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WHAT YOU WILL GAIN:• SkillsandcompetenciesinE&Ioilandgasengineering

• KnowledgeofthelatesttechnologiesinE&Ioilandgasengineering

• Keytechniquesinoperatingyourfacilitytothehighestlevelofsafetyandinprotectingtheenvironment

• TremendousboosttoyourE&Ioilandgascareer–nomatterwhetheryouareanewengineeringgraduateoratechnician

• Decadesofrealexperiencedistilledintothecoursepresentationsandmaterials

• GuidancefromrealE&Ioilandgasexpertsinthefield

• Hands-onpracticalknowledgefrominstructorswithextensivereal-worldexperience

• CredibilityasthelocalexpertinE&Ioilandgas

• Networkingcontactsintheoilandgasindustry

• Improvedcareerprospectsandincome

• AnEITAdvancedDiplomaofE&IEngineeringforOilandGasFacilities

COmmENCEmENTDATE:Forupcomingcommencementdates,pleaseviewourcoursescheduleat:

http://www.eit.edu.au/schedule

Advanced Diploma of

ElEctrical and instrumEntation (E & i) EnginEEring for oil and gas facilitiEs

Formoreinformation ortoenrol,[email protected]

Gaincuttingedgeexpertisewiththisprestigious,practicalADVANCEDDIPLOmA

AbouttheEngineeringInstituteofTechnology(EIT)The key objective of the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) is to provide outstanding practicalengineeringandtechnologyeducation;fromDiplomasandbeyond.Thefinestengineeringlecturersandinstructors, with extensive real world engineering experience in industry, are drawn from around theworld.Thelearningisgainedthroughwebandvideobased,online(e-learning)technologies.

TheEIToffersawardsinagrowingarrayofengineeringfields.many(perhaps,most)engineeringfacultiesatuniversitiesandcollegesexperienceasignificantchallengedeliveringthecourse-workaffordablyandwith excellence. The EIT achieves this using online based education - economical class sizes areattainable,internationalexpertsareengagedtoinstructandremotelaboratoriesandsimulationsoftwareare employed. The EIT is a sister company of the well known and reputable engineering trainingorganisation, IDC Technologies. IDC has been operating for over 20 years, from offices throughout theworld,deliveringpracticalshortcoursestowellover300,000engineersandtechnicians.

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IntroductionThere is a growing shortage, and hence opportunity, for Electrical and Instrumentation (E & I) technicians,technologistsandengineersintheoilandgasindustry.Thisisduetoanincreasingneedforhighertechnologymethodsofobtainingandprocessingoilandgasasitisafinitedecliningresource.Thepriceofoilisheadingupwardssteadily,thusmakingpersonnelandtheirassociatedoilandgasexpertiseintheseindustriesevenmorevaluable.Thetechnicalchallengesofextractingoilandgasarebecomingevermoredemanding,withincreasingemphasisonmoremarginalfieldsandpreviouslyinaccessiblezonessuchasdeepoceans,Polarregions,FalklandIslandsandGreenland.Theaimofthis18-monthe-learningprogramistoprovideyouwithcoreE&Iengineeringskillssothattheseopportunitiesmaybeaccessed,toenhanceyourcareer,andtobenefityourfirm.

Oftenuniversitiesandcollegesdoabrilliantjobofteachingthetheoreticaltopics,butfailtoactivelyengageintheapplicationofthetheoryofE&Iengineering,especiallythenecessarypracticallybasedsubjectsfortheoilandgasindustries.muchofthematerialkeytoE&Ipracticeanditsprofessionalapplicationintheworkplaceisnotcoveredinsufficientdetailinuniversityandcollegecurriculums.Thisadvanceddiplomaispresentedbyinstructorswhoarehighlyexperiencedengineersfromindustry,having'workedinthetrenches'inthevariousE&Iengineeringareas.When doing any course today, a mix of both extensive experience and teaching prowess is essential. All ourinstructorshavebeencarefullyselectedandareseasonedprofessionals.

Thisadvanceddiplomacourseprovidesapracticaltreatmentofelectricalpowersystemsandinstrumentationwithintheoil,gas,petrochemicalandoffshoreindustries.WhilstthereissometheorythisisusedinapracticalcontextgivingyouthenecessarytoolstoensurethattheElectricalandInstrumentationhardwareisdeliveringtheresultsintended.Nomatterwhetheryouareanewelectrical,instrumentationorcontroltechnician/technologist/graduateengineer or indeed, even a practising facilities engineer, you will find this course beneficial in improving yourunderstanding,skillsandknowledgeofthewholespectrumofactivitiesrangingfrombasicE&Iengineeringtoadvancedpracticeincludinghazardousareas,datacommunicationsalongwithavastarrayofE&Iequipmentutilisedinanoilandgasenvironment.

advanced diploma of electrical and instrumentation (e & i) engineering for oil and gas facilities

WhoShouldAttendThiscoursewouldbeidealforyouifyouareseekingtogetknow-howandexpertiseintheoilandgasbusinessandarean:• Instrumentandprocesscontroltechnicianortechnologist• Instrumentfitter• Chemicalormechanicalengineer• Electricalengineercurrentlyworkinginadifferentareatooilandgas• Experiencedelectrician• Arecentgraduateelectrical,instrumentationormechanicalengineerEvenifyouarehighlyexperiencedyouwillfindthisagreatwaytobecomefamiliarwiththeoilandgastechnologyasquicklyaspossible.

EngineeringInstitute ofTechnology AccreditationStatusThe Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) is aninstituteforhigher learning. Ithasemergedfromitsfoundingorganisation,IDCTechnologies,whichisaninternationalproviderofpractical, technical training.Sinceitsconceptionin1991,threehundredthousandengineers,techniciansandtechnologistshavebeentrained globally. The EIT has received recognition,endorsementand/oraccreditation(variesbycourseandlocation)fromauthorisingbodiesbasedaroundtheworld.Theseinclude:

IEEE Education Partner - The IEEE is the world'sleading professional association for theadvancement of technology, with more than375,000membersinmorethan160countries.

The Training Accreditation Council in Australia -Thenationalleaderinthestrategicmanagementoftherecognitionandqualityassuranceoftraining.

The Institute of Measurement and Control intheUnited Kingdom - Britain’s foremost professionalbody for the Automation Industry. The AdvancedDiploma is recognised by the Institute ofmeasurement and Control as contributing to the‘initial professional development’ required foreventual registration as Chartered or IncorporatedEngineers.TheAdvancedDiplomaisalsoapprovedbytheInstituteasprovidingCPD.

The Project Management Institute - more than265,000membersinover170countries,providesrecognitionandcreditforcontinuingeducationunits(CEUs) provided for these courses through oursistercompany,IDCTechnologies.

South Africa -TheEIThasobtainedvalidationforCPD Points from the SAImechE (South AfricanmechanicalInstitute),COET(ChamberofEngineeringTechnology) and SAIEE (South African Institute ofElectricalEngineers),whoareVoluntaryAssociationsrecognised by ECSA (Engineering Council of SouthAfrica). To view our list of validated courses andprograms,visitECSA'swebsitewww.ecsa.co.zaandrefertotheCPDActivities.

IPENZ - The Institution of Professional EngineersNewZealand(IPENZ)istheprofessionalbodywhichrepresents professional engineers from alldisciplinesinNewZealand.

BenefitsofLiveE-learning• Upgradeyourskillsandrefreshyourknowledgewithouthavingtotakevaluabletimeawayfrom

work• Receiveinformationandmaterialsinsmall,easytodigestsections• Learnfromalmostanywhere-allyouneedisanInternetconnection• Haveconstantsupportfromyourcourseinstructorsandcoordinatorforthedurationofthecourse• Interactandnetworkwithparticipantsfromaroundtheglobeandgainvaluableinsightinto

internationalpractice• Learnfrominternationalindustryexperts• Liveinteractivewebinars,notjusta‘bookontheweb’• ReceiveanaccreditedEITAdvancedDiplomaofElectricalandInstrumentation(E&I)

EngineeringforOilandGasFacilities

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COURSESTRUCTUREThevaluableoilandgascoursehasfivemainstreams:

1. Electricalengineering

2. Instrumentationandcontrolengineering(onshoreandoffshore)

3. Generaloilandgasengineering

4. Subseainstrumentationandcontrol

5. FloatingProduction,StorageandOffloading(FPSO)Facilities

PresentationFormatThe programme features real-world applicationsand uses a multi-pronged approach involvinginteractive on-line webinars, simulation softwareandself-studyassignmentswithamentoroncall.Thecourseconsistsof72topicsdeliveredoveraperiod of 18 months. Presentations and groupdiscussions will be conducted using a live,interactive software system. For each topic youwill receive an initial reading assignment (whichwill be delivered to you in electronic format inadvanceoftheonlinepresentations).Therewillbecoursework or problems to be submitted and insomecasestherewillbepracticalexercises,usingsimulationsoftwareandremotelabsthatyoucaneasilydofromyourhomeoroffice.Youwillhaveongoing support from your course coordinatorsandinstructors.

For more information about the presentation ofthis course please review this prospectus,contact your advisor, or ask for a copy of ouranswerstoFrequentlyAskedQuestions.


HardwareandSoftwareRequirementsTo join thewebinarsallyouneed isanadequateInternet connection, PC, speakers and amicrophone. The software package and setupdetailswillbesenttoyoupriortothecourse.Thesoftwareisincludedinthecoursefee.

Formoreinformation ortoenrol,pleasecontact

[email protected]

OilandGasElectricalEngineering–Design,Installation,CommissioningandmaintenanceElectricalpowersystemswithin theoil,gas,petrochemicalandoffshore industrieshavesignificantlydifferentcharacteristicstoatypicalpowerutilityandassociatedconsumersofelectricity.Thiscourseprovidesanexcellentbalancebetweenbasicapplicablemathematicaltheoryandpracticalknow-howwhichissoessentialinapplyingthisimmediatelytoyourwork.Solid,practicalknowledgeisprovidedin theelectricalsystemsequipmentused inoff-shoreproductionplatforms,on-shoreseparationandproductionplants,drillingrigs,pipelines,refineriesandevengeneralpetrochemicalplants.Becauseofthe hazardous nature of oil and gas plants there is particular emphasis on the design, installation,commissioning, maintenance and use of electrical equipment in hazardous areas. You will gainconfidenceinbasicdesign,selection,andoperationofthetypicalelectricalequipmentusedintheseareas.Numerouspracticalrule-of-thumbexamplesaregiventoenableyoutomakequickestimatesandassessmentswhilstengagedinyourwork.

