Master of Science

Natural Gas Technology

SH-IAP Technical proposal

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Agenda

Introduction

Program Objectives

Admission & Prerequisites

Pedagogical Delivery Methods

Academic program

The awards of the Master of Science Degree

Structure of the Programme

Course Description
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Introduction

 The Institut Algérien du pétrole (IAP) was founded in 1965 under the direction
of Ministry of Energy & Mine.
 IAP operates a number of specialized training centers throughout Algeria to
provide the training of technical personnel for Algerian Hydrocarbon industries :
 the school of Boumerdès,

 the Center of Hassi-Messaoud,

 the center of Arzew,

 the center of Skikkda.

 Since 1978, the school of Boumerdès has trained 735 Engineers &
postgraduates in LNG Technology, Transmission & Distribution of Natural Gas.

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Program Objectives

 This program is designed to provide post-graduate education

to qualified students,

 It prepares them with technical skills and commercial

knowledge to fill the demand for professionals in the rapidly

growing natural gas industry.

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Admission & Prerequisites

 Academic Background : To be enrolled in the M.Sc. Natural Gas Technology, the

applicant should have a BSc Honors' degree in related discipline, such us:
 Chemical Engineering,
 Mechanical Engineering
 Natural Gas Engineering,
 Petroleum Engineering, or a related field...

 English language requirements: For students whose first language is not English,
the minimum level score in one of the following test is required:
 TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a minimum score of 520
points on the paper based or 190 for computer based score
 IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a minimum score of
band 6.5

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Pedagogical Delivery Methods

 All modules will be delivered in face-to-face mode,

 Course-works make up a considerable proportion of the

student's learning experience,

 Team works occurs in some modules (on Simulations and

analysis of case studies),

 Visits of industrial plants for on job training & final thesis

accomplishment.

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Academic program

 The academic year extends over an 11 month period (usually

September to July)
 It is divided into two semesters, one beginning in the fall and the other
beginning in February.
 Most courses cover one semester, which is approximately 15-17 week
long.
 The Master Program in Gas Technology is of 4 semester’s duration.

 The first three semesters consist of foundational courses, specialized

courses, seminars and on job training,
 the entire 4th semester of the final year is dedicated to the master's
thesis.

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The awards of the Master of Science
Degree

 This educational and training programme is

eligible to the IAP “Master of Science in
Natural Gas Technology ” degree

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 Structure of the Programme

 A two-year full-time degree MSc programme ( four Semesters)

Load Load
Module title
(hours) (week)

Introduction to Oil & Gas Industry 45

Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 60
Separation Operations 60
Semester I

17
Pumps, Compressors and Turbines 60
Process Simulation with HYSIS, part I 45
Process Heat Transfer Equipments 60
On job training 80 2
Sub total 410 19

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 Structure of the Programme

 A two-year full-time degree MSc programme ( four Semesters)

Load Load
Module title
(hours) (week)

Process Simulation with HYSIS, part II 45

Project management 60
Process Control
Semester II

60
15
Engineering Economics 45
Corrosion and Corrosion Control 45
Safety in Natural Gas industry 45
On job training 160 4
Sub total 460 19

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 Structure of the Programme

 A two-year full-time degree MSc programme ( four Semesters)

Load Load
Module title
(hours) (week)

Technology of Liquefied Natural Gas 60

Plant systems utilities 45
Semester III

Natural Gas processing 60

15
LNG storage & Terminal facilities 45
LNG Markets & Economics (seminar) 45
LNG Plant Maintenance & Operation 45
On job training 160 4
Sub total 460 19

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 Structure of the Programme

 A two-year full-time degree MSc programme ( four Semesters)

Load
Programme Structure
(Weeks)

Semester I 19
Semester II 19
Semester III 19
Semester IV (Final thesis Project) 24
Total duration 81

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Course Description

Module 1: INTRODUCTION TO OIL & Load : 60

GAS INDUSTRY hours
(06 Modules)
Semester I

The course provides a comprehensive grounding in all aspects of the oil and gas

industry .The topics include: Introducing Oil and Gas - Overview and Industry

Segments, Finding Oil and Gas - Reservoir Characteristics and Exploration,

Extracting and Processing Oil and Gas- Drilling, Production and Optimising

Recovery, Oil Refining and Gas Treatment - Refining, Storage and Transportation,

Selling Oil and Gas - Markets, Trading, Risk, Margins and Stocks, Managing Oil and

Gas - Risks, Opportunities, Organizations and the Future.

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Course Description

Module 2: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING Load : 60

THERMODYNAMICS hours
(06 Modules)

The main objective of this course is to provide the necessary tools to analyse
Semester I

complex refrigeration cycles used in practice. This course will introduce the

application of the first and second laws of thermodynamics to both closed and open

systems. These laws will be applied to analyse common power and refrigeration

cycle the topics include: Introduction, First law of thermodynamics, Second law of

thermodynamics, Entropy, Second law analysis of engineering systems

Applications: Gas power cycles, Vapor and combined power cycles Refrigeration

cycles.

