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GE Oil & Gas UniversityPartnering today to shape the industry of tomorrow
geoilandgas.com
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MISSION:Our mission is to be a key contributor to the industry and partner-of-choice for our customers, developing their young talent pool, maximizing their growth, both on a local and global scale, and, ultimately, building a global forum based on knowledge-sharing.
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AN EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCEGE Oil & Gas University
GE Oil & Gas University has welcomed exceptional young professionals to its Florence campus since its launch in 2005. Admission is based on numerous factors including age, academic background and years of industry experience. The program’s value is recognized by industry-leading organizations worldwide, who every year entrust us with the education and development of their top young talent. Candidates are nominated by their employers, and a rigorous selection process ensures consistently high levels of talent and aptitude in every class. In fact, out of approximately 100 people who apply for each semester, fewer than 30 are accepted into the program.
DYNAMIC CURRICULUMOur goal is to provide fundamental managerial and technical skills to consolidate each student’s overall understanding of the oil and gas industry. Our team includes industry experts and instructors from GE and other leading organizations who cover all aspects of the oil and gas value chain, from exploration and production to fi nal utilization.
Every year, we review and update the curriculum based on our learning from new equipment designs and installed fl eet performance. We also analyze evaluations from graduates to ensure that our course content and instructors continue to deliver the quality of instruction and type of insight needed by the individual students and their employing organizations. GE Oil & Gas University is a dynamic environment that continually evolves with the demanding, fast-paced industry it serves.
DEPTH AND REACHPrimarily focused on rotating equipment in its early years, the program has grown to provide a comprehensive perspective of the industry as a whole. It is a truly holistic learning experience providing a balanced mix of market insight, technical knowledge and leadership skills. Every graduate emerges with a much stronger understanding of the technologies, processes and marketing activities across the entire oil and gas value chain. The experience is a valuable springboard for individual professional growth and future leadership, and our Alumni Network provides
an exceptional opportunity to forge long-term relationships with other future leaders in every industry sector.
AN EXCEPTIONAL FACILITYThe Florence Learning Center (FLC) is one of the most advanced training and development facilities in our entire global organization. Every year, it hosts hundreds of employees from GE and customer companies alike, from all links in the supply chain, and every region of the world.
FLC TRAINING CAPACITY• up to 87,351 hours per year• up to 7,772 individuals per year
The FLC campus is located at our Turbomachinery Solutions headquarters, which also features many advanced workshops and testing facilities. With over 5,000 employees and a history dating back to 1842, this site is an authentic icon in the Tuscan city, and a symbol of progress, technology and industrial expertise.
State-of-the-art training rooms have fl exible setups to accommodate our regular courses as well as customized training to meet specifi c customer objectives. Facilities include classroom, meeting room, lecture theater, fl ip-boards, whiteboards, projection systems and teleconference devices. Dedicated IT support is available for on-the-spot assistance with laptop/network confi guration and related issues.
The FLC is adjacent to GE’s new Customer Application Center (CAC) for Measurement & Control technologies. The CAC is a great resource for students, with activities including training sessions, demonstrations and customization exercises through a series of interactive interfaces and multimedia presentations aimed at maximizing plant uptime, effi ciency and safety. On-site GE domain experts are available to provide one-on-one support.
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WHO SHOULD ATTENDWe are delighted to offer our customers the opportunity to have their top young talent apply for this advanced training opportunity. Candidates identifi ed by their respective companies will have the following profi le:
• Strong academic record with technical background• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving competencies with the ability to
interact with different levels within their organization• Self-starter mindset and a positive attitude toward continuous life-long learning• A proven track record of handling steep learning curves, and exhibiting a ‘can-do’ attitude• From one to six years of successful experience within their company• Fluent English speakers
RESIDENT COURSE
5-month course, delivered twice a year
Program delivered @ GE FLC
4 modules
Final project to be developed by participants
LOCALIZED COURSE
Flexible, condensed schedule
Program delivered @ location chosen by customer
3 modules
LEADERSHIP LEADERSHIP
ENERGY
ENERGY &PROCESSES
PROCESSES
EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT
PROGRAM OPTIONSProgram options include a Resident Course, delivered at the GE Florence Learning Center, and a Localized Course which offers a condensed version of the Resident Course, delivered at a location chosen by the customer.
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WHAT TO EXPECTSelected candidates will enjoy a complete top level training experience in a multicultural environment, and will have the chance to join an ever growing global network of alumni. Candidates who successfully complete the course will have acquired:
• Strong oral and written communication skills• Strong leadership, infl uence and facilitation skills• Ability to work as part of a global and virtual teams• Ability to communicate their business vision effectively in an open and
consistent manner• Willingness to encourage input from all members of their team• Improved interpersonal skills• Inclusiveness and increased ease connecting with people• Ability to strengthen loyalty and commitment• Ability to provide leadership and technical direction for assigned projects• Broad understanding of the complete oil and gas value chain, including its products
and services
ALUMNILive interaction between different cultural, social and professional backgrounds represents for many participants a truly unique opportunity to meet and work with colleages from other parts of the world, share their experience and lay the foundations for future international synergies. Below is a snapshot of our alumni map.
