25 - 29 Aug 2025
Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)
Hotel : Royale Chulan Kuala Lumpur
Cost : 6500 € Euro
The oil and gas industry is a cornerstone of the global economy, and refining is the critical link between raw crude oil and valuable products such as gasoline, diesel, and petrochemicals. The "Introduction to Oil & Gas Refinery Process, Design, and Operation" course is meticulously designed by Global Horizon Training Center to provide participants with a strong foundational understanding of refinery operations, core design principles, and practical applications in real-world environments.
Whether you're new to the field or work in supporting departments like marketing, logistics, or finance, this course will bridge the knowledge gap and enhance your ability to understand the refinery value chain, terminology, and operations. The course provides a holistic overview, from crude intake to product dispatch, ensuring cross-functional understanding for technical and non-technical participants alike.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the structure and functions of oil & gas refineries.
Identify key refinery processes and their interrelationships.
Gain a basic understanding of refinery design considerations.
Analyze how refinery operations impact business and product marketing.
Interpret industry terminology and process flow diagrams (PFDs).
Understand the environmental, safety, and economic considerations in refining operations.
Foster collaboration between technical and non-technical teams in oil & gas organizations.
The course uses a blend of instructional methods to ensure maximum engagement and retention, including:
Interactive lectures and multimedia presentations
Real-world case studies from global refineries
Simulation exercises on process design and optimization
Group discussions and knowledge-sharing activities
Visual aids including flow diagrams, process charts, and video walkthroughs
Daily knowledge checks and Q&A sessions
This course will equip employees from various departments with:
A unified understanding of refinery processes, enhancing interdepartmental communication.
Improved decision-making capabilities aligned with operational realities.
Reduced miscommunication between technical and non-technical teams.
Enhanced marketing and sales strategies based on refined product characteristics and production capabilities.
Support for innovation and efficiency initiatives across business units.
This course is ideal for:
Marketing, sales, and business development professionals in the oil & gas sector
Junior engineers and newly hired refinery staff
Operations and maintenance support teams
Supply chain, logistics, and procurement professionals
Corporate planners, finance analysts, and strategy teams
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) professionals seeking context on operational risks
Day 1: Overview of Oil & Gas Refining Industry
Introduction to the oil & gas value chain
Evolution of refining technology and global refining trends
Types of refineries: Simple vs. Complex
Introduction to crude oil types and properties
Product slate: Fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and by-products
Day 2: Core Refinery Processes
Atmospheric and vacuum distillation
Thermal cracking and catalytic cracking
Hydrocracking and hydrotreating
Reforming and alkylation
Desulfurization and blending operations
Day 3: Refinery Design and Equipment
Basic principles of process design in refineries
Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
Major equipment: Heat exchangers, furnaces, distillation towers, compressors
Layout considerations and integration of utility systems
Safety systems and control instrumentation
Day 4: Refinery Operation and Economics
Feedstock selection and process optimization
Production planning and scheduling
Energy management in refineries
Operational safety and environmental considerations
Economics of refining: Cost, margin, and profitability analysis
Day 5: Refining in Business Context and Emerging Trends
Marketing implications of refinery configurations
Refinery’s role in the supply chain and product availability
Case study: Linking refinery operations to marketing campaigns
Digitalization and Industry 4.0 in refining
Sustainability, emission reduction, and the future of refining