Course Details
Course Code:
OGOP 108
Calendar Description:
Segment Three of the Oil and Gas Field Operations program discusses the various forms of gas compression, associated drives and principles, as well as compressor maintenance. Pump principles, types and maintenance, oilfield piping, and valves and fittings are also discussed in detail.
Date First Offered:
2008-02-04
Hours:
Total Hours: 103
Lecture Hours: 69
Field Experience Hours: 10
Shop Teaching Kitchen: 24
Total Weeks:
4
This course is offered online:
No
Pre-Requisites:
OGOP 107 Oil and Gas Field Operations - Two
Rearticulation Submission:
No
Course Content:
GAS COMPRESSION
COMPRESSION INTRODUCTION
- Classification and types
- Compressor components
- Valves and rod packing
- Rotary machines
- Dynamic compressors
PRINCIPALS OF COMPRESSOR OPERATIONS
- Lubrication
- Drives and operational controls
- Auxiliaries and stage arrangements
COMPRESSOR ENGINES
- Internal combustion engines
- Internal combustion operation and construction
TURBINE COMPRESSORS
- Gas turbines
COMPRESSOR OPERATIONS
- Changing compressor valves
- Starting compressors
VALVES
- Design and application
- Standard valves
- Specialized valves
- Valve actuators
- Safety valves-pressure safety devices
PUMPS
INTRODUCTION
- Principals and application
- Pump theory
TYPES OF PUMPS AND APPLICATIONS
- Reciprocating pumps and injectors
- Rotary pumps
- Centrifugal pumps
PUMP MAINTENANCE
- Installation and maintenance
- Pump operations and drivers
PIPING AND FITTINGS SYSTEMS
PROCESS PIPING AND FITTINGS
- Introduction
- Piping materials and connections
- Gaskets
- Piping expansion, support and insulation
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain gas compression, related prime movers and the various types and designs
- Describe compression equipment and maintenance
- Identify the types and functions of assorted valves used in the industry
- Identify pumps, pipes, and fittings used in oil gas transfer
- Define compressor valve problems and demonstrate the changing of compressor valves
Grading System:
Percentage
Passing Grade:
65% (25% of total program)
Grading Weight:
Final Exam: 100 %
Percentage of Individual Work:
100
Course Offered in Other Programs:
No
Additional Comments:
- There are four segment exams and students must pass each segment exam to continue. One rewrite may be allowed to a maximum of 65%. There is one mark awarded for the successful completion of all four modules; each module comprises 25% of that mark.
- The extensive weight on the final exam is due to the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology's (SAIT) requirement for completion and allowing the SAIT logo on the program completion certificate.
- Students will sign and adhere to the Trades & Apprenticeship Safety and Attendance Policy.
Keys to Success:
Attendance, class participation, maintaining a professional attitude, successful study habits, and receiving a minimum of 65% in the course.