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Course Description

In this course, you'll learn how oil is transported from the wellsite to a centralized facility (called a battery) through a gathering system of pipelines. Develop your understanding of the components of typical batteries and the importance of proper production accounting. You'll also discover the purpose and operation of Lease Automatic Custody Transfer equipment for the delivery of processed oil to a pipeline.

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Learner Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe oilfield and battery operations, including water cleanup and disposal
  • Describe wellsite and gathering systems
  • Explain the purpose of a Lease Automatic Custody Transfer (LACT) unit
  • Describe battery operations and water disposal
  • Discuss production accounting

Notes

This program was made possible by funding from the Government of Alberta.
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Section Title
Oil Processes and Facilities - Oilfield/Battery Operations
Type
Internet Paced - Online Asynchronous
Dates
Aug 12, 2024 to Sep 15, 2024
Contact Hours
15.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $235.00
Potential Discount(s)
Required Software
Internet Access
Reading List / Textbook

Course Materials:

All required course materials are included in tuition fees.

Section Notes
Prerequisites: 
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Section Title
Oil Processes and Facilities - Oilfield/Battery Operations
Type
Internet Paced - Online Asynchronous
Dates
Nov 04, 2024 to Dec 08, 2024
Contact Hours
15.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $235.00
Potential Discount(s)
Required Software
Internet Access
Reading List / Textbook

Course Materials:

All required course materials are included in tuition fees.

Section Notes
Prerequisites: 
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Section Title
Oil Processes and Facilities - Oilfield/Battery Operations
Type
Internet Paced - Online Asynchronous
Dates
Feb 03, 2025 to Mar 09, 2025
Contact Hours
15.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $235.00
Potential Discount(s)
Required Software
Internet Access
Reading List / Textbook

Course Materials:

All required course materials are included in tuition fees.

Section Notes
Prerequisites: 
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Section Title
Oil Processes and Facilities - Oilfield/Battery Operations
Type
Internet Paced - Online Asynchronous
Dates
May 05, 2025 to Jun 08, 2025
Contact Hours
15.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $235.00
Potential Discount(s)
Required Software
Internet Access
Reading List / Textbook

Course Materials:

All required course materials are included in tuition fees.

Section Notes
Prerequisites: 
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Section Title
Oil Processes and Facilities - Oilfield/Battery Operations
Type
Internet Paced - Online Asynchronous
Dates
Aug 11, 2025 to Sep 14, 2025
Contact Hours
15.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $235.00
Required Software
Internet Access
Reading List / Textbook

Course Materials:

All required course materials are included in tuition fees.

Section Notes
Prerequisites: 
There are no prerequisites for this course.
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