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Course Description
Module 3: SEPARATION PROCESSES Load : 60 hours
This course covers the analysis and design of chemical processes for the separation and

purification of mixtures. This course will include an introduction to the fundamentals of mass

transfer and vapour-liquid equilibrium.. Design methodologies and operation are emphasized
(06 Modules)

for absorption, distillation and fixed bed processes. The topics include Introduction to
Semester I

separation processes, Review of mass transfer principles and liquid vapour equilibrium,

Separation Processes, Absorption (Gas absorption and stripping in single stage equilibrium

process, Gas absorption and stripping in multiple stage equilibrium processes, Gas absorption

and stripping in packed columns, Comparison of packed columns and equilibrium stage

separations), Distillation ( Distillation: single stage equilibrium design, Binary Distillation:

multiple stage equilibrium design, Multicomponents fractionating process).Adsorption

( Porous adsorbents, Adsorption equilibrium, Fundamentals of diffusion and adsorption in

porous media, Heat effect in adsorption operation, Regeneration of spent adsorbent)

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Course Description

Module 4: PUMPS, COMPRESSORS AND Load : 60

TURBINES hours
(06 Modules)
Semester I

Review of fluid mechanics, Pumps: Pumps classification, Centrifugal pumps,

Cavitations and N.P.S.H. Compressors: Classification , Performance curve and surge

line, Axial compressor, Centrifugal compressor, Controls. Turbines: Hydraulic

turbines, Axial and radial flow turbines, selection, Effects of operating conditions

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Course Description

Module 5: PROCESS SIMULATION with Load : 45

HYSIS, part I hours
(06 Modules)
Semester I

This introductory course using HYSIS functions to build a steady state Process

simulation. The topics include: Introduction to simulation, Thermodynamic

equilibrium, Piping simulation, rotating equipment simulation, separation

equipment simulation, heat transfer equipment simulation, columns simulation and

logic equipment use.

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Course Description

Module 6: PROCESS HEAT TRANSFER Load : 60

EQUIPMENTS hours
(06 Modules)
Semester I

Heat Transfer Review, Basic Principles of Heat Exchangers, Heat Exchanger

Analysis, Double Pipe Heat Exchangers, Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers,

condensers, Evaporators, Compact Heat Exchangers.

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Course Description

Module 1: PROCESS SIMULATION with Load : 45

HYSIS, part II hours
(06 Modules)
Semester II

In This course, the student learns how to simulate industrial process under the

design conditions, the design of equipments, optimize process conditions. The case

studies include: simulation of a propane refrigerant loop, simulation of a Gas

Sweetening unit, simulation of condensate stabilization by absorption, Modeling a

refrigeration Cycle with economical aspects, . Modeling a Dehydration process by

Absorption, Modeling a Hydrocarbon recovery process, modeling of an LPG units.

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Course Description

Load : 60
Module 2: NATURAL GAS PROCESSING
hours
(06 Modules)
Semester II

This course provides students a thorough overview of natural gas treatment and

processing. The course starts by the review of the physical, chemical, and

engineering principles used to understand the processing of natural gas and its by-

products. Topics include: Natural Gas Fundamentals, Basic Concept of Natural Gas

Processing, Phase Separation, Condensate Stabilization, Acid Gas Treating, Gas

Dehydration, Natural Gas Liquids Recovery, Gas Processing Plant Controls and

Automation .

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Course Description

Load : 60
Module 3: PROCESS CONTROL
hours
(06 Modules)
Semester II

Introduction To Process Control , Mathematical Modelling For Process Control,

Hardware For a Process Control System, Analysis and Design Of Control Systems ,

Digital Computer Control Loop, Advanced Control Systems, Logic Control,

Programmable Logic Controllers, Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition system

(SCADA), Generalities on Control Systems , Industrial Networks , DCS

Architectures ..

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Course Description

Load : 45
Module 4: ENGINEERING ECONOMICS
hours
(06 Modules)
Semester II

This course covers the economic analysis from an engineering perspective. The

topics include mainly: the time value of money --- interest rates, depreciation,

replacement, economic life, present value, rate of return, payback period. Other

topics will include financing, supply and demand, private and social cost

estimations, secondary and intangible benefits and costs, benefit-cost models,

economic risk analysis, economic optimization.

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Course Description

Module 5: CORROSION AND Load : 45

CORROSION CONTROL hours
(06 Modules)
Semester II

This course will cover the main causes of corrosion in oil and gas operations, as well

as monitoring and mitigation methods. The topics include Fundamentals of

corrosion theory, Major causes of corrosion (O2, CO2, H2S, microbiologically

influenced corrosion), Forms of corrosion damage, Materials selection, Protective

coatings & linings, Cathodic protection, Corrosion inhibitors, Corrosion monitoring

and inspection, Corrosion in gas processing facilities, Corrosion in water injection

systems, Corrosion management strategy and life-cycle costs.

