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5-Day Training Course

Offshore Engineering

Design, Fabrication, Installation, Hook-up and Commissioning

Course Overview

Offshore engineering projects in the oil and gas sector present significant technical and commercial challenges. A thorough understanding and competency among the project team members throughout the various phases are crucial for the successful completion of these projects.

This Energy training course is designed to equip participants with a solid foundation in Offshore Engineering. It will prepare them to effectively contribute to the design, fabrication, construction, offshore installation, hook-up, commissioning, and start-up phases of offshore projects. This Offshore Engineering training course is ideal for field and discipline engineers, project engineers, cost estimators, construction and fabrication engineers, contract administrators, construction supervisors, and engineers.

The Offshore Engineering training course will cover:

  • Field Development Planning (FDP) and Offshore Project Management overview
  • Design engineering and procurement processes
  • Substructure and topside fabrication, load-out
  • Sea transportation and offshore installation
  • Hook-up, testing, commissioning, and start-up procedures

Particular emphasis will be placed on the principles and steps involved in these processes, supported by engineering calculations, flowcharts, and diagrams to enhance learning. The course will also reference relevant international standards and typical client engineering requirements.

Key topics include:

  • Overview of Field Development Planning (FDP) and project management
  • Design engineering processes, deliverables, and flowcharts
  • Fabrication techniques (e.g., cutting, welding, blasting, painting)
  • Erection and assembly methods, including cranes and lifting techniques
  • Load-out procedures, preparation, and ballasting
  • Sea-fastening engineering and implementation
  • Marine vessels and installation equipment used in major and support operations
  • Structure and topsides installation methods
  • Pipelaying and riser installation processes
  • Subsea installation and diving support
  • Hook-up workpack development and execution
  • Mobilization of marine vessels, construction, and marine crews, along with equipment
  • Engineering discipline-specific hook-up activities
  • Commissioning, start-up, and handover to the client

Course Objectives

By the end of this Offshore Engineering training course, participants will be able to:

  • Grasp the key concepts of field development planning (FDP) and project management
  • Comprehend the complexities involved in offshore engineering activities
  • Recognize the entire lifecycle of offshore engineering, from the design phase through to commissioning and start-up
  • Understand fabrication, erection, load-out, and sea-fastening processes at fabrication yards
  • Learn how to select the appropriate major support marine vessels and installation equipment for offshore installation
  • Gain in-depth knowledge of structure and topsides installation methods
  • Understand the procedures for pipelaying, riser installation, subsea installation, and diving support activities
  • Be familiar with the processes involved in mobilizing marine vessels, construction crews, marine teams, and equipment
  • Understand the scope of hook-up and commissioning tasks across various engineering disciplines

Training Methodology

This Energy training course will be conducted in a classroom. Examples and video clips of past offshore fabrication and load-out activities, as well as offshore installation activities will be used to aid the learning and understanding of the subject matters. Participants will also take part in group classroom exercises to reinforce their learning experience. Each participant will receive a set of course materials. There will also be pre-course as well as post-course assessment tests.

Who Should Attend

This Energy training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Field Engineers, CSRs, Construction Supervisors, Project engineers
  • Operations engineers
  • Workpack engineers
  • Structural engineers
  • Metocean engineers
  • Pipeline discipline engineers
  • Subsea equipment engineers
  • Various discipline engineers (structural, piping, equipment, electrical, instrumentation)
  • Maintenance engineers
  • Contract admin, buyers and procurement executives
  • Cost estimating, project control and planning engineers
  • Diving and diving support personnel
  • Managers and executives who are new to Offshore engineering projects
  • Other engineers and technicians who need to update their current Oil and Gas industry experience and wanting to move to Offshore Field development Projects
  • University engineering lecturers who wish to be CPD-certified by Institution of Engineers (IEM) at their respective countries

