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Mass Measurement of Hydrocarbon Fluids

Enrollment Instructions

3.3 CEUs

Endorsed by the Gas Processors Association!

This course may assist in meeting requirements for DOT Operator Certification.

Download a brochure for our Light Hydrocarbon Measurement Course (PDF–1.1 MB).

Teaches the theory of, and installation, operation, and proving practices of mass measurement of hydrocarbon fluids, including natural gas liquids and other liquids. Practices include both static and dynamic custody transfer operation. Provides hands-on instruction of pycnometer calibration and proving, as well as meter calibration and proving. The proper procedures are demonstrated while emphasizing safe practices. Participants receive handouts.

Length: 4 1/2 days

Course Content

Participants receive instruction in:

• Fundamentals of measurement
• Static measurement
• Dynamic measurement
• Prover certification (pycnometers/density meter provers)
• Prover certification (flow meter provers)
• System performance verification
• Sampling and analysis (quality)
• Calculations
• Classroom exercise

Recommended For

Measurement technicians and engineers with one to five years’ experience; and those personnel who witness or audit measurement.

Related Courses

• Advanced Petroleum Measurement
• Basic Petroleum Measurement
• Field Handling and Plant Processing of Natural Gas
• Natural Gas Measurement–Design/Application/Inspection
• Natural Gas Measurement–Electronic Flow Measurement
• Natural Gas Measurement–Fundamentals
• Natural Gas Measurement–Sampling and Analysis (Quality)

Dates

• Apr 26–30, 2010 - Houston
• Oct 25–29, 2010 - Houston
• Apr 25–29, 2011 - Houston
• Oct 3–7, 2011 - Houston

Cost: $1,800