OilandGasInstrumentationandControlEngineering–Design,Installation,CommissioningandmaintenanceInstrumentationandcontrolengineeringisthemostdiversifiedandchallengingareaintheoilandgasindustry.Itcoversawholegambitofengineeringsuchas:

• InstrumentationEngineering-Youwilllearnaboutdesigndocumentationandspecification,fieldmeasurementdevices,controlelements,conditionandmachinemonitoring,fieldbus,actuators,controlvalves,severeservicevalves,solenoids,hydraulics,testingandcalibration,wirelessinstrumentation,instrumentfittings/monoflanges/manifolds/tubingandaccessories,“on-line”processanalysersandsamplesystems,pressurereliefvalves,chokevalvesandassociated“realworld”applications.

• ControlSystemEngineering–ThisextremelyinterestingareacoversProgrammableLogicControllers(PLCs),SupervisoryControlandDataAcquisition(SCADA),DistributedControlSystems(DCS),controlsystemtuning,basicsofadvancedprocesscontrol,controlapplications,compressorsurgecontrol,pneumaticcontrollers,programmableautomationcontrollers,processcontrolsecurity,OPCandsmartplantconcepts.

• SafetyInstrumentedSystems–SISisaveryimportantpartofanyoilandgasplantinthatthesesystemsprovidethemostimportantsafetylayernecessarytoprotectafacility.YouwilllearnaboutSafetyIntegrityLevels(SIL),theimportanceofmaintainingSISinstrumentation,safetylogic,BurnermanagementSystems(BmS),emergencyshutdownsystemsandtheircertification,shutdownandblowdownvalves,SISstandards,fireandgasdetectionandprotectionsystemsanddevicesalongwithcombinedsafetysystems.

InadditionyouwillgetsomeinsightintoHighIntegrityPipelineProtectionSystems(HIPPS).

GeneralOilandGasEngineeringThis covers critical aspects which are applicable across all disciplines associated with oil and gasengineeringincluding;

• Corrosion–asmanyoilandgasinstallationsareeitheronthecoastorinoffshorelocationsabasicunderstandingofcorrosionandhowtomitigateagainstitseffectsisveryimportant.Byjustinstallingafittingofthewrongmaterial,thesafetyofamultimilliondollarfacilitycanbecompromised.

• Health,SafetyandEnvironment,includingfacilitysafetycases,legislation,spillreporting,hazards,workpermits,safeworkingpractices,workingwithhighpressurehydraulicsandJobSafetyAnalysis(JSA)documentation.

• HowtowritearesumeandCV,techniquesforsellingyourselfataninterview.

• Basicsofoilandgasprocessplant,theimportanceofunderstandinghowaplantworkswithrealexamplesofanoffshoreoilandgasplatform,refineryandLNGplant.

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TimeCommitment fortheCourseYouwillneedtospendanestimated6-10hoursperweek.Thisincludesthereadingofthematerialprior to your attendance at each hour webinar(45minuteswith15minutesfordiscussion)andthe time needed to complete assignments forsubmission. This time would be required toensure the material is covered adequately andsufficientknowledgeisgainedtoprovidesound,enduring and immediately useful skills inengineering. The EIT operates almost all yearlong,soyourstudieswillcontinuemostweeksoftheyeartoenableyoutoachievethequalificationinanacceleratedtimeperiodwhencomparedtoatraditionalsemester-basedsystem.

CourseFeesYour course fees include weekly webinars withleading engineering and technical experts, 15technical eBooks, all course materials, softwareand postage, plus grading and support from thecourse coordinators and instructors. We providepaymentoptionsandcanacceptfeesinavarietyofcurrencies.Pleasecontactyouradvisorforfeesinanappropriatecurrencyforyourlocation.

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COURSESTRUCTURE(continued)

You will then work through a project such as a three-phase inlet separator, its components, design,operation,controlandinstrumentationandmaintenance.YouwillgainastrongintroductiontoFrontEndEngineering Design (FEED) with coverage of flow diagrams, P&IDs, control system philosophy, safetyinstrumentedsystemlogic,specification,costestimatesanddesignapproval.Youwillthenbeexposedtofinaldesignactivitiesincludingauthorisationforexpenditure,specifications,powersystems,wiringandconnectiondiagrams,logicdiagramsandbillofmaterials.Finally,theconstruction,installationandcommissioningphasewillbecoveredwithanemphasisonfactoracceptancetesting(FAT),commissioning,startupandmaintenance.

SubseaControlSystemsEngineeringSubseamanifoldsarecommonlyutilisedinoffshoreapplications,theseareeithertiedbacktoplatformsor piped onshore. These have instrumentation and control systems that are specifically designed fordeepwateruse.Youwilllearnaboutthebasicconceptsandhowthesesystemsaremonitored,controlledandmaintained.

FloatingProduction,StorageandOffloading(FPSO)FacilitiesFloatingproduction,storageandoffloadingfacilitiesreceivecrudeoilandgasfromdeepwaterwellsandstore it until the crude oil can be pumped into other vessels for transport to shore. This facility isespeciallyusefulforextendingextractionprocessesintodeepwaterareaspreviouslyinaccessible.Theprocessing facilities onboard the FPSO separate the produced oil, water and gas. Floating LNG (FLNG)facilities are the latest oil and gas facilities being deployed around the world. The electrical andinstrumentationsystemsrelevanttoFPSOswillbeexaminedduringthiscourse.

Wheretofromhere?Essentially, the Advanced Diploma and theGraduate Diploma each require 18 months. Werunthecourseswithlecturesalmosteveryweekwith minimal break for holidays; so we believethisisvirtuallyequivalenttoa“full-time”coursethatrequirescampusattendance,butpresentedinafarmoreefficientmannertosaveyoutime.The advanced diploma (72 web conferencesessionsover18months)isatanentrybachelordegree level and the Graduate Diplomaapproaches a masters degree level (aboveBachelor of Engineering and may serve as anentry to a masters degree depending uponindividual circumstances). The next step aftersuccessfully completing the advanced diplomais the Graduate Diploma. We may give credit toanyone attempting the Graduate Diploma as aresult of experience, relevant prior study orsuccessfulcompletionoftheAdvancedDiploma.

ItiscriticalthatanyoneundertakingtheGraduateDiploma is going to be cognisant in all areas iftheyhavenotcompletedtheAdvancedDiploma.It is crucial that the candidate for the GraduateDiploma is competent with all the materialsassociated with the lower level advanceddiploma course before one gets into the“graduate” level of knowledge. It is almost likerunning before you can walk. The criteria forentering the Graduate Diploma is normally abachelor of engineering with sufficientexperience/know-how and demonstratedcompetency. For instance a “gun” technician islikely to be far more “qualified” to enter theGraduate Diploma course than a person withpurely a bachelor of engineering who has notworkedinoilandgasE&I.

Hence the ideal approach is to complete theAdvanced Diploma or prove competency in thedifferent components of the advanced diplomabeforeundertakingtheGraduateDiploma.

Inadditionmanyofthetopics(intheAdvancedDiploma)havebothabasic(AdvancedDiploma)andhigherengineeringlevel(GraduateDiploma);thus these are covered in both programs. Oneexample is flow meters. The Advanced Diplomacovers the principals of operation, installation,commissioning and maintenance, and toucheson some of the more advanced theory. TheGraduate Diploma will cover flow calculations,Standards(AGA,ISOetc),allocationandcustodytransfer, meter proving, straight lengths anddesign along with the associated theory. TheGraduate diploma would have exposure to flowmeter calculation programs BUT still be in apositiontocalculatebyhand(ourviewisthataflow calculation program should be checked toassure accuracy of the result – this may becheckingonlyonecalculationtoverify–but isessential).

Atthisstage,wedonotofferamastersdegreeinoilandgasE&Ibutareplanningtointroduceitinduecourse.


COREmODULESThe23moduleswillbecompletedinthefollowingorder:1 FundamentalsofElectricalEngineering

2 FundamentalsofInstrumentation,measurementandProcessControlEngineering

Electrical Engineering

3. ElectricalDrawings,DocumentationandSchematics

4. PowerDistribution

5. PowerTransformers

6. SwitchgearforPowerDistribution

7. CablesandWires–maintenanceandInstallationPractice

8. PowerSystemProtectionandCo-ordination (incl.FaultCalculations/StabilityandProtectiveRelays)

9. ElectricalSafetyandGrounding/Earthing,BondingandLightningProtection

10. PowerQuality,UninterruptiblePowerSupplies(UPSs),SurgeProtection andNoise(EmI/EmCControl)

11. Troubleshooting,maintenanceandProtectionofACElectricalmotorsand Variable(orAdjustable)SpeedDrives(VSDs)forInstrumentationandControlSystems

12. ElectricalEquipmentinHazardousareas

13. ElectricalApplicationstoanOilandGasPlatformandSite

Instrumentation and Control

14 GeneralInstrumentationStandardsinOilandGasandBestPracticein Process,Electrical&InstrumentationDrawingsandDocumentation

15 ProcessInstrumentation

16 Calibration,InstallationandmaintenanceofInstruments

17 ProcessControlBasicsandControlValvesSizing,Selectionandmaintenance (incl.PressureReliefValves)

18 ProgrammableLogicControllers

19 SCADASystemsandDistributedControlSystems

20 IndustrialDataCommunications(incl.FieldbusandIndustrialEthernet)

21 SafetyInstrumentationandEmergencyShutdownSystemsforOilandGas (IEC61511andIEC61508)–BasicIntroduction

22 WellheadandFlowlineControl–ControlSystems

23 OilandGasSpecificApplicationsFloatingProduction,StorageandOffloading(FPSO)Facilities

Fordetailedinformationonthecontentand

breakdownofmodules,seepages10to26

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WeareFlexibleWithYourCommitmentsWe recognise that personal circumstances canmake it difficult to complete the course in thetimeavailable.Wewillbeflexibleaboutthetimeyou require to complete the course. You can“pause and restart” by joining a subsequentintake(arejoiningfeemayapply).Wewillallowupto3yearsfromyouroriginalcommencementdate to complete the course. You can withdrawfrom the course at any time and receive aCertificate for the topics you have completed.However, completion of all 72 topics will earnyou the EIT Advanced Diploma of Electrical andInstrumentation (E & I) Engineering for Oil andGasFacilities.

