Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Mechanical and Process Engineers
• Maintenance and Reliability Engineers
• Operations and Plant Engineers
• Rotating Equipment Technicians and Supervisors
• Project and Design Engineers
• Anyone involved in the operation or maintenance of pumps and compressors

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the working principles and classifications of pumps and compressors
• Identify key components and their functions in oil and gas applications
• Evaluate performance parameters and operational limits
• Apply proper installation, operation, and maintenance practices
• Recognize common operational problems and implement troubleshooting techniques
• Improve equipment reliability and energy efficiency

DAY 1

Introduction to Pumps and Compressors

• Welcome and Introduction
• Pre-Test
• Role of Pumps and Compressors in Oil and Gas Facilities
• Fluid Mechanics and Gas Compression Basics
• Classification and Types of Pumps and Compressors
• Comparison of Dynamic and Positive Displacement Equipment
• Overview of Performance Parameters: Flow, Pressure, Head, Efficiency

DAY 2

Pumps: Design, Operation and Performance

• Centrifugal Pumps – Components and Operating Principles
• Positive Displacement Pumps – Gear, Screw, and Piston Types
• Pump Performance Curves and System Head Curves
• NPSH, Cavitation, and Vibration Control
• Pump Selection and Sizing Criteria
• Operation, Start-up, and Shutdown Procedures
• Pump Troubleshooting and Maintenance Practices

DAY 3

Compressors: Design, Operation and Control

• Reciprocating and Rotary Compressors – Types and Features
• Centrifugal Compressors – Design and Performance
• Compressor Components and Construction
• Compression Stages and Intercooling
• Surge and Stonewall Conditions
• Control Systems and Performance Monitoring
• Troubleshooting and Common Failure Modes

DAY 4

Auxiliary Systems and Maintenance Practices

• Lubrication Systems and Oil Management
• Cooling Systems and Heat Exchangers
• Bearings, Seals, and Couplings
• Alignment and Balancing Procedures
• Vibration Analysis and Condition Monitoring
• Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Strategies
• Maintenance Scheduling and Documentation

DAY 5

System Reliability and Troubleshooting

• Reliability Improvement and Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
• Energy Efficiency and Performance Optimization
• Safety in Operation and Maintenance of Rotating Equipment
• Post-Test
• Certificate Ceremony