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Training Catalogue 2013- Brochure

ADVANCINGCHEMICALENGINEERINGWORLDWIDETraining catalogue 2013Courses 1 www.icheme.org/coursesIn-company trainingIf you think that several of your colleagues could benefit from the same course, why not speak to us about running it in-house? An in-house course will guarantee the programme addresses your own operational processes, whilst generally being a more cost effective option.Contact courses@icheme.org to discuss your requirements and request a quotation.e-learningIChemE also offers a range of online courses which offer a flexible way to develop new skills at a time and place that suits you. See pages 36–37 or visit www.icheme.org/elearning for details.We feel you will find this catalogue invaluable when planning your training requirements for the coming year and find a successful course to further develop yourself.How to bookContact the relevant course organiser to reserve your place. For courses run by IChemE, use the booking form at the back of the catalogue or book online at www.icheme.org/courses Email: courses@icheme.orgTel: +44 (0)1788 578214Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833IChemE provides products and services tailored to support the career-long development of chemical, process and related professionals. We constantly strive to meet industry needs and all our courses reflect this.The comprehensive programme of quality assured training courses for 2013 includes over 50 courses which take place across the UK and internationally.The range of subject areas include: safety, process automation and control, project management and process. With courses on HAZOP to alarm management, explosion hazards to energy savings, pressure relief to project management, you can be sure to find a course that meets your development needs.For detailed information on the courses featured in the catalogue, including programme outlines and testimonials from past attendees, visit www.icheme.org/courses. If you have any specific questions contact the relevant course organiser.Welcome to IChemE’s training catalogue 2013A one-day, customised programme with specific objectives to enhance the safety assurance of the business by:¦¦ developing the board’s understanding of the principles of process safety management, of human factors and how the safety culture affects performance¦¦ ensuring board awareness of the process safety hazards of the business and of their role in managing these hazards¦¦ methods used to inform the board of the status of process safety across the company¦¦ exploring how the board’s commitment to process safety is understood throughout the company and by the contractors employed in its operationsTo find out more or register your interest tel: +44 (0)1788 534431, email: courses@icheme.orgProcess Safety and the Board: an Executive Programme in Process Safety ManagementReview your understanding of process safety management to keep operations safe and meet your obligations for the direction of the organisationCourses www.icheme.org/courses 2Contents AAlarm Management .............................. 6Area Classification ................................. 6BBetter by Design – Sustainable Business and Chemical Engineering ................... 7CCarbon Footprinting ............................... 7Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers – Australia .............................. 8Chemical Engineering for Other Engineers 9Chemical Engineering for Scientists ......... 9Chemical Plant Commissioning ............. 10Communication and Presentation Skills for Engineers ...................................... 11Contracts ....................................... 28, 35Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors ................................. 12Control, Operation and Design of Reciprocating Gas Compressors ............ 13Creativity for Chemical Engineers ........... 14DDesign and Operation of FPSOs ............. 15Design and Operation of Piping Systems 15Ee-learning ........................................... 36Engineering Project Management .......... 16Engineering Procurement ..................... 16Essentials of Pressure Systems ............... 17Explosion Science ................................ 17 FForms of Contract ........................... 28, 35Fundamentals of Process Safety ............. 18Fundamentals of Process Safety Management ....................................... 19Fundamentals of Process Safety – including Food Processing Modules ........ 20Fundamentals of Process Safety (Nuclear) ............................................ 21GGas Explosion Hazards on Offshore and Onshore Facilities .......................... 22HHazard Study Awareness ...................... 23HAZOP – Applied Hazard and Operability Study ................................. 23HAZOP Study for the Offshore Oil and Gas Industry ........................................ 24HAZOP Study for Team Leaders and Team Members ................................... 25HAZOP Study, Leadership and Management ....................................... 26Human Factors in Health and Safety ....... 27IIChemE Forms of Contract ..................... 28Introduction to Process Safety................ 28Interpersonal Skills ......................... 11, 30LLayer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) ....... 29MManaging Deterioration of Plant Equipment .......................................... 30NNew to Management ............................ 30PParticle Technology – The Science of Powder Handling and Processing ....... 31Practical Aspects of Process Control and Instrumentation ................................... 31Practical Distillation Technology ............ 32Pressure Relief – A Proven Approach ..... 32Production, Process and Emergency Systems on Oil and Gas Installations ....... 33Project Engineering .............................. 33SSIL Determination and Hazard Assessment ........................................ 34SIL Determination IEC 61508/61511 ....... 34Soft skills .................................. 11, 14, 30 WWhat Every Engineer Should Know About Contracts .................................. 35Courses 3 www.icheme.org/coursesCourse schedule Date Course title Location Page January16–17 Human Factors in Health and Safety – Organisational Issues Schiphol, The Netherlands 27 22–24 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors London, UK 12 29 Hazard Study Awareness Manchester, UK 23February4–5 Control, Operation and Design of Reciprocating Gas Compressors Houston, USA 135–6 Essentials of Pressure Systems York, UK 176–7 Human Factors in Health and Safety – An Introduction to Human Factors Perth, Australia 276–8 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Houston, USA 1213–15 Design and Operation of FPSOs Aberdeen, UK 1518–20 Production, Process and Emergency Systems on Oil and Gas Installations Aberdeen, UK 3319–21 Particle Technology – The Science of Powder Handling and Processing Melbourne, Australia 31 25–26 Control, Operation and Design of Reciprocating Gas Compressors Brisbane, Australia 1326–28 Alarm Management Manchester, UK 626–28 HAZOP Study for Team Leaders and Team Members Brisbane, Australia 2527 Feb–1 Mar Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Brisbane, Australia 12March4–6 Practical Aspects of Process Control and Instrumentation Aberdeen, UK 315–6 SIL Determination IEC 61508/61511 Cheshire, UK 345–7 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Perth, Australia 126–8 Production, Process and Emergency Systems on Oil and Gas Installations Darwin, Australia 3312–13 Design and Operation of Piping Systems Edinburgh, UK 1512–13 Explosion Science Skelmersdale, UK 1713–15 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Aberdeen, UK 1218–20 Production, Process