Comprehensivee-BooksandAssociatedDocumentationYouwillreceive15ofourup-to-datetechnical,searchable,e-Bookstoaddtoyourlibrary.Togetherthesetextscontainover4000pagesofvaluableknow-howdistilledfromyearsofexperienceinpresentingthesecoursesthroughouttheworld.

1) ElectricalDrawingsandSchematics

2) PracticalPowerTransformers:Operation,maintenanceandTesting

3) PracticalPowerDistribution

4) Grounding/earthing,ShieldingandSurgeProtectionof ElectricalEquipmentforInstrumentationandControl

5) PracticalPowerSystemHarmonics,Grounding/Earthingand PowerQuality-ProblemsandSolutions

6) PracticalInstrumentationforAutomationandProcessControl

7) PracticalControlValveSizing,Selectionandmaintenance

8) PracticalProgrammableLogicControllers(PLCs) forAutomationandProcessControl

9) PracticalSCADASystemsforIndustry

10) PracticalTroubleshootingandProblemSolvingof IndustrialDataCommunications

11) PracticalSafetyInstrumentationandEmergency ShutdownSystemsforProcessIndustries

12) PracticalHazardousAreasforEngineersandTechnicians

13) BestPracticeinProcess,Electrical&InstrumentationDrawingsandDocumentation

14) PracticalPowerSystemProtectionforEngineersandTechnicians

15) PracticalProcessControl

Please Note: Students who choose to pay upfront will receive all 15 e-Books in advance. If you opt to pay by installments you will receive e-Books periodically throughout the course.

e-Books are available in hard copy at 50% of the recommended retail price. Contact us for pricing details.

EntranceRequirementsThisEngineeringInstituteofTechnologyadvanceddiplomaisanaccelerated,practical,work-orientedcourse.Itisdesignedforengineersandtechnicianswho have some background in the field. Thisincludes those who have technical or ‘trade’qualificationswhowanttomovetothenextcareerstep, those with substantial relevant workexperience who need to formalise and enhancetheir achievements, and those with higher levelqualificationsinarelatedfieldwhowishtodevelopspecialistknowledge.Practicalworkexperienceinrelated areas of engineering would helpenormously.Itwouldnotbesuitableforastudentwith no relevant work experience. We will reviewyourenrolmentapplicationandmayrecommendpre-coursestudiesifrequired.

AdvancedDiplomaPreparationCourseIf you are unsure if you have a strong enoughgrasp of the fundamental knowledge requiredfor this course, or you simply want to refreshyour skills and experience e-learning in ashorter course, we recommend that youconsider the EIT’s engineering studiespreparation course. This intensive course3-month course covers the fundamentals ofengineering maths, physics and chemistry.Pleaseaskyouradvisorforthebrochure.Ifyoudon't currently have an existing qualificationand/orexperience,pleasecontactusforadvice.most important, however, is a determination topersistandcompletethiscourse.

You will participate in practicalexercises using a combination ofremote laboratories and simulationsoftware, to ensure you get therequisite hands-on experience. Thiswillgiveyouasolidpracticalexposureto the key principles covered in thecourseandensureyouareabletoputtheoryintopractice.

As research shows, no matter howgiftedandexperiencedaninstructor(andwebelieveoursaresomeofthebestworldwide),noone learnsfromaninstructoronlypresentingcoursematerialstotheminalectureformat.Itisonlybytheadditionalactivitiesof hands-on exercises using simulation software, remote laboratories, practically based assignments andinteractive discussion groups with both your peers and the instructor that you are able to internalise thisknowledge,"takeownershipofit"andapplyitsuccessfullytotherealworld.Youshouldnotethatthereissomedegreeofoverlapbetweenthepracticalsessionsbetweenthedifferentunitstoreinforcetheconceptsandtolookattheissuesfromdifferentperspectives.

Traditionaldistancelearningthuspresentschallengesinachievingthesegoalsbutwebelievetodaywiththemoderne-learningtechnologiesavailablecombinedwithoutstandinginstructorsthatwecangiveyouanequivalentorindeedevenbetterexperiencethanonatraditionaluniversitycampus.

Practicalsessionsmaybeadded,deletedormodifiedbytheinstructorstoensurethebestoutcomeforstudents.

PracticalExercises,RemoteLabsandAssignments


PriorLearningRecognitionandExemptionsTheEITcangiveyoufullorpartialcreditformoduleswhere you can demonstrate substantial priorexperience or educational background. Anassessmentfeemayapply.Ifyouwishtofindoutmorepleaseaskusforyourcopyofthepolicyforrecognitionofpriorlearning.

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Yourteamofprofessionalpresentersandfacilitatorsaredrawnfromexpertsintheirfield.Theywillworkcloselywithyouforthedurationofthecourse.

InternationalExpertSpeakerFaculty

CourseDesignerandConsultantJimRussell IEng(UK)FIICAmInstmC

JimhasbeenworkingintheInstrumentandControlengineeringdisciplineforover40years,mainlyintheoilandgasindustry.AfterstudyingintheUK,hestartedhiscareerasanInstrumentApprenticewithEssoFawley,rapidlyfollowedupasanAssistantInstrumentEngineerwithBritishGas,whichheregardedashis"realapprenticeship".

OnmovingtoAustralia,hethenprogressedtoInstrumentEngineerwithWorleyEngineeringontheWoodsideEnergyNorthRankin"A"platform,beforebecomingthe Instrument focal point at WAPET. Following this his role was Lead Control Systems Engineer on the Woodside Energy Goodwyn A platform design withresponsibility for the Process Control and Safety Systems, where he pioneered the successful introduction of new technologies such as industrial datacommunicationsunderpinningthetraditionalinstrumentationandDistributedcontrolSystems.AftersuccessfulcompletionofthisprojectJimjoinedrapidlygrowingAustralianmultinational,WoodsideEnergy,asPrincipalInstrumentEngineerwithresponsibilitiesforstandards,technicalintegrity,newtechnologyandinstrumentsystems.Jimnowconsultsinawiderangeofmainlyoilandgastopics.

Asapublicservicetoengineeringprofessionals,Jimhassetupwhatmustsurelybeoneofmostcomprehensive(freeorprobono)resourcesonInstrumentation,Control,FireandGasandSafetySystemcallediceweb(http://www.iceweb.com.au).HehasalsoactedaschairoftheFoundationfieldbusEndUserCouncilAustralia,andwasoneofonlyfiveengineersworldwidewhoaremembersoftheFoundationfieldbusEndUserAdvisoryCouncil. Whennotconsultingandreading,Jimenjoystimewithhisfamilyandathisbelovedbeachsidecottage"downsouth".

CourseDesignerandElectricalEngineeringInstructorDrAlanSheldrake PhDBSc(Elec.Eng)

Alanhasakeeninterestinmostaspectsofpowersystemdesignandoperation,andspecialisesinlargerotatingmachinesandhighvoltageequipment.Until1985hewasbasedmainlyinLondonworkingfortheCentralElectricityGeneratingBoard(CEGB)andseveralmajorpetrochemicalengineeringcontractors,suchasStone&WebsterEngineering,WorleyEngineering,Brown&RootandAmEC.Sincethen,AlanhasdonethebulkofhisworkatvariouslocationsinEurope,themiddleEastandAsia.Overthepastdecadehehastendedtospecialiseinthefollowingsubjects:• Performanceoftraditionalcontrolsystemsforgasturbinesandgenerators.• ApplicationofPowermanagementSystems(PmS)forgasturbinesandgeneratorstoimproveoperability,availabilityand

tominimiseunnecessaryshutdownofwholepowerplants.• Computersimulationofpowersystemsandtheirindividualcomponents,e.g.DOLandsoftstartingoflargeinductionmotors,gasturbinePID

governorcontrolsystems,AVRsandexciters,D-Qaxistransientmodelingofgenerators.• Coordinationandcomputersimulationofprotectiverelaying,e.g.specialcasessuchascoordinatingunder-frequencyrelayswithloadshedding

elementsofaPmS.• Programmingandsimulationofcomplexcalculationsforrepetitivesituations,e.g.volt-dropincablesandlines,cablesizing,harmonicpenetration,

transientperformanceofgeneratorsandmotors.

Thisexperiencestimulatedhimtowritehisworldfamouscomprehensivehandbook:Handbookofelectricalengineeringforpractitionersintheoil,gasandpetrochemicalindustries.AlthoughAlanhasastrongpracticalbiastohiscareer,hehasalsohadavibrantacademiccareerwithnumerouspaperspublishedandaPh.DfromImperialCollege,London.Hismainhobbiesaremathematics,constructingelectronicdevicesandplayinggolf.

CourseDesignerandInstrumentationInstructorDrStevemackay PhD,CPEng,FIE(Aust)BSc(ElecEng),BSc(Hons),mBA,mmR DeanofEngineering,EIT

StevehasworkedinengineeringthroughoutAustralia,Europe,AfricaandNorthAmericaforthepast30years.Hehaspresentednumerousindustrialautomationandindustrialdatacommunicationscoursesworldwidetoover18,000engineersandtechnicians,andhasaparticularinterestinpracticalandleadingedgeaspectsofmarketing,businessandengineeringpractice.

HeisafellowofEngineersAustraliaandthetechnicaldirectorandfounderofIDCTechnologies,agrowingengineeringtrainingandpublishingfirmwhichhasbeenoperatingfromofficesthroughouttheworldsince1992.Hehasalsoactedastheauthororeditorofover30engineeringtextbookssoldthroughouttheworld.Hefeelsthatallengineeringbusinessesneedtothinkgloballyandkeepexperimentingwithnewapproaches.Currently,heisactivelyinvolvedinresearchandimplementationofremotelabtechnology.

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CoursePresenter-SeniorInstrumentationEngineer

DavemacDonaldBSc(Hons)Inst.Eng.

Throughout his career Dave has been involved in the application of instrumentation and control technology to industrial andchemicalprocesses.AsaseniorinstrumentengineerintheUKandlaterwithAECILtdinSouthAfricahewasinvolvedinmanagingthedesignandimplementationprojectsforprocesscontrolsystemsfromconceptualdesigntocommissioning.

Overthepast6yearsDavehasspecialisedinthetechnologyofriskreductionthroughtheapplicationsafetyinstrumentedsystems.Hehasworkedasatraininginstructorandteamleaderforhazardstudiesandsafetysystemreviewsinchemicalprocessingplantsand boiler systems. With IDC Technologies he has developed this course to reflect recent developments in international bestpractices.

