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Intermediate CPD PMI AACE

Project Controls & Cost Engineering for Capital Projects

Provides skills in project cost estimating, budgeting, earned value management (EVM), schedule control, change management, and forecasting for major engineering and construction projects.

5 daysDuration
IntermediateLevel
5 Days · 15 ModulesProgramme
YX-ENG-038Code
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Course Overview

About this programme

Provides skills in project cost estimating, budgeting, earned value management (EVM), schedule control, change management, and forecasting for major engineering and construction projects.

Programme Objective

Equip professionals with the knowledge, skills, and frameworks required to excel in Project Controls & Cost Engineering for Capital Projects, driving measurable improvement in Engineering & Technical performance and delivering tangible value to their organisations.

5 daysTotal Duration
5 DaysTraining Days
15 ModulesModules Covered
Max 20Class Size
EnglishLanguage
CPD, PMI, AACEAccreditations

What You Will Learn

11 key learning outcomes

01

Apply engineering standards and codes relevant to Project Engineering in the oil, gas, and energy sectors

02

Analyse failure modes, root causes, and risk profiles for critical equipment and systems

03

Design or evaluate engineering solutions that meet functional, safety, and regulatory requirements

04

Interpret technical data, inspection findings, and performance metrics to support informed decisions

05

Apply integrity management principles to assess and extend the safe operating life of assets

06

Utilise industry codes (API, ASME, ISO, NACE) applicable to Project Engineering disciplines

07

Develop inspection and maintenance strategies based on risk-based methodologies

08

Assess the impact of material selection, operating conditions, and degradation mechanisms on asset life

09

Communicate engineering findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders

10

Apply lessons learned from industry incidents to improve engineering design and operational practices

11

Integrate HSE considerations into engineering decisions throughout the asset lifecycle

Course Outline

5 training days · 15 modules · hands-on workshops

1
Process
Engineering
2
Process
Safety
3
Process
Optimisation
4
Rotating
Equipment
5
P&ID
Development,
Day 1

Process Engineering Fundamentals

Establish the core chemical engineering principles and equipment types used in oil and gas processing.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Thermodynamics & Fluid Mechanics

  • Phase behaviour and VLE: bubble point, dew point, and flash calculations
  • Equations of state: SRK, PR, and their applicability
  • Pressure drop calculations: Darcy-Weisbach and Moody chart
  • Two-phase flow: flow regimes, void fraction, and pressure gradient
Module 2

Separation Processes

  • Two-phase and three-phase separators: sizing criteria and internals
  • Gas scrubbers and knock-out drums: droplet separation mechanisms
  • Distillation fundamentals: theoretical plates, reflux, and McCabe-Thiele
  • Absorption and stripping: gas treating and dehydration towers
Module 3

Heat Transfer Equipment

  • Shell and tube exchangers: TEMA types, rating, and fouling
  • Air coolers: fin geometry, fan sizing, and control
  • Fired heaters: radiant section, convection section, and thermal efficiency
  • Plate heat exchangers: compactness, fouling, and cleaning requirements
Practical Workshop

Process mass balance exercise: groups complete a steady-state mass balance around a three-phase separator and gas compression train to verify stream compositions and flow rates.

Day 2

Process Safety & Hazard Management

Apply systematic hazard identification and process safety engineering methods.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

HAZOP Methodology

  • HAZOP study organisation: study team, P&ID nodes, and parameter-guide words
  • Deviation analysis: causes, consequences, and existing safeguards
  • Risk ranking: likelihood and consequence assessment for HAZOP deviations
  • HAZOP action management: responsible party, target dates, and close-out
Module 2

Pressure Relief & Flare Systems

  • Relief valve types: spring-loaded PRV, pilot-operated, and rupture disc
  • Relief load cases: blocked outlet, fire exposure, and utility failure
  • Flare header sizing: velocity limits and backpressure constraints
  • Flare tip selection: sonic, multipoint, and enclosed flares
Module 3

Process Safety Management (PSM)

  • PSM programme elements: PHA, MOC, mechanical integrity, and incident investigation
  • Layer of protection analysis (LOPA): IPL criteria and PFD requirements
  • Inherently safer design principles: minimise, substitute, moderate, simplify
  • Emergency shutdown system (ESD) logic and cause-and-effect diagrams
Practical Workshop

HAZOP study: teams conduct a HAZOP on a provided P&ID node, identifying the top five deviations by risk and generating prioritised action recommendations.

