Course Objectives:

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

1. Fundamentals of Crude Oil Storage, Loading, and Transport

• Understand the importance of proper crude oil storage, loading, and transportation in the oil and gas supply chain.
• Identify different types of crude oil and their storage requirements based on properties (API gravity, sulfur content, viscosity).
• Explain key safety and environmental challenges in crude oil handling.

2. Crude Oil Storage Systems and Tank Design

• Learn about different storage tank types and their applications:
• Fixed Roof Tanks (For low-volatility crude).
• Floating Roof Tanks (For minimizing vapor losses).
• Spherical and Bullet Tanks (For pressurized storage).
• Underground Storage (Salt caverns and lined rock caverns).
• Understand tank design considerations, including:
• Capacity and pressure ratings.
• Materials selection for corrosion resistance.
• Vapor recovery and emission control systems.
• Learn best practices for tank cleaning, inspection, and maintenance.

3. Crude Oil Loading and Unloading Operations

• Understand loading methods for crude oil:
• Marine Loading (Tankers, Barges)
• Pipeline Transfer
• Railcar Loading
• Truck Loading (Terminals and Distribution Centers)
• Design and operation of loading arms, manifolds, and metering systems.
• Implement safety measures for preventing overfilling, spills, and static electricity hazards.

4. Crude Oil Transportation Methods and Logistics

• Learn about key crude oil transport modes and their design considerations:
• Pipeline Transport (Onshore and offshore crude oil pipelines).
• Tanker Transport (Crude carriers, VLCCs, ULCCs).
• Rail Transport (Tank car design, regulatory requirements).
• Truck Transport (Tank truck design and logistics).
• Understand flow assurance challenges (wax deposition, hydrate formation, viscosity control).
• Implement crude blending strategies for transportation efficiency.

5. Environmental, Safety, and Regulatory Compliance

• Identify key environmental concerns related to crude oil storage and transportation.
• Apply industry best practices for spill prevention and response.
• Understand regulatory requirements for tank farm operations and crude oil transport (API, OSHA, EPA, IMO, DOT).
• Learn about vapor recovery systems, leak detection, and emissions control technologies.

6. Troubleshooting and Case Studies

• Study real-world storage, loading, and transport system failures.
• Develop systematic problem-solving approaches for pipeline leaks, tank overfills, and contamination incidents.
• Apply reliability and maintenance strategies to ensure long-term operational efficiency.

Target Audience

This course is designed for professionals involved in crude oil storage, transportation, and logistics, including:

1. Engineers & Technical Personnel

• Process Engineers
• Mechanical Engineers
• Chemical Engineers
• Instrumentation & Control Engineers

2. Operations & Maintenance Teams

• Terminal Operators
• Pipeline Engineers
• Tank Farm Supervisors
• Loading and Unloading Operators