and Emergency Systems on Oil and Gas Installations Perth, Australia 3318–22 Fundamentals of Process Safety – including Food Processing Modules Hamilton, New Zealand 2018–22 Chemical Engineering for Scientists Shipley, UK 919–21 Pressure Relief – A Proven Approach Bristol, UK 3219–22 HAZOP Study for the Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Aberdeen, UK 24April8–9 Control, Operation and Design of Reciprocating Gas Compressors Calgary, Canada 138–12 Fundamentals of Process Safety Perth, Australia 189–10 Communication and Presentation Skills for Engineers Rugby, UK 119–10 Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) New Plymouth, 29 New Zealand 10–12 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Calgary, Canada 1216–17 Managing Deterioration of Plant Equipment York, UK 3016–18 HAZOP Study, Leadership and Management London, UK 2617–18 Area Classification Edinburgh, UK 617–19 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Aberdeen, UK 1224–25 Introduction to Process Safety Manchester, UK 2830 Better by Design – Sustainable Business and Chemical Engineering London, UK 7May1–2 What Every Engineer Should Know About Contracts Rugby, UK 356–10 Fundamentals of Process Safety Management Boksburg, South Africa 198–10 Production, Process and Emergency Systems on Oil and Gas Installations Aberdeen, UK 3314–15 Explosion Science Skelmersdale, UK 1714–15 Introduction to Process Safety Brisbane, Australia 2814–16 Practical Aspects of Process Control and Instrumentation Calgary, Canada 3120–24 SIL Determination and Hazard Assessment Cheshire, UK 3421–22 Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) Manchester, UK 2922–23 Human Factors in Health and Safety – Human Factors and Design Edinburgh, UK 2729–30 Human Factors in Health and Safety – Human Reliability and Failure Perth, Australia 27Courses www.icheme.org/courses 4Date Course title Location Page June5 Creativity for Chemical Engineers Rugby, UK 1410–12 HAZOP – Applied Hazard and Operability Study Manchester, UK 2311–12 Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) Perth, Australia 2911–13 Pressure Relief – A Proven Approach Liverpool, UK 3212–13 SIL Determination IEC 61508/61511 Edinburgh, UK 3412–14 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Aberdeen, UK 1213 Hazard Study Awareness Aberdeen, UK 2317–21 Fundamentals of Process Safety Aberdeen, UK 1818–20 HAZOP Study for Team Leaders and Team Members Melbourne, Australia 2519–20 IChemE Forms of Contract London, UK 2824–25 Control, Operation and Design of Reciprocating Gas Compressors Houston, USA 1326–27 Carbon Footprinting Manchester, UK 726–28 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Houston, USA 12July3–5 Chemical Plant Commissioning Leeds, UK 1015–17 Chemical Engineering for Non–Chemical Engineers Brisbane, Australia 823–25 Practical Aspects of Process Control and Instrumentation Houston, USA 31August5–7 Project Engineering Melbourne, Australia 33September4–5 Control, Operation and Design of Reciprocating Gas Compressors Aberdeen, UK 134–5 Human Factors in Health and Safety – Organisational Issues Perth, Australia 274–5 SIL Determination IEC 61508/61511 York, UK 349–10 Control, Operation and Design of Reciprocating Gas Compressors Calgary, Canada 139–11 HAZOP Study, Leadership and Management Rugby, UK 2610–11 Essentials of Pressure Systems Edinburgh, UK 1710–12 HAZOP Study for Team Leaders and Team Members Perth, Australia 2511–13 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Calgary, Canada 1217–18 Explosion Science Skelmersdale, UK 1717–19 Pressure Relief – A Proven Approach York, UK 3218–19 Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) Manchester, UK 2923–24 Control, Operation and Design of Reciprocating Gas Compressors Perth, Australia 1323–25 Production, Process and Emergency Systems on Oil and Gas Installations Aberdeen, UK 3324–25 Gas Explosion Hazards on Offshore and Onshore Facilities Grimsby, UK 2225 Engineering Procurement Rugby, UK 1625–27 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Perth, Australia 1226–27 Gas Explosion Hazards on Offshore and Onshore Facilities London, UK 2230 Sept–2 Oct Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Adelaide, Australia 12October2–4 Alarm Management Edinburgh, UK 67–9 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Darwin, Australia 127–9 Practical Distillation Technology London, UK 327–11 Chemical Engineering for Scientists Shipley, UK 98–9 Communication and Presentation Skills for Engineers Rugby, UK 119–11 Design and Operation of FPSOs Perth, Australia 1514–18 Fundamentals of Process Safety Brisbane, Australia 1814–18 Fundamentals of Process Safety Grimsby, UK 1815–16 Area Classification Manchester, UK 615–16 What Every Engineer Should Know About Contracts London, UK 3515–17 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Aberdeen, UK 1217–18 New to Management London, UK 3521–23 Engineering Project Management Manchester, UK 1622–23 Design and Operation of Piping Systems York, UK 1526–28 Project Engineering Perth, Australia 3328–29 Control, Operation and Design of Reciprocating Gas Compressors Melbourne, Australia 1330 Oct–1 Nov Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Melbourne, Australia 12Courses 5 www.icheme.org/courses Date Course title Location Page November4–8 Fundamentals of Process Safety Management Boksburg, South Africa 194–8 Fundamentals of Process Safety (Nuclear) Preston, UK 215–9 Pressure Relief – A Proven Approach Edinburgh, UK 326–8 Production, Process and Emergency Systems on Oil and Gas Installations Perth, Australia 337 Hazard Study Awareness Grimsby, UK 2311–12 Chemical Engineering for Non–Chemical Engineers Melbourne, Australia 811–13 Practical Aspects of Process Control and Instrumentation Aberdeen, UK 3111–15 SIL Determination and Hazard Assessment Edinburgh, UK 3412–14 Chemical Engineering for Other Engineers Shipley, UK 912–15 HAZOP Study for Team Leaders and Team Members Manchester, UK 2518–20 HAZOP Study, Leadership and Management London, UK 2625–27 Design and Operation of FPSOs Aberdeen, UK 1526 Better by Design – Sustainable Business and Chemical Engineering Redcar, UK 726–27 Explosion Science Skelmersdale, UK 1726–27 Managing Deterioration of Plant Equipment Edinburgh, UK 3027–29 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Houston, USA 1227–28 SIL Determination IEC 61508/61511 Edinburgh, UK 34December2–3 Control, Operation and Design of Reciprocating Gas Compressors Calgary, Canada 132–4 Production, Process and Emergency Systems on Oil and Gas Installations Aberdeen, UK 334–6 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Calgary, Canada 129–11 Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas Compressors Aberdeen, UK 12February 20145–6 Human Factors in Health and Safety – Human Factors and Design Perth, Australia 27 ¦ Books¦ Journals¦ Loss Prevention Bulletin¦ ‘Tough Talks’ Process Safety Toolkit¦ Forms of Contract¦ AnimationsSupport your training with IChemE publicationsFor more information visit www.icheme.org/shop – download the publications catalogue or request a copy from sales@icheme.org or tel: +44 (0)1788 534470Courses www.icheme.org/courses 6Alarm ManagementA practical training course in the application of good alarm management practice to the requirements of EEMUA 191. Key topicsOn completion of this course participants will be able to:¦¦ understand why their alarm system should be managed¦¦ have a good awareness of EEMUA 191 and its core principles¦¦ develop an alarm system management strategy¦¦ develop an alarm design strategy¦¦ better understand effective alarm usage and how to configure alarms¦¦ have an understanding of how to measure and what tools are available¦¦ understand what is required to run an alarm rationalisation project¦¦ identify nuisance alarms and