Flow Assurance Training

About the Course

The lectures will present a basic introduction to flow behaviour and how it is described and measured (stress, pressure, strain rates, viscosity, elasticity, Newtonian and non-Newtonian classifications); move on to the complexity of multiphase systems (multiple fluids, liquids and gases, liquids and solids) and how to characterise and predict common phenomena; touch briefly on the role of external conditions (pressure, temperature) particularly relevant to flow assurance in oil and gas extraction; and conclude with brief coverage of strategies (measurements, control, modelling) and challenges (latest research and innovation).

The goal is to help attendees consolidate their fundamental understanding of flow phenomena and how this can be applied to flow assurance and multiphase transport applications. The focus will be on fundamental concepts, rather than specific analysis ‘recipes’ using proliferations of detailed correlations. Lectures will provide attendees with an improved/refreshed basic grasp of the physics of transport especially as applicable to multiphase systems, and of the challenges that multiphase systems present for flow control and assurance..

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Engineers from oil and gas industry and consultancy organisations.

PROGRAMME

Day 1

08.30 – 09.00 Delegate Registration

09.00 – 10.30 Lecture 1: Introduction to flow assurance and flow basics: fundamentals of transport – Dr Mark Haw

10.30 – 10.45 – Break

10.45 – 12.15 Lecture 2: Introducing multiphase transport – Dr Mark Haw

12.15 -13.30 – Lunch

13.30 – 15.00 Lecture 3: Predicting and understanding multiphase transport phenomena – Dr Mark Haw

15.00 – 15.30 – Break

15.30 – 17.00 Lecture 4: Strategies and challenges for flow assurance in multiphase systems: including measurement, non-steady states, modelling, research challenges etc – Dr Mark Haw

Day 2

09.00 – 10.30 Lecture 5: Hydraulic Performance and Pipeline Sizing Considerations for Multiphase Systems – Jacqueline Geddes – Xodus Group

10.30 – 10.45 – Break

10.45 – 12.15 Lecture 6: Slugging & Surge: Design and Mitigation – Jacqueline Geddes – Xodus Group

12.15 -13.30 – Lunch

13.30 – 17.00 Visit to NEL, East Kilbride, Flow Assurance Lab

About Lecturer

Dr Mark Haw

Mark Haw is Lecturer in Chemical and Process Engineering at the University of Strathclyde. His research looks at how the behaviour of matter on the nanoscale and microscale leads to behaviour on the more familiar everyday ‘macro’ scale: how do the nano/micoscale activities of molecules, particles and granules lead to material properties, the design of processes, features of the natural environment, and even how living things function. The research uses a range of techniques from microscopy and laser scattering/tweezing in the lab, to computer simulations. Mark has a degree in Physics with Astrophysics and a PhD in the physics of soft and colloidal matter. Mark’s experience in engaging the public with research includes a popular science book on the physics and history of Brownian motion to news and feature articles on topics as diverse as black holes and tuberculosis, as well as appearances at Café Scientifique and Famelab, and school lectures. Mark also heads up the University of Strathclyde’s Public Engagement Group and has helped developed Strathclyde’s accredited Becoming an Engaging Researcher class aimed at PhD students and researchers at all stages of their careers.

Lab Visit –  About NEL

NEL is a world-class provider of technical consultancy, research, testing, flow measurement and programme management services. They work globally with our clients, helping them to realise their commercial goals and technological challenges.

Their parent company, TÜV SÜD, is an international service organisation and employs over 17,000 people in over 800 locations worldwide.

The technical consultancy team use their wealth of knowledge and expertise to develop and help clients in all industry sectors. They are qualified and experienced at implementing improvements in energy, flow measurement, flow metering, flow assurance, emissions and environmental systems.

Particular expertise has been developed in the oil and gas sector, environmental compliance and low carbon technologies

Duration: 2 days

Cost: £650 + VAT

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