Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the Principles of Crude Distillation
• Learn the fundamental concepts of distillation and its role in crude oil refining.
2. Learn the CDU Components and Process Flow
• Identify key components of a CDU (distillation columns, furnace, etc.) and understand their function in separating crude oil into different fractions.
3. Monitor and Control Operational Parameters
• Develop skills to monitor and adjust key parameters (pressure, temperature, flow rates) for optimal operation.
4. Troubleshoot Common CDU Issues
• Recognize and address operational problems such as flooding, fouling, and overpressure.
5. Optimize Energy Efficiency
• Understand techniques for minimizing energy consumption through heat integration and efficient operation.
6. Safety and Environmental Best Practices
• Learn the safety protocols for CDU operations and strategies for minimizing environmental impact.
7. Hands-on Training with Control Systems
• Gain practical experience with CDU control systems and data interpretation to ensure smooth operation.
8. Understand the Integration with Other Refining Units
• Understand how CDU operations impact and integrate with downstream processes like vacuum distillation and hydrocracking.

Target Audience:

• Refinery Operators: Those responsible for operating CDU equipment.
• Process Engineers: Engineers focused on CDU design, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Refinery Maintenance Technicians: Personnel maintaining CDU systems.
• Refinery Managers and Supervisors: Individuals overseeing CDU operations and ensuring performance standards.
• Safety Officers: Professionals ensuring safety protocols in CDU operations.
• Engineering Students (Petroleum, Chemical Engineering): Students interested in the refining process.
• Environmental and Compliance Specialists: Individuals focused on environmental protection and regulatory compliance in refinery operations.