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Offshore Engineering And Technology Training Course

Introduction

Dive into the complexities of offshore operations with our specialized Offshore Engineering and Technology Training Course. This program is designed to equip you with the essential skills to design, construct, and operate offshore platforms and subsea systems, ensuring safe and efficient hydrocarbon production. In today's challenging offshore environments, mastering engineering and technology is crucial for organizations seeking to maximize resource recovery and minimize operational risks. Our offshore engineering training course provides hands-on experience and expert guidance, empowering you to apply cutting-edge techniques for practical, real-world applications.

This offshore engineering and technology training delves into the core concepts of platform design, subsea engineering, and marine operations, covering topics such as floating production systems, subsea pipelines, and dynamic positioning. You'll gain expertise in using industry-standard tools and techniques to offshore engineering and technology, meeting the demands of modern offshore operations. Whether you're a structural engineer, subsea engineer, or project manager, this Offshore Engineering and Technology course will empower you to drive strategic engineering decisions and optimize offshore development.

Target Audience:

  • Structural Engineers
  • Subsea Engineers
  • Project Managers
  • Naval Architects
  • Marine Engineers
  • Operations Managers
  • Technical Specialists

Course Objectives:

  • Understand the fundamentals of offshore engineering and technology.
  • Master offshore platform design and analysis.
  • Utilize subsea pipeline and riser engineering.
  • Implement floating production systems (FPSO, FLNG) design.
  • Design and build subsea production systems and equipment.
  • Optimize marine operations and dynamic positioning.
  • Troubleshoot and address common challenges in offshore projects.
  • Implement safety and environmental compliance standards.
  • Integrate offshore engineering with reservoir and production data.
  • Understand how to manage large-scale offshore development projects.
  • Explore emerging offshore technologies (e.g., deepwater robotics, renewable energy integration).
  • Apply real world use cases for offshore engineering in various field scenarios.
  • Leverage offshore engineering tools and frameworks for efficient design and execution.

Duration

10 Days

Course content

Module 1: Introduction to Offshore Engineering

  • Fundamentals of offshore engineering and technology.
  • Overview of offshore oil and gas operations.
  • Setting up an offshore project design framework.
  • Introduction to offshore engineering tools and methodologies.
  • Best practices for offshore engineering.

Module 2: Offshore Platform Design and Analysis

  • Mastering offshore platform design and analysis.
  • Utilizing structural analysis and design codes.
  • Implementing hydrodynamic analysis and motion response.
  • Designing and building fixed and floating platforms.
  • Best practices for platform design.

Module 3: Subsea Pipeline and Riser Engineering

  • Utilizing subsea pipeline and riser engineering.
  • Implementing pipeline routing and stability analysis.
  • Utilizing riser design and installation techniques.
  • Designing and building subsea pipeline systems.
  • Best practices for subsea pipelines.

Module 4: Floating Production Systems

  • Implementing floating production systems (FPSO, FLNG) design.
  • Utilizing hull design and motion analysis.
  • Implementing topside process and utility systems.
  • Designing and building FPSO and FLNG facilities.
  • Best practices for floating systems.

Module 5: Subsea Production Systems

  • Designing and build subsea production systems and equipment.
  • Utilizing subsea trees and manifolds.
  • Implementing subsea control systems and umbilicals.
  • Designing and building subsea production layouts.
  • Best practices for subsea systems.

Module 6: Marine Operations and Dynamic Positioning

  • Optimizing marine operations and dynamic positioning.
  • Utilizing vessel selection and mooring analysis.
  • Implementing dynamic positioning systems and operations.
  • Designing and building marine operation plans.
  • Best practices for marine operations.

Module 7: Troubleshooting Offshore Challenges

  • Troubleshooting and addressing common challenges in offshore projects.
  • Analyzing structural integrity and operational issues.
  • Utilizing problem-solving techniques for resolution.
  • Resolving common offshore engineering errors.
  • Best practices for troubleshooting.

Module 8: Safety and Environmental Compliance

  • Implementing safety and environmental compliance standards.
  • Utilizing risk assessment and safety management systems.
  • Implementing environmental impact assessments and mitigation.
  • Designing and building compliance programs.
  • Best practices for safety and environment.

Module 9: Integration with Reservoir Data

  • Integrating offshore engineering with reservoir and production data.
  • Utilizing reservoir simulation and production forecasts.
  • Implementing integrated field development planning.
  • Designing and building integrated offshore systems.
  • Best practices for integration.

Module 10: Large-Scale Offshore Projects

  • Understanding how to manage large-scale offshore development projects.
  • Utilizing project management tools and techniques.
  • Implementing program evaluation and reporting.
  • Designing scalable offshore solutions.
  • Best practices for project management.

Module 11: Emerging Offshore Technologies

  • Exploring emerging offshore technologies (deepwater robotics, renewable energy integration).
  • Utilizing deepwater robotics and remote intervention.
  • Implementing renewable energy integration in offshore platforms.
  • Designing and building advanced offshore systems.
  • Optimizing advanced applications for specific use cases.
  • Best practices for advanced applications.

Module 12: Real-World Offshore Use Cases

  • Applying real world use cases for offshore engineering in various field scenarios.
  • Utilizing offshore platforms in deepwater developments.
  • Implementing subsea production systems in remote fields.
  • Utilizing FPSO for marginal field development.
  • Implementing FLNG for offshore gas monetization.
  • Best practices for real-world applications.

Module 13: Offshore Tools Implementation

  • Leveraging offshore engineering tools and frameworks for efficient design and execution.
  • Utilizing structural analysis and design software.
  • Implementing subsea simulation and modeling tools.
  • Designing and building automated design workflows.
  • Best practices for tool implementation.

Module 14: Monitoring and Metrics

  • Implementing offshore project monitoring and metrics.
  • Utilizing structural integrity and production performance indicators.
  • Designing and building monitoring systems for offshore projects.
  • Optimizing monitoring for real-time insights.
  • Best practices for monitoring.

Module 15: Future Trends in Offshore Engineering

  • Emerging trends in offshore technologies and applications.
  • Utilizing digital twins and remote operations.
  • Implementing autonomous systems and robotics.
  • Best practices for future offshore development.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.orgtraining@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.orgtraining@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 14 working days before commencement of the training.

Course Schedule
Dates Fees Location Apply
05/05/2025 - 16/05/2025 $3000 Nairobi
12/05/2025 - 23/05/2025 $5500 Dubai
19/05/2025 - 30/05/2025 $3000 Nairobi
02/06/2025 - 13/06/2025 $3000 Nairobi
09/06/2025 - 20/06/2025 $3500 Mombasa
16/06/2025 - 27/06/2025 $3000 Nairobi
07/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 $3000 Nairobi
14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 $5500 Johannesburg
14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 $3000 Nairobi
04/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 $3000 Nairobi
11/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 $3500 Mombasa
18/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 $3000 Nairobi
01/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 $3000 Nairobi
08/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 $4500 Dar es Salaam
15/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 $3000 Nairobi
06/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 $3000 Nairobi
13/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 $4500 Kigali
20/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 $3000 Nairobi
03/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 $3000 Nairobi
10/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 $3500 Mombasa
17/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 $3000 Nairobi
01/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 $3000 Nairobi
08/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 $3000 Nairobi