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Natural Gas Measurement–Electronic Flow Measurement

Enrollment Instructions

2.3 CEUs

Endorsed by the Gas Processors Association and the Canadian School of Hydrocarbon Measurement!

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

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Covers the basics of electronic flow measurement including the installation and calibration of electronic flow devices. Provides an overview of basic electrical/electronics theory, instruction on the installation, operation, and calibration of electronic transmitters in both the classroom and practical lab exercises. Addresses the proper application of electronic flow computers including their installation, operation, and troubleshooting. The integration of electronic flow computers with SCADA applications is covered along with the various communication methods. Covers the audit trail and data integrity requirements when using electronic flow computers. Participants receive handouts and the PETEX book Basic Electronics for the Petroleum Industry.

Length: 3 days

Course Content

Participants receive instruction in:

• Basic electronics/electricity
• Electronic transmitters
• EFM utilizing multiversion transducers
• Laboratory exercises–transmitters
• Application of flow computers
• Audit trail/data integrity
• SCADA applications/communication methods

Recommended For

Gas measurement technicians, analysts, engineers, and personnel who witness or audit natural gas measurement.

Related Courses

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

Dates

• Jun 14–16, 2010 - Houston
• Nov 8–10, 2010 - Houston
• Jun 13–15, 2011 - Houston
• Nov 7–9, 2011 - Houston

Cost: $1,180