assemble a toolkit that helps reduce themWho will benefitAnyone involved in the specification, design, operation and maintenance of control systems or anyone who has an interest in improving their current alarm system.Course directorsTony Atkinson and Peter Bruce, ABB ConsultingDates Location26–28 February 2013 Manchester, UK2–4 October 2013 Edinburgh, UKFees IChemE member – £1525.00 + VATNon member – £1650.00 + VATContactJackie Kendall, ABB Consulting, UKTel: +44 (0)1642 372121, Fax: +44 (0)1642 372296Email: jackie.kendall@gb.abb.comwww.abb.com Area ClassificationThe classification of hazardous areas is an integral part of the overall risk assessment process required under the Dangerous Substances Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR). Its purpose is to define the extent, frequency and duration of any occurrence of an explosive atmosphere (the zone). The zone in turn defines the requirements for the selection of equipment and protective systems so as to prevent sources of ignition. Compliance with the DSEAR regulations is mandatory for any operator handling dangerous substances. Key topics¦¦ introduction to the risk assessment requirements under DSEAR (2002), in particular the requirements for area classification and selection of equipment to avoid ignition sources¦¦ the flammability of gases, vapours and dusts and how they relate to area classification¦¦ introduction to BSEN60079-10, the British Standard for area classification relating to gases and vapours and BSEN61241-10, the British Standard for area classification relating to dustsWho will benefitRecent graduates and experienced staff with operations, process, engineering and safety responsibilities.Course directorMike Ellis, ABB Consulting Dates Location17–18 April 2013 Edinburgh, UK15–16 October 2013 Manchester, UKFees IChemE member – £1050.00 + VATNon-member – £1130.00 + VATContactJackie Kendall, ABB Consulting, UKTel: +44 (0)1642 372121, Fax: +44 (0)1642 372296Email: jackie.kendall@gb.abb.comwww.abb.comCourses 7 www.icheme.org/coursesBetter by Design – Sustainable Business and Chemical EngineeringA facilitated workshop for businesses within the chemistry-using industries, providing practical guidance on incorporating sustainable thinking and practices into new and existing business processes. By incorporating sustainable design into your innovation processes, your business will be better able to ensure future profitable growth and strategic portfolio development. It will also enhance your reputation with stakeholders and facilitate long term survival. Key topicsThe workshop will be structured around a series of interactive sessions based on a detailed case study. It will introduce:¦¦ the drivers, opportunities and benefits relating to sustainability thinking and practices¦¦ how innovative sustainable design can be applied to your business through a clear staged process¦¦ key tools such as ‘CCaLC’, a free-to-use Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) package¦¦ further resources, in particular the Sustainable Design Guide workbook that comes with the course¦¦ inspirational examples of successful sustainability practice and innovationWho will benefitInfluencers of product specification and design, eg executives, managers, engineers. Those looking to understand and use life cycle thinking, LCA and sustainable design tools.Course directorsBen Peace, C-Tech Innovation and Mike Pitts, Chemistry InnovationDates Location30 April 2013 London, UK26 November 2013 Redcar, UKFeesIChemE member – £250.00 + VATNon-member – £350.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/susguide Carbon FootprintingThis hands-on course presents revolutionary techniques used to estimate the carbon footprints of products, processes and technologies. Life Cycle Analysis (LCA), used to calculate the carbon footprint along supply chains, will be explained and applied in a number of practical case studies and hands-on exercises using the CCaLC carbon footprinting software tool. The differences between the ISO 14044 and PAS2050 standards will be examined, and the advantages and disadvantages of carbon labelling will be discussed.Key topicsParticipants will learn about a range of issues related to carbon footprinting, including:¦¦ the requirements of the LCA and carbon footprinting standards ISO 14044 and PAS2050¦¦ how to estimate a carbon footprint for business-to business and business-to-consumer communication¦¦ how to identify and reduce carbon ‘hot spots’ along supply chains. Courses www.icheme.org/courses 8Who will benefit This course is aimed at corporate and other organisations, and could, in particular, be useful for:¦¦ environmental and sustainable development managers¦¦ technical and operations managers¦¦ communications and marketing managers¦¦ R & D managers ¦¦ estates and business development managers¦¦ any other professionals who wish to update their knowledge on carbon footprint-related issues Course director Professor Adisa Azapagic, FIChemE FRSC FRSADates 26–27 June 2013 Location Manchester, UKFees IChemE member – £700.00 + VATNon-member – £800.00 + VATContact Courses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/carbonChemical Engineering for Non–Chemical Engineers – AustraliaThis intense course is aimed at engineers and scientists working in the chemical and process industries, at government agencies who work in close collaboration with chemical engineers, and at companies who employ chemical and process engineers. It offers an introduction to some of the main subject areas involved in chemical engineering disciplines and will broaden the technology base of participants with a view to promoting improved communication with chemical engineers.Key topics¦¦ what is chemical engineering¦¦ material and energy balances¦¦ fluid flow ¦¦ process heat transfer ¦¦ reactor design¦¦ basic mass transfer and mass transfer operations ¦¦ process safety and HAZOPWho will benefit ¦¦ mechanical engineers¦¦ production engineers¦¦ civil engineers¦¦ chemists¦¦ human resource managers¦¦ department managers¦¦ environmental scientistsCourse director Dr David Shallcross, University of MelbourneDates Location15–17 July 2013 Brisbane, Australia11–12 November 2013 Melbourne, AustraliaFees IChemE member – $2300.00 (GST inc)Non-member – $2800.00 (GST inc)Contact Courses department, IChemE, Australia Tel: +61 (0)3 9642 4494, Fax: +61 (0)3 9642 4495Email: austcourses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/chemausCourses 9 www.icheme.org/coursesChemical Engineering for Other EngineersThis well-established course is designed for engineers working in the chemical and process industries, and provides an introduction to some of the main subject areas involved in chemical engineering that are not normally included in other engineering disciplines. It will broaden the technology base of participants with a view to promoting improved communication across engineering disciplines. It may also provide the basis for a more detailed study of chemical engineering. The course is delivered by a team of experienced chemical engineers drawn from industry and academia.Key topics¦¦ what is chemical engineering¦¦ material and energy balances¦¦ reactor design¦¦ basic mass transfer and mass transfer operations¦¦ solvent extraction¦¦ solids processing¦¦ electrostatic ignition hazards in chemical operationsWho will benefit¦¦ mechanical engineers¦¦ production engineers¦¦ control engineers¦¦ civil engineers¦¦ instrumentation engineers¦¦ electrical engineersCourse directorProfessor Philip Bailes, formerly Professor of Process Engineering, University of BradfordDates 12–14 November 2013Location Shipley, UKFeesIChemE member – £1400.00 + VATNon-member – £1500.