Inthepastfewyears,DavehaslecturedonthisandrelatedtopicstohundredsofengineersandtechniciansinCanada,theUnitedKingdom,Ireland,AustraliaandSouthAfrica.Hispositiveandenthusiasticapproachcombinedwithhisbroadknowledgeofthesubjectmakesthiscourseanottobe-missedlearningexperience.

CoursePresenter-SeniorHazardousAreasInstructor

GeoffBottrillHNC,DmS,mIEE

Geoffhasbeenworkingintheinstrumentation,measurementandcontrolfieldsforovertwenty-fiveyearsandhasspentthepastfifteenyearsspecialisinginHazardousAreas,IntrinsicSafetyandInstrumentationDrawings.GeoffbeganhiscareeratKentInstruments,asaserviceengineerworkinginboththeUKandEastAfrica.Hisexperiencerangesfromsystemsdesignfunctions,on-sitetroubleshootingtotechnicalandcommercialcustomersupport.

Recently Geoff has taken on the responsibility of mentoring engineers in training, in addition to the presentation of engineeringworkshopsintheprocesscontrolandmeasurementfield.Hispositiveinteractivestyletoteachinghasmadehimpopularwithworkshopattendeesworldwide.

CoursePresenter-InstrumentationInstructor

IanVerhappenBSc,P.Eng,ISAFellow,ISACertifiedAutomationProfessional

Ianhasbeeninvolvedindigitalcommunicationssince1994installingthefirstmulti-vendorFoundationFieldbusprojectin1996.Sincethen,IanhasservedasbothaleadingProjectEngineer/Designerandanexternal/coldeyesreviewconsultantforanumberofcompaniesandinpulpandpaper,mining,foodprocessing,waterandwastewater,oilsandsprocessing,petrochemicalandrefiningindustries.

Ianisco-author,withAugustoPereira,ofISA'spopular"FoundationFieldbusPocketGuide".AlsounderIan'sguidanceaseditor,istheFoundationFieldbusEndUserAdvisoryCouncil's "EngineeringDesignGuide,FoundationFieldbusdocumentAG-181".This is thedefinitiveguideforthecompletelifecycleforFieldbusprojects.The"Guide"hasbeentranslatedintoGerman,Japanese,ChineseandRussian,demonstratinghowwidelyitisusedasthebasisformanycorporateandprojectspecifications.IanisalsoanactivevolunteerwithISA,servingasVice-PresidentoftheStandardsandPractices2005/6andwasthepersonresponsiblefortheformationoftheISA-100IndustrialWirelesscommitteeonwhichhecontinuestoparticipate.IanisalsoheadinguptheFieldbusFoundation'sHighSpeedEthernetRemoteI/Odevelopmentteam.

Ianisknownasadigitalcommunicationsevangelistandhispassionforthetopichastakenhimaroundtheworldtosharehisexperiences.Ianhastheabilitytoexplaintechnologyinsimpletermsthatcanbeunderstoodbyotherswithoutthesameleveloftheoryorexperience,ararequality!Ian'sseminarsarelesspresentationthantheyareinteractiveconversationsloadedwithpracticalexamplesandexperiences,hisenthusiasmforthetopiciscontagiousandleavesyounotonlymoreknowledgeableaboutthetopicbutexcitedtogo"makeitwork".

CoursePresenter-ChemicalEngineer

N.S.NandagopalB.Sc(ChemEng),m.Sc,P.E.

Nandahasovertwentyfiveyearsofindustryandacademicexperienceintheareaofprocessplantlayoutandpipingdesign.

Hisexperienceincludesworkintheareasofprocessdesign,plantdesign,pipestressanalysisandpipingengineeringanddesign.WhileatBrown&Root,Nandadesignedandengineeredmajorpipingsystemsforoffshoreplatformsincludinghightemperatureandhigh-pressurelines.HehasservedontheBoardofDirectorsofSocietyofPipingEngineersandDesigners(SPED)andisconstantlyintouchwiththetrendsandcurrentpracticesinprocessplantandpipingdesign.

Nanda has extensive experience in teaching short, intense, review courses for engineering license exams in the USA and is aregisteredProfessionalEngineer(P.E) intheStateofTexas,USA.Heisapassionatepresenterwhotrulyenjoysconveyingcomplextechnicalconcepts inapractical,downtoearthmanner.Aneffectivecommunicator,Nandareceivesexcellentreviewsfromcourseparticipants.

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CoursePresenter-SeniorInstrumentationEngineer

DrRodneyJacobsNHDip,mDipTech,BA(Hons),DTech

Rodneyhasover20yearsexperienceinthegoldminingindustry,undergroundaswellasspecialisinginmetallurgicaloperationsintheGoldPlants.Hehasworkedpredominatelyintheinstrumentation;processcontrolandautomationfield,andisresponsiblefor hardware and software designs associated with instrumentation. His areas of special interest include PLCs, SCADA systems,process control and programming. Having spent many years on the shop-floor, Rodney has built up a vast amount of hands-onpracticalexperience,andisapastrecipientoftheN&Zaward,whichisoneofthemostprestigiousawards,forSouthAfricansinthefieldofinstrumentation.

RodneyiscurrentlyactiveasaConsultingEngineerinthefieldofinstrumentation,bothtotheminingindustryaswellastoothergeneral engineering companies, which require specialised solutions. He has also lectured in Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Digital Systems, at auniversitylevel.RodneyfeelsthatpeoplearethemostimportantassetofanyorganisationandhasaqualificationinPsychologytocomplementhisEngineeringknowledgeandexperience.

RodneyhaspresentednumerousIDCworkshopsintheUnitedStates,England,Ireland,Scotland,Bahrain,UnitedArabEmirates,Iran,Vietnam,Australia,NewZealand,malaysiaandagreatdealofsub-SaharancountriesinAfrica.

CoursePresenter-SeniorChemicalEngineer

mrJohnWestover BScChEng,mEngSciProcessIntegration

Johnhasover28yearsofexperienceintheoilandgasindustry,andhiscareerhastakenhimfromRockymountainsandtheArcticCoastofAlaskatovariouslocationsinAustralia,withseveralstopsinbetween.Hehaspreviouslyworkedforbothowner/operatorssuchasAmocoandBPandtheengineeringcompany,Fluorandhasfirsthandunderstandingoftheuniqueneedsandrequirementsofvariousstakeholders.

Hefirstearnedtherespectofhisoperationsandmaintenanceco-workerswhenheprovedsomethermocoupleswerenotworkingproperly–hehadtowearasafetyharnessandclimba35-traydistillationcolumnoutsidetheladdercagetogetsomedata(thedataverifiedhistheory).

Afterreachingtheageof40,Johncompletedhismastersdegree,specificallylookingathowprocessintegrationcouldbesystematicallyusedtoreducetheweightofoffshoreplatforms(whichresultedinapaperfortheSocietyofPetroleumEngineer).Sincethenhiscareerhasstartedtotransitionintotrainingandmentoringroles.HedevelopedapracticalcourseformonashUniversity,showinghowtheprinciplesofChemicalEngineeringtaughtinschoolcouldbeappliedtorealengineeringproblemsandhasconsistentlybeenoneofthemosthighlyratedcoursesbythestudents.HehasalsodevelopedremotetrainingmodulesforoperationsandmaintenancepersonnelforafacilityexpansionwithnewtechnologyinPakistan.

WithJohnsexperienceandknowledge,youwillwalkawayfromthisworkshopwithskillsthatyoucanimmediatelyapplytoyourwork.

CoursePresenter-SeniorChemicalEngineer

DrSrinivasShastriB.E.,m.S.,PhD,mBA

Srinivashasworkedinavarietyofrolesrangingfromprocessengineeringtoacademiaandhasgainedexperienceinanumberofareas.Hehasworkedacrosscultures in India,Singapore,NewZealand(asastudent)andnowAustralia.Hecompletedmyfirstdegreein1989andthenworkedonaprojectforAPIaspartofhismasters.

He started off as a process engineer and then moved to industrial research culminating in the development of a model of thecomplexhydrometallurgicalprocessofhydrogenreductionofnickel.AsaResearchEngineer,Srinivasworkedonanoptimisationsolution for a refinery in Singapore before embarking on research into Alarm management. The software was successfullyimplementedinalargerefinery,andtheresearchgrouphasspunoffintoacompany.Inafacultyrole,hehadthepleasureofmentoringanddevelopingyoungengineerswhilecontinuingtobuildstronglinkswithindustry.Enteringthealternativeenergyindustry,heledthemodellingeffortoftheShaletoLiquidprocessandsignificantlycontributedtothedesignofa115,000bpdcommercialfacility.

Srinivasiscurrentlydeveloping,inadditiontotraditionalprocessengineeringsupport,areasofalternativeenergytechnologies,scopingstudies,andisactivelyinvolvedinBusinessDevelopment.

Formoreinformation ortoenrol,[email protected]

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module1: FundamentalsofElectricalEngineering Youwilllearnhowto:• Reviewoffundamentalelectricalconcepts

• Describeelectricaldistributionsystemsasappliedtooilandgas

OverviewThiswillgiveaquickoverviewofthekeyareasofelectrical engineering. You will review thefundamentals of electricity, alternating currentsystems, electrical generation, transmission anddistribution and the key equipment of electricalsystems and also examine the distributionconceptsfollowedinoilandgasindustry.

Topic1.1 BasicElectricityandFundamentalsofAC

• Electricity–Abriefperspective

• Electromagnetism

• Conductors,insulatorsandsemiconductors

• Electricityfundamentals

• Seriesandparallelcircuits

• Solvingsimpleelectricalcircuits

• Directandalternatingcurrents

• ACwaveform

• Frequency

• Impedance

• Voltageandcurrentrelationship

• Phasordiagrams(singlephasecircuits)

• Relationbetweenvoltage,impedanceandcurrentinACcircuits

• RootmeanSquareastheACequivalenttoDC

• Realandapparentpower

• Powerfactor

• Phasordiagramsfor3phasecircuits

• Relationshipbetweenphaseandlineparameters(currentandvoltage)

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module2: FundamentalsofInstrumentation,measurementand ProcessControlEngineering

Youwilllearnhowto:• Explainkeyconceptsofindustrialautomation

systems

• Describekeyconceptsofinstrumentationandmeasurement

• ConfiguresimplePLCsystems

OverviewThismoduleperformsanintroductoryoverviewofthekeyareasofthefastgrowingareaofindustrialautomation(includinginstrumentationandcontrolsystems) as applied to the oil and gas industry.The topics covered include an introduction toinstrumentation and measurement ranging frompressure, level, temperature and flow devices;followed by a review of process control. PLCsystemsarediscussed.

