What You Will Gain

Year 1 – Foundation in Refinery Operations

Principles of Chemical Engineering

• Understand the basics of chemical engineering principles.
• Apply mass and energy balance in simple systems.
• Recognize the role of chemical engineering in refineries.

Introduction to Petroleum Refining

• Identify stages of petroleum refining.
• Understand refining value chains.
• Recognize refinery products and applications.

Crude Oil Properties and Analysis

• Analyze physical and chemical properties of crude oil.
• Understand crude assay methods.
• Apply crude classification for refining.

Refinery Process Units Overview

• Identify key refinery process units.
• Understand their role in refining operations.
• Explain process integration.

Distillation Principles and Applications

• Understand distillation fundamentals.
• Apply distillation methods for separation.
• Recognize role of distillation in refining.

Heat and Mass Transfer in Refining

• Apply principles of heat transfer.
• Understand mass transfer in separation units.
• Analyze efficiency in transfer processes.

Introduction to Catalysts and Chemical Reactions

• Understand catalyst functions.
• Recognize refinery catalytic processes.
• Apply basic reaction engineering principles.

Process Instrumentation and Control Basics

• Identify key refinery instruments.
• Understand process control fundamentals.
• Apply control strategies for stable operations.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Awareness

• Apply safety regulations in refinery operations.
• Recognize hazards and prevention methods.
• Promote sustainable refinery practices.

Industrial Laboratory Techniques

• Apply laboratory testing methods.
• Analyze petroleum products.
• Maintain accuracy and safety in labs.

Technical Report Writing

• Prepare professional technical reports.
• Present refinery data effectively.
• Apply reporting standards.

Introduction to Process Simulation Software

• Understand basics of process simulation.
• Apply simple models to refining processes.
• Use digital tools for analysis.

Year 2 – Intermediate Refinery Operations

Advanced Distillation and Separation Techniques

• Apply advanced separation methods.
• Optimize distillation columns.
• Troubleshoot separation inefficiencies.

Hydrocracking and Hydrotreating Processes

• Understand hydrocracking processes.
• Apply hydrotreating for product quality.
• Recognize importance of clean fuels.

Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) Operations

• Understand FCC process steps.
• Monitor catalyst performance.
• Optimize FCC operations.

Process Control and Automation in Refineries

• Apply modern control strategies.
• Use automation systems effectively.
• Monitor refinery performance digitally.

Energy Management and Efficiency in Refining

• Evaluate refinery energy needs.
• Apply energy-saving techniques.
• Promote sustainable energy use.

Reactor Design and Optimisation

• Understand refinery reactor designs.
• Optimize reactor performance.
• Apply safety and efficiency principles.

Process Safety Management

• Apply safety management systems.
• Recognize hazard prevention strategies.
• Maintain compliance with safety standards.

Refinery Production Planning

• Plan refinery throughput effectively.
• Optimize crude blending.
• Meet production targets.

Quality Control and Assurance in Refining

• Apply QA/QC standards.
• Monitor petroleum product quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry norms.

Environmental Management and Sustainability

• Apply waste minimization practices.
• Promote cleaner production methods.
• Assess environmental impacts.

Petroleum Product Blending Techniques

• Apply blending strategies for fuels.
• Recognize blending economics.
• Ensure quality product outcomes.

Data Analysis and Technical Communication

• Apply statistical tools in refining data.
• Interpret results effectively.
• Communicate findings professionally.

Year 3 – Advanced Refinery Operations

Advanced Process Optimisation and Troubleshooting

• Apply advanced optimization techniques.
• Diagnose refinery problems.
• Propose corrective measures.

Refinery Project Management

• Apply project management principles.
• Manage refinery upgrades and turnarounds.
• Monitor budgets and schedules.

Catalysts and Reaction Kinetics in Depth

• Study catalyst behaviors.
• Apply advanced kinetic models.
• Optimize catalytic reactions.

Advanced Process Simulation and Modelling

• Apply advanced simulation software.
• Model refinery processes.
• Optimize plant performance.

Corrosion and Maintenance in Refineries

• Recognize corrosion mechanisms.
• Apply preventive maintenance.
• Extend refinery asset life.

Energy Transition and Cleaner Refining Technologies

• Explore low-carbon refining practices.
• Apply renewable integration methods.
• Promote cleaner fuel technologies.

Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis

• Apply risk assessment tools.
• Conduct hazard studies (HAZOP, FMEA).
• Develop mitigation strategies.

Advanced Laboratory Techniques and Process Testing

• Apply advanced lab testing methods.
• Ensure accuracy in process testing.
• Develop technical expertise.

Supply Chain and Logistics in Refining

• Manage refinery logistics.
• Optimize petroleum supply chains.
• Ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Capstone Project in Refinery Operations

• Integrate knowledge into a comprehensive project.
• Apply solutions to real refinery challenges.
• Demonstrate professional expertise.

Professional Development and Leadership in Energy

• Develop leadership skills.
• Plan professional growth.
• Strengthen teamwork in energy projects.

Strategic Decision-Making in Refinery Management

• Apply strategic frameworks in refining.
• Evaluate long-term business impacts.
• Lead global refining initiatives.