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3.00 Credits
PNG145 - This course provides a detailed look at the equipment and methods for handling and processing natural gas as it flows from the wellhead through the midstream system. Topics include: pipeline system design, maintenance, and construction; pipeline components; basic pipeline protection, integrity monitoring, and leak detection; pipeline pigging; behavior of natural gas; liquid separation; valves; glycol dehydration processes; hydrate properties; gas measurement methods; compression facility operations. (3 Credits) Prerequisites: PNG105
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3.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to familiarize the student with the external and internal components of a reciprocating gas compressor. An emphasis on hands-on training will teach them how to maintain high and slow speed compressors. Each step of the disassembly of the compressor will be preceded by a brief lecture describing the process and any safety issues. For certification the course requires that the student physically perform each of the individual tasks in the log book. They must also collect and record all critical measurements and clearances required by the machine O.E.M. The Student will be taught how to determine if the component is reusable or whether it is outside of O.E.M. specifications. By the end of the course the student will be expected to exhibit the proper and safe use of hand tools and precision measurement instruments. The student will be taught how to apply the correct torque values during disassembly and reassembly. Graduates will have developed the competency to perform all basic maintenance tasks. Students will be taught safety considerations and describe the proper method for blowing down the compressor and rendering it safe for maintenance. This will include awareness of a basic lock out-tag out procedure. There will be a written final exam at the end of the course which requires a minimum of 80 % for passing. (3 Credits)
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide students with a sound understanding, both technically and mechanically, of Gas Engines used to drive reciprocating compressors in the Oil and Gas Industry. The natural gas laws and how they apply to gas engine operation will be explained. Differences in high-speed, slow speed, two and four stroke cycle engines, as well as naturally aspirated vs turbocharged engines will be explained. Identification of major external, and internal components, their assembly and disassembly, and their function will be taught in a hands-on, lab setting. Lectures will describe operating systems; i.e. lubrication, cooling, ignition and fuel. The student will be taught how to use precision measuring instruments and safe hand-tool usage. Troubleshooting exercises will be included to aid the student in developing a logical process for finding and correcting problems. The instructor will outline suggested O.E.M best practices for the maintenance and the safe operation of high-speed separable, and slow-speed integral, gas engines. Before graduating from the course, each student will be required to demonstrate their newly acquired practical skills by disassembling and re-assembling certain engine components under the observation of the instructor. The primary focus of this course is to produce hands-on competency in each student. To that end, the instructor will verify, in a signed log book, that these tasks have been performed to the instructors satisfaction. In addition, the student must be able to explain in writing, to the instructors satisfaction, a knowledge of basic compressor theory and operation. This will include an understanding of torque tables, proper use of hand tools, accuracy with micrometers, how to calculate HP, and understanding of unit alignment There will be a written final exam at the end of the course which requires a minimum of 80 % for passing. (3 Credits)
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3.00 Credits
Students will spend 160 certified hours working in some aspect of the Petroleum & Natural Gas Upstream, Midstream or Downstream sectors with an approved company. Students are required to submit detailed reports of their experience describing actual analysis, situation, methods, materials, and systems worked that they learned from specific problems encountered, including an end of course summary of the work experience. (3 credits) Prerequisites: PNG125 AND PNG145 AND PNG 175
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4.00 Credits
PNG 205 will cover the instruments, documentation and data used in typical Petroleum and Natural Gas (PNG) applications. Students will learn to read and create Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) which are used to document the equipment in PNG applications. They will learn the concepts of control algorithms (PID), valves, actuators, flow control instruments, pressure control instruments, temperature control instruments, specific gravity, viscosity, pH and level control instruments. Computer simulation will provide experience with process control systems and the use of various instruments from industrial applications. Students will study and interact Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and its Human Machine Interface (HMI) Students will control and operate instruments and collect and analyze data from those instruments. (4 credits) Pre req: PNG 105
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3.00 Credits
Students will: relate amps, ohms and volts through Ohms law; understand series, parallel and combination circuits; Analyze circuits theoretically and practically using multimeters and test wiring boards; examine alternating current relating frequency, amplitude and phase relationships; study capacitors and inductors relating electrical fields and magnetic fields; explore capacitive and inductive reactance and how impedance is calculated; be introduced to solid state physics and semiconductors; study applied solid state devices in diodes and transistors; explore basic electromagnetic waves, including radiation, modulation and transmission; study safe handling of electrical power; learn basic troubleshooting for electrical circuits; review conversion of analog signals to digital signals; review new signal patterns of Wi-Fi, Internet Protocol and SCADA; and study corrosion prevention through galvanic and impressed current systems to halt oxidation of buried pipes, vessels, and tanks. (3 credits))
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3.00 Credits
Students will study ideal gas laws and understand relationship of temperature, pressure and volume of gases within the context of thermodynamics; examine and apply Pascals law of closed pneumatic and hydraulic systems; calculate effects of changes in pressure and temperature in closed gas systems; study and practice operation of pneumatic control and actualization valves; study pneumatic valve logic and how to read schematics; review actuators, remote controls, and pilot circuits; study flow and pressure control valves and their applications; study and observe relationships in force and speed in pneumatic and hydraulic circuits. (3 credits) Prerequisite: PNG210
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3.00 Credits
This course follows PNG 145. Topics include troubleshooting; capacity controls, failure analysis; Gas Laws review, calculations; evaluating performance, calculations; performance software; coupling alignment; oil analysis, divider blocks, routing of pressurized oil;. filters, bolting & torque; compressor station equipment maintenance; compressor valves, bearings, signs of wear; importance of logs; work on compressor skid; overhaul & repair of recip. compressor; calibration of gas measurement equipment; and lubrication specifications; maintenance and repair; pipeline or gather system design; pipeline materials and construction; general flow equations for steady-state flow of gas through pipes; production control. (3 credits) Prerequisites: PNG145
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3.00 Credits
PNG Field Operations will provide students with experience operating, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment found in PNG operations. The simulated exercises will present students with real-life operations, and require them to be completed according to established processes for equipment operations. Students are evaluated based on the correct application of safety procedures, timing of their response and correct actions. The exercises can be repeated until the student shows sufficient mastery of all of the different aspects of the exercise. Students will study basic process control concepts, process control algorithms, and processes related to gas dehydration units. This course can be taken independently; successful completion will result in a certificate in gas dehydration and process control concepts. (3 credits) Pre req: PNG 145
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3.00 Credits
This course gives students real and theoretical knowledge of working with precision measurement tools. Students will work with industry standard tools by Snap-on, Starrett and NC3 to acquire skills using tape and rule measurement, slide caliper measurement, gauge measurement, angle measurement, micrometer measurement and dial gauge measurement. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be awarded Snap-on Precision Measurement Industry Certifications for each of the tools. (3 credits)
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