OGOP 108 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.
Hours: 104 (Lecture Hours: 68; Shop Teaching Kitchen: 36)
Total Weeks: 4
Prerequisites:
None
Non-Course Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
None
Course Content:
GAS COMPRESSION
COMPRESSION INTRODUCTION
- Classification and types
- Compressor components
- Valves and rod packing
- Rotary machines
- Dynamic compressors
PRINCIPLES 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
- Principles 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%
Percentage of Individual Work: 100
Additional Comments:
There are four courses within the program, each with a final exam. One rewrite will be allowed by SAIT should a learner score lower than 50% on a final exam. One rewrite will be allowed by NLC per final exam, should the learner score between 50-64%. The maximum score on any rewrite will be capped at 65%. One mark is awarded for the successful completion of each course; each course comprises 25% of the program mark. All courses must be passed in order to receive a Certificate in Oil and Gas Field Operations.
Textbooks:
Textbooks are subject to change. Please contact the bookstore at your local campus for current book lists.