Course Overview
This 5-day course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices involved in the design and construction of offshore oil and gas systems. It covers structural design, marine systems, materials, fabrication, and installation techniques essential for safe and efficient offshore operations. Participants will gain an understanding of the challenges unique to the offshore environment and learn how to apply engineering standards and best practices to optimize system reliability and project execution.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the key components and systems in offshore facilities
- Apply fundamental principles of offshore structural design
- Recognize the importance of materials selection and corrosion protection
- Explain fabrication and construction processes for offshore platforms
- Understand marine systems including mooring, risers, and subsea equipment
- Identify safety, environmental, and regulatory considerations
- Manage interfaces between design, fabrication, and installation phases
- Evaluate challenges and solutions in offshore project execution
Who Should Attend
- Offshore Engineers and Project Managers
- Structural and Mechanical Engineers
- Construction Supervisors and Fabrication Specialists
- Subsea and Marine System Engineers
- HSE Professionals working in offshore projects
- Technical Staff involved in offshore design, procurement, and installation
Course Outline
Overview of Offshore Systems
- Introduction to Offshore Oil and Gas Facilities
- Types of Offshore Platforms (Fixed, Floating, Subsea)
- Key Systems and Components Overview
- Environmental and Operational Challenges
Structural Design Principles
- Fundamentals of Offshore Structural Engineering
- Load Types: Environmental, Operational, and Accidental
- Design Codes and Standards (API, ISO, DNV)
- Structural Analysis and Integrity Assessment
Materials and Corrosion Protection
- Materials Used in Offshore Construction
- Corrosion Mechanisms and Prevention Techniques
- Protective Coatings and Cathodic Protection
- Inspection and Maintenance Strategies
Fabrication and Construction Techniques
- Offshore Platform Fabrication Processes
- Modular Construction and Transportation
- Installation Methods: Lifting, Piling, and Mooring
- Quality Assurance and Control in Construction
Marine Systems and Subsea Equipment
- Mooring Systems and Dynamic Positioning
- Risers and Flowlines Design and Installation
- Subsea Production Systems and Equipment
- Safety and Environmental Considerations
Project Management and Execution Challenges
- Interface Management Between Design, Fabrication, and Installation
- Risk Management and Safety Protocols
- Environmental Compliance and Permitting
- Case Studies and Lessons Learned from Offshore Projects
- Course Wrap-up, Q&A, and Feedback