allocation for shared infrastructure. By understanding the fundamentals of production measurement, attendees will be better prepared to manage the "uncertainty budget" of their assets and provide the high-quality data necessary for technical and commercial decision-making.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

• Explain the fundamental challenges of measuring multiphase fluid flow.
• Describe the operating principles of common oil and gas flow meters.
• Differentiate between volume based and mass based measurement systems.
• Identify the components and functions of a Multiphase Flow Meter (MPFM).
• Select the appropriate metering technology for various flow regimes (Slug, Mist, Annular).
• Understand the role of PVT properties in converting measured data to standard conditions.
• Apply uncertainty analysis to production measurement systems.
• Implement calibration and proving procedures for custody transfer meters.
• Diagnose common metering errors caused by gas entrainment or paraffin buildup.
• Describe the impact of measurement accuracy on reservoir surveillance.
• Navigate the regulatory standards for production allocation and reporting.
• Evaluate the economic benefits of real time multiphase metering.
• Formulate a maintenance plan for production measurement equipment.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Production Engineers, Metering Technicians, Production Accountants, and Reservoir Engineers who require a practical understanding of fluid measurement.

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.