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Advanced CPD ASME

Compressor Systems - Design, Selection & Maintenance

Covers centrifugal and reciprocating compressor technology, performance curves, vibration analysis, seal systems, and effective maintenance programmes for gas compression facilities.

5 daysDuration
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5 Days · 15 ModulesProgramme
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Course Overview

About this programme

Covers centrifugal and reciprocating compressor technology, performance curves, vibration analysis, seal systems, and effective maintenance programmes for gas compression facilities.

Programme Objective

Equip professionals with the knowledge, skills, and frameworks required to excel in Compressor Systems - Design, Selection & Maintenance, driving measurable improvement in Midstream & Natural Gas performance and delivering tangible value to their organisations.

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

What You Will Learn

10 key learning outcomes

01

Understand the midstream value chain from production wellhead to downstream processing and export

02

Apply gas processing fundamentals including dehydration, sweetening, NGL extraction, and compression

03

Evaluate LNG technology: liquefaction, storage, shipping, regasification, and LNG market structure

04

Apply pipeline design, hydraulics, and integrity management principles to onshore and offshore systems

05

Understand natural gas markets, pricing mechanisms, and commercial structures including long-term contracts

06

Assess the safety and integrity requirements for gas pipelines, LNG terminals, and processing facilities

07

Apply piping design codes (ASME B31.4, B31.8) to midstream pipeline and piping systems

08

Evaluate the role of natural gas and LNG in the global energy transition and decarbonisation pathway

09

Analyse midstream project economics including tariff structures, tolling agreements, and capex recovery

10

Apply operational best practices for gas pipeline operations, compression, and metering systems

Course Outline

5 training days · 15 modules · hands-on workshops

1
Natural
Gas
2
Pipeline
Design
3
Pipeline
Integrity
4
LNG
Technology
5
Gas
Markets,
Day 1

Natural Gas Industry & Processing Fundamentals

Understand the natural gas value chain and core processing operations.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Natural Gas Value Chain

  • Upstream production: gas reservoirs, wellhead, and gathering systems
  • Gas processing: sweetening, dehydration, fractionation, and NGL extraction
  • Midstream: compression, pipelines, storage, and LNG
  • Downstream: distribution, power generation, and industrial use
Module 2

Gas Composition & Properties

  • Natural gas components: methane, ethane, C3+, CO2, H2S, and nitrogen
  • Gas quality specifications: heating value, Wobbe index, and dew point
  • PVT properties: z-factor, compressibility, and equation of state
  • Hydrate formation: prediction, inhibition, and pipeline pigging
Module 3

Gas Processing Operations

  • Dehydration: glycol contactors, molecular sieves, and dew point control
  • Gas sweetening: amine treating, physical solvents, and Claus unit
  • NGL extraction: J-T expansion, refrigeration, and turboexpander processes
  • Compression: centrifugal and reciprocating compressors for gas service
Practical Workshop

Gas processing design review: teams evaluate a simplified gas processing flow scheme, identify operability issues, and propose optimisation measures for NGL recovery.

Day 2

Pipeline Design & Hydraulics

Apply pipeline design principles and hydraulic modelling to gas and liquid pipelines.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Pipeline Design Codes

  • ASME B31.8: gas transmission and distribution systems
  • ASME B31.4: pipeline transportation systems for liquids
  • Design pressure: MAOP calculation and class location design factors
  • Pipeline materials: line pipe grades, coating, and cathodic protection
Module 2

Pipeline Hydraulics

  • Gas flow equations: Weymouth, Panhandle, and AGA equations
  • Compressor station spacing: flow capacity and pressure profile
  • Liquid pipeline hydraulics: Darcy-Weisbach and pump selection
  • Transient flow: waterhammer, surge, and pressure wave analysis
Module 3

Pipeline Facilities

  • Metering stations: turbine, ultrasonic, and Coriolis meters
  • Pressure regulation: gas reduction stations and PRV sizing
  • Pig launcher and receiver design: dimensions and operational safety
  • Block valves and ESD systems: spacing, logic, and response time
Practical Workshop

Pipeline hydraulic simulation: teams model a 50 km gas pipeline using simplified flow equations, determine compressor station requirements, and verify MAOP compliance.