Day 3

Process Optimisation & Troubleshooting

Apply systematic methods to optimise plant performance and resolve process upsets.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Performance Monitoring & KPIs

  • Process performance indices: throughput, conversion, selectivity, and yield
  • Statistical process control (SPC): control charts and capability indices
  • Data reconciliation: gross error detection and balance closure
  • Energy efficiency: specific energy consumption and heat integration
Module 2

Systematic Troubleshooting

  • Troubleshooting framework: symptom, hypothesis, test, and solution
  • Material and energy balance as a diagnostic tool
  • Equipment performance curves: pump, compressor, and column maps
  • Process simulation for fault isolation and scenario testing
Module 3

Process Optimisation Methods

  • Operating window optimisation: sensitivity analysis and constraint identification
  • Pinch analysis: heat integration and minimum utility targets
  • Advanced process control (APC): benefits, structure, and implementation
  • Debottlenecking: incremental capacity analysis and economic ranking
Practical Workshop

Process troubleshooting case study: given a set of plant data showing off-spec product and production shortfall, teams diagnose the root cause and propose corrective actions.

Day 4

Rotating Equipment & Utilities

Evaluate and manage centrifugal pumps, compressors, and plant utility systems.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Centrifugal Pumps & Systems

  • Pump performance: H-Q curve, efficiency curve, and BEP
  • System curve construction and operating point determination
  • NPSH: available vs. required, cavitation, and suction geometry
  • Pump selection, parallel and series operation, and trim impeller options
Module 2

Compressors & Drivers

  • Centrifugal compressor: polytropic head, surge line, and operating envelope
  • Reciprocating compressor: capacity, rod load, and valve maintenance
  • Anti-surge control: split-range, recycle, and load shedding strategies
  • Driver selection: gas turbines, steam turbines, and electric motors
Module 3

Utility Systems

  • Steam systems: steam balances, letdown stations, and condensate recovery
  • Cooling water: tower performance, chemistry, and Legionella control
  • Instrument air: compression, drying, and distribution ring main
  • Nitrogen generation and distribution: PSA and membrane systems
Practical Workshop

Pump system analysis: teams determine the operating point for a pump and pipeline system, evaluate NPSH adequacy, and specify a VSD for energy optimisation.

Day 5

P&ID Development, Simulation & Digital Process Engineering

Apply P&ID standards, simulation tools, and digital process engineering concepts.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

P&ID Standards & Design

  • ISA 5.1 symbology: instruments, control valves, and vessels
  • P&ID hierarchy: BFD, PFD, and P&ID development and revision control
  • Hazardous area classification on P&IDs: zone boundaries
  • Tie-in management: existing P&ID revision and brownfield redlines
Module 2

Process Simulation Tools

  • Steady-state simulation: flowsheet building, convergence, and validation
  • Physical property package selection: NRTL, SRK, and PR EOS
  • Dynamic simulation: process upset analysis and control tuning
  • Simulation case studies: gas treating unit and crude distillation column
Module 3

Digital Process Engineering

  • Digital twin for process optimisation: real-time model updating
  • AI and ML for fault detection: anomaly detection in process streams
  • Cloud-based process simulation and collaborative engineering platforms
  • Remote operations centre: integration of process monitoring and control
Practical Workshop

Process design review: teams evaluate a provided preliminary P&ID and process simulation model, identify operability and safety issues, and present a structured design review report.

The course outline is indicative. Content may be adapted to reflect current industry developments and delegate experience levels.

Who Should Attend

This programme is designed for professionals across these roles

Mechanical & Process Engineers

Engineers responsible for equipment design, selection, and performance management

Integrity & Inspection Engineers

Professionals managing inspection programmes, FFS assessments, and regulatory compliance

Maintenance Supervisors

Supervisors planning and executing maintenance activities on critical process equipment

Operations Engineers & Technicians

Field operations staff responsible for day-to-day plant running and first-line fault response

HSE & Technical Safety Engineers

Safety professionals requiring engineering depth for risk assessment and incident investigation

Graduate Engineers

Early-career engineers building technical competency in their chosen engineering discipline

Schedule & Fees

Upcoming public dates — enrol anytime

Jun
01
01 Jun – 05 Jun 2026
Dubai, UAE
Classroom 4 seats available
$5,250
per delegate
Jul
04
04 Jul – 08 Jul 2026
Live Online (Zoom)
Online 8 seats available
$4,250
per delegate
Jul
24
24 Jul – 28 Jul 2026
Singapore
In-House 9 seats available
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Aug
28
28 Aug – 01 Sep 2026
Houston, USA
Blended 6 seats available
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Sep
22
22 Sep – 26 Sep 2026
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Classroom 4 seats available
$5,250
per delegate
Oct
17
17 Oct – 21 Oct 2026
Live Online (Zoom)
Online 5 seats available
$4,250
per delegate
Can't find a suitable date? Contact us for private cohort scheduling or in-house delivery options at your premises.

Accreditations & Recognition

This course carries internationally recognised professional credits

CPD Certified
PMI Certified
AACE Certified

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