Oil and Gas Operations: Gauging and Thiefing Tanks
Basic Tank Battery Operations Plus Tank Gauging and Thiefing Tools and Techniques
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What You Will Learn!
- Understand the basics of tank battery operation.
- Understand the proper tools required to gauge tanks.
- Understand the procedure to gauge for top level.
- Understand the procedure to gauge for interface.
- Understand the procedure to operate a thief barrel.
- Understand the procedure to conduct an oil quality spinout.
Description
Instructor Tyler W. Matthews leads the comprehensive "Oil and Gas Operations: Gauging and Thiefing Tanks" course, designed for individuals aiming to make their mark in the oil and gas industry. Without prerequisites, this entry-level course opens its doors to Oil and Gas Lease Operators, Crude Oil and Salt Water Truck Professionals, Midstream Operators, and Refinery Personnel, providing a foundational understanding crucial for anyone tasked with monitoring and reporting on tank levels, while ensuring the integrity and accountability of tank contents.
This curriculum is meticulously crafted to introduce participants to the essentials of oil and gas operations, specifically focusing on the art and science of gauging and thiefing tanks. Students will embark on a learning journey that explores the intricacies of oil and gas batteries from an upstream perspective. Key topics include the principles of separation, identifying and understanding the various components of storage tanks, discerning between oil and water tanks, and grasping the critical differences between oil, skim oil, and the concepts of BS&W (basic sediment and water) and bottoms. The course delves into the challenges of emulsions, the role and structure of gunbarrels, and equips participants with the knowledge and tools required for accurate tank gauging and thiefing.
In addition to these core subjects, the course offers bonus content that sheds light on the conceptualization of oil spinouts, further enriching the learner's comprehension of the field. Through this course, Tyler W. Matthews not only aims to impart practical skills but also to foster a deep understanding of the operational dynamics within the oil and gas industry, preparing students for successful careers in this sector.
Who Should Attend!
- Lease operators, crude oil and vacuum truck drivers, midstream operators, and refinery personnel.