Topic2.1

• Introductiontoprocessmeasurement

• Pressuremeasurement

• Levelmeasurement

• Temperaturemeasurement

Topic2.2

• Flowmeasurement

• miscellaneousinstrumentationconsiderations

• Fundamentalsoflooptuning

• FundamentalsofPLCs

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Topic1.2 AlternatingCurrentSystems,Generation,TransmissionandDistributionofPower

• Advantagesof3phaseACsystemsover DCandsinglephaseACsystems

• Componentsofelectricalpowersystems

• Powergeneration

• BasicACgeneratorprinciple

• Transmissionofelectricpower

• Powerdistribution

• Keycomponentsofpowersystem

• Electricalsafety

• Importanceofpowerquality

• ExamplesofO&Gpracticesinpowergeneration/distribution

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module4: PowerDistribution

Youwilllearnhowto:• Explainpracticalpowerdistribution

fundamentals

• Explaintheintricaciesinvolvedinplanningpowerdistributionforanindustrialfacility

• Determineshort-circuitratingsquicklyandeffectively

• Assesstheinfluenceoffaultlevelsonswitchgearratings

• Selectthecorrecttypeofin-housegenerationforcriticalloadsandconnectiontoplantsystems

OverviewApracticalmoduleinpowerdistribution,focusingon medium voltage (1kV- 36kV) powerconsiderations, switchgear, and network studies.Youwillgaintechnicalknowhowintheseareasnotcoveredbyuniversityorcollegeprograms

Topic4.1 Distributionsystems-OverviewandAlternatives

• Typicalcharacteristicsofanindustrialdistributionsystem

• maincomponentsofanindustrialdistributionsystem

• Distributionsystemequipment

• Electricalsafetyandpowersecurity

• Voltageclassification

• Voltagelevelsinadistributionsystem

• Typesofdistribution

• Typicaldistributionconfiguration

• Singleandmultipleincomingfeeders

• Isolationarrangements

• Needforatransformer

• Voltagecontrol

• O&Gdistribution-Specialrequirementsandpractices

Topic4.2 Distributionsystem

• SystemPlanning

• Distributionequipmentsizing

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module3: ElectricalDrawings,DocumentationandSchematics Youwilllearnhowto:• Listexamplesandcomparethevarioustypes

ofelectricaldrawingsandtheirapplications

• Employcorrectplanningforelectricaldrawings,selectingaproper(paper)sizeforeachtypeofdrawingandthemostappropriatescaletobeused

• Applyindustry-standardsymbols/representationapproach

OverviewItisoftensaidthatdrawingisanengineer'sideallanguage. Drawings are used to communicateandshareinformationbetweendifferentteamsof engineers; the design engineer whoconceptualises an equipment or system, theproduction engineer who plans the steps inmanufacturing the required components andsubsystems, theassemblyengineerwhoputsthecomponents together, the testingengineerwhoteststhecompletesystem,theinstallationengineerwhoinstallsthesystemorequipmentand the maintenance engineer who isresponsible for its upkeep. Various types ofelectrical drawings and their application, thestepsinplanningadrawing,selectionofdrawingsize and scale, use of standardised symbolsetc. will be described in detail with commonlyusedexamplesfromindustrypractice.

Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) has broughtaboutamajorchangeinthewaydrawingsareprepared and has caused a phenomenalimprovementindrawingofficeproductivity.Themodule discusses the advances made in thisfield and the links between drawings andmanufacturingusing3Dvisualisationtoolsandcomputer aided manufacturing (CAm)approach.

Topic3.1

• Engineeringdrawingforelectricalengineering–anintroduction

• Componentsofadrawing,drawingsizesandscales

• Symbolsusedinelectrotechnologyandgoverningstandards

• Singlelineand3-linediagrams

• Schematicdiagrams

• Logicdiagrams

Topic3.2

• Cablingandwiringdrawings

• Layoutdrawings

• Advancesarisingfromcomputeraideddrafting(CAD)

• managementofdrawings

• Oilandgasapplications

PracticalExercises• Readingandinterpretationofsingleline

diagrams

• Readingandinterpretationofschematicdrawings

• Readingandinterpretationoflogicdiagrams

• Readingandinterpretationofcablingdrawings

• Readingandinterpretationoflayoutdrawings

[Inclusionoffacilitiesimmediatelysurroundingthesubjectbeinglaidout]

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Topic4.3 Shortcircuitcalculationandtheirapplication

• Whatisafault?

• Effectsofafault

• Typesoffaults

• Limitingthedamagingeffectsofafault

• Currentlimitingreactors

• Needtoknowthemagnitudeoffaults

• Useoffaultcurrentinsizingconductors

• Useoffaultcurrentinspecifyingequipmentratings

• Useoffaultcurrentinprotectionsettings

• Asimpleapproachtofaultcurrentcalculations

• Workedoutexamples

• Limitations

• Softwareapplicationsforcomprehensivecalculations

Topic4.4 Powersupplyforcriticalloads

• In-plantgenerationofpower

• Configuringpowerdistributionsystemforcriticalloads

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module5: PowerTransformers

Youwilllearnhowto:• Explainfundamentaltheoryandprinciplesof

theoperationofpowertransformers

• Identifyandapplytransformers'types

• Explainpowertransformerscomponentsandtheirconstruction

• Applypowertransformerprotection

• Performpowertransformersoilandoiltestsandinterpretationofresults

• Performthemosteffectivepowertransformerelectricaltests

OverviewInstallation of high voltage distribution andtransmission equipment has increasedsignificantlyovertheyearsduetoongoingglobaldemandforpower.Asaresult,theneedtoensurethe reliability of operation of power systems isparamount. Power transformers are among themostimportantandmostexpensivecomponentsof power systems, their failure can imposeextraordinarilyhighcostsonplants,factoriesandutilities of all descriptions. It is critical that allpersonnel operating and working with suchequipment have a sound knowledge of theiroperationalrequirementsandmaintenance.

Thispracticalmoduleprovidesknowledgeonboththe theory and operation of power transformers.The module will develop and enhance anunderstanding of what is involved in themaintenance of these essential components ofthe power systems, through the tips and trickslearntanddevelopedbysomeoftheworld'spre-eminentelectricalengineers.

Topic5.1 Transformertheory,types,constructionandcharacteristics

• Transformerprinciple

• EmFequationofatransformer

• Vectordiagramoftransformers

• Equivalentcircuit

• Impedanceandvoltageregulation

• Polarity,vectorgroupandconnections

• ShellTypeandCoreType

• Constructionaspectsandmaincomponents

• Insulationandcooling

• Drytypetransformersandapplications

• Surgeprotection,Buchholzrelay,Pressurereliefrelay

• Thermaldevicesandinstruments(OiltemperatureAlarmandTrip,WindingtemperatureAlarmandTrip)

• Ratingsandspecifications

Topic5.2 Installation,maintenanceandtesting

• Electricalschemesandplantlayouts

• Transformerlayouts

• Indoorlocations

• Outdoorinstallation

• Core-and-coilassembly

• Noiseconsiderations

• Powercircuitconnections

• Changesindesignparameters

• Siteinstallationpractices

• Pre-commissioningchecks

• Transformeroperationandmaintenance

• Transformerinspectionintervals

• moistureintransformers

• Removalofcoreandassembly

• Transformeroilanalysis

• Testingoftransformers

• RecommendedtransformerfieldtestsandchecksTransformerprinciple


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module6: SwitchgearforPowerDistribution Youwilllearnhowto:• Explainpracticalpowerdistribution

fundamentals

• Determineshort-circuitratingsquicklyandeffectively

• Assesstheinfluenceoffaultlevelsonswitchgearratings

• Selectingthecorrecttypeofswitchgearfortherightapplication

OverviewApracticalmoduleinpowerdistribution,focusingon medium voltage (1kV- 36kV) and low voltageswitchgear. You will gain technical know how inthese areas not covered by university or collegeprograms

Topic6.1 mediumandlowvoltageswitchgear• mediumvoltageswitchgear-applications• mVSwitchgearconstruction• metering,protectionandcontrol

Topic6.2 mediumandlowvoltagecircuitbreakers• Circuitbreakerbasics• Specificationandratings• mVCircuitbreakers• LVCircuitbreakers

DCsupplyequipmentforelectricalswitchgear• NeedforDCsupply• PossiblealternativestoDCcontrol• PowersourceforDCsupply• Batteries-Basicprinciplesandcommon

types• Batterysizing• Batterycharging• Batterychargers-Principleandbasic

schemes• Tripcircuitsupervisionforcircuitbreakers• Substationbatteryconditionandmonitoring


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module7: CablesandWires–maintenanceandInstallationPractice Youwilllearnhowto:• Performtestingandpreventativemaintenance

onpowercables

• Selectandinstallcables

• Extendlifeofcables

• Describehowtosplice/jointandterminatecables

OverviewFaults in underground cable may cause loss ofsupply to customers and loss of revenue forsupplierssoitisimperativethatthefaultlocationprocess is efficient and accurate to minimiseexcavation time, which results in reducinginconveniencetoallconcerned.Forfault locatingtobeefficientandaccuratetechnicalstaffneedtohave expert knowledge accompanied withexperienceinordertoattainservicereliability.

This module is designed to ensure that thoseresponsible for the selection, laying, operation,maintenance and monitoring of power cablesunderstands the technical issues involved andcomply with relevant specifications andrequirements.

Topic7.1

• Cablesandaccessories–anintroduction

• Constructionofcables

• Selectionofcables

• Jointsandterminations–theory

Topic7.2

• Practicalaspectsofcablejointingandtermination

• Cablestandardsandtesting

• Cableterminationtoequipment

• Newtrends

• miscellaneousissues


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module8: PowerSystemProtectionandCo-ordination (incl.FaultCalculations/StabilityandProtectiveRelays)

Youwilllearnhowto:• Indentifykeyaspectsoftheelectricalpower

protectionenvironment

• Identifyandrectifythedifferentfaulttypes

• Performsimplefaultanddesigncalculations

OverviewThis module has been designed to give plantoperators, electricians, field technicians andengineersabetterappreciationoftheroleplayedby power protection systems. An understandingofpowersystemsalongwithcorrectmanagementwillincreaseyourplantefficiencyandperformanceaswellasincreasingsafetyforallconcerned.Themodule is designed to provide excellentunderstandingonbothatheoreticalandpracticallevel. Starting at a basic level and then movingonto more detailed applications, it features anintroductioncoveringtheneedforprotection,faulttypes and their effects, simple calculations ofshort circuit currents and system grounding/earthing. This module includes some practicalwork,simplefaultcalculations,relaysettingsandthe checking of a current transformermagnetisationcurve.