Central & South AmericaBrazil Columbia Mexico Perù Trinidad & Tobago Venezuela
AfricaAlgeria Angola Egypt Ghana Libya Nigeria Tunisia
Middle EastIraq Kuwait Oman Pakistan Qatar Saudi Arabia Turkey UAE Yemen
South East AsiaIndonesia Malaysia Thailand Vietnam
CISRussia Kazakhstan Ukraine
China
SO FAR, WE HAVE HOSTED
81
507
31 59
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8224
168
507 graduates from 30 countries
81 companies participating in the programs
Alumni data current as of June 2013
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AN OVERVIEW OF THECOURSE DISCIPLINES
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Energy Economics 24
Energy Uses and Environmental Impact 25
Natural Gas 26
Oil and Gas E&P Contracts and Value Chain 27
Unconventional Oil and Gas Economics 28
Unconventional Oil and Gas Techniques 29
Advanced Finance 10
Business and Company Strategies 11
Capital Budgeting and Company Structure 12
DELS 13
Facilitating Effective Meetings 14
Finance Fundamentals 15
Infl uencing and Communication Skills 16
Legal Contract Structure 17
Marketing Fundamentals 18
Negotiation Fundamentals 19
Presentation Skills 20
Project Management Fundamentals 21
LEADERSHIP ENERGY
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LNG and LNG Alternatives 32
Oil and Gas Production 33
Power Generation 34
Refi ning and Petrochemical Processes and Economics 35
Aeroderivative Gas Turbines 38
Centrifugal Pumps Fundamentals 39
Centrifugal Compressors 40
Compression Plant Troubleshooting and Remedial Actions 41
Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine and Centrifugal Compressor Maintenance 42
Heavy Duty Gas Turbines 43
Introduction to Artifi cial Lift – Electric Submersible Pumps 44
Introduction to Drilling 45
Introduction to Pressure Control 46
Introduction to Steam Turbines 47
Measurement & Control – Bently Nevada Equipment Overview 48
Measurement & Control – Inspection Technologies Overview 49
Measurement & Control – Measurement and Sensing Overview 50
Modularization Insights 51
Oil and Gas Product Familiarization 52
Pipeline Integrity and Inspection 53
Reciprocating Compressor Fundamentals 54
Subsea Equipment 55
Turboexpanders 56
Understanding Control Valves 57
PROCESSES EQUIPMENT
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Classes and activities which enhance leadership and managerial tools, techniques and processes. This module focuses on:
• Personal leadership skills• Management competencies• Financial and legal competencies• Legal contract structure• Negotiation skills• Project management
COURSE TRAINING PROVIDERAdvanced Finance Business Partners
Business and Company Strategies Business Partners
Capital Budgeting and Company Structure Business Partners
DELS GE Oil & Gas
Facilitating Effective Meetings GE Oil & Gas
Finance Fundamentals Business Partners
Infl uencing and Communication Skills GE Oil & Gas
Legal Contract Structure GE Oil & Gas
Marketing Fundamentals Business Partners
Negotiation Fundamentals GE Oil & Gas
Presentation Skills GE Oil & Gas
Project Management Fundamentals GE Oil & Gas
1 LEADERSHIP
138 course hours
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Advanced Finance
DESCRIPTIONThe training will be delivered using a mix of tools: lecture discussions, business case and fi nancial simulations (1 year).
Simulations will involve small teams (3-4 person per group).
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGUnderstanding the impact of business decisions (eg. selling prices, selling volumes, cost effi ciency, working capital management: collection terms, payment terms, inventory management) on business profi tability.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to:• Measure the impact of business decisions on the profi t and cash fl ow performances of
the business• Deepening the understanding and use of key value creation drivers of the company and
KPI’s (ROI, ROS, Capital Turnover, ROE)
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts: exercises and business case to support team works, fi nancial model• Slides related to a company’s KPI’s and their relation to business decisions• Test-Out to measure participants learning
LEADERSHIP COURSES
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Business and Company Strategies
DESCRIPTIONThe training will be delivered using a mix of tools: incidents/exercises, lecture discussions, business case, fi nancial models.
Exercises and business case involve small teams (4-5 person per group).
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGParticipants will acquire a deeper understanding of:• What is Strategy and what is a company Strategy• What are the key Strategy tools• How to defi ne a company Strategy and embed it in a Strategy/Business Plan
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to:• Recognize and separate Operational decisions/actions from Strategic decisions/actions• Identify and use the key steps and tools to set-up a business strategy• Understand the main drivers for successful Strategy execution
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts: exercises and business case to support team works• Readings and articles• Benchmark of successful Strategies in different industries• Test- Out to measure participants learning
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Capital Budgeting and Company Structure
DESCRIPTIONThe training will be delivered using a mix of tools: incidents/exercises, lecture discussions, business case, fi nancial models.
Exercises and business case involve small teams (4-5 person per group).
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING• Understanding the investment/project evaluation process and criteria in a complex and structured
organization• Evaluating the impact of decisions in the investment/project value creation• Understand the importance of stakeholders (internal and external) in creating the success of a project/
initiative
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to:• Evaluate costs and benefi ts of a project/investment in a structured way• Set-up a detailed and comprehensive fi nancial analysis (including risk analysis) of a project• Navigate organization complexity in order to promote and manage the project/investment
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts: exercises and business case to support team works• Readings and articles• Test-Out to measure participants learning• Simulation models on PC
1 LEADERSHIP COURSES
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Developing Essential Leadership Skills (DELS)
DESCRIPTION In this course, participants focus on several leadership area skills required to effectively lead teams, including modules on behavioral styles, coaching and developing teams.
This three day interactive workshop is a mixture of activities, exercises, self-assessment and role-plays in small teams.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING Participants will learn and be able to effectively utilize a toolkit of fundamental leadership skills including goal setting, communication, coaching and team building. This will have immediate impact and benefi t for both the participant and their organization.
