The objective of this course is to help participants gain a comprehensive knowledge of elements that are essential for the design, operation, and maintenance of pipelines.  The design of the gathering network, pressure drops, fluid pattern, and the network arrangement will be discussed in detail.  A gathering network simulator (Pipesim or equivalent) will be used to obtain the best operating and design conditions for the system.  The course will also provide a practical way to learn about the elements considered in the design, code, factors, legislation, material selection, corrosion (internal and external) considerations, and management.  Hydrotesting, pigging (cleaning and smarts), pipeline integrity analysis using inspection survey, monitoring data, fitness for purpose, risk analysis, and predictive and preventative maintenance will also be covered

• To provide an overview of the fundamental engineering principles for the design, construction and operation of onshore and offshore energy pipeline transportation systems.
• To address the analytical, physical and numerical modelling techniques used in engineering practice for the design of onshore and offshore pipeline systems.

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