Course Objectives:

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Fundamentals of Commissioning and Startup (CSU)

• Understand the importance of effective commissioning and startup in industrial projects.
• Define the key phases of commissioning:
• Pre-commissioning (Construction completion and system checks).
• Commissioning (Equipment and system testing, functional verification).
• Startup (First introduction of process fluids, system optimization).
• Identify key personnel and roles in a CSU team.

2. Developing a Commissioning and Startup Plan

• Learn how to develop a structured CSU plan, including:
• Scope definition and objectives.
• CSU schedule development and milestones.
• Interface management between construction, commissioning, and operations teams.
• Understand risk assessment and mitigation strategies during startup.

3. Key Equipment and Systems in CSU

• Identify critical equipment and systems involved in commissioning:
• Rotating Equipment (pumps, compressors, turbines).
• Electrical Systems (motors, generators, switchgear).
• Control and Instrumentation Systems (DCS, SCADA, PLCs).
• Piping and Mechanical Systems (pressure vessels, pipelines, heat exchangers).
• Develop checklists for system readiness and function testing.

4. CSU Procedures and Best Practices

• Learn best practices for pre-commissioning activities:
• Cleaning, flushing, and leak testing.
• Instrument calibration and loop testing.
• Electrical system energization and load testing.
• Implement safe and efficient startup procedures:
• First oil/gas introduction.
• Load ramp-up and process stabilization.
• System performance verification.

5. Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Compliance

• Identify key safety hazards during CSU (high pressure, rotating equipment, electrical hazards).
• Learn about Permit to Work (PTW) systems and Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Understand environmental considerations, including emissions control and wastewater handling.
• Comply with industry standards such as API, OSHA, IEC, and ISO guidelines.

6. Troubleshooting and Case Studies

• Study real-world commissioning and startup challenges.
• Learn systematic problem-solving approaches for CSU delays and equipment failures.
• Apply lessons learned from case studies to improve future CSU execution.

Target Audience

This course is designed for professionals involved in commissioning, startup, and plant operations, including:

1. Engineers & Technical Personnel

• Process Engineers
• Mechanical Engineers
• Electrical and Instrumentation Engineers
• CSU Engineers

2. Operations & Maintenance Teams

• Commissioning and Startup Operators
• Maintenance Engineers
• Reliability Engineers