Introduction
This course covers the fundamentals and advanced concepts of subsea engineering, focusing on the design, installation, and operation of subsea systems in the oil and gas industry. Participants will explore subsea equipment, flow assurance, and integrity management, as well as the unique challenges associated with deepwater and ultra-deepwater environments.
Objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of subsea engineering and its role in offshore oil and gas operations.
- Learn about subsea equipment design, installation, and operation.
- Develop skills in flow assurance, thermal management, and hydrate prevention.
- Gain knowledge in subsea integrity management, inspection, and repair.
- Explore future trends and innovations in subsea engineering and deepwater technology.
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for:
- Subsea engineers, project managers, and technical staff.
- Offshore operations and maintenance personnel.
- Engineers and professionals interested in deepwater and subsea technology.
- Recent graduates in engineering aiming to specialize in subsea oil and gas.
Course Outline
Day 1: Introduction to Subsea Engineering and Equipment
- Overview of Subsea Systems and Operations
- Role of subsea engineering in offshore production and transportation
- Types of subsea fields: shallow water, deepwater, and ultra-deepwater
- Subsea Equipment and Components
- Introduction to subsea equipment: subsea trees, manifolds, and control systems
- Design considerations for equipment in high-pressure, low-temperature environments
- Subsea Installation and Construction Techniques
- Overview of installation methods: ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles), AUVs (Autonomous Underwater Vehicles), and cranes
- Subsea equipment testing, installation, and commissioning
Day 2: Flow Assurance and Thermal Management
- Principles of Flow Assurance
- Challenges in subsea flow: hydrate formation, wax deposition, and asphaltenes
- Techniques for ensuring reliable flow in subsea pipelines
- Thermal Management and Insulation Techniques
- Importance of temperature control in preventing hydrates and wax
- Types of thermal insulation and active heating methods
- Subsea Chemical Injection Systems
- Using chemical injection to prevent blockages and maintain flow
- Selection and application of chemicals for hydrate inhibition and wax control
Day 3: Subsea Production Systems and Control
- Subsea Production Control Systems
- Overview of subsea control systems: hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, and all-electric systems
- Control system design for remote and real-time monitoring
- Subsea Umbilicals, Risers, and Flowlines (SURF)
- Components of SURF systems and their functions in subsea operations
- Design and installation considerations for flexible and rigid risers
- Integrity Management of Subsea Equipment
- Techniques for maintaining equipment integrity: inspection, testing, and monitoring
- Asset management programs and lifecycle planning for subsea assets
Day 4: Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair (IMR) in Subsea Engineering
- Subsea Inspection Techniques
- Inspection methods: ROV-based, diver-based, and AUV-based inspections
- Advanced inspection technologies: ultrasonic, magnetic, and visual techniques
- Maintenance and Repair Strategies
- Developing maintenance programs to ensure long-term asset performance
- Techniques for subsea repair: clamps, hot tapping, and sealant injection
- Emergency Response and Contingency Planning
- Responding to subsea failures and incidents
- Creating contingency plans and protocols for subsea emergencies
Day 5: Future Trends, Innovations, and Case Studies in Subsea Engineering
- Digitalization in Subsea Engineering
- Role of digital twins, predictive analytics, and real-time monitoring
- Applications of big data, IoT, and AI in subsea operations
- Advances in Deepwater Technology
- Innovations in subsea processing, separation, and compression
- Trends in subsea all-electric systems and autonomous operations
- Case Studies in Subsea Engineering
- Review of successful subsea projects and lessons learned from complex installations
- Final project: participants design a subsea production system for a hypothetical offshore field, including equipment selection, flow assurance strategies, and integrity management plans