Topic8.1

• Needforprotection

• Faulttypesandtheireffects

• Calculationofshortcircuitcurrents

• Systemgrounding/earthing

• Protectionsystemcomponentsincludingfuses

• Instrumenttransformers

• Circuitbreakers

Topic8.2

• Fuse-contractorcombinations

• Trippingbatteries

• Relays

• Practicaldemonstrationsession

• Applicationco-ordinatedbytimegrading

Topic8.3

• Principalsofunitprotection

• Feederprotection

• Transformerprotection

• Switchgear(busbar)protection

• motorprotection

• Generatorprotection

• Overheadlineprotection

• managementofprotection


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module9: ElectricalSafetyandGrounding/Earthing,BondingandLightningProtection

Youwilllearnhowto:• Describebestpracticeinearthinganditsrole

insafety

• Evaluatesafetyagainstarcflashandtakestepstomitigatedangerbyproperdesign,operationandmaintenance

• Ensurelightningprotectionofstructures,onshoreandoffshorefacilities

• Designelectricalandelectronicsystemscorrectlybyapplyingknowledgeofearthingprinciples

OverviewElectrical earthing plays a vital role in safety ofpersonnel and equipment. This module explainsthebasicsofearthinginasimplewaysothat itssafetyinoilandgasinstallationscanbeassuredby correct application of the first principles.Electrical safety is an extensively legislatedsubject as the handling of electrical equipmenthas several inherent hazards. A brief overview ofelectricalsafetylegislationwillalsobegiven.

It is well established that lightning is the secondmost dangerous of all natural phenomena, (thefirstbeingflashfloods)basedonreportedfatalitieson a long-term average basis. Lightning can alsocauseextensivedamagewhenitstrikesbuildingsandfacilities.EquipmentfailuresanddisruptionofservicesonaccountoflightningstrikesonelectricallinesandsubstationsisamatterofconstantworrytoT&Dsystemmanagers.Protectionofstructuresby lightning protection systems and electricallines and substations by shield are discussed inelaboratedetailaswellasprotectionmeasuresofoffshorefacilities.

Topic9.1 PrinciplesofElectricalEarthing

• Electricalsystemearthing

• Protectiveearthing

• Earthelectrodes

Topic9.2 ArcFlashHazardsandmitigation

• Importantdefinitionsrelatedtoarcflash

• Arcflashanditshazards

• Howelectricarcsarecaused

• Effectandconsequencesofarcflash

• Arcblast

• Incidentenergyofarcandarcflashhazards

• ArcFlashProtectionprogram

• Arcflashhazardassessment

• Limitingarcexposure

• Avoidingarcflashaccidents

• Reducingthefaultlevel

• Reducingarcingtimebyzoneselectiveprotection

• Remoteoperation


Topic9.3 ElectricalSafetyandRelatedLegislation

• Safetyinelectricaldesignandselection

• Safeoperationandmaintenance

• Substationsafety

• Safetyinbatteryinstallations

• Organizationalandregulatoryaspectsofsafety

Topic9.4 LightningProtectionofOnshoreandOffshoreFacilities

• Lightninganditsdangers

• Lightningprotectionofstructures,electricallinesandsubstations

• Lightningriskassessment

• Earthingandlightningprotectionofoffshoreelectricalsystems

* Thetermsgroundingandearthingareunderstoodtobeinterchangeableinthiscoursebutduetothelargerreadershipthetermearthinghasbeenthepreferredusage. Our apologies to our North American readersforthisunfortunatecompromise.

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module10: PowerQuality,UninterruptiblePowerSupplies(UPSs),SurgeProtectionandNoise(EmI/EmC)Control

Youwilllearnhowto:• Developasoundworkingknowledgeof

earthingandharmonics

• Protectequipmentfromsurgeandtransientprotection

• Designelectricalandelectronicsystemscorrectlybyapplyingknowledgeofharmonicsandearthingprinciples

• Describeapplicationsforthelatesttechnologiesincorrectingearthing,harmonics,surge,andtransientproblems

• Troubleshootelectricalandelectronicsystemproblemsarisingfrompoorpowerquality

• Isolateandrectifypowerqualityproblems

Topic10.1 PowerQuality

• Introduction

• Dealingwithpowerinterruptions

• Voltagevariations

• miscellaneoustopics

Topic10.2 ProtectionagainstSurges(TransientOver-Voltages)

• Surgeprotectiondevicesforpowerdistributionequipment

• SurgeprotectionforsensitiveC&Iequipment

Topic10.3 HarmonicsandNoise(EmC/EmI)

• Harmonicsinpowersystems

• Electricalnoiseandmitigation

Topic10.4 ReactivePowerCompensationandPowerqualityStudies

• Reactivepowercompensation

• Surveyofpowerqualityproblemsandsolutions

• Powerqualitysitestudy

OverviewSupplying reliable electric power for criticalsystemsisanessentialpartofmodernindustrialinstallations.Veryoften,thesupplyreceivedfromadistributionnetworkhasqualityissuessuchasvoltage sags/swells, transients, harmonics andinterruptions. While it is impossible to guarantee100% availability of power at all points in anysystem,vulnerablesectionscanbeprovidedwithalternative emergency power supply to ensuremorereliablepoweravailability,therebyavoidingthe problems of power interruption. measuresagainst power interruptions, voltage variations,transientsandharmonicswillbediscussedinthismodule.


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module11: Troubleshooting,maintenanceandProtectionofACElectricalmotorsandVariable(orAdjustable)SpeedDrives(VSDs) forInstrumentationandControlSystems

Youwilllearnhowto:• DescribeACmotoroperationandconstruction

• Specify,selectandinstallmotors

• Specifyprotectionrequirementsformotors

• Specifyspeedcontrolrequirementsformotors

• Install,alignandcommissionmotors

• Fixfaultsonmotors

• Interpretmotorperformancecurves

• InterfacecontrolcircuitsofmotorswithPLCs/DCSsandswitchgear

• Reducedowntimeonelectricalmotors(incl.conditionmonitoring)

• Giveexamplesofimprovementsinplantsafetyandthroughputresultingfromimprovedmotoranddriveefficiency.

• Reduceyoursparesusageandrequirements

• OutlinetheneedtouseapprovedExmotoroverhaulworkshops

• DescribehowACVariableSpeedDrives(VSDs)work

• InstallVSDsproperly

• SelecttherightVSDforagivenapplication

• TroubleshootVSDs

• IdentifytheprotectionandcontrolsystemrequirementsforVSDs

• InterfaceVSDswithPLCs

• DealeffectivelywithVSDharmonicsandEmC/EmIproblems

OverviewIt is estimated that electrical drives and otherrotating equipment consume about 50% of thetotal electrical energy consumed in the worldtoday. This module gives you a thoroughunderstanding of electrical motor’s working,maintenanceandfailuremodesandgivesyouthetools to maintain and troubleshoot electricalmotors.

Youwillgainafundamentalunderstandingoftheinstallation, operation and troubleshooting ofelectric motors. Typical applications of electricmotors in mining, manufacturing, materialshandling,processcontrolarecoveredindetail.Youwill learnthebasicstepsinspecifying, installing,wiringandcommissioningmotors.Itmayprovideyou with the fundamental tools to troubleshootmotorsconfidentlyandeffectively.

Topic11.1

• Fundamentalsofmotortechnology

• ACmotortheory,constructionandmaintenance

Topic11.2

• ThreephaseACinductionmotors

• DeterminationoflossesandefficiencyoftherephaseACinductionmotors

• ProtectionofACmotors

Topic11.3

• SpeedcontrolofACmotors

• ProtectionofACconvertersandmotors

• miscellaneoustopics

Topic11.4

• Introductiontovariablespeeddrives

• 3–phaseACinductionmotors

• Powerelectronicconverters

• Electromagneticcompatibility(EmC)

• Protectionofmotorsandconverters

Topic11.5

• ControlsystemsforACvariablespeeddrives

• TheselectionofACconvertersforvariablespeeddriveapplications

• Installationandfaultfindingtechniques

• Specialtopics

Variablespeeddrivetechnologyisacosteffectivemethod to match driver speed to load demandsandisanexcellentopportunitytoreduceoperatingcosts and improve overall efficiencies in yourapplication.

This module also gives you a fundamentalunderstanding of the installation, operation andtroubleshooting of variable speed drives. Typicalpractical applications of VSDs in process controlandmaterialshandling,suchasthoseforpumping,ventilation, conveyers, compressors and hoistsarecoveredindetail.


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module12: ElectricalEquipmentinHazardousAreas Youwilllearnhowto:• Demonstrateagoodunderstandingofthe

basichazardsassociatedwithelectricitynearflammablegasesandvapours

• Designandinstallsafeworkingsystemsinhazardousareas

• Performsimpleclassificationsofhazardousareas

• Detailthetypesofapparatusthatcanbeusedinagivenhazardousarea

• Describethesystemlimitationsinusinghazardousareasprotection

• Detailthekeyareasofthenationalcodesofpractice

OverviewThispracticalmodulegivesasolidfoundationinthe principles of explosion protection andIntrinsic Safety with reference to the localnational and international standards for theconstruction,installationandcommissioningofthisequipment.

Theprinciplesofhazardousareasdonotchangesince they are based on the laws of physics.However, the interpretation of these standardscausesdifferencesintheirapplications.Thisisclearlyoutlinedinthemodule.

Engineers working with hazardous area process control, electrical equipment andinstrumentation require an understanding ofthe close integration between the safety andoperational concepts of hazardous areas as aprotectiontechniqueinordertospecify,designandmaintainsystems.

Topic12.1

• Introduction

• Backgorundtohazardousareas

• Zonesanddefinitions

Topic12.2

• FlameproofconceptExd

• IntrinsicsafetyconceptExd

• IncreasedsafetyconceptExe

• NonsparkingconceptExn

• PurgeandpressurisationconceptExp

Topic12.3

• Combinedandothermethodsofprotection

• Electricalhazards,grounding/earthingandbondingandtesting

• Standards,certification,certificates,markingandapproval

• CodeofpracticeforselectionandinstallationofExequipmentinstallation

• maintenance,faultfindingandrepairsofExequipmentATEXdirective

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module13: ElectricalApplicationstoanOilandGasPlatformandSite

Youwilllearnhowto:• Explainelectricalproblemsholistically

combiningelementsofgrounding/earthing/protection/hazardousareas/switchgear

• Cooperateingroupsdrawingoneachother'sexperienceinsolvingfourcasestudies

FourCaseStudieswillbeundertakencoveringkeyelectricalareas.

