Course Description

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the oil refining process, focusing on how crude oil is converted into valuable petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and petrochemical feedstocks. Participants will explore key refining operations including distillation, cracking, reforming, and hydrotreating, as well as the role of each unit in the overall refinery configuration.
The course also covers crude oil characteristics, product specifications, and operational considerations such as efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance. In addition, it examines the economic and market factors influencing refinery operations and product demand. Participants will gain practical insights into modern refining practices, technological developments, and the challenges faced by the industry in a changing global energy landscape

Course Objectives

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

• Understand the fundamental principles of crude oil composition and characteristics.
• Identify the key units and processes within a petroleum refinery.
• Explain the physical and chemical transformation of crude oil into refined products.
• Evaluate the specifications and applications of various petroleum products.
• Recognize safety, environmental, and economic factors influencing refining operations.
• Analyze trends and challenges in the global refining industry.

Who Can Benefit

• Engineers and technical professionals in oil and gas operations
• Refinery operators and supervisors
• Business development and commercial managers in the petroleum sector
• Regulatory and compliance officers
• Supply chain and logistics personnel involved in petroleum distribution
• Technical consultants and new entrants to the refining industry