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/chemengChemical Engineering for ScientistsThis well-established course provides chemists and other scientists working in the chemical and process industries with the opportunity to understand the basic concepts and general philosophy of chemical engineering. It aims to broaden the technology base of participants with a view to promoting improved communication with chemical engineers and may also provide the basis for a more detailed study of the subject. The course is delivered by a team of experienced chemical engineers drawn from industry and academia.Key topics¦¦ what is chemical engineering¦¦ material and energy balances¦¦ fluid flow¦¦ process heat transfer¦¦ reactor design¦¦ basic mass transfer and mass transfer operations¦¦ electrostatic ignition hazards in chemical operations¦¦ biochemical engineering¦¦ solids processingWho will benefit¦¦ chemists¦¦ physicists¦¦ biologists¦¦ pharmacists¦¦ environmental scientistsCourse directorProfessor Philip Bailes, formerly Professor of Process Engineering, University of BradfordDates 18–22 March 2013 7–11 October 2013Location Shipley, UKFeesIChemE member – £1500.00 + VATNon-member – £1600.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/chemsciCourses www.icheme.org/courses 10Chemical Plant CommissioningThis course deals with the commissioning and start-up of process plants, both large and small. It covers many different aspects including the planning and managerial aspects of major plants, and the start-up of small plants, with an emphasis on the technical problems, and dealing with the documentation associated with commissioning. Lecture materials are delivered by a number of specialists in the field, all of whom have been associated with start-ups themselves. There is substantial emphasis on tutorial exercises in both commissioning and pre-commissioning.Key topics¦¦ introduction to plant commissioning¦¦ introduction to pre-commissioning¦¦ planning: where to begin and end¦¦ risk-based commissioning and start-up¦¦ quality assurance and coping with the paperwork¦¦ commissioning instruments¦¦ diagnosing causes of mal-operation¦¦ commissioning process control systems¦¦ safety in commissioning¦¦ IPPC and environmental aspects of commissioningWho will benefit¦¦ young graduate process engineers about to take on their first major commissioning responsibility¦¦ process engineers who want to strengthen their knowledge in commissioning in order to commission a new plantCourse directorProfessor Mike Fairweather, University of LeedsDates 3–5 July 2013Location Leeds, UKFees Available on requestContactCPD, conference and events co-ordinator, Faculty of engineering,University of Leeds, UKTel: +44 (0)113 343 2494 / 8104 Fax: +44 (0)113 343 2511Email: cpd@engineering.leeds.ac.ukwww.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/short-courses Courses 11 www.icheme.org/coursesCommunication and Presentation Skills for EngineersProfessional engineers have an obligation to possess effective soft skills, including communication and presentation skills, according to the Engineering Council’s UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UKSPEC). This is the document that lays out what’s expected of professionals who aspire to CEng status.This interactive course provides engineers working at all levels with a fundamental understanding of communication and presentation principles. It gives practical advice on the different modes of communication, and examines how to design and deliver an effective presentation. A large part of the course is devoted to developing assertiveness and confidence and overcoming presentation nerves. By the end of the course participants will feel confident in their ability to influence and communicate with colleagues and clients effectively to get the results they need.ObjectivesBy the end of the course delegates should be able to:¦¦ understand the different ways in which we communicate ¦¦ understand the importance of building rapport ¦¦ select the most effective mode of communication for a given situation¦¦ listen effectively ¦¦ understand the huge impact of body language in communication¦¦ develop effective communication strategies¦¦ communicate with increased assertiveness¦¦ structure a presentation effectively for a given time and given audience¦¦ use techniques to enhance their physical presence¦¦ improve the control of their nerves¦¦ use their voice effectively to enhance the presentation ¦¦ deal with questions more effectively¦¦ use visual aids such as PowerPoint more effectivelyWho will benefitEngineers working at all levels who want to improve their communication and presentation skills.Course directorDr Jamie Cleaver, PhD, CEng, FIChemEDates Location9–10 April 2013 Rugby, UK8–9 October 2013 Rugby, UKFeesIChemE member – £700.00 + VATNon-member – £800.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214 Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/interpersonal“Improved my self confidence in presenting” Garry Moore, BIS Industrial Services “Equipped me with many tools to tackle difficult situations. I’ll be suggesting others from my organisation to attend” Aisha Akram, Murco Petroleum LtdCourses www.icheme.org/courses 12Control and Operation of Centrifugal Gas CompressorsThis hands-on course uses dynamic simulation models to give a practical introduction to centrifugal gas compressors and their operation in process plants. The practical exercises and workshops will use dynamic simulation models of compression systems running on PCs. They will be easy to use and participants will require no prior knowledge of dynamic simulation. Key topics¦¦ compression principles¦¦ process and control description¦¦ compressor operations¦¦ mechanical design – centrifugal compressors¦¦ instrumentation and control¦¦ simple anti-surge control¦¦ recycle valve sizing¦¦ compressor protection and complex anti-surge control¦¦ compressor operations¦¦ case studiesWho will benefitEngineers with little previous knowledge of compressors who are involved in the design, control, operation or commissioning of process plants.Course directorMark Dixon, ESD Simulation TrainingLocations, dates and feesLondon, UK 22–24 January 2013 £1931.00 + VATHouston, USA 6–8 February 2013 US$2850 plus taxesBrisbane, Australia 27 February–1 March 2013 A$3115 + GSTPerth, Australia 5–7 March 2013 A$3115 + GSTAberdeen, UK 13–15 March 2013 £1931.00 + VATCalgary, Canada 10–12 April 2013 C$2850 plus taxesAberdeen, UK 17–19 April 2013 £1931.00 + VATAberdeen, UK 12–14 June 2013 £1931.00 + VATHouston, USA 26–28 June 2013 US$2850 plus taxesCalgary, Canada 11–13 September 2013 C$2850 plus taxesPerth, Australia 25–27 September 2013 A$3115 + GSTAdelaide, Australia 30 September– 2 October 2013 A$3115 + GSTDarwin, Australia 7–9 October 2013 A$3115 + GSTAberdeen, UK 15–17 October 2013 £1931.00 + VATMelbourne, Australia 30 October– 1 November 2013 A$3115 + GSTHouston, USA 27–29 November 2013 US$2850 plus taxesCalgary, Canada 4–6 December 2013 C$2850 plus taxesAberdeen, UK 9–11 December 2013 £1931.00 + VATContactEmily Wright, ESD Simulation Training, UKTel: +44 (0)1467 634934Fax: +44 (0)1467 634949Email: emily.wright@esd-simulation.comwww.esd-simulation.comCourses 13 www.icheme.org/coursesControl, Operation and Design of Reciprocating Gas Compressors This course offers delegates a comprehensive overview of the design, construction, control and operation of reciprocating compressors. The course describes the principles of operation of the compressor and how the design is adapted to a number of different configurations to meet numerous needs. A fundamental understanding of gas behaviour will be an asset but not mandatory.Key topics¦¦ compressor selection¦¦ compression process¦¦ theory of operation¦¦ compressor operation¦¦ compressor cylinder assembly¦¦ frame assemblies and compressor configurations¦¦ cooling and lubrication¦¦ capacity