Course Details

Objective

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

• Understand the principles and processes involved in ammonia production.
• Gain knowledge of the Haber-Bosch process and its operational requirements.
• Learn about the main components of an ammonia production plant.
• Understand the importance of safety, troubleshooting, and maintenance in ammonia plant operations.
• Become familiar with environmental considerations and regulatory compliance related to ammonia production.

Content

Day 1: Introduction to Ammonia Production

• Overview of ammonia production and its industrial significance
• The role of ammonia in agriculture, industry, and manufacturing
• Basic chemistry of ammonia production
• Overview of ammonia plant components and layout

Day 2: The Haber-Bosch Process

• Principles of the Haber-Bosch process
• Reactor design and operation
• The role of catalysts and temperature/pressure control
• Energy requirements and optimization

Day 3: Key Components of an Ammonia Plant

• Compressor systems and their role
• Heat exchangers and refrigeration systems
• Steam generation and power supply
• Separation and purification processes (e.g., nitrogen, hydrogen, and ammonia synthesis)

Day 4: Plant Operations, Control, and Monitoring

• Monitoring and controlling ammonia production parameters
• Instrumentation and automation systems
• Troubleshooting common operational issues
• Process optimization and efficiency improvement

Day 5: Safety, Maintenance, and Environmental Considerations

• Safety protocols and hazard identification in ammonia plants
• Preventive maintenance and reliability of equipment
• Environmental considerations: emissions, waste management, and compliance with regulations
• Emergency response and accident prevention in ammonia production

NOTE:

Pre-& Post Tests will be conducted.

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

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 own questions and to share in the development of the right answers using your own analysis and experiences.  Tests of multiple-choice type will be made available on daily basis 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