DURATION Three days
OBJECTIVES Participants will acquire the ability to: • Utilize style feedback to set personal development goals • Understand the impact of style on how they lead and interact with others • Identify appropriate coaching opportunities • Identify their areas of strength and development as a coach • Build and maintain a trusting team environment • Manage confl ict within a team • Set SMART team goals
MATERIALS The course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ workbook• Style descriptions from DiSC wheel• Coaching preparation worksheet• Coaching self-assessment• “Powerful Coaching Questions” job aid• Set of “ASK” “TELL” and “LISTEN TO REFLECT”
jump cards
• Simulation observation form• Participant DiSC feedback reports blindfolds• Tangrams and activity descriptions
(Team 1 & Team 2)• Sub-arctic simulation participant guide• DiSC style fl exing scenarios• Opening coaching activity material
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Facilitating Effective Meetings
DESCRIPTIONFacilitating Effective Meetings is a one day, classroom workshop providing opportunities to learn, develop and practice facilitation skills in a variety of different environments. In the workshop, learning comes to life as participants more fully understand what effective facilitation is and how it helps achieve meeting results. Participants will learn and practice all the key elements of effective facilitation, including developing meeting objectives, selecting and using facilitation tools, building an agenda to reach meeting goals and managing people and confl ict in meetings.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGParticipants will learn tools and tips that are needed to plan and facilitate a meeting and how to follow-up once the meeting has been held. The learning will be immediately applicable during the remainder of the GE Oil & Gas University Program and back at work.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESParticipants in the course will:• Develop effective facilitation skills for meeting leaders and neutral facilitators at both face-to-face and
virtual meetings• Practice meeting facilitation skills, including developing meeting objectives, selecting and utilizing
facilitation tools, building an agenda to reach meeting objectives, and managing people and confl ict in meetings
• Apply the fundamental tools and skills of facilitation and the skills and knowledge learned in scenarios
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ workbook• Nametags/table tents made up with character names for “Top Flight” activity• Timer for Introduction activity• Tennis balls or coosh balls for introduction activity
1 LEADERSHIP COURSES
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Finance Fundamentals
DESCRIPTIONThe training will be delivered using a mix of tools: incidents/exercises, lectures, business case preparation and discussion.
Exercises and business case involve small teams (4-5 person per group).
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGUnderstanding fi nance basics in order to be able to read fi nancial reports, measure business performances (fi nancial statements and main fi nancial parameters).
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to:• Understand differences and links between Profi t & Loss and Cash Flow perspective• Read and prepare basic fi nancial statements in order to plan and control the business activity• Recognize and use the concepts of variable/fi xed costs and direct/indirect costs
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts: exercises and business case to support team works• Slides related to a company Financial Statement (Profi t & Loss Account, Cash Flow Statement,
Balance Sheet)• Qualitative and quantitative Test-Out to evaluate participants learning
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Infl uencing and Communication Skills
DESCRIPTIONIn this course, participants will learn to develop each of the competencies in the Infl uencing Competency Model. They will apply the knowledge they gain from the Communication Process and spend time learning about their personal preferences on how to interact with others and how others prefer to interact with them through the use of a tool called Interaction Styles.
This one day interactive workshop is a mixture of activities, exercises, self-assessment and role-play in small teams.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThis course focuses on furthering the development of the skills and knowledge that will support participants in demonstrating the critical behaviors of infl uencing. The learning and tools are applicable immediately and will enable participants to have more fulfi lling and rewarding interactions with anyone they need to deal with.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESAfter attending the course, participants will be able to:• Develop a self-awareness regarding the impact of their own behavior on the infl uence process • Plan an appropriate infl uencing strategy• Identify how to use communication skills effectively in the infl uence process • Recognize the importance of encouraging differing points of view • Determine how to present a point of view in a way that enlists other’s support • Identify how to effectively resolve confl ict when it arises
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ workbook• Lockwood Interaction Style Self-Perception Profi les and Guides • Competency Model overview
1 LEADERSHIP COURSES
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Legal Contract Structure
DESCRIPTIONThis interactive workshop provides an overview of the GE Oil & Gas approach to risk management including an in-depth discussion of the main contractual terms used by GE Oil & Gas and the commercial and legal rationale for those terms.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe course provides participants with a basic understanding of the legal risks of a deal, how a contract works and an in-depth appreciation of the main GE Oil & Gas Terms & Conditions.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAt the outcome of the course, participants should:• Be able to identify the main legal risks of a deal• Have a preliminary understanding of how to draft a contract to mitigate risks• Have a working knowledge of GE Oil & Gas standard Terms & Conditions
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participant handouts
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Marketing Fundamentals
DESCRIPTIONThe training will be delivered using a mix of tools: lectures, incidents/exercises, discussions, business case.Exercises and business case involve small teams (4-5 person per group).
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGBy attending this training, participants will be able to:• Understand the importance of Marketing and the Marketing process• Understand, recognize and use fundamental Marketing tools• Put the external customer perspective in a better focus
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to:• Realize the impact of Marketing processes in the company and its contribution to the value creation
process, both for the customers and for the company• Read and contribute to the creation of a Marketing plan• Put in focus and relate their daily activity to the Marketing strategy of the company they work for
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts• Business case based on a real business situation• Format for a Marketing plan• Test-Out to measure participants learning
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Negotiation Fundamentals
A two-day course providing a common platform of negotiation theory and a toolkit for planning and optimizing outcomes; the focus is customized on each participant’s style and how they can negotiate better in business situations where CM may be impacted.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe participants will learn more about their individual negotiation style. They will gain the techniques for facing common situations with customers and suppliers.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESThe main goal of the course is to provide a core platform to negotiate contracts as well as contract execution issues. It is practical course and based on several negotiation simulations and activities.
MATERIALSDuring the course, participants will be provided with support material and recommended reading.
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Presentation Skills
DESCRIPTIONThis two-day interactive workshop is a mixture of activities, exercises, and practice delivery, some of which are videotaped for personal review. Participants will focus on preparing effective presentations and practicing the delivery of a presentation in various business settings. The target audience for this course is anyone who is required to make business presentations for any reason. The course will be a good starting point for those who have never presented before and will help experienced presenters improve or refresh their presentation skills.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe primary objective of this course is to build the personal skill and confi dence of each participant to be able to present with confi dence going forward. Benefi ts include being able to strengthen your presentation skills with guidance on overcoming nervousness, being concise, controlling your voice, managing the audience, adapting style to audience and managing equipment.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAttending this course will allow participants to:• Identify effective presentation skills• Demonstrate basic skills in developing and delivering an effective presentation• Recognize personal development needs related to developing and delivering a presentation by using
feedback provided in class• Create an action plan to improve personal presentation skills
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ workbook• Presentation skills job aid
1 LEADERSHIP COURSES
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Project Management Fundamentals
DESCRIPTIONThe course provides an overview of Project Management concepts and processes, including: Introduction, Framework (Project Life Cycle & Organization), Project Integration Management, Project Scope Management, Time & Cost Management, HR Management, Procurement, Quality, Communication and Risk Management.
