Floating Production Storage and Offloading Training

Section One: FPSO Overview

• Define Floating, Production, Storage and Offloading Vessels (FPSOs)

• Describe the basic physical structure of an FPSO

• Identify the different types of FPSOs used today

• Differentiate between the Converted Tanker FPSO and the New Build FPSO

• Differentiate between the Powered versus the Unpowered FPSO

• Identify the different types of mobile production/drilling units

• Identify the advantages and disadvantages of each type of mobile production/drilling unit

Section Two: Station Keeping on FPSOs

• Define station keeping

• Explain why station keeping is important on an FPSO

• Identify the station keeping methods for FPSOs

• Explain how anchors and chains are used as a method of station keeping

• Explain how wire ropes are used as a method of station keeping

• Explain how dynamic positioning is used as a method of station keeping

• Identify when the different methods of station keeping should be used

Section Three: Maintaining Stability on FPSOs

• Define stability

• Explain some of the basic stability terms

• Explain the importance of stability on an FPSO

• Identify the different methods of maintaining stability on an FPSO

• Explain the role of ballasting in maintaining stability

• Explain the role of loading in maintaining stability

• Explain the role of cargo loading in maintaining stability

Section Four: Use of the Turret on FPSOs

• Define turrets

• Explain how a turret is constructed

• Identify the different types of turrets used on FPSOs

• Describe the internal turret

• Describe the external turret

• Describe the rotating turret

• Describe the fixed turret

Section Five: The Production and Exportation of Oil on FPSOs

• Define Production and Offloading

• Identify the equipment used in Subsea Production Systems

• Describe Subsea Well Systems

• Explain the functions of Subsea Well Systems

• Explain the purpose of Flowlines

• Explain the purpose of Risers

• Explain the purpose of Subsea Manifold Systems

• Define Umbilicals

• Explain the purpose of Umbilicals

• Explain the purpose of Subsea Control Systems

• Explain the role of shuttle tankers in the offloading of oil

• Identify the equipment used in Export Systems

• Explain how FPSOs offload oil to shuttle tankers

• Explain the production and offloading flow strategy

• Explain how emergency shutdown is achieved

Section Six: Oil and Gas Processing Facilities on FPSOs

• Identify the oil and gas processing facilities

• Explain the process of crude separation

• Explain the purpose of the produced water system

• Identify the four functions of the gas process system

• Identify the main components of the gas process system

• Describe the gas compression process

• Describe the gas treatment process

• Describe the Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) process

• Identify the different utilities for oil and gas processing

• Describe the different utilities for oil and gas processing

Section Seven: Marine Systems on the FPSO

• Identify the marine systems on the FPSO

• Explain the marine systems on the FPSO

• Explain how the Loadmaster® software program can assist with marine operations

Section Eight: FPSO Personnel

• Explain the purpose of vessel classification

• Describe the legislation and guidelines for FPSOs

• Describe FPSO manpower skill requirements

• Explain FPSO manpower organisation

• Describe the roles and responsibilities of production operations personnel

• Describe the roles and responsibilities of marine operations personnel

• Describe the roles and responsibilities of engineering onshore support

• Describe logistical support on the FPSO

• Identify the areas where FPSOs have been used

Section Nine: Innovation and FLNG

• Describe how technology has made remote offshore gas fields viable

• Describe the design of Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) vessels

Once you have completed each section of the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the section and have a pass mark of 80%.

• Internet Access - Users will need a computer or device with a web browser and an internet connection.

• System - Runs on desktop computers and tablets. Microsoft Windows 7, 8 and 10 and MAC OS. Apple Tablets running IOS 11.

• Browser - Runs on Edge, Chrome, Firefox and Safari, no plug-ins required

• Minimum browser size - 1024x672

• Audio – Requires speaker or headphones.

• Notes - Not suitable for smartphones