Introduction to the Oil and Gas Industry
From $5250 per attendee
Email Course Course PDFCourse Information
- Course Content
- Course Description
- Course Objectives
- Who Should Attend
- CPD Unit
Course Content
Participants will learn about:
Overview of the Oil & Gas Business
Business Risks and Rewards
History of the Earth/Petroleum Geology
Geopolitics of the oil industry
Uses for Oil and Gas
Exploration, Drilling, Completion and Production of Oil and Gas
Refining, Transportation and Marketing of the products
Economics
Day 1
Overview of the Oil and Gas Industry
Background and development of the oil and gas industry
New innovative techniques to explore and produce oil and gas
Major challenges and risks in the oil and gas industry
How to effectively analyze and manage these risks
Day 2
Reservoir characteristics
Types of hydrocarbons
Properties of hydrocarbons
Products made from hydrocarbons
By products and Emissions from producing and using hydrocarbons
Carbon Capture and Sequestration
Renewable Energy Vs. Fossil Fuels
Day 3
Drilling Rigs and Equipment
Drilling and Completion Processes
Automation associated with the Processes
Well Completion/intelligent downhole systems
Day 4
Refining Oil and Gas
Transportation of Oil and Gas
Marketing of Oil and Gas
Day 5
Economics of Upstream Business
Economics of Midstream Business
Economic of Downstream Business
Course Description
Introduction to the Oil and Gas Industry Course
This comprehensive introductory course provides participants with a clear understanding of the oil and gas industry and the integrated value chain that connects the reservoir to the end user. It explores the key phases, technologies and business activities involved in finding, developing, producing, processing, transporting, refining and marketing hydrocarbons. Participants will also gain insight into the industry’s evolving technological landscape, major risks and challenges, environmental considerations, and the role of innovation and digital technologies in improving operational efficiency and business performance.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Explain the structure of the oil and gas industry and the key activities across the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors.
• Describe the fundamental processes involved in petroleum exploration, drilling, completion, production, refining, transportation and marketing.
• Recognize the principal technical, commercial, geopolitical, operational and environmental risks affecting the oil and gas business.
• Understand basic reservoir and hydrocarbon characteristics and their relevance to oil and gas development and production.
• Identify the role of emerging technologies, automation and digital solutions in improving efficiency and performance across the industry.
• Develop a practical appreciation of oil and gas economics across the upstream, midstream and downstream value chain.
• Relate the industry’s activities to current energy-transition considerations, including emissions, carbon capture and sequestration, and renewable energy.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for professionals who require a broad, practical understanding of the oil and gas industry and how its different functions and business segments interact. It is particularly suitable for:
• New entrants and early-career professionals in the oil and gas industry.
• Non-technical professionals working in finance, accounting, commercial, procurement, supply chain, human resources, legal, administration and business development roles.
• IT, digital technology, data and automation professionals supporting oil and gas operations.
• Government, regulatory and public-sector personnel involved in the energy sector.
• Service-company personnel and professionals transitioning into oil and gas roles.
• Managers, supervisors and other professionals seeking a structured overview of the complete oil and gas value chain.
CPD Unit
Continuing Professional Development
35 HOURS CPD