Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Mechanical and Process Engineers
• Maintenance and Reliability Engineers
• Operations and Plant Engineers
• Rotating Equipment Technicians and Supervisors
• Project and Design Engineers
• Anyone involved in the operation or maintenance of pumps and compressors

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the working principles and classifications of pumps and compressors
• Identify key components and their functions in oil and gas applications
• Evaluate performance parameters and operational limits
• Apply proper installation, operation, and maintenance practices
• Recognize common operational problems and implement troubleshooting techniques
• Improve equipment reliability and energy efficiency

DAY 1

Fundamentals of Pumps and Pumping Systems in Oil and Gas Facilities

• Role of Pumps and Compressors in Upstream, Midstream, and Processing Facilities 
• Fundamentals of Rotating Equipment and Basic Fluid Mechanics 
• Pump Classifications and Applications 
• Dynamic Pumps and Positive Displacement Pumps 
• Centrifugal Pumps: Components, Construction, and Operating Principles 
• Single-Stage and Multi-Stage Centrifugal Pump Configurations 
• Reciprocating, Rotary, Diaphragm, and Metering Pumps 
• Flow Rate, Head, Pressure, Power, and Pump Efficiency 
• System Curves, Operating Points, and Pump Performance Curves 
• NPSH, Cavitation, Pump Selection, Drivers, Auxiliary Systems, and Installation Considerations

DAY 2

Compressor Technology and Gas Compression Systems

• Function of Compressors in Oil and Gas Operations 
• Fundamentals of Gas Compression and Compressor Classifications 
• Compressor Thermodynamics, Gas Laws, and Compression Processes 
• Compression Efficiency and Temperature–Pressure Relationships 
• Centrifugal Compressors: Construction, Components, and Operating Principles 
• Centrifugal Compressor Performance Characteristics, Maps, and Curves 
• Reciprocating, Rotary Screw, and Rotary Vane Compressors 
• Multi-Stage Compression and Compressor Capacity Control Methods 
• Compressor Drivers: Electric Motors, Gas Turbines, and Engines 
• Auxiliary Systems, Lubrication, Seals, Cooling, Piping Integration, Selection, and Specification

DAY 3

Operation, Control, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting of Pumps and Compressors

• Integration of Pumps and Compressors with Process Facilities 
• Process Control, Local and Remote Control, Instrumentation, and Monitoring Systems 
• Performance Monitoring, Condition Assessment, and Reliability Fundamentals 
• Common Pump Problems: Cavitation, Vibration, Seal and Bearing Failures 
• Hydraulic Instabilities and Systematic Pump Troubleshooting 
• Common Compressor Problems: Surge, Excessive Temperature, Mechanical and Capacity Issues 
• Compressor Seal, Lubrication, and Operational Troubleshooting 
• Predictive and Preventive Maintenance, Inspection, and Maintenance Planning 
• Energy Efficiency, Performance Optimization, Safety, and Equipment Life-Cycle Considerations 
• Oil and Gas Case Studies and Best Practices for Selection, Operation, Maintenance, and Reliability