Training on Oil and Gas Infrastructure Planning and Equipment Selection
Course Overview
Effective infrastructure planning and equipment selection are critical to the safe, reliable, and cost-efficient development of oil and gas facilities. Whether designing upstream production systems, midstream transportation networks, LNG terminals, refineries, petrochemical plants, or storage facilities, engineering teams must evaluate technical, operational, environmental, economic, and regulatory factors before selecting infrastructure and equipment. Poor planning or inappropriate equipment selection can increase capital expenditure, reduce operational efficiency, compromise safety, shorten asset life, and create long-term maintenance challenges.
This course equips participants with practical knowledge and engineering methodologies for planning oil and gas infrastructure and selecting equipment that supports operational excellence throughout the asset lifecycle. Participants learn how to define project requirements, evaluate process technologies, size and select mechanical equipment, design supporting infrastructure, optimize facility layouts, conduct techno-economic analyses, assess equipment reliability, develop procurement specifications, manage lifecycle costs, and integrate digital engineering tools into infrastructure planning. The course also explores process simulation, equipment standardization, modular construction, sustainability considerations, risk assessment, and asset lifecycle management.
Participants examine internationally recognized frameworks and engineering standards, including API Standards, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), ASME B31 Piping Codes, ISO 55001 Asset Management, IEC Standards for Electrical Equipment, ISO 14224 Reliability and Maintenance Data Collection, ISO 31000 Risk Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Standards, and FIDIC Contract Principles. Through engineering design exercises, equipment selection workshops, lifecycle cost analysis, process optimization activities, and real-world case studies, participants develop the expertise to make informed infrastructure and equipment decisions that improve project performance, operational reliability, and long-term asset value.
Duration
10 Days
Who Should Attend
- Mechanical Engineers
- Process Engineers
- Petroleum Engineers
- Pipeline Engineers
- Facilities Engineers
- Project Engineers
- Project Managers
- Engineering Managers
- Procurement Engineers
- Asset Managers
- Maintenance Managers
- Reliability Engineers
- Operations Managers
- EPC Contractors
- Plant Design Engineers
- Technical Consultants
- National Oil Company Professionals
- Energy Infrastructure Developers
- Government Energy Officials
- Engineering Consultants
Course Impact
Individual Impact
- Improve engineering planning skills.
- Strengthen equipment evaluation capabilities.
- Enhance infrastructure design knowledge.
- Improve procurement and specification development.
- Support strategic engineering decision-making.
Organizational Impact
- Better infrastructure planning.
- Improved equipment reliability.
- Reduced lifecycle costs.
- Enhanced project delivery.
- Increased operational efficiency.
- Stronger asset performance.
- Improved safety and regulatory compliance.
- Better investment decisions.
- Sustainable infrastructure development.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand oil and gas infrastructure planning principles.
- Evaluate infrastructure alternatives for upstream, midstream, and downstream facilities.
- Select equipment based on technical, operational, and economic requirements.
- Conduct lifecycle cost analysis for engineering assets.
- Assess equipment reliability, maintainability, and availability.
- Develop engineering specifications and procurement requirements.
- Apply risk management principles to equipment selection.
- Integrate sustainability and digital technologies into infrastructure planning.
- Apply international engineering standards throughout project development.
- Improve long-term operational performance through informed engineering decisions.
Course Outline
Module 1: Fundamentals of Oil and Gas Infrastructure Planning
Topics
- Oil and Gas Infrastructure Systems
- Project Development Lifecycle
- Infrastructure Planning Principles
- Facility Development Strategies
Practical Exercise: Assess infrastructure requirements for an integrated oil and gas development project.
Case Study: Planning infrastructure for a new petroleum production facility.
Module 2: Process Design and Facility Layout
Topics
- Process Flow Development
- Facility Layout Planning
- Equipment Arrangement
- Utility System Planning
Practical Exercise: Develop a conceptual facility layout for a processing plant.
Case Study: Optimizing plant layouts for safety and operational efficiency.
Module 3: Equipment Selection and Engineering Evaluation
Topics
- Equipment Sizing
- Selection Criteria
- Mechanical Equipment Evaluation
- Vendor Assessment
Practical Exercise: Select pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, and pressure vessels for a production facility.
Case Study: Engineering evaluation of critical process equipment.
Module 4: Pipeline and Transportation Infrastructure
Topics
- Pipeline Planning
- Pumping and Compression Systems
- Storage Facilities
- Transportation Networks
Practical Exercise: Develop a pipeline infrastructure plan for crude oil or natural gas transportation.
Case Study: Optimizing pipeline infrastructure for operational efficiency.
