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The Process Flow Measurement in Oil & Gas Training Course is designed to equip engineers, technicians, and operations personnel with essential knowledge and skills related to flow measurement techniques critical to oil and gas operations. Accurate flow measurement is vital for custody transfer, process control, and system efficiency. This course covers a wide range of flow metering technologies, including their principles of operation, application scenarios, advantages, and limitations.
Participants will gain hands-on insights into the selection, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of various flow meters. Real-world case studies and industry standards will be explored to reinforce learning and ensure participants can apply best practices in their own operations. Whether you work upstream, midstream, or downstream, this course provides valuable knowledge for enhancing measurement accuracy and operational reliability.

Learning Milestones

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of flow measurement and its critical role in oil & gas operations.
Identify and compare various types of flow meters (e.g., turbine, ultrasonic, Coriolis, differential pressure).
Select appropriate flow measurement technologies based on fluid properties, process conditions, and application requirements.
Apply correct installation and calibration techniques to ensure measurement accuracy and system performance.
Interpret flow measurement data and assess system efficiency and operational performance.
Recognize common issues and troubleshoot flow measurement systems effectively.
Comply with industry regulations and standards related to custody transfer and process metering.
Enhance overall operational reliability and safety through accurate and reliable measurement practices.

Professional Audience

This course is designed for professionals across the oil and gas value chain who are involved in flow measurement, instrumentation, and operational efficiency. Ideal participants include:

Instrumentation and Control Engineers
Process and Production Engineers
Operations and Maintenance Personnel
Field Technicians and Supervisors
Metering and Measurement Specialists
Quality Assurance and Compliance Staff
Technical Consultants and Project Engineers
Professionals moving into flow measurement roles

Whether you're working upstream, midstream, or downstream, this training supports skill development in accurate, reliable, and efficient flow measurement practices.

Modular Syllabus

Primary Flow Devices & Measurement Accuracy

Fundamentals of Gas Systems & Flow Measurement

Introduction to Natural Gas Pipeline Networks
Functional Role of Operators in Gathering & Transmission
Commercial Overview: Gas Sales, Agreements & Contractual Insights
Introduction to Metering Systems in Oil & Gas
Fiscal Metering Systems: Key Concepts and Design
Layout of Pipework, Valves & Isolation Practices
Basics of Flow Measurement in Hydrocarbon Operations
Supporting Instrumentation: Pressure, Temperature & Flow Sensors

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Flowmeters: Functions, Installation & Maintenance
Flow Conditioning: Meter Tubes, Fittings & Configurations
Safe Removal and Replacement Procedures
Accuracy in Flow Measurement: Key Drivers
Measurement Uncertainty and Rangeability Explained
Traceability in Calibration & Compliance
Introduction to Primary Flow Measurement Theories
Basic Principles of Pipe Flow & Foundational Calculations

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Flow Metering Technologies – Types & Applications

Differential Pressure Devices:
Orifice Plates, Venturi Tubes, Flow Nozzles, Low-Loss Devices
Variable Area and Target Flowmeters, Pitot Tubes
Displacement Meters:
Working Principles, Gas Meter Designs, Use Cases
Turbine & Inferential Meters:
Operating Mechanisms, Pros/Cons, Common Applications
Oscillatory Devices:
Vortex Flowmeters – Operational Insights & Limitations
Electromagnetic Flowmeters:
AC & DC Variants, Industry Applications
Ultrasonic Flowmeters:
Doppler & Time-of-Flight Systems, Clamp-on Installations
Mass Flow Technologies:
Coriolis, Thermal and Angular Momentum Devices – Performance & Troubleshooting
Alternative Techniques:
Cross-Correlation, Tracer, Laser & Weighing Approaches

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Gas Quality, Chromatography & Calibration Systems

Gas Quality Assessment Tools
– Sampling Systems, Moisture & Relative Density Analyzers
Introduction to Gas Chromatography
– Sample Conditioning, Chromatograph Controllers, Maintenance Essentials
Calibration & Proving Techniques
– Principles of Flowmeter Calibration & Verification
– Performance of Meter Provers, Uncertainty Analysis
– Generating Calibration Reports: Meter Factors & Repeatability

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Flow Computing, Custody Transfer & Industry Standards

Flow Computing Systems Overview
– Hardware, Software, Displays & Alarm Management
– Stream Flow Computers: Interface, Setup & Reporting
Supervisory Systems in Metering
– Operator Interfaces, Cybersecurity, Data Communication
Auxiliary Equipment in Metering Panels
– Power Supplies, Signal Converters & Diagnostics
Custody Transfer Considerations
– Meter Factors, Skid Integration, Proving Techniques
– Flow Computers, Pressure & Temperature Compensation
Overview of LACT (Lease Automatic Custody Transfer) Units
– Key Components, Valves, Sampling & Instrumentation
Industry Standards Overview – API MPMS

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Learning Milestones

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of flow measurement and its critical role in oil & gas operations.

Identify and compare various types of flow meters (e.g., turbine, ultrasonic, Coriolis, differential pressure).

Select appropriate flow measurement technologies based on fluid properties, process conditions, and application requirements.

Apply correct installation and calibration techniques to ensure measurement accuracy and system performance.

Interpret flow measurement data and assess system efficiency and operational performance.

Recognize common issues and troubleshoot flow measurement systems effectively.

Comply with industry regulations and standards related to custody transfer and process metering.

Enhance overall operational reliability and safety through accurate and reliable measurement practices.

Professional Audience

This course is designed for professionals across the oil and gas value chain who are involved in flow measurement, instrumentation, and operational efficiency. Ideal participants include:

Instrumentation and Control Engineers

Process and Production Engineers

Operations and Maintenance Personnel

Field Technicians and Supervisors

Metering and Measurement Specialists

Quality Assurance and Compliance Staff

Technical Consultants and Project Engineers

Professionals moving into flow measurement roles

Whether you're working upstream, midstream, or downstream, this training supports skill development in accurate, reliable, and efficient flow measurement practices.

Modular Syllabus

Primary Flow Devices & Measurement Accuracy​​

Course Dates & Prices

Primary Flow Devices & Measurement Accuracy