OG90
Course Contents
Module 1 - Introduction and Inorganic Oilfield Scale and Hydrates
Key Topics
- The flow assurance problem
- Inorganic oilfield scale principles and fundamentals
- Compound types
- Prediction and modeling of inorganic scales
- Recent development in the scale prevention
- Hydrates
Module 2 - Paraffins (Waxes) and Asphaltenes
Key Topics
- Characteristics
- Mechanisms
- Control, prevention, and remediation
Module 3 - Organic Deposition Prediction Model and Emulsions
Key Topics
- Wax thermodynamic prediction
- Modelling Asphaltene Behaviour
- Hydrate prediction model
- Formation of emulsions
- Emulsion destabilization processes
Module 4 - Corrosion
Key Topics
- Corrosion classification and mechanism
- CO2 and H2S corrosion
- Corrosion control
- Corrosion inhibitor guidelines
- Oilfield corrosion management guidelines
Module 5 - Sand Management
Key Topics
- Prediction of onset of sand failure and production
- Surface and subsurface sand control
- Flow assurance (transportation/erosion)
- Sand monitoring & handling