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Course Description

Module 6: SAFETY IN NATURAL GAS Load : 45

INDUSTRY hours

This course provides an overview of process safety engineering fundamentals for

(06 Modules)
Semester II

hydrocarbon processing facilities, with emphasis on the upstream oil & gas sector.

The focus of this course is on the engineering/design aspects of Process Safety

Management. Frequent reference will be made to historical incidents and recurring

problem areas. Techniques for analyzing and mitigating process safety hazards

applicable to oil and gas processing will be reviewed. Integration of the concepts

covered to achieve a measured approach to Process Safety Engineering is a key aim

of this course. Exercises and group projects will be utilized throughout the course

to emphasize the key learning points.

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Course Description

Module 1: TECHNOLOGY OF LIQUEFIED Load : 60

NATURAL GAS hours
(06 Modules)
Semester III

This course provide students with a throughout understanding of LNG technology.

The course covers the following topics: Refrigeration systems, Processes of LNG,

mixed –refrigerant systems are studied in depth along with Pritchard cycles. Teal

process, Propane –mixed refrigerant systems, cascade cycles are examined and

applications of these cycles are evaluated .Computer optimization and several

problems are used to strengthen the understanding of the various principles

associated with this course.

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Course Description

Load : 45
Module 2: PROCESS UTILITY SYSTEMS
hours
This course will provide an overview of the various Utility Systems, key selection

considerations and how they are integrated into oil and gas facilities. Individuals will
(06 Modules)
Semester III

develop a basic understanding of the wide variety of utility systems and components and

how they integrate with the process facilities and overall operation. System selection,

relative costs and other managerial decisions pertinent to utility operations are covered.

Exercises are used to identify utility consumers, summarize utility requirements,

consider high level utility systems options, and select the most energy efficient

alternatives. The topics include, Process heating systems, Process cooling systems,

Process drains – open and closed, Refrigeration, Power generation and distribution,

Instrument/Plant air and breathing air, Fresh & potable water , Fuel systems, Firewater,

Inert gas systems, Utilities energy considerations, Utilities management issues.

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Course Description

Load : 60
Module 3: PROJECT MANAGEMENT
hours
(06 Modules)
Semester III

This course give the student a throughout understanding of project management

techniques. The topics include: Theory of Project Management, Project

Management Strategies and Procedures, Project Planning and Resource Loaded

Scheduling, Life Cycle Cost Estimating, Project Risk Management, Project

Reporting, Project Communications – Interpersonal, Oral and Written, Contract

Types, Bid Evaluation and Award Process, Scheduling and Project Coordination

Methods, Current Issues in Construction Financing and Management.

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Course Description

Module 4: LNG STORAGE AND Load : 45

TERMINAL FACILITIES hours

This course begins with a description of the various storage facilities for liquefied
(06 Modules)
Semester III

natural gas. This includes open and closed construction types, low and high-

pressure vessels, and aboveground and underground storage facilities. These

considerations are followed by design methods normally used, such as diking and

liquid-level measurements, to prevent boil-off and spillage accidents.

Methods of LNG transport are then covered with a presentation of LNG struck and

tanker and their construction. The design of terminal facilities is followed by the

study of base-load, peak shaving and satellite plants, offshore docking cryogenic

loading arms, vaporizing heaters and compressors for send out.

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Course Description

Module 5: LNG MARKETS & Load : 45

ECONOMICS hours

This course provides an understanding of the forces driving world LNG supplies and
(06 Modules)
Semester III

markets; the evolution of global LNG markets; and the regulatory, economic,

commercial, and technical factors and issues impacting these markets. The course

provides a business and economic perspective to complement technical and

engineering aspects of LNG industry.

The topics include: An Overview of the LNG Business, Global LNG Market and Supply

Balance, LNG Pricing, LNG Contracts, LNG Short Term Trading, Reserves and

Upstream Development, Project Structure and Formation, LNG Project Economics,

Current LNG market and Business Issues.

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Course Description

Module 6: OPERATIONS AND Load : 45

MAINTENANCE OF LNG FACILITIES hours

This course covers an array of engineering and technology topics focused on LNG
(06 Modules)
Semester III

Facility Operations and Maintenance. The topics include Overview of LNG Facility

O&M, O & M Activities and Categorization, Operating and Maintenance on a Plant

with Cryogenic Fluids, Venting and Purging, Safety Issues, Isolations, Lock Out and

Tag Out Procedures, Fire Protection, O&M Financial and Cost Issues, Objectives in

Maintenance and Operating Procedures, Quality Requirements, Requirements for

Maintenance and Operating Procedure Management System, Resources, Approval

and Control of Procedures, Details of Developing and Writing Effective Procedures,

Procedure Checklists, Management and Control of Procedures

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Course Description

Load : 24
MSc Final Project
Weeks
(Final Project)
Semester IV

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