control¦¦ performance & design calculations¦¦ case studies and compressor applicationsWho will benefitOperations personnel of a non-mechanical background who are either supervisors or responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of reciprocating compressor installations. This includes process operators, supervisors, technicians and engineers who do not have a mechanical background. Course directorMark Dixon, ESD Simulation TrainingLocation, dates and feesHouston, USA 4–5 February 2013 US$2250 plus taxesBrisbane, Australia 25–26 February 2013 A$2283 + GSTCalgary, Canada 8–9 April 2013 C$2250 plus taxesHouston, USA 24–25 June 2013 US$2250 plus taxesAberdeen, UK 4–5 September 2013 £1491.00 + VATCalgary, Canada 9–10 September 2013 C$2250 plus taxesPerth, Australia 23–24 September 2013 A$2283 + GSTMelbourne, Australia 28–29 October 2013 A$2283 + GSTCalgary, Canada 2–3 December 2013 C$2250 plus taxesContactEmily Wright, ESD Simulation Training, UKTel: +44 (0)1467 634934, Fax: +44 (0)1467 634949Email: emily.wright@esd-simulation.comwww.esd-simulation.comAn international line-up of high-profile speakers will be leading proceedings for IChemE’s second Hazards Asia Pacific process safety conference in Malaysia in April 2013. Programme highlights include keynote presentations from:John Bresland, former chair and member, Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board, USJudith Hackitt, chair, Health and Safety Executive, UK Yang Soo Lee, senior vice president, head of safety health & environment division, SK Innovation, KRHans Volkmar Schwarz, vice president, process safety, BASF Group, DEIan Hamilton, global head of human factors, ERM, UKTo keep up to date with the latest developments register your interest at: www.icheme.org/hazardsap2013HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAPHAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAPHAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAPHAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAPHAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAP HAZARDSAPRegister your interest at: www.icheme.org/hazardsap2013 The second Hazards Asia Pacific Symposium16–18 April 2013, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaConference partners:Hazards AP call for papers Courses www.icheme.org/courses 14Creativity for Chemical EngineersMany chemical engineers do not consider their work to be creative. Much of the day-to-day work involves established methods, protocols and design codes, built on years of experience of what is most effective and safe. However, even within the constraints of these established procedures there is scope to adopt a creative approach to solving problems, and great potential benefit in doing so.This course brings the concept of creative thinking directly to the chemical engineer, aiming to equip delegates with sufficient background and techniques to improve their creative thinking in their professional lives. After an introduction to creativity in the context of chemical engineering, the course will provide an overview of the entire process of creative problem solving, addressing problem definition, and the identification and removal of blocks to creative thought. The main creative problem solving tools relevant to the discipline will be introduced including Synectics, CPS, TRIZ, and the work of de Bono. The course will complete the picture by covering the selection, implementation and evaluation of solutions.ObjectivesAt the end of the course, delegates will:¦¦ understand the role of creative thinking within the context of chemical engineering¦¦ appreciate the importance of environment and team dynamics in creative problem solving ¦¦ be able to apply criteria to help define the real problem ¦¦ be able to recognise mental blocks and initiate their removal by ‘blockbusting’ techniques ¦¦ appreciate a range of creative processes for identifying solutions to the real problem ¦¦ be introduced to the Kepner-Tregoe (KT) approach for selecting an appropriate solution¦¦ understand the process of implementing a solution effectively¦¦ be able to evaluate a solution against the criteria of effectiveness, safety and ethicsWho will benefit¦¦ junior engineers who want to gain the skills and experience required for chartered status¦¦ senior engineers who want to release the creative potential of their extensive engineering experienceCourse directorDr Jamie Cleaver, PhD, CEng, FIChemEDates Location5 June 2013 Rugby, UKFeesIChemE member – £400.00 + VATNon-member – £450.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/creativityCourses 15 www.icheme.org/coursesDesign and Operation of FPSOsThis course has been designed to provide a comprehensive study into the subject of modern floating, production, storage and off-loading facilities (FPSOs). The subject matter is presented in a manner to reflect what might be considered a standard project development path and encompasses the areas of technology, engineering, project management and legislation.Key topics¦¦ introduction to floating production systems¦¦ field development ¦¦ FPSO system ¦¦ mooring and turret design ¦¦ subsea system ¦¦ marine systemsWho will benefitA wide range of personnel whose work scope involves the specification, design, management or operation of FPSO projects.Course directorBob Hodder, ESD Simulation TrainingLocations, dates and feesAberdeen, UK 13–15 February 2013 £1931.00 + VATPerth, Australia 9–11 October 2013 A$3427 + GST Aberdeen, UK 25–27 November 2013 £1931.00 + VATContactEmily Wright, ESD Simulation Training, UKTel: +44 (0)1467 634934, Fax: +44 (0)1467 634949Email: emily.wright@esd-simulation.comwww.esd-simulation.comDesign and Operation of Piping Systems Aims to explain why it is necessary to pay attention to piping systems at all stages throughout their life cycle to prevent loss of containment and thereby maintain a license to operate. The course identifies the principles and methods of piping design together with the requirements for layout and routing, testing, commissioning and safe operation, taking into account the whole life cycle of piping systems.Key topics¦¦ code compliance¦¦ layout¦¦ routing¦¦ flexibility analysis¦¦ supporting¦¦ testing¦¦ commissioningWho will benefit¦¦ participants who require an increased awareness and understanding of the design features and the causes of piping failures and how to resolve the problems that can occur¦¦ anyone who is involved in design,construction, inspection, operation or maintenance of piping systems or who needs a design appreciation or to be aware of safer piping practicesCourse directorLaza Krstin, ABB ConsultingDates Location12–13 March 2013 Edinburgh, UK22–23 October 2013 York, UKFees IChemE member – £1250.00 + VATNon-member – £1350.00 + VATContactJackie Kendall, ABB Consulting, UKTel: +44 (0)1642 372121, Fax: +44(0)1642 372296Email: jackie.kendall@gb.abb.comwww.abb.com Courses www.icheme.org/courses 16Engineering Project Management Introduces the systems, tools and techniques that can be used to facilitate the management of engineering projects, allowing participants to take an informed view on how best to deliver, control and manage a project through to a successful conclusion.The course clearly demonstrates the range of techniques that can be used, providing a structured approach to delivery and for managing the many issues that inevitably arise throughout the project life cycle.Key topicsThe course covers how to:¦¦ establish and plan a project¦¦ define roles and responsibilities¦¦ create cost estimates, measure and control costs¦¦ measure progress¦¦ analyse and apply earned value¦¦ control, report and quantify change¦¦ identify and quantify risks¦¦ measure and manage safety¦¦ participate in partnering and alliancing arrangements¦¦ undertake procurements and apply contractsWho will benefit¦¦ engineers new to project and construction management¦¦ project managers with some years of experience¦¦ construction engineers and managers¦¦ line managersCourse directorDavid Andrews, consultantDates 21–23 October 2013Location Manchester, UKFees IChemE member – £1350.00 + VAT Non-member – £1450.