The course is structured around lectures and small group exercises (role plays, etc.).
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGParticipants acquire basic knowledge of Project Management Concepts and Techniques, in order to meet project requirements and minimize risks.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESBy completing the course, participants will be able to:• Identify the different phases of a project • Manage planning and controlling tools (Project Charter, Project Plan, etc.)• Identify project stakeholders • Describe the expected results of a project and subdivide major deliverables into smaller, manageable
components • Identify, document and assign project roles, responsibilities and reporting relationship• Recognize, analyze and effectively respond to risk areas
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts• Audio/video support
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An overall view of the energy industry and its macro-economic models:
• Energy economics• Oil and gas value chain• Oil and gas contracts• Natural gas• Energy uses and environmental impact• Oil and gas exploration and production contracts• Unconventional oil and gas
COURSE TRAINING PROVIDEREnergy Economics IFP
Energy Uses Environmental Impact IFP
Natural Gas IFP
Oil and Gas E&P Contracts and Value Chain IFP
Unconventional Oil and Gas Economics IFP
Unconventional Oil and Gas Techniques IFP
2 ENERGY
54 course hours
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Energy Economics
DESCRIPTIONThis course covers a number of topics related to the energy market and the economic principles which regulate it , including:• Main characteristics, driving forces, energy production costs• Energy supply and demand: present situation, possible scenarios and forecasts• Energy industry: structure, key factors, crude oil markets, price evolution• Main actors and their strategies: OPEC, NOCs and IOCs• Relations between producing and consuming countries• Energy policies and trends: complementary and competitive aspects of energy
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGAfter attending this course, participants will have acquired a comprehensive insight into the fundamental economic features of the oil and gas business, including long term key drivers.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESUpon completing the course, attendees will be able to: • Explain the main economic, market, environmental and political forces driving energy demand, supply and
prices• Connect the key links and terms of the oil and gas industry, from the exploration well to the fi nal products• Understand the challenges and opportunities affecting the oil and gas markets and their clients (oil and gas
companies)
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts• Audio/video support used
ENERGY COURSES
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Energy Uses and Environmental Impact
DESCRIPTIONThis course relies primarily upon lectures and discussions, using case studies for illustration, and consists of four main topics: • An introduction to market-based environmental protection• Carbon markets (including the Kyoto Protocol)• Market-based approaches for renewable energy systems and energy effi ciency• The international environmental framework for energy (i.e., employed by multilateral institutions such as
the UN, World Bank, etc.).
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGParticipants will gain an understanding of how economics is employed to address environmental concerns, and of how their companies can respond to governmental and international environmental policies within a market context.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to: • Understand the economic theory underlying governmental environmental policies• Recognize the distinction between emissions allowance and credit markets• Identify pricing strategies and information sources within such markets• Participate in international and domestic carbon trading opportunities• Be aware of procedures required to generate emission reduction credits from individual energy projects• Understand the structure of markets for renewable energy and energy effi ciency projects• Be cognizant of energy components of international Millennium Development Goals and proposed post-
2015 Sustainable Development Goals
MATERIALS• Handouts of all lecture materials• Project design documents and methodologies (during presentations)
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Natural Gas
DESCRIPTIONA one day lecture highlighting the economics and the structure behind the gas chain, based on the experience of the lecturer, quizzes and open interaction with the participants.
This course also introduces the main actors in the regional markets and the different price structures.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe participants will get a clear overview and understanding of the economic structure of the gas chain from production to marketing, including transportation, storage and distribution.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESUpon completion of the course, participants will be able to:• Evaluate the importance of natural gas in the world energy balance, and the strategies of the main actors
of the industry• Identify the main technical, economic and contractual features of the natural gas chain, from the
production well to the fi nal consumer
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts• Audio/video support
ENERGY COURSES
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Oil and Gas E&P Contracts and Value Chain
DESCRIPTIONThe course presents, through interactive lectures and hands-on sessions, an executive summary of all concepts of the oil and gas E&P business.
It analyzes the contractual framework in which the activities of the E&P chain are carried out and the whole decision-making process followed by managers to analyze risk and assess value. It highlights the role of all the experts and managers in an oil and gas company who contribute, through teamwork, to creating and managing the E&P value.
The lecture requires the active participation of all attendees, who are asked to play various roles: technical expert, economist, project manager, lawyer, banker, shareholder, policy-maker, decision-maker ... When challenged about their decisions regarding various scenarios, participants have to demonstrate they have taken into consideration the necessary elements, such as technology, risk, market, competition, contracts, fi nance, state control, economics, politics, etc.
Attendees are also asked to carry out some exercises on various oil and gas contracts individually, and the economic analysis of an oil fi eld development project in small groups.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe participants will be provided the keys to understanding the E&P business with a global map of the milestones in the E&P value chain and decision process. The course puts their own job and contribution to this value chain in perspective, making them realize what is expected from all actors in this business.
They will take away the fundamental knowledge and understanding of key contractual and economic criteria for managing oil and gas projects. This course is for them a useful tool which sums up the concepts necessary to take part effi ciently in multidisciplinary project teams and take up the fi rst steps in business development.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session. participants will be able to:• Read oil and gas patrimonial contracts and join-operating agreements• Evaluate lifting entitlement and economic rent sharing for various types of contracts• Single out important contractual issues that need to be negotiated carefully in order to preserve a win-win situation• Take part in joint-venture operating committees• Exchange effi ciently in project teams with engineers, economists, lawyers, and negotiators • Understand, challenge and discuss the results of a project economic evaluation• Start modeling oil and gas investment projects within their company’s economic analysis team
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Reading material providing detailed information and examples• Upstream business glossary• Excel templates to be used in hands-on sessions• Excel models providing the solutions to the case studies
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Unconventional Oil and Gas Economics
DESCRIPTIONThis course uses case studies to discuss the different aspects and economic implications behind unconventional oil and gas resources. The course introduces participants to:• Unconventional oil and gas resources & projects panorama (shale gas, tight gas, CMM, hydrates, tight oil,
extra heavy, tar sands)• Key points for developing unconventional oil and gas projects (including environmental issues and impacts
and population support)• Production costs• Scenarios of development
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThis course allows participants to understand and notice the different opportunities and challenges of unconventional oil and gas.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESParticipants will be able to:• Locate the unconventional oil and gas supply and estimate its production cost• Defi ne the impact of unconventional oil and gas on global supply and prices• Describe the environmental risk and societal challenges
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts• Audio/video support
ENERGY COURSES
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Unconventional Oil and Gas Techniques
DESCRIPTIONThe lecture briefl y states on what is behind the “unconventional hydrocarbons” denomination, explaining the difference with conventional reservoirs.
