Course overview
Petrochemical Processes is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Petrochemical Processes. It covers the principles, the requirements of API, AIChE/CCPS guidelines and licensor practice, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Petrochemical Processes
- Apply the relevant requirements of API, AIChE/CCPS guidelines and licensor practice
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for process engineers, chemical engineers, operators and laboratory staff, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Petrochemical Processes fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat API, AIChE/CCPS guidelines and licensor practice require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Feb – 4 Mar 2027 | Alexandria Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 22 Mar – 2 Apr 2027 | Athens Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 2–6 Aug 2027 | Edinburgh Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 16–27 Aug 2027 | Zurich Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 27 Sep – 1 Oct 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 6–10 Feb 2028 | Amman Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 21 Feb – 3 Mar 2028 | Berlin Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 20–24 Mar 2028 | Frankfurt Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 1–12 May 2028 | Sharjah Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 14–18 Aug 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 22–26 Jan 2029 | Sharjah Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 11–22 Feb 2029 | Doha Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 5–9 Mar 2029 | Munich Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 14–25 May 2029 | Tunis Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 9–13 Jul 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 15–19 Apr 2030 | Athens Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 20–31 May 2030 | Tbilisi Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 15–19 Jul 2030 | Vienna Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 9–20 Sep 2030 | Baku Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 25–29 Nov 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
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