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/epmEngineering ProcurementThis course covers the particular requirements of engineering procurement in terms of quality, HSE, technical specifications and intellectual property rights. Procurement is one of the core business processes, and successful procurement can be the difference between a profitable and loss making project or product. The decisions leading to successful procurement are made throughout the business, from technical specifiers to financial managers and of course procurement managers. An understanding of the core concepts and approaches will aid the adoption of processes that increase value and reduce costs, whilst also improving HSE and CSR performance. ObjectivesAt the end of the course participants will understand how to improve safety, reduce costs and increase value from suppliers through adopting appropriate procurement approaches for each category of materials and services. They will be aware of the relationships between price, cost and value, the benefits of a whole life cycle cost approach, and how suppliers segment their customer base. They will have drawn up action plans for their business based on the course content, and this information can then be shared with others and built into their business processes to improve overall commercial performance and profitability.Who will benefit¦¦ procurement managers¦¦ engineering managers¦¦ project managers¦¦ commercial managers¦¦ buyers¦¦ technical specifiers¦¦ engineers responsible for the commissioning of equipment or servicesCourse directorDr Paul A Wright, consultantDates Location25 September 2013 Rugby, UKFees IChemE member – £500.00 + VAT Non-member – £550.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/procurementCourses 17 www.icheme.org/coursesEssentials of Pressure SystemsAims to provide the fundamental understanding required for managing the integrity of pressure systems equipment, highlighting some of the problems that may be encountered and how to avoid them. The course covers design issues, significant deterioration mechanisms and failure modes that can affect the integrity of pressure equipment, and provides an overview of the UK legislative framework relating to pressure systems.Key topics¦¦ legislation¦¦ vessels and low pressure storage¦¦ piping components¦¦ valves and steam trapping¦¦ supports¦¦ quality control¦¦ pressure testing¦¦ pressure relief¦¦ deterioration mechanismsWho will benefit¦¦ participants of all backgrounds who require an overview or refresher of the essential elements of design and integrity management of pressure systems equipment¦¦ the course will be particularly beneficial to engineers and managers in design, construction, operations and maintenance rolesCourse directorLaza Krstin, ABB ConsultingDates Location5–6 February 2013 York, UK10–11 September 2013 Edinburgh, UKFees IChemE member – £1250.00 + VAT Non-member – £1350.00 + VATContactJackie Kendall, ABB Consulting, UKTel: +44 (0)1642 372121, Fax: +44(0)1642 372296Email: jackie.kendall@gb.abb.com www.abb.comExplosion ScienceProvides a comprehensive understanding of the phenomenon of explosions, what effects and consequences can be expected, and how to become compliant with the regulations in force. The course covers gas and dust explosion theory, DSEAR and ATEX regulations, ignition theory, hazardous area classification, risk assessment and protection concepts.Key topics¦¦ theory of explosions ¦¦ the ATEX user & equipment directive ¦¦ DSEAR compliance ¦¦ ignition theory ¦¦ hazardous area classification compliance of dust, gas & vapours ¦¦ overview of protection concepts (electrical and non-electrical) ¦¦ installations in potentially explosive atmospheres ¦¦ inspection and maintenance requirements ¦¦ explosion protection & mitigation ¦¦ previous accident & case studies ¦¦ anecdotal examples of how not to do it ¦¦ Structured Risk Assessment Method (SCRAM)Who will benefit¦¦ those who are responsible for industrial premises that fall under the DSEAR(UK)/ ATEX (EU) regulations¦¦ engineers who are responsible for designing new process plant and maintaining existing installations ¦¦ OEMs who are required to design equipment and process according to the ATEX directiveCourse directorDave Price, GexConDates Location12–13 March 2013 Skelmersdale, UK14–15 May 2013 Skelmersdale, UK17–18 September 2013 Skelmersdale, UK 26–27 November 2013 Skelmersdale, UKFees IChemE member – £835.00 + VAT Non-member – £925.00 + VATContactDave Price, GexCon, UKTel: +44 (0)1695 726565, Fax: +44 (0)844 056 0506Email: dave.price@gexcon.comwww.gexcon.co.uk Courses www.icheme.org/courses 18Fundamentals of Process SafetyRecent and historical incidents have highlighted the importance of having a clear understanding of the principles of process safety management throughout an organisation. This must include staff at all levels from board members through engineers and other technical staff to plant and shift managers and supervisors. This intensive course covers the fundamentals and aims to provide an understanding of the key principles of process safety and its management.ObjectivesAt the end of the course delegates should achieve the following key learning outcomes:¦¦ understand the human, environmental and business consequences of poor process safety¦¦ be aware of and understand the key factors influencing the basis for process safety¦¦ understand the hazards associated with process plant and how the risks can be controlled¦¦ understand the key process safety requirements at each stage in the life cycle of process plant from conceptual design through to operation, maintenance and modification¦¦ understand the ways in which their work depends on the knowledge and expertise of others (ie interdependency and the need for overall organisational process safety management competence)¦¦ understand their own limitations and know how to acquire further knowledge and understanding of process safety managementDelegates who pass the assessment will receive an IChemE pass certificate in the Fundamentals of Process Safety.Who will benefit¦¦ managers, supervisors, engineers and others involved in the design, operation, modification or maintenance of major hazard or other process plant, including safety personnel¦¦ young chemical engineers en route to achieving chartered status¦¦ anyone who would like to develop an understanding of process safetyCourse directorsUK: Gary Pilkington, APEX Process Safety Ltd Malaysia: Joe Eades, Ispanan Training Pte Ltd and Terry BoothAustralia: Steve Cooper, Worley ParsonsNew Zealand: Paul Fetoe, Safety Solutions LtdDates Location8–12 April 2013 Perth, Australia17–21 June 2013 Aberdeen, UKtbc Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 12–16 August 2013 New Plymouth, New Zealand 14–18 October 2013 Grimsby, UK14–18 October 2013 Brisbane, Australiatbc Miri, MalaysiaFeesIChemE member– £1500.00 + VAT / $3300.00 (GST inc) / RM4,500.00 + VAT / NZD$2,995 incl GSTNon-member– £1600.00 + VAT / $3800.00 (GST inc) / RM5,000.00 + VAT / NZD$3,201 incl GSTFor UK and Malaysian courses contactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/fpswww.icheme.org/fpsmalFor Australian and New Zealand courses contactCourses department, IChemE, AustraliaTel: +61 (0)3 9642 4494, Fax: +61 (0)3 9642 4495Email: austcourses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/fpsperthwww.icheme.org/fpsbriswww.icheme.org/fpsnzCourses 19 www.icheme.org/coursesFundamentals of Process Safety