It then focuses on unconventional gas reserves, addressing the production of low permeability formations (shales, tight reservoirs, coal), with particular attention to shale gas and shale oil production issues.
The hydraulic fracturing and fracture mapping techniques are presented using both laboratory tests and fi eld examples; state-of-art fi eld production and development are also introduced. The discussion also touches on environmental and economic impacts.
Participants are faced with short exercises and audience participation throughout the course.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGParticipants will have a clear idea of what is behind unconventional hydrocarbons resources and how unconventional gas reserves are produced. They will be aware of their major production challenges and issues. On a practical point, they will be able to state on the opportunity to produce a particular shale play or not, considering shale properties and geomechanics.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESParticipants will be familiar with unconventional hydrocarbons resources at large and especially with unconventional gas reserves production issues including environmental and economic impacts (on the basis of the US experience).
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Video supports • Rock specimen, propping agent and other materials for illustration • Participants’ handouts
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Providing an outlook on oil and gas production, transportation and transformation processes, this module covers:
• Field development• Oil and gas production• LNG & LNG alternatives• Oil and gas pipelines• Refi ning processes• Petrochemical processes• Petrochemical and refi nery economics• Power generation and cogeneration• Power plant
COURSE TRAINING PROVIDERLNG and LNG Alternatives IFP
Oil and Gas Production IFP
Power Generation GE Oil & Gas
Refi ning and Petrochemical Processes and Economics IFP
3 PROCESSES
36 course hours
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LNG & LNG Alternatives
DESCRIPTIONThis two-day interactive lecture is based on case studies, examples taken from the trainer’s fi rst-hand experience and quizzes. It introduces the most widespread techniques found in the LNG industry and gives an overview of the global LNG market, its main players and the volume of their respective investments.
The course also presents new outlets and future opportunities in the LNG segment, such as GTL, micro LNG and LNG as transportation fuel.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThis course allows participants to consolidate their knowledge base of the economic and contractual aspects of the LNG value chain and familiarize with emerging outlets in the LNG world (GTL, micro LNG, fuel for transportation, etc.).
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to:• Evaluate the economics of each part of the LNG chain• Analyze the basic structure of LNG contracts• Identify the main LNG markets and their evolution• Understand the new marketing opportunities in the LNG industry
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts• Audio/video support material
PROCESSES COURSES
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Oil and Gas Production
DESCRIPTIONAn overview on the techniques and processes implemented across the entire exploration and production chain, this course alternates PowerPoint presentations, several teamwork sessions, videos illustrating the main phases of the chain, interactive challenges and questions based on short case studies. At the end of the course, teams compete to demonstrate their understanding of the different steps composing the E&P chain.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThis course provides an overview of the E&P chain essentials, its main industrial objectives and allows participants to acquire a deeper understanding and awareness of where and how their daily job comes into play.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session the participants will be able to:• Identify the different stages of the E&P chain • Identify the main actors and techniques across the entire E&P chain, their main objectives and methods• Acquire a better understanding of what is required from them in the stage of the chain where they
intervene • Know the main techniques and vocabulary used by the different actors of the chain
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts• Audio/video support material
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Power Generation
DESCRIPTIONThe course consists of a lecture and a discussion on the technology and techniques used all along the value chain to generate electricity. Besides the trainer’s presentation, participants will have the chance to test their knowledge of the subject through individual exercises.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGParticipants will benefi t from a complete overview of available power generation technology (gas turbines, steam turbines, combined cycle, solar energy, nuclear, wind, etc.) and will become familiar with examples of combined cycles calculation. They will also have the opportunity to estimate lifecycle cost/investment cost of the different technology used.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to: • Have a deeper knowledge about the several ways to produce electricity• Identify the main parameters for calculating a combined cycle• Work out a gross estimate of the cost of GT/combined cycle/steam cycle plants
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Presentation material• Exercise material
PROCESSES COURSES
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Refi ning & Petrochemical Processes and Economics
DESCRIPTIONA two-day lecture with open interaction, group exercises and quizzes aimed at enhancing the participants’ knowledge and skills related to the petrochemical and refi nery industry segment.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGParticipants will be better acquainted with refi ning and petrochemical challenges, fundamentals and processes, the integration between both businesses, their respective economic environment, economics and margin concepts.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing the session participants will be able to: • Describe the refi ning and chemical economic environment • Understand refi ning and petrochemical processes • Explain key principles of refi ning and petrochemicals• Better understand the concepts behind refi ning margins and its relationship with process units • Better understand refi ning and petrochemical integration
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Training course handouts• Exercises and quizzes handouts
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A deep dive into oil and gas technology with theoretical and basic information on equipment design, operation and maintenance:
• Drilling and fi eld management equipment• Compressors, turbines, turboexpanders,
pumps and valves• Subsea production systems and equipment• Pipeline inspection and integrity• Measurement and sensing instrumentation
• Maintenance and asset optimization• Bently Nevada equipment• Inspection technologies• Pumps and control valves• Turboexpanders• Troubleshooting
COURSE TRAINING PROVIDERAeroderivative Gas Turbines GE Oil & Gas
Centrifugal Pumps Fundamentals GE Oil & Gas
Centrifugal Compressors GE Oil & Gas
Compression Plant Troubleshooting and Remedial Actions GE Oil & Gas
Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine and Centrifugal Compressor Maintenance GE Oil & Gas
Heavy Duty Gas Turbines GE Oil & Gas
Introduction to Artifi cial Lift – Electric Submersible Pumps GE Oil & Gas
Introduction to Drilling GE Oil & Gas
Introduction to Pressure Control GE Oil & Gas
Introduction to Steam Turbines GE Oil & Gas
Measurement & Control – Bently Nevada Equipment Overview GE Oil & Gas
Measurement & Control – Inspection Technologies Overview GE Oil & Gas
