Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO)

The use of Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) has been significantly increased in recent decades. FPSOs have lower cost relative to traditional offshore oil platforms. The latest FPSOs are used for developing deep water oil fields and reserves where it is either not possible or not practical to install a fixed platform.

About this Course

The use of Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) has been significantly increased in recent decades. FPSOs have lower cost relative to traditional offshore oil platforms. The latest FPSOs are used for developing deep water oil fields and reserves where it is either not possible or not practical to install a fixed platform. It is crucial to understand the environmental and design aspects affecting the operation to operate FPSOs successfully. Also, beneficial to know all essential elements of FPSOs such as storage, offloading, power, utility system and safety. Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) training course will focus on the technical challenges and risks associated with the design, operation and maintenance of an FPSO. The participants from all disciplines will have a wealth of knowledge and a better understanding of FPSO projects.

Course Objective

After participating in this course, you will be able to analyze the power distribution system in order to determine the need for improvement of the power factor. You will be able to calculate energy cost savings associated with the installation of capacitor bank. You will gain the practical knowledge to be able to specify the size and configuration of capacitor bank and associated auxiliary equipment to suit your specific needs.

Course Methods

This interactive Training will be highly interactive, with opportunities to advance your opinions and ideas and will include.

Lectures
Workshop & Work PR sensation
Case Studies and Practical Exercise
Videos and General Discussions

Course Outline

- Module 1 – Introduction to FPSO Industry
  · Key Topics:
  - History of FPSOs
  - Introduction to FPSO technology
  - FPSO Layout
  - Design and Operation Considerations
  - Codes and Regulations
  - Inspection and Maintenance Requirements
  Module 2 – Environmental and Design Aspects
  · Key Topics:
  - Environmental conditions
  - Mooring Lines and Anchors
  - Turrets and Swivel System
  - Pipeline Systems -Subsea Interfaces Subsea Umbilicals, Risers and Flowlines (SURF)
  - Subsea Pipeline installation
  - Marine & Structural Design Aspects
  - Lifesaving Appliances
  - Survival Craft
  Module 3 – FPSO Storage and Offloading
  · Key Topics:
  - Cargo Handling Systems –Cargo and Ballast System
  - Crude Oil Loading and Discharge Arrangements
  - Crude oil storage, crude oil washing (COW)
  - Flare and vent System
  - Cargo Tank Vent and Inert Gas System
  - Inverting Operation
  - Custody transfer requirements
  - Tank entry safety procedure
  Module 4 – Utility and Power Systems
  · KeyTopics:
  - Marine Systems
  - Utility Systems
  - Piping Systems
  - Offshore Electrical System
  - Gas Turbines
  - Development of Philosophies
  - Batteries and UPSs
  - Telecommunication
  Module 5 – Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)
  · KeyTopics:
  - Safety in Operation and Maintenance
  - Machinery, Equipment and Safety Systems
  - Safety and Emergency Systems
  - Emergency shutdown systems (ESD)
  - Hazards Areas
  - Hazards Area Equipment
  - Fire Protection and Fire Detection