Course Objectives:

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

1. Fundamentals of Offshore Fabrication in Construction Management

• Understand the importance of offshore fabrication in the oil & gas, energy, and marine industries.
• Identify the key phases of offshore fabrication:
• Engineering and design
• Material procurement
• Structural and modular fabrication
• Pre-commissioning and load-out
• Recognize the advantages of offshore fabrication, including cost efficiency, safety, and reduced offshore work complexity.

2. Offshore Fabrication Planning and Execution Strategies

• Develop structured approaches to offshore project planning:
• Fabrication yard selection and setup.
• Project scheduling and milestone tracking.
• Interface management between design, construction, and installation teams.
• Optimize modularization strategies to enhance construction efficiency and minimize offshore installation risks.

3. Engineering and Design Considerations for Offshore Fabrication

• Understand structural, piping, and mechanical system design for offshore applications.
• Learn about:
• Material selection for corrosion resistance (marine environment challenges).
• Weight and load considerations for offshore platforms and floating structures.
• Welding, non-destructive testing (NDT), and quality control in offshore fabrication.
• Implement constructability reviews and design verification processes.

4. Fabrication Yard Operations and Logistics

• Learn about workshop layout planning and material flow optimization.
• Understand critical fabrication processes:
• Structural steel cutting, welding, and assembly.
• Piping, mechanical, and electrical integration.
• Blasting, painting, and coating for offshore durability.
• Optimize supply chain management and logistics planning for offshore project success.

5. Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Considerations

• Identify key safety risks in offshore fabrication yards and apply risk mitigation strategies.
• Learn about industry regulations, including:
• API, DNV, ABS, and IMO standards for offshore structures.
• OSHA and HSE compliance for fabrication operations.
• Waste management and emissions control in fabrication yards.
• Develop emergency response plans for fire, structural failures, and hazardous material handling.

6. Pre-Commissioning, Load-Out, and Offshore Installation

• Understand pre-commissioning and testing procedures before offshore deployment.
• Learn best practices for:
• Structural integrity testing.
• System integration and alignment checks.
• Equipment function testing.
• Plan for safe and efficient load-out onto barges, heavy-lift vessels, and transport ships.

7. Lessons Learned and Continuous Improvement in Offshore Fabrication

• Analyze case studies of successful offshore fabrication projects.
• Identify common challenges and solutions in offshore modular fabrication.
• Apply best practices for continuous improvement in fabrication yard operations.

Target Audience

This course is designed for professionals involved in offshore fabrication, construction management, and installation execution, including:

1. Engineering & Project Management Teams

2. Operations & Maintenance Teams

3. Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Professionals

4. Procurement & Supply Chain Teams

5. Senior Leadership & Decision Makers