Measurement & Control – Measurement nad Sensing Overview GE Oil & Gas
Modularization Insights GE Oil & Gas
Oil and Gas Product Familiarization GE Oil & Gas
Pipeline Integrity and Inspection GE Oil & Gas
Reciprocating Compressor Fundamentals GE Oil & Gas
Subsea Equipment GE Oil & Gas
Turboexpanders GE Oil & Gas
Understanding Control Valves GE Oil & Gas
4 EQUIPMENT 246 course hours
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Aeroderivative Gas Turbines
DESCRIPTIONThe course consists of a lecture with relevant interactive discussion to cover the entire range of drivers derived from the aero engines that power equipment for the oil and gas industry. Gas turbine performance specifi cations, auxiliary systems description and package characteristics are also covered in the course.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe participants will benefi t from the knowledge of what is the industry trend for the low/medium power range of drivers. The aero engines are the most effi cient and best in class drivers for power/footprint and power/weight ratio: after the course, the participants will be able to determine when and why aero engines should be selected for applications in the oil and gas industry.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to:• Understand the aero engine mechanics and package layout• Understand instrumentation and auxiliary systems of aero engines• Familiarize with the aero engine maintenance concepts• Recognize pros and cons of aeroderivative vs. heavy duty engines• Understand nomenclature and performance specifi cations of GE Oil & Gas aero engines
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Slides, videos and interactive schematics on aero engines
EQUIPMENT COURSES
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Centrifugal Pumps Fundamentals
DESCRIPTIONThis course provides an overview of the main features of pumps, in terms of basic design, different types of pumps and relevant applications. An overview of operation highlights and performance evaluation is also part of the course.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe course goal is to make participants become better familiarized with pump design, selection and operation in different type of plants. This course constitutes the starting point to pursue deeper insight into this type of centrifugal equipment.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESAfter completing the course, participants will have acquired:• Become more knowledgeable about the basic design of Centrifugal pumps• Become more knowledgeable about the different types of pumps and drivers available• Familiarity with basics of operation and troubleshooting
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handouts• PowerPoint presentation
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Centrifugal Compressors
DESCRIPTIONThe course deals with centrifugal compressor components, their performance and their role in oil and gas processes. Multiple answer questions are provided individually to students at the end of the lecture.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe goal of the course is to give participants deeper knowledge about the most important equipment in an oil and gas plant. It helps to fi gure out how compressors are selected inside a production facility, which are the main components and how to operate them.
DURATIONFour days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to:• Be more familiar with the concepts of centrifugal compressor selection, performance and operability• Be more familiar with the main components of the compressor and their impact on the plant
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Course handouts
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Compression Plant Troubleshooting and Remedial Actions
DESCRIPTIONThe course consists of a lecture and an open discussion involving all participants on the following topics:• Reliability and availability • FMEA • Design for availability• Cause & Effect analysis• Compression system description• Analysis of main troubleshooting and remedial action divided by plant type• Prevention and lessons learned
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGAttendees will become familiar with compression system operation and troubleshooting concepts and they will be presented with remedial actions taken on real fi eld experience.
Lessons learned from fi eld experience and design for reliability /availability concepts will also be discussed and analyzed.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESUpon completing the course, participants will be able to:• Identify a number of possible operation constrains in different oil plant compression systems• Discuss the concepts of Availability, Reliability ,FMEA and Cause & Effect analysis• Specify systems and components allowing for the best availability• Quote examples of compression sealing system design, gas path protections, etc.• Fill out a “To Do” list of their most urgent action items related to troubleshooting activities
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Presentation• Video material
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Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine and Centrifugal Compressor Maintenance
DESCRIPTIONThe course consists of a 2-hour lecture about the machine maintenance theory (which focuses on heavy duty gas turbines, steam turbines and centrifugal compressors on the fi rst, second and third day respectively). The lecture covers maintenance time scheduling for different applications (LNG, pipeline, process application, re-injection), a description of the activities performed during maintenance (minor, major, combustion, hot gas path) and the components criticality (shaft, pads, seals, etc.).
Theory is then followed by practice, with 6 hours of workshop activities, during which participants can practice with some of the most important maintenance tasks and understand how to use instruments and special tools.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGBetter understand the importance of rotating machines correct maintenance, recognize the critical components and create a relation between components and drawings.
DURATIONThree days
OBJECTIVESAfter the course, participants will be able to:• Identify a number of essential components• Discuss basic concepts of maintenance• Single out the most critical components• Describe the function of each component identifi ed
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• PowerPoint slides• Training models
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Heavy Duty Gas Turbines
DESCRIPTIONThe course will consist of a lecture providing a high-level description of gas turbines and their performance and then delve deeper into the details of their components and applications.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe course goal is to give participants a wide overview of gas turbine operating principles and technological solutions.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter attending the course, participants will be expected to have acquired a deeper knowledge of:• What is a gas turbine• Gas turbines operating principles• Gas turbines performance • Gas turbine control principles• Two shaft and variable geometry operation• Gas turbines main components• Gas turbines applications
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• PowerPoint presentation
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Introduction to Artifi cial Lift – Electrical Submersible Pumps
DESCRIPTIONThe course is a comprehensive introduction to ESP principles, designed for novices to the industry or as a refresher for experienced personnel. The content covers the theory of ESP pumping systems and includes detailed information on the main components. The course develops the underpinning knowledge, enabling a higher level understanding of the operations, design and selection of ESP systems.