Day 3

Pipeline Integrity Management

Apply risk-based integrity management to maintain pipeline safety and fitness for service.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Pipeline Threat Assessment

  • Pipeline threat categories: internal corrosion, external corrosion, and third-party damage
  • Pipeline integrity management programme (PIMP): API 1160 and ASME B31.8S
  • Consequence analysis: high consequence areas (HCAs) and risk zones
  • Failure statistics: CONCAWE and DOT incident data analysis
Module 2

Inspection Technologies

  • Intelligent pigging: MFL, UT, and geometry tools
  • In-line inspection (ILI) data analysis: defect sizing and remaining life
  • Direct assessment: ECDA, ICDA, and SCCDA methodology
  • Hydrostatic testing: test pressure, duration, and spike testing
Module 3

Integrity Assessment & Repair

  • ASME B31G: modified criterion for corrosion defects
  • RSTRENG and DNV RP-F101: assessment of internal and external metal loss
  • Pipeline repair methods: composite sleeves, full-encirclement sleeves, and hot tapping
  • Fitness for service: remaining life calculation and re-inspection interval
Practical Workshop

ILI data analysis: teams review a provided intelligent pigging report, identify and classify defects by severity, determine fitness for service, and prioritise repair actions.

Day 4

LNG Technology & Operations

Understand LNG liquefaction, storage, shipping, and regasification systems.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

LNG Liquefaction Technology

  • Natural gas liquefaction: thermodynamic principles and T-s diagram
  • Liquefaction processes: APCI C3/MR, Shell DMR, and ConocoPhillips Optimised Cascade
  • LNG plant configuration: pretreatment, liquefaction trains, and utilities
  • LNG quality: composition specification, heating value, and wobbe index
Module 2

LNG Storage & Loading

  • LNG storage tank types: full containment, membrane, and in-ground
  • Boil-off gas (BOG) management: re-liquefaction and power generation
  • LNG loading arms: articulated arms, CALM/SALM systems
  • Rollover risk: stratification, prediction, and prevention
Module 3

LNG Regasification & Distribution

  • Floating storage and regasification units (FSRU): advantages and limitations
  • Open rack vaporisers (ORV) and submerged combustion vaporisers (SCV)
  • Sendout pressure regulation and gas quality conditioning
  • Small-scale LNG: bunkering, trucking, and satellite peak-shaving
Practical Workshop

LNG facility review: teams conduct a safety and operability review of a provided LNG terminal process description, identifying the top five hazards and recommending safeguards.

Day 5

Gas Markets, Commercial Structures & Energy Transition

Evaluate natural gas markets, commercial arrangements, and gas's role in energy transition.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Natural Gas Markets & Pricing

  • Regional gas markets: Henry Hub, TTF, NBP, JKM, and Asian LNG pricing
  • Gas pricing mechanisms: oil-indexed, spot, and hybrid contracts
  • Gas trading: spot, forwards, futures, and basis swaps
  • LNG contract structures: DES, FOB, SPA, and price review clauses
Module 2

Gas & LNG Commercial Structures

  • Long-term LNG SPA: take-or-pay, volume flexibility, and destination clauses
  • Gas transportation agreements: capacity booking, interruptible supply, and tariffs
  • Gas storage agreements: working gas, deliverability, and seasonal pricing
  • Midstream project financing: tariff structure and revenue assurance
Module 3

Natural Gas in Energy Transition

  • Gas as transition fuel: role in power generation and heating decarbonisation
  • Methane emissions: leakage rates, OGMP 2.0, and methane action plans
  • Low-carbon gas: biomethane blending and hydrogen-natural gas mixing
  • Gas infrastructure repurposing: H2-ready pipelines and CO2 transport
Practical Workshop

Gas market scenario: teams model the commercial structure for a 15-year LNG supply agreement, pricing the volume, flexibility, and destination provisions and running an NPV sensitivity analysis.

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

Pipeline & Gas Processing Engineers

Engineers responsible for gas processing, pipeline design, and midstream facility operations

LNG Operations Personnel

Operations staff at liquefaction plants, LNG terminals, and on LNG tanker vessels

Commercial & Trading Professionals

Commercial teams managing LNG contracts, pricing, and portfolio optimisation

Business Development Managers

Professionals evaluating new midstream project opportunities and commercial partnerships

Integrity & Maintenance Engineers

Engineers responsible for pipeline integrity, inspection, and corrosion management

Graduate & Early-Career Engineers

Engineers entering midstream roles and building a foundation in gas and LNG operations

Schedule & Fees

Upcoming public dates — enrol anytime

May
29
29 May – 02 Jun 2026
Dubai, UAE
Classroom 9 seats available
$5,750
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Jun
26
26 Jun – 30 Jun 2026
London, UK
In-House 7 seats available
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Jul
24
24 Jul – 28 Jul 2026
Singapore
Classroom 5 seats available
$5,750
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Aug
21
21 Aug – 25 Aug 2026
Houston, USA
In-House Only 3 seats left!
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Sep
26
26 Sep – 30 Sep 2026
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Classroom 5 seats available
$5,750
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Oct
15
15 Oct – 19 Oct 2026
Kuala Lumpur, MY
In-House 6 seats available
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Accreditations & Recognition

This course carries internationally recognised professional credits

CPD Certified
ASME Certified

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