Course Curriculum

  • Overview of Field Development Planning (FDP)
  • Project Management team (PMT), roles and responsibilities
  • Contracting, subcontracting and procurement activities
  • Design engineering process, deliverables and flowchart
  • Health, safety, environment and security requirements, including training requirements and qualifications of personnel
  • Emergency response procedure (ERP)
  • QAQC requirements, documentation and drawings controls
  • Fabrication yard layout, load-out methods, workshops and major equipment types, foundation preparation and preliminary works
  • Planning and schedule , fabrication cost-time-resource (CTR) estimating
  • Fabrication, erection and assembly of major structures, substructures;, topsides and living quarters
  • Pipeline procurement, concrete coatings, pipeline load out and transportation
  • Welding and welder qualifications
  • Blasting and painting activities;, testing and inspection requirements
  • Typical manpower and fabrication equipment planning and management
  • Skid and packaged equipment procurement, Factory acceptance testing (FAT), delivery, storage and preservation and installation
  • Weight control and weighing of structures in fabrication
  • Yard pre-commissioning activities
  • Jacket commissioning, trial fitting and ship loose items management
  • Pile and conductors make-up and fabrication, transportation arrangement consideration and load out
  • Load-out planning, engineering for substructures and topside; and load-out execution, ballasting techniques and calculation
  • Insurances, commercial and warranty surveys
  • Offshore transportation and installation phases, including planning and scheduling
  • Major and support marine vessels, major equipment types
  • Offshore installation considerations, engineering and calculations
  • Weight control and onshore weighing reports of structures
  • Transportation analysis and sea-fastening
  • Launching, lifting and installation of substructures
  • Upending of substructures
  • On-bottom stability, pile and conductor make-up, piling and grouting of substructures
  • Lifting analysis of topsides and modular topsides construction
  • Float over of integrated topside deck
  • Geotechnical and geomatics surveys
  • Anchor-pattern preparation and approval
  • Vessels availability, contracting and procurement activities and considerations
  • Cost-time-resource (CTR) estimating for transportation and installation
  • IPOP and pre-execution reviews
  • Mobilisation preparations
  • Insurances, commercial and warranty surveys
  • Metocean activities and installation window considerations
  • Substructures installation - launching, lifting, self installation & novel methods
  • Topsides installation - modular lifts, float-over and novel methods
  • SIMOPS considerations for offshore installations
  • Pipeline and riser installation
  • Reel pipelines and umbilicals laying
  • Subsea equipment installation and diving support activities
  • Insurances, commercial and warranty surveys
  • HuCC project planning and scheduling, monitoring and reporting
  • Workpack process and execution
  • Procurement - cost-plus and overheads
  • Construction and marine crew manpower recruitment and mobilisation
  • Onshore minor fabrication
  • Mobilisation of major and support marine vessels
  • Overview of marine operations
  • Onshore supply base and Load-out activities
  • Logistics support activities
  • Hook-up activities, namely blasting and painting, cutting, fitting and welding, piping and piping supports, platform appurtenances, electrical and instrumentation works
  • Pre-commissioning activities, hydrotesting, NDT and inspection
  • Commissioning activities and dossiers
  • Start-up (first oil, first gas), hand-over and punch-list items
  • Post-project activities, final documentation, change-order and variation orders, lesson learnt database and dissemination
  • Course summary
  • Post-course Assessment Test

Certificates Awarded

Certificate of Completion

After successfully completing this training course, participants will be awarded The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion — a respected validation of their dedication to continuous learning and professional excellence. This certificate signifies that participants have gained the essential knowledge and skills required to make a measurable impact in their field.

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Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Frequently Asked Questions

Our training courses are conducted at partnered hotels located within the specified training areas. Please note that venue assignments may vary based on availability. For the most current information, do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

Yes, we do. We provide tailored training courses designed to meet the specific requirement of larger group of individuals. These customized training courses can be conducted both classroom and online formats, allowing you the flexibility to choose you preferred dates and duration.

Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss your group’s training needs, and we’ll work with you to create a personalized training course that aligns with your objectives.

Upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding learning hours.

Yes, special discounts are available upon request if you have more than one registrant for a course. For further information please email us at [email protected]

We offer two convenient payment options:

  • Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
  • Payment Link – Alternatively, we provide a secure payment link that you can use to complete your payment after your registration has been confirmed.

Upon receiving your registration details, either via email at [email protected] or through our online registration form, we will send you the following by email within 24-48 hours of registration.

  • Joining Instructions
  • Invoice/receipt (where appropriate)

There are two convenient options to register for a training course:

  • Online Registration Form – Register for your desired training course by completing the online registration form available on our website. Simple click on the registration button or select your preferred dates and provide the requested information.
  • Email Registration – You can email us your intention to register at [email protected]. Our team will guide you through the registration process and provide assistance you may need.

We understand that time zones may be different between our Senior Consultants and our delegates. Our standard online course timings (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, GMT+4 – Dubai, UAE) may be adjusted upon confirming the programme. Our team shall communicate between the confirmed registered delegates and suggest a suitable course timing for all.

Our standard course duration for our classroom programmes is 6 hours per day while our online session is 5 hours per day.

Our training courses span across diverse industries, encompassing sectors such as but not limited to:

  • Power & Utilities
  • Oil & Gas
  • Financial Institutions
  • Government and Regulatory bodies
  • Manufacturing & Production Industry

Our commitment lies in continuously refining and expanding our training course offerings to align with evolving industry landscapes. We encourage individuals to explore our website or engage with our dedicated support team for the latest information on available courses, ensuring access to the most pertinent and current educational resources.

Yes, The Energy Training Centre is certified and recognized by several prominent industry standards. Specifically, it holds certifications from ILM, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and the Project Management Institute (PMI).

  • ILM (ID# 002398B) – This certification indicates that our training programmes meet high standards for leadership and management development, ensuring that they are designed to enhance participants’ skills in these critical areas.
  • Continuing Professional Development (CPD) – Our recognition by CPD reflects our commitment to providing educational opportunities that support ongoing professional growth and skill enhancement. This accreditation ensures that our training courses are relevant and effective for professionals seeking to advance their careers.
  • Project Management Institute (PMI) – Being recognized by PMI signifies that our training programmes align with industry best practices in project management. This certification assures participants that our offerings are in line with the standards required for effective project management and are valuable for those pursuing or maintaining PMI credentials.

These certifications underscore our dedication to providing high-quality, industry-relevant training that fosters professional growth and meets established standards. Additionally, we are actively pursuing further certifications and affiliations to enhance our offerings and ensure we remain at the forefront of industry best practices.

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