The format the course follows is primarily a lecture but there is a strong emphasis on delegate interaction throughout, including exercises and review questions at the end of sessions.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGUpon completion of the class, the participants will possess the knowledge to be able to explain, in their own words, the purpose and principle of operation of an ESP system and the main components. They will be able to make informed decisions on the use of ESPs in Artifi cial Lift applications and will have a good understanding of the selection process required for choosing an ESP for a particular application.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter taking the course, participants will be able to:• State the EHS hazards and comply with the EHS
regulations in the training environment• State the EHS hazards and comply with the EHS
regulations on the equipment being taught• State the purpose and describe different types of
artifi cial lift equipment
• State the purpose and describe the principle of operation of GE artifi cial lift equipment
• State ESP selection considerations• Describe how to confi gure a basic ESP system• State the purpose of ancillary and special
products• Explain the coding nomenclature for GE artifi cial
lift equipment
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Handouts• GE Artifi cial Lift Field Service manual• GE Artifi cial Lift components
• Training aids (Unit cut-aways)• GE Artifi cial Lift Product catalogue
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Introduction to Drilling
DESCRIPTIONIntroduction to Drilling consists of multiple lectures accompanied by small group discussions and individual activities.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe course describes the conditions which impact safety and reliability in deepwater drilling operations, and identifi es the systems and equipment used to facilitate drilling under those conditions. The course creates an opportunity for participants to become familiar with the theory of operation for each component, and to develop a high-level understanding of capital drilling equipment and its surface controls.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this course, attendees will be able to:• Compare and contrast the factors which impact land and offshore drilling activities• Identify the types of oil rigs used in different drilling operations• Identify the major capital drilling equipment required for a deepwater operation• Describe the component and system operation of capital drilling equipment• Identify the primary and ancillary components of a multiplex (MUX) blowout preventer (BOP) control system
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• PowerPoint presentations and video clips• Post-course assessment
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Introduction to Pressure Control
DESCRIPTIONThis course gives an overview of the fi t and function of Surface Wellheads and the tubulars of the well.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe course will provide participants with a better understanding of how and when certain sections of wellhead are used in the fi eld.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to:• Identify the oilfi eld tubulars used in the oilfi eld • Understand the wellhead sections used pertaining to the casing strings being run
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Scaled surface wellhead model• Flange Slide Rules handouts for wellhead pressure rating selection• Final test
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Introduction to Steam Turbines
DESCRIPTIONThe course consists of a lecture, an open discussion in the class and a 2-hour visit of the workshop.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe attendees will have a detailed overview of the main aspects related to steam turbines design and will understand the impact of customer requirements on the machine design.
Steam turbines will also be treated in the end user’s perspective: main protections, maintenance and basic operability concepts will be analyzed during the course.
During the visit to the workshop, the participants will have the opportunity to look at the major components (rotor, casing, blade carrier, valves, etc.) before the fi nal assembly of the machine.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter attending the class, the participants will be able to:• Understand the basic concepts behind the thermal cycle and the thermodynamics of steam turbines.• Become more knowledgeable about the differences between impulse and reaction technology,
understanding the impacts on the architecture of the machine and on the design of the main components (rotor, blades, casings, etc.)
• Become more aware of the main applications of industrial steam turbines (both for mechanical and generator drive)
• Understand the concepts behind the different train layouts used for different applications• Identify the main protections required to operate industrial steam turbines and understand the basic
concepts related to the start-up of steam turbines• Understand the maintenance philosophy of the GE Oil & Gas steam turbines• Have an overview about the latest research and development programs of the GE Oil & Gas product line
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• The presentation used during the lecture will be distributed• The knowledge acquired during the course will be evaluated with a fi nal test
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Measurement & Control – Bently Nevada Equipment Overview
DESCRIPTIONThe course conveys a comprehensive overview of the M&C Measurement & Sensing product line.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe participant will learn the basic fundamentals of fl ow, gas, and moisture measurement and sensing technologies and applications including: ultrasound, para-magnetic, electrochemical, and sample systems.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESAfter completing the course, participants will have acquired:• Knowledge of Ultrasonic Flow systems and applications• Knowledge of Moisture sample systems and applications• Knowledge of Gas measurement systems and applications
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Presentation of whole lesson
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Measurement & Control – Inspection Technologies Overview
DESCRIPTIONThe course conveys a comprehensive overview of the M&C Inspection Technologies product line.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe participant will learn the basic fundamentals of remote visual inspection, radiography, and ultrasonic inspection technologies and applications including: ultrasound portable fl aw detectors, digital and fi lm radiography and test machines.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESAfter completing the course, participants will have acquired:• Knowledge of Ultrasonic inspection systems and applications• Knowledge of Radiographic inspection systems and applications• Knowledge of Remove Visual inspection systems and applications
MATERIALS• Presentation of whole lesson
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Measurement & Control – Measurement and Sensing Overview
DESCRIPTIONThe course conveys a comprehensive overview of the M&C Measurement & Sensing product line.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe participant will learn the basic fundamentals of fl ow, gas, and moisture measurement and sensing technologies and applications including: ultrasound, para-magnetic, electrochemical, and sample systems.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESAfter completing the course, participants will have acquired:• Knowledge of Ultrasonic Flow systems and applications• Knowledge of Moisture sample systems and applications• Knowledge of Gas measurement systems and applications
MATERIALS• Presentation of whole lesson
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Modularization Insight
DESCRIPTIONThe course is divided into two parts: design & project management.
The course is based on a presentation on some the most challenging topics (i.e. Design Phases) which are drilled down based on experience acquired by GE Oil & Gas; the speaker will be supported by photographic material and one short video.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGParticipants will get a full understanding of both the advantages and the challenges of modularizing turbomachinery units, such as GTG and GTC, in order to make the best choices at the beginning of a project (conceptual/feasibility study level). On top of this, the attendees will be able to understand the role of the customer, which decisions a customer has to take and when in order to facilitate the design and actively contribute to the success of the project.