Topic13.1

CasestudiesA&B

Topic13.2

CaseStudiesC&D



module14: GeneralInstrumentationStandardsinOilandGasandBest PracticeinProcess,Electrical&InstrumentationDrawings andDocumentation

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Youwilllearnhowto:• Demonstrateanunderstandingofthedifferent

nationalandinternationalstandardsusedintheoilandsectorrangingfromthoseofISA toIEC.

• Integratethesestandardsintoyourengineeringdesignandinstallationwork

• Indentifyoilandgasstandardsinelectricalandinstrumentation

• Workwithprocessflowdiagrams,P&IDs,Instrumentlists,specificationforms,logicdiagrams,locationplans,installationdetailsandinstrumentloopdiagrams,instrumenthookupsandotherdesigndocumentation

• Describeprocesscontroldevicesandthesymbolsusedtodefinethem

• Specifyvendorcriteriafortheproductionofplantdocumentationtotheorderofthecompany

• DescribetheappropriateISAstandardsavailabletoassistindevelopingandunderstandinginstrumentandcontroldocuments

OverviewThe module will serve as an introduction to thelocal,nationalandinternationalstandardsusedintheoilandgasfield.

Itisdesignedforengineersandtechniciansfroma wide range of abilities and backgrounds andwill provide an excellent introduction tomastering plant documentation and diagrams,covers the flow of documentation from designthrough manufacture to maintenance andoperations.Themodulelooksattheapplicationsofeachdiagramtypedetailingwhereandwhenthedocumentshouldbeused.

Duringthelifespanofanyplant,amultitudeofdifferentvendorswillsupplyplantmodificationsand equipment as the plant is continuouslyenhanced. The quality of the documentationproduced will vary enormously with each newsupplier. You will be given the skills to apply astandardised internationally acceptable set ofstandardstoyourplantdocumentation.

Topic14.1

• Introduction–roleofplantdocumentation,standardsandspecifications

• Drawingtypesandstandards

• Fundamentalsandstandards

• Fundamentals

Topic14.2

• Pipingandinstrumentdiagrams(P&ID)

• Instrumentation

• Electrical

Topic14.3

• Pneumaticsandhydraulics

• Ladderlogic

• Electricpneumaticcircuits

• Instrumentationacronyms

PracticalExercises• Develop basic hydraulic, instrumentation

andpneumaticdrawings

• Develop P&ID Drawings for pressure,temperature,flowandlevelloops

• Detail the documentation for typicalinstruments

• Proceed through development of a full Plantset of drawings from flow diagrams andprocess description to P&ID, Electrical,HydraulicandPneumaticsymbols

• Use software to undertake these typicaltasks

INSTRUmENTATIONANDCONTROL

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module15: ProcessInstrumentation Youwilllearnhowto:• Specifyanddesigninstrumentation

systemsforpressure,level,temperature,flowandotherprocess/plantparameters

• Correctlyselectandsizecontrolvalvesforindustrialuse

• Predictandavoidtheproblemswithinstallingmeasurementequipment

• Troubleshootinstrumentationsystemsandcontrolvalves

• Describemostofthemajortechnologiesusedforinstrumentationandcontrolvalves

OverviewA clear understanding and application ofinstrument design, specification, selection,commissioning and maintenance principles isthemostimportantfactorinanefficientprocesssystem.Truecontrolofaprocessescanonlybeachieved when instrumentation provides thecorrectinformation.Thismodulefocusesonrealapplications,withattentiontospecialinstallationconsiderationsandapplicationlimitationswhenselectingorinstallingdifferentmeasurementorcontrolequipment.

Topic15.1

• Introductiontoprocessmeasurement

Topic15.2

• Pressuremeasurement

Topic15.3

• Levelmeasurement

Topic15.4

• Temperaturemeasurement

Topic15.5

• FlowmeasurementI

Topic15.6

• FlowmeasurementII

Topic15.7

• Processconsiderations

Topic15.8

• Integrationsofthesystem

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module16: Calibration,InstallationandmaintenanceofInstruments Youwilllearnhowto:• Applycorrectpracticetoinstallation,

calibrationandmaintenanceofinstruments

• Calibrateelectronictransmittersandcontrollers

• Configureinstrumentscorrectlytovendorinstructionsheets

• Specifyinstrumentandloopdocumentationrequirementsandstandardstovendors

• Faultfindwithdrawings

• Carryoutsimplerepairproceduresforthecorrectionoffaultsoninstrumentsystemswherepossible

OverviewThis module is designed for engineers andtechnicians from a wide range of abilities andbackgrounds and will provide an excellentintroduction and hands-on experience ininstallation, calibration, commissioning andmaintenance of electronic instrumentation. Themodule is initiated with coverage of the basicsonelectricalmeasurementsandsometipsandtricks. Instrument performance and calibrationprinciples are then covered with rules forcalibratingtransmitters.Hereaftertheproceduresfor calibrating and installing smart transmittersarecovered.Typicaldocumentationrequirementsfor instruments are examined with a focus oninstrument data sheets, P&IDs and wiringdiagrams.

The module is then finalised with a discussionon integration of the entire system and testingandcommissioningproceduresfor instrumentsdetailed.

Topic16.1• maintenance• Electricalmeasurements• Instrumentperformance• Calibrationprincipals• Fundamentalsofprocessmeasurement• Calibrationoftransmitters• PIDcontrollers• Smartandfieldbustransmitters• Transducersandtransmitters• InstrumentdocumentationandP&IDs

Topic16.2• Hazardousareas• maintenancefaultfindingandrepairsof

Exequipment• Standards,certification,markingand

approval• Integrationofthesystem• Basicmeasurement• Simulation• Calibration• Fieldbusanddigitaltransmitter• PIDfeedbackloops



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module17: ProcessControlBasics,ControlValvesSizing,Selection andmaintenance(incl.PressureReliefValves)

Youwilllearnhowto:• Definethefundamentalsofprocesscontrol

andnewtechniques

• TunePIDcontrolloops

• Correctstabilityproblems

• Configurecascadeloops,feedforwardcontrolandratiocontrol

• Identifyandcorrectproblemswithdeadtimeintheprocess

• Definewhathappensinsideacontrolvalvefrombasicfluidmechanicspointofview

• Appreciatethedifferencebetweencavitationandflashing,andknowwhatchokedflowis

• ComputesimplecalculationstodetermineCVvalues

• Recognisesevereserviceapplicationsandhaveanappreciationforthemethodsoftackingtheproblemsassociatedwithsuchapplications

• Outlineallthedifferenttypesofcontrolvalvescommonlyinuseandunderstandtherelativeadvantagesofeach

• Differentiatebetweendifferentcharacteristicsonofferandspecifyseatleakagerates

• Beabletosizeactuatorsforlinearandrotaryapplicationsandknowtherelativeadvantagesofpneumatic,hydraulicandelectrictypes

• Describehowtoselectmaterialsforbodies,trims,packingboxes,andgaskets

• Employacomputersizingprogramtoassistwiththeselectionofcontrolvalves

• Describeandidentifythefailuremodesforcontrolvalvesanddemonstratenewapproachestotroubleshooting

Overview

Topic17.1

• Basiccontrolconcepts

• Introductiontosensorsandtransmitters

• Introductiontocontrolvalves

• Basicprincipalsofcontrolsystems

Topic17.2

• Stabilityandcontrolmodesofclosedloops

• Digitalcontrolprincipals

• IdealPIDvsrealPID

• Tuningofclosedloopcontril

• Cascadecontrol

Topic17.3

• Feedforwardcontrol

• Combinedfeedbackandfeedforwardcontrol

• Longdead-timeinclosedloopcontrol

• Expertsystemsandmodelbasedselftuningcontrollers

Topic17.4

• Introductiontocontrolvalvetheory

• Differenttypesofcontrolvalvetheory

• Characteristics

• Highpressuredropapplications

Topic17.5

• Useofcomputerprogramforvalvesizing

• Examplesofhighpressuredropapplications

• Actuators

• Positioners

• Pneumaticcircuits

Topic17.6

• materials

• Qualitystandards

• Severeserviceapplication

• Pressurereliefvalves

• Installation/maintenance

Thismodulecoversalltheessentialsofprocesscontrol and tools to optimise the operation ofyour plant and process, including the ability toperform effective loop tuning. It is aimed atengineers and technicians who wish to have aclear, practical understanding of the essentialsof process control and loop tuning, as well ashowtooptimisetheoperationoftheirparticularplantorprocess.Thesepersonswouldtypicallybe primarily involved in the design,implementation and upgrading of industrialcontrolsystems.mathematicaltheoryhasbeenkepttoaminimumwiththeemphasisthroughoutonpracticalapplicationsandusefulinformation.

It is claimed that the majority of control valvesthroughout the world have not been correctlysizedandthatlargenumbersoperateonmanualmode. Whether this is true or not is difficult toestablish but we do know that the method ofsizingandselectingacontrolvalveforaspecificapplication is generally not well understood.Althoughtherearemanyfactorsthatneedtobetakenintoaccountthesubjectisnotdifficulttounderstandifdealtwithinalogicalmannerwillbeundertakeninthismodule.


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module18: ProgrammableLogicControllers Youwilllearnhowto:• SpecifyPLChardwareandinstallationcriteria

• DescribePLCsoftwarestructure

• WritemediumlevelPLCprograms(usingladderlogic)

• TroubleshootatypicalPLCsystem

• SpecifyPLCsystems

OverviewThis module is designed to benefit you withpracticalup-to-dateinformationontheapplicationofPLCsto theautomationandprocesscontrolofplantsandfactories. It issuitable forpeoplewhohave little or no exposure to PLCs, but expect tobecome involved in some or all aspects of PLCinstallation. It aims to give practical advice fromexpertsinthefield,toassistyoutocorrectlyplan,program and install a PLC with a shorter learningcurve and more confidence. While the module isideal for electricians, technicians and engineerswho are new to PLCs, much of the module andadditionalmaterialintheextensivemanualwillbeof value to those who already have some basicskills,butneedawiderperspectiveforlargerandmore challenging tasks ahead. The informationcontainedinthismoduleadvancesfromthebasicstochallengeeventhemostexperiencedengineerintheindustrytoday.

