Subsea Pipelines Engineering

Background

The course will provide a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of subsea pipeline engineering, emphasizing the critical role subsea pipelines play in offshore hydrocarbon transportation. Delegates will gain an understanding of pipeline design considerations, material selection, installation techniques, and integrity management in challenging subsea environments. The course will cover key topics such as pipeline mechanical and stress designs, and corrosion control and inspection, installation and pre-commissioning, as well as the impact of subsea environmental conditions on pipeline performance.

Participants will also be introduced to current industry standards and best practices for subsea pipeline engineering, including the latest advancements in pipeline monitoring and maintenance technologies. The course offers a broad overview of engineering challenges and solutions specific to subsea pipelines in offshore and harsh environments, making it ideally suited for engineers and technical professionals seeking to build a solid foundation in subsea pipeline systems or to complement their knowledge in offshore pipeline developments.
 

Agenda

1. Introduction
   Introducing the course and the critical role of subsea pipelines in offshore hydrocarbon transportation. Overview of course objectives and key challenges in subsea pipeline engineering.

2. Industry Standards and Best Practices
   Overview of relevant international codes, standards, and recommended practices guiding subsea pipeline engineering, construction, and maintenance.

3. Pipeline Design Considerations
   Brief description on subsea pipeline design principles including mechanical and stress design factors, pipeline routing, material selection, and design for subsea environmental conditions.

4. Impact of Subsea Environmental Conditions
   Examination of subsea conditions including temperature, pressure, seabed geotechnics, hydrodynamics, and their effects on pipeline performance and design.

5. Corrosion Control and Integrity Management
   Overview of corrosion mechanisms in subsea environments and common protection methods such as coatings, cathodic protection, and corrosion inhibitors. Introduction to pipeline integrity management and monitoring techniques.

6. Pipeline Installation Techniques
   Discussion of various subsea pipeline installation methods including S-lay, J-lay, and reel-lay techniques. Considerations for pipeline handling, welding, and offshore construction challenges.

7. Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning Procedures
   Introduction to the pre-commissioning activities such as cleaning, gauging, hydrotesting, and drying. Overview of commissioning processes to ensure pipeline readiness for service.

8. Pipeline Monitoring and Maintenance Technologies
   Overview of current and emerging technologies for subsea pipeline monitoring, including inspection tools, remote monitoring systems, and integrity assessment techniques.

9. Case Studies and Engineering Challenges (Optional)
   Presentation of practical case studies highlighting engineering challenges and solutions in subsea pipeline projects in offshore and harsh environments.

Target Group

Managers, Pipeline Engineers, Technicians, or other interested personnel from operating companies who are involved in the evaluation, design, construction, installation, and operation of subsea pipeline systems. Engineering Consultants and Contractors working in the fields of offshore engineering, pipeline design, installation, and integrity management. 

The course is also suitable for professionals seeking to broaden their understanding of subsea pipeline technologies and challenges in offshore environments.