DURATIONThe course consists of one day, divided in two parts: design and project management
OBJECTIVESAfter completing this session, participants will be able to:• Identify the CTQ to decide if the modularized solution is the best option for their needs• Decide what/which items the modularized solution should always include • Discuss the modularization design process steps and conditions• Understand the impact in terms of time and cost of some specifi c requirements/decisions• Become more knowledgeable about the value proposition concept of modularized solutions
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Presentations/slides• GE Oil & Gas Modularized Solutions brochure • Video with example of Module transportation, solutions and yard capabilities
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Oil and Gas Product Familiarization
DESCRIPTIONThis course provides an insight into the processes of the oil and gas business, as well a description of the main technical characteristics of the machines, the equipment and their main applications.
Individual entry and fi nal test will rate the participants’ improvement and growth.
The course is structured around the hydrocarbons value chain, starting with exploration and ending with distribution.
Interactivity will be dramatically high, with the trainer constantly involving the class, asking the team to answer guided questions in order to proceed step by step in the understanding of the oil and gas world.
During this path, participants will be introduced both to the processes and the technologies used in the oil and gas industry; particular care will be dedicated to the emerging “new oil and gas” (Shale Gas, Oil Sand, Micro LNG, CCS, EOR, ORC) .
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe lecture is designed to overcome the complexity of the subject, simplifying concepts while providing an exhausting, accurate yet clear overview of the oil and gas world.
DURATIONFive days
OBJECTIVESAfter this course, participants will have acquired a set of concepts which will allow them to understand the oil and gas world through a “simplifi ed layout.”
Participants will possess a better technical understanding of the oil and gas value chain and will be able to place each product or technology in the right segment/process of the business.
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Presentation will be supported by a useful selection of videos available on the web• All type of additional material the instructor will deem useful to better understand the course
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Pipeline Integrity and Inspection
DESCRIPTIONThis course is intended to provide an overview of pipeline integrity and to introduce the main concepts relating to pipelines and their assessment. The course starts with pipeline design and will guide attendees through the design process, describing how pipeline integrity is built in at the design stage. The next stage describes the defects that can be introduced into a pipeline; both during manufacturing and in-service, concentrating particularly on internal and external corrosion and corrosion control. Once the defects have been identifi ed, attendees will study the best methods for inspection, assessment and repair of the defects. The course will be a mix of lectures (illustrated with examples), individual exercises, group case studies.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGAlthough focused on pipelines, by attending this course the participant will understand the principles of asset integrity management. When correctly applied, these principles can ensure that an asset can perform its required function effectively and effi ciently whilst protecting health, safety and the environment over the whole lifecycle of the asset.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESThe aim of this course is to provide the attendees with a basic understanding of the issues relating to oil and gas pipelines and their integrity. Following the course, each attendee should be able to:• Understand the major elements of pipeline design and the differences between the design codes• Recognize the effects of the pipe-manufacturing route on pipeline integrity• Identify the key pipeline degradation mechanisms• Select and apply appropriate assessment criteria for pipeline defects• Understand risk assessment methodologies and the pipeline integrity management processes• Understand how defects are measured in-ditch and recommend repair methods for pipeline defects
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Participants’ handout of lecture notes/presentation materials
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Reciprocating Compressors Fundamentals
DESCRIPTIONThe course will give the students an overview of reciprocating compressors, starting from typical applications to thermodynamic principles and components.
One and one half days will be spent in class, discussing the following subjects:
• Reciprocating compressors applications• Thermodynamics - basic theory• Mechanics theory - forces and loads• Compressor and auxiliary systems main components• Hypercompressors for LDPE plants
On the second day, the class will move to the workshop to visit large compressor assembly and testing areas.
At the end of the in-class part of the course, students will take a test with questions on the material seen during the course.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGStudents will receive the basic knowledge to understand the functioning principles, the international standards and application limits for reciprocating compressors.
DURATIONTwo days
OBJECTIVESAfter the course, participants will be able to:• Understand the operating principles of reciprocating compressors• Recognize the most critical components of reciprocating compressors
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• Presentations
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Subsea Equipment
DESCRIPTIONThis course is designed through presentations, models, animations and video to have a general understanding of subsea drilling and production systems, the role and interfaces the GE Oil & Gas products have in this industry, including the environment in which these products will function
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGParticipants will gain an insight to different GE Oil & Gas business segment and broaden the knowledge and understanding of the oil and gas industry
DURATIONThree days
OBJECTIVESGain understanding and knowledge of the exploration and production industry and GE Oil & Gas subsea products complementing this market segment• Set section tests• Group participation• Case study
MATERIALS• Participants’ handouts• Animation and video
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Turboexpanders
DESCRIPTIONThe course illustrates the basic characteristics of turboexpanders, specifi cally those designed and manufactured by GE Oil & Gas. The overview is also complemented by thermodynamic basics and mechanical aspects.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe participant will learn the basic aspects of the machine to understand its benefi ts, how it works and the main suggestions for purchasing specifi cation.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESAfter completing the course, participants will have acquired:• Knowledge of machine service in a process• Knowledge of machine working principles• Knowledge of basic thermodynamic and rotordynamic behavior
MATERIALS• Presentation of whole lesson
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Understanding Control Valves
DESCRIPTIONThe course illustrates the basic characteristics of control valves and anti-surge valves, specifi cally those designed and manufactured by GE Oil & Gas. The overview is also complemented by thermodynamic basics and mechanical aspects.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDINGThe participant will learn the basic aspects of the valve to understand its benefi ts, how it works and the main suggestions for purchasing specifi cation.
DURATIONOne day
OBJECTIVESAfter completing the course, participants will have acquired:• Knowledge of anti-surge valve service in a process ( CC recirculation)• Knowledge of basic thermodynamics & International Standards on valves• Knowledge of basic plant startup procedures to avoid valves failure
MATERIALSThe course materials consist of the following:• PowerPoint presentation of whole lesson
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