Module 5: Reliability, Maintainability, and Lifecycle Cost Analysis
Topics
- Reliability Engineering
- Maintainability Assessment
- Lifecycle Costing
- Asset Performance
Practical Exercise: Perform lifecycle cost analysis for competing equipment options.
Case Study: Selecting equipment based on total cost of ownership.
Module 6: Procurement, Specifications, and Contract Management
Topics
- Technical Specifications
- Procurement Planning
- Vendor Qualification
- Contract Management
Practical Exercise: Prepare technical specifications for major process equipment.
Case Study: Improving procurement outcomes through engineering specifications.
Module 7: Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance
Topics
- Engineering Risk Assessment
- HAZID and HAZOP
- Regulatory Requirements
- Quality Assurance
Practical Exercise: Conduct a risk assessment for infrastructure and equipment selection.
Case Study: Managing engineering risks during facility development.
Module 8: Digital Engineering and Sustainable Infrastructure
Topics
- Digital Engineering
- BIM and Digital Twins
- Sustainable Infrastructure Design
- Energy Efficiency
Practical Exercise: Integrate digital engineering tools into infrastructure planning.
Case Study: Improving infrastructure performance through digital technologies.
Module 9: Commissioning, Operations, and Asset Management
Topics
- Commissioning Planning
- Operational Readiness
- Asset Management
- Performance Monitoring
Practical Exercise: Develop an equipment commissioning and handover plan.
Case Study: Transitioning from project delivery to operations.
Module 10: Capstone Project and Future Infrastructure Planning
Topics
- Integrated Infrastructure Planning
- Advanced Equipment Selection
- Emerging Engineering Technologies
- Future Trends in Oil and Gas Infrastructure
Practical Exercise: Develop a comprehensive infrastructure development and equipment selection strategy for an oil and gas project, including facility planning, equipment evaluation, lifecycle cost analysis, procurement specifications, risk management, and operational readiness.
Case Study: Delivering a high-performance oil and gas facility through strategic infrastructure planning and optimized equipment selection.
Prerequisites
Course Administration and Investment
Whether you join us in a physical boardroom or through our virtual campus, we’ve designed every administrative detail for a seamless, professional experience.
Our fees are all inclusive during course hours.
- Covered: High level tuition, comprehensive materials (digital + physical), mid morning and afternoon refreshments, a full executive lunch, and any scheduled study visits or site tours.
- Not covered: Travel, visa fees, medical/travel insurance, personal expenses, and accommodation.
From registration to the classroom, we keep things clear and efficient.
- Registration: Find your preferred schedule, click “Register,” complete the form, and submit. Need help? Talk to us directly.
- Pre Course Assessment: After registering, you’ll receive a diagnostic survey to help facilitators tailor content to your needs.
- Joining Instructions: Once fees are paid, you’ll receive a Delegate Welcome Pack at least 7 days before the start date (venue maps, virtual access links, and pre reading materials).
We provide premium environments optimized for adult learning and networking.
- Physical Venues: Premium 4 star and 5 star executive boardrooms across our global host cities, with high tier catering.
- Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT): High definition, interactive platforms featuring breakout rooms, digital whiteboards, and live technical support.
- NITA and Regulatory Compliance: Administrative processes align with national training authorities.
You’ll leave with tools that extend the course value far beyond the final day.
- ForElite Learner Kit: A physical or digital course manual, proprietary templates, and a curated toolkit of industry standard SOPs.
- On Site / In App Support: Dedicated course coordinators handle technical, dietary, or logistical inquiries in real time.
We validate your commitment to excellence with internationally recognized credentials.
- Attendance Tracking: Rigorous daily logging to meet corporate and regulatory accreditation requirements.
- Verifiable Credentials: Upon successful completion, you receive a certificate of course completion.
Our relationship with you doesn’t end when the course closes.
- Feedback & ROI Reporting: Detailed post course evaluations to give sponsors clear insight into training impact.
- Alumni Network Access: Every delegate joins the ForElite Alumni Network for ongoing peer to peer learning and exclusive webinars.
When is the next intake?
UpdatedWe offer customized training solutions tailored to your organization's specific needs (location, dates, content and team size).
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Training Methodology
We turn knowledge into results. Using our P.E.A.K. Framework (Prepare, Engage, Apply, Know), every participant leaves with practical skills they can use immediately.
Proven Impact
In the last 12 months, over 1,200 professionals have applied the P.E.A.K. Framework to reduce onboarding time by an average of 30% and accelerate project delivery across 14 industries.
The outcome: Participants don’t just learn. They gain the tools, confidence, and strategy to drive measurable impact.
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