Topic18.1

• Introduction

• FundamentalsofPLChardware

• FundamentalsofPLCsoftware

• Usingladderlogicforsimpledigitalfunctions

Topic18.2

• Goodprogramminghabits

• Goodinstallationpractice

• Batchprocessandsequentialcontrol

• Datacommunications

• Systemcheckoutandtesting

Topic18.3

• Safetyprogrammablesystems

• IntroductiontoIEC61131-3

• PIDcontrol

• AdvancedcontrolwithPLCs

• OPC


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module19: SCADASystemsandDistributedControlSystems Youwilllearnhowto:• DescribethefundamentalsofSCADAsystems

• ListtheessentialsofSCADAsoftwareconfiguration

• ApplythetricksandtipsininstallationofSCADAsystems

• Describetheessentialsoftelecommunicationslinks

• ApplyindustrialEthernetinSCADAsystems

• ApplySCADAnetworksecurityissues

• TroubleshootSCADAsystems

• Describethearchitectureandoperationofdistributedcontrolsystems

• DesigntheoverallDCSandprocesscontrolsystem

• Specify,selectandinstallDCSs

• Applykeyergonomicissuesindesignofoperatordisplays

• Designandcreateaconsistentandeffectivealarmphilosophyforyourinstallation

• Recogniseanddealwithhumanproblemsininterfacingtoalarmsystems

OverviewSCADA has traditionally meant a window into theprocessofaplantorgatheringofdatafromdevicesinthefield,butnowthefocusisonintegratingthisprocessdataintotheactualbusinessandusingitinrealtime.Theemphasistoday,isonusingOpenStandards such as communication protocols (eg.IEC 60870, DNP3 and TCP/IP) and ‘off-the-shelf’hardwareandsoftwaretokeepthecostsdown.Thiscomprehensive module covers the essentials ofSCADAsystems.

The first section covers SCADA system from thepoint of view of the systems covering a widegeographical area such as water and electricalutilities. This gives an introduction to the SCADAhardwareandsoftware.Thesecondsectioncoversthe SCADA system from the point of view of theequipment required within a process plant. Thisgives an introduction to the SCADA hardware andsoftware then focuses on the main plantcommunicationsystemsusingIndustrialEthernetand Fieldbus. Finally, there is an examination ofmanyofthecommonissuesinvolvedinallSCADAsystems. These include alarm management,Human management Interface (HmI), networksecurity, SCADA historians, troubleshooting,maintenanceandspecificationissues.

Thismodulewillalsocoverthepracticalapplicationsof the modern Distributed Control System (DCS).Whilst all control systems are distributed to acertainextenttodayandthereisadefinitemergingof the concepts of DCS, Programmable LogicController(PLC)andSCADA.

Topic19.1

• SCADAformonitoringinstallationsacrossawidegeographicarea

Topic19.2

• SCADAforprocessplantinstallations

• ScadasystemcommonIssues

Topic19.3

• Summaryoftypicaldistributioncontrolsystems

• DCSvsSCADAvsPLCs

• DCSsystemelements

• Datacommunications

• Thebasiccontroller

• BasicDCcontrollerconfiguration

• Advancedcontrollers

• ProgrammingofDCSsystems

• Uninterruptedoperationandsecurityissues

Topic19.4

• Theoperatorinterface

• AlarmsystemmanagementforDCS

• Distributioncontrolsystemreporting

• Distributioncontrolsystemconfiguration

• Advancecontrolstrategies

• maintenancecontrolstrategies

• maintenanceconsiderations

• Distributedcontrolsystemapplications

• ComparisonofofferingfromDCSvendors


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module20: IndustrialDataCommunications (incl.FieldbusandIndustrialEthernet)

Youwilllearnhowto:• Applybestpracticeinindustrialdata

communicationsdesign,installationandcommissioning

• Testindustrialdatacommunicationsbasedprotocolsrunningovercopperandfiberbasedcabling

• Designandinstallyourownfullyoperationalindustrialdatacommunicationssystems

• Integratedifferentindustrialcommunicationsprotocolsandstandardsintoacompleteworkingsystem

OverviewThe objective of this module is to outline the best practice in designing, installing, commissioning and troubleshooting industrialdata communications systems. In any givenplant,factoryorinstallationthereareamyriadofdifferent industrial communications standardsusedandthekeytosuccessful implementationisthedegreetowhichtheentiresystemintegratesandworkstogether.

Withthevastnumberofdifferenttechnologiesandstandards currently on the market, the debate isnot“whatisthebest”,butratherhowdoesindustryassessandselectthemostappropriateforgivenapplications. (Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus,Devicenet, industrialEthernet, fiberoptic,copper,wireless) – then ensuring that best practice isfollowedindesigning,installingandcommissioningthedatacommunicationlinkstoensuretheyrunfault-free.

Thismoduledistilsallthetipsandtrickslearntwiththebenefitofmanyyearsofexperience.Youwilllearnthebest,provenpracticestofollow.

Topic20.1

• Introduction

• Fundamentals

Topic20.2

• Selectionmethodology

• Installationmethodology

Topic20.3

• Commissioning,testingandtroubleshooting

PracticalExercises:Thereareseveralpracticalsessionsandexercisesyouwillundertaketogiveyouasolidbasistothematerial you cover in the module. These will bemainlyconductedintheremotelabworkingfromyourremotePC:

• Doafiberlosscalculation(usingspreadsheet)

• Doingasimplepathlosscalculation(usingspreadsheet)

• TestingRS-232linkandRS-485linksremotely

• Settingupnetworks:Ethernet/DeviceNet

• Usingaprotocolanalyser

• TroubleshootinganddebuggingmodbusandTCP/IPprotocols

• Designingacompletesystem

• Plusmanyothers(takenfromourotherspecialisedcommunicationsclasses)timepermitting


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module21: SafetyInstrumentationandEmergencyShutdownSystems forOilandGas(IEC61511andIEC61508) –BasicIntroduction

Youwilllearnhowto:• Createachecklistthatyoucanusetoquickly

accessifyourplantcomplieswiththelatestinternationalsafetystandards

• DescribethekeyfeaturesoftheIEC61511andIEC61508whichyoucanapplyimmediatelytoyourplant

• ComplywiththeIEC61511andIEC61508standardsthussignifyingthatyourcompanyisfollowingthebestavailablesafetypracticesforaprocesscompany

• DeterminerequiredSILratingsusingatleast 3differentmethodsaslistedinIEC61511Thishasthepotentialtosavecostsbyavoidingneedlesslyhighspecificationsforyourtripsystems

• Configuresafetysystemstominimiseoravoidspurioustripsandcreatethepotentialtoreduceproductionlosses

• ApplywhatcanbedoneandwhatshouldnotbedonewithPLCsandsmartsensors

• Explainthetermcombinedsafetysystemandhowthefireandgaslogicisincorporated

• Describehowtotakeadvantageofsmartpositionersandotherselftestingdevicestoreducedowntimeneededforprooftesting

• ApplyoverallknowledgeofthekeydesignandproceduralrequirementsofIEC61511toensureyoursafetysystemscomplywiththebestinternationalcodesofpractice

OverviewForprojectmanagersandengineersinvolvedwithhazardousprocesses,thismodulefocusesonthemanagement,planningandexecutionofautomaticsafetysystemsinaccordancewithIEC61511,thenewlyreleasedinternationalstandardforprocessindustrysafetycontrols.

IEC 61511 has been recognised by Europeansafety authorities and by USA based processcompanies as representing the best practicesavailable for the provision of automatic safetysystems.Thenewstandardcapturesmanyofthewell established project and design techniquesthathavebeendescribedsince1996inANSI/ISAstandard S84 whilst introducing many newerprinciples based on the master standard IEC615108.ThenewlyreleasedstandardIEC61511(publishedin3parts)combinestheprinciplesofIEC 61508 and S84 into a practical and easilyunderstood code of practice specifically for endusersintheprocessindustries.

Thismodule isstructured into twomajorparts toensurethatbothmanagersandengineeringstaffaretrainedinthefundamentalsofsafetysystempractices.

Topic21.1

• OverviewofSafetyInstrumentedSystemsformanagers

• IntroductiontoIEC61511andthesafetylifecycle

• Hazopmethodsandhazardanalysisfordefiningriskreductionrequirements

• Principlesofriskreductionandsafetyallocation

• SILdeterminationmethodsbasedon IEC61511

• SISconfigurationsforbothsafetyandavailabilitytargets

• Selectionofsensorsandactuatorsfor safetyduties

Topic21.2

• ReliabilityanalysismethodsandprogramstoIEC61511

• Selectionofsafetycontrollers

• Systemintegrationandapplicationsoftwareforsafetycontrollers

• DocumentationandvalidationofSISsystems

• Diagnosticsandprooftestingofsafetyinstrumentation


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module22: WellheadandFlowlineControl Youwilllearnhowto:• Describekeyfeaturesofwellheadandflowline

control

• Designwellheadcontrolandinstrumentationsystems

• Performsimplecalculationsforwellheadandflowlinesystems

OverviewThis module covers the essentials ofinstrumentation and control relating to wellheadandflowlinecontrolsystems.

Topic22.1• Basicconsiderations• Causesofkicks• Kickdetection• Pressureconceptsandcalculations• Procedures• Gascharacteristicsandbehaviours• Fluids• Constantbottomholepressurewellcontrol

methods

Topic22.2• Equipment• BlowOutPreventer(BOP)configuration• manifoldsandpiping• Auxiliarywellcontrolequipment• BOPclosingunit–functionandperformance• Testing/completionpressurecontrol

equipment• Pressureandfunctiontests• Wellcontrolequipmentarrangements• Wellcontrolrelatedinstrumentation• Controlsystems• Wellheadcontrolpanels• Standards

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module23: OilandGasSpecificApplications

Youwilllearnhowto:• Applysmartmaintenancetechniquestoyour

oilandgasinstallation

• Employinstrumentationandsafetysystemsoncranes

• Performsimplesettingsoncompressorsurgecontrolsystems

OverviewThismodulecoverssomemiscellaneoussystems,which are not covered in the core engineeringpartsofthemoduleandaredetailedbelowintheprogram.

Topic23.1

• Smartmaintenancetechniques

• Cranes–instrumentationandsafetysystems

• Platformnavigationalaudiblewarnings/signals

• Compressorsurgecontrol–basicconsiderations

Topic23.2

• Flareflamefrontgeneratorandignitionmonitoringsystem

• Communicationandalarmsystems–publicaddresssystems,audibleandvisualalarms,statuslightsandbasicconsiderations



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