ManagementRecent and historical incidents have highlighted the importance of having a clear understanding of the principles of process safety management throughout an organisation. This must include staff at all levels from board members through engineers and other technical staff to plant and shift managers and supervisors. This intensive course covers the fundamentals and aims to provide an understanding of the key principles of process safety and its management.ObjectivesAt the end of the course delegates should achieve the following key learning outcomes:¦¦ understand the human, environmental and business consequences of poor process safety¦¦ be aware of and understand the key factors influencing the basis for process safety¦¦ understand the hazards associated with process plant and how the risks can be controlled¦¦ understand the key process safety requirements at each stage in the life cycle of process plant from conceptual design through to operation, maintenance and modification¦¦ understand the ways in which their work depends on the knowledge and expertise of others (i.e. interdependency and the need for overall organisational process safety management competence)¦¦ understand their own limitations and know how to acquire further knowledge and understanding of process safety managementDelegates who pass the assessment will receive an IChemE pass certificate in the Fundamentals of Process Safety Management.Who will benefit¦¦ managers, supervisors, engineers, safety personnel and others involved in the design, operation, modification or maintenance of major hazard or other process plant¦¦ young chemical engineers en route to achieving chartered status¦¦ anyone who would like to develop an understanding of process safetyCourse directors Rod Prior, consultant and Nigel Coni, consultantDates Location6–10 May 2013 Boksburg, South Africa 4–8 November 2013 Boksburg, South Africa Fees R12000.00Contact Rod PriorTel: +27 (0)82 554 0010, Fax: +27 (0)11 453 2156Email: r.prior@mweb.co.zawww.icheme.org/fpsm “An excellent course for understanding the fundamentals of process plant safety” Azmi Mohd Sheriff, Imperial College London“The course will be able to provide sufficient knowledge about process safety to all levels of people.” Abdullah Side, Petronas“Showed me what I know, addressed gaps and put it all together.” Karen Jacka, GL Noble DentonCourses www.icheme.org/courses 20Fundamentals of Process Safety – including Food Processing ModulesRecent incidents have highlighted the importance of having a clear understanding of the principles of process safety management throughout the organisation. This needs to include staff at all levels from board members through to engineers and other technical staff to plant and shift managers and supervisors. This intensive course covers the fundamentals and aims to provide an understanding of the key principles of process safety and its management.Key topicsAt the end of the course delegates should achieve the following key learning outcomes:¦¦ understand the consequences of poor process safety (human, environmental and business consequences) ¦¦ be aware of and understand the key factors influencing the basis for process safety¦¦ understand the hazards associated with process plant and how the risks can be controlled¦¦ understand the key process safety requirements at each stage in the life cycle of process plant from conceptual design through to operation, maintenance and modification¦¦ understand the ways in which their work depends on the knowledge and expertise of others (ie interdependency and the need for overall organisational process safety management competence)¦¦ understand their own limitations and know how to acquire further knowledge and understanding of process safety managementDelegates who pass the assessment will receive an IChemE pass certificate in the Fundamentals of Process Safety.Who will benefit¦¦ Managers, supervisors, engineers and others involved in the design, operation, modification or maintenance of major hazard or other process plants¦¦ young chemical engineers en route to achieving chartered status¦¦ anybody else, including safety personnel, who would like to develop an understanding of process safetyCourse directors Paul Feltoe and Colin Feltoe, Safety SolutionsDates Location18–22 March 2013 Hamilton, New ZealandFees:IChemE member – NZD$2,995 incl GSTNon-member – NZD$3,200 incl GSTContact:Courses department, IChemE, AustraliaTel: +61 (0)3 9642 4494, Fax: +61 (0)3 9642 4495Email: austcourses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/fopsfoodCourses 21 www.icheme.org/coursesDates Location4–8 November 2013 Preston, UKFeesIChemE member – £1500.00 + VAT Non-member – £1600.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/npsFundamentals of Process Safety (Nuclear)Recent and historical incidents have highlighted the importance of having a clear understanding of the principles of process safety management throughout an organisation.This needs to include staff at all levels from board members through engineers and other technical staff to plant and shift managers and supervisors. This intensive course covers the fundamentals of process safety, related to nuclear facilities and aims to provide an understanding of the key principles of safety.ObjectivesAt the end of the course delegates should achieve the following key learning outcomes: ¦¦ understand the hazards of the nuclear industry and how the risks can be controlled¦¦ be aware of and understand the key factors influencing the basis for process safety¦¦ understand the key process safety requirements at each stage in the life cycle of process plant from conceptual design through to operation, maintenance and modification¦¦ understand the consequences of poor process safety¦¦ understand the ways in which their work depends on the knowledge and expertise of others (ie interdependency and the need for overall organisational process safety management competence)¦¦ understand their own limitations and know how to acquire further knowledge and understanding of process safety management ¦¦ need for understanding of the safety case and how it should be the basis of decisions¦¦ importance of authority and accountabilityDelegates who pass the assessment will receive an IChemE pass certificate in the Fundamentals of Process Safety (Nuclear).Who will benefit¦¦ managers, supervisors, engineers and others involved in the design, operation, modification or maintenance of nuclear related process plant¦¦ chemical engineers and scientists en route to achieving chartered status¦¦ anybody else, including safety personnel, who would like to develop an understanding of process safety related to the nuclear industry: safety case authors; internal inspectors; safety analysts and regulatorsCourse directorBob Skelton, Cambridge UniversityCourses www.icheme.org/courses 22Gas Explosion Hazards on Offshore and Onshore FacilitiesThis course will address all aspects of hazards associated with vapour cloud explosions (VCEs): ignition processes, release and dispersion, explosion mechanisms, blast loads and modeling of all these aspects.ObjectivesAt the end of the course, delegates should achieve the following key learning outcomes:¦¦ understand the basics and important parameters governing vapour cloud explosions (VCEs) ¦¦ be aware of offshore release and accident statistics and some important offshore accidents ¦¦ understand the accident chain of events and the important parameters affecting the gas release and dispersion ¦¦ understand the various preventive measures to reduce the occurrence of accidents and the various mitigation and control techniques to reduce gas explosion consequences ¦¦ learn the various explosion modelling techniques that may be applied and understand the importance of using advance 3D modelling for gas explosion analyses ¦¦ learn the various gas explosion analyses methodologies and when they may be applied ¦¦ understand how gas explosion loads can be integrated with the responses of structures Who will benefit¦¦ safety engineers, managers, supervisors, and other personnel involved in the design, operation or modification of an offshore oil and gas facility (platforms, FPSOs, etc) ¦¦ accident investigators ¦¦ anyone who would like to develop an understanding of gas explosion safety Course directorKees van Wingerden, GexCon AS Dave Price, GexCon, UK Ronan Abiven, GexCon ConsultingDates Location24–25 September 2013 Grimsby, UK26–27 September 2013 London, UKFees IChemE member – £1000.00 + VATNon-member – £1100.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/gaslon www.icheme.org/gasgrmCourses 23 www.icheme.org/coursesHAZOP – Applied Hazard and Operability StudyThis course provides understanding of the common causes of incidents and how a HAZOP study enables the recognition of such causes and leads to their elimination from the design or process. It includes simulation of a HAZOP study meeting, as well as substantial exercises and case studies to illustrate the HAZOP technique and ensure understanding of the procedure. Key topics¦¦ understanding the HAZOP methodology and terminology¦¦ how and why HAZOP works¦¦ understand how to follow the HAZOP procedure¦¦ understand the roles of individuals within the HAZOP team¦¦ learn how to challenge the expertise of other members of the HAZOP team, and to have your own expertise challenged¦¦ learn to interpret a HAZOP record and understand why a recommendation was madeWho will benefitThis course is suitable for all personnel who are to take part in HAZOP study meetings, or are expected to interpret and implement the findings of a HAZOP study. Both junior and experienced personnel will benefit. Course director, UKSteve Witty, Jenbul Associates, UKCourse director, AustraliaSteve Witty, Jenbul Associates, UKDates Location 10–12 June 2013 Manchester, UK tbc AustraliaRegister your interest: austcourses@icheme.orgFees IChemE member – £1350.00 + VATNon-member – £1450.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/appliedhazard Hazard Study AwarenessA hazard study is a team-based exercise and the quality of the result is highly dependent on the standard of leadership and the contribution of study team members. Whilst the need for the study leader to be suitably trained and experienced is well recognised, the study will be greatly enhanced by team members who are fully aware of their role and contribution. This practical course is aimed at providing a demonstration that delegates have received suitable training, to be followed up by appropriate on-the-job experience.Key topics¦¦ the range of hazard study techniques available and how these fit into a typical project programme¦¦ key assumptions and limitations of hazard studies¦¦ the role of hazard studies in the hazard study process¦¦ problems that can arise during hazard studies and how the team can help to resolve them¦¦ related topics such as inherent safety, risk assessment, instrumented protective systems and human factorsWho will benefit¦¦ project managers/engineers¦¦ chemical and process engineers¦¦ plant supervisors/operators¦¦ chemists¦¦ SHE advisors¦¦ functional engineers, eg C/E, mechanicalCourse directorGraeme Ellis, ABB ConsultingDates Location29 January 2013 Manchester, UK13 June 2013 Aberdeen, UK 7 November 2013 Grimsby, UKFees IChemE member – £550.00 + VATNon-member – £600.00 + VATContactJackie Kendall, ABB Consulting, UKTel: +44 (0)1642 372121, Fax: +44 (0)1642 372296Email: jackie.kendall@gb.abb.comwww.abb.comCourses www.icheme.org/courses 24HAZOP Study for the Offshore Oil and Gas IndustryA course specifically tailored to meet the needs of the offshore oil and gas industry, based around well-established, integrated modules, to provide effective training in the HAZOP technique for both team leaders and team members. As well as presentations covering all the essential aspects of the method, there are workshops on HAZOPs for continuous processes, sequential operations and computer-controlled plant. The relationship between HAZOP, other hazard identification methods and hazard studies is also discussed. Participants with experience in HAZOP should consider applying as a team leader, whilst newcomers to the technique will benefit from attending as a team member.Key topics¦¦ principles and methodology of a HAZOP study and its practical application¦¦ key features which determine the effectiveness of a HAZOP study in exposing relevant hazards and operability problems¦¦ factors that control the efficient management of studies and the use of resources¦¦ the importance of pre-planning studies¦¦ the role of a detailed HAZOP study as one of a series of process hazard studies¦¦ improvement in effectiveness as team leader or team member through experience, knowledge and understanding gained from group work ¦¦ role and importance of recording in HAZOP studiesWho will benefit¦¦ experienced HAZOP team members who are moving on to team leadership¦¦ those who need to refresh and update their HAZOP experience¦¦ engineers and other technical personnel who are new to HAZOP study¦¦ those with safety and project management responsibilitiesCourse directorPhil Aspinall, Arcadis Dates Location 19–22 March 2013 Aberdeen, UKFees UK IChemE member – £1400.00 + VATNon-member – £1500.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/hazopoilCourses 25 www.icheme.org/coursesDates Locations 26–28 February Brisbane, Australia18–20 June 2013 Melbourne, Australia 10–12 September 2013 Perth, Australia12–15 November 2013 Manchester, UKFees IChemE member – £1400.00 + VAT / $3300.00 (GST inc) Non-member – £1500.00 + VAT /$3800.00 (GST inc)ContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/hazopteamCourses department, IChemE, AustraliaTel:+61 (0)3 9642 4494, Fax:+61 (0)3 9642 4495Email: austcourses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/hazopperthwww.icheme.org/hazopbriswww.icheme.org/hazopmelHAZOP Study for Team Leaders and Team MembersThis well-established, integrated course uses examples drawn from a range of operations, including the petroleum, petrochemicals, fine chemicals and pharmaceutical industries, to provide effective training in the HAZOP technique for both team leaders and team members. As well as presentations covering all the essential aspects of the method, there are workshops on HAZOPs for continuous processes, sequential operations and computer-controlled plant. The relationship between HAZOP, other hazard identification methods and hazard studies is also discussed. Participants with experience in HAZOP should consider applying as a team leader, whilst newcomers to the technique will benefit from attending as a team member.Key topics¦¦ principles and methodology of a HAZOP study and its practical application¦¦ key features which determine the effectiveness of a HAZOP study in exposing relevant hazards and operability problems¦¦ factors that control the efficient management of studies and the use of resources¦¦ the importance of pre-planning studies¦¦ the role of a detailed HAZOP study as one of a series of process hazard studies¦¦ improvement in effectiveness as team leader or team member through experience, knowledge and understanding gained from group work¦¦ role and importance of recording in HAZOP studiesWho will benefit¦¦ experienced HAZOP team members who are moving on to team leadership¦¦ those that need to refresh and update their HAZOP experience¦¦ engineers and other technical personnel who are new to HAZOP study¦¦ those with safety and project management responsibilitiesCourse director UKPhil Aspinall, ArcadisCourse director Australia Robert Jorgensen, RKEJ Pty LtