Course Details

Objective

By the end of the course, participants will be able to understand

• Understand the fundamental principles of offshore platform design.
• Learn about the different types of offshore platforms (fixed, floating, and jack-up platforms).
• Understand the loads and environmental conditions affecting offshore structures.
• Gain knowledge of the materials and construction methods used in offshore platform design.
• Learn about safety, regulations, and standards for offshore platforms.

Content

Day 1: Introduction to Offshore Platforms

• Overview of offshore platforms and their role in the oil, gas, and renewable energy industries
• Types of offshore platforms: Fixed, floating, and jack-up platforms
• Key design considerations and challenges in offshore platform construction
• Safety and regulatory requirements for offshore structures

Day 2: Structural Design Principles for Offshore Platforms

• Basic structural design concepts for offshore platforms
• Load analysis: Dead loads, live loads, environmental loads (wind, waves, seismic, etc.)
• Structural integrity: Materials, strength, and fatigue analysis
• Introduction to design codes and standards (API, ISO, DNV, etc.)

Day 3: Environmental Considerations and Load Analysis

• Environmental forces acting on offshore platforms: Waves, wind, tides, and currents
• Load distribution and structural response to dynamic forces
• Structural stability and buoyancy analysis for floating platforms
• Seismic considerations and safety factor application

Day 4: Materials and Construction Techniques for Offshore Platforms

• Materials used in offshore platform construction: Steel, concrete, composites
• Corrosion protection and maintenance strategies for offshore structures
• Construction methods: Platform fabrication, installation, and offshore welding techniques
• Foundation design for fixed offshore platforms (pile foundations, jacket structures)

Day 5: Offshore Platform Safety, Maintenance, and Future Trends

• Health, safety, and environmental regulations for offshore platforms
• Risk management and safety systems (fire suppression, evacuation plans)
• Inspection, monitoring, and maintenance of offshore platforms
• Future trends in offshore platform design: Renewable energy platforms, automation, and new materials

NOTE:

Pre-& Post Tests will be conducted.

Case Studies, Group Exercises, Group Discussions, Last Day reviews, and assessments will be carried out.

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Methodology

A highly interactive combination of lectures and discussion sessions will be managed to maximize the amount and quality of information and knowledge transfer. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. You will also be encouraged to raise your questions and to share in the development of the right answers using your analysis and experiences.  Tests of the multiple-choice type will be made available daily to examine the effectiveness of delivering the course.

Very useful Course Materials will be given.

• 30% Lectures
• 30% Workshops and work presentation
• 20% Group Work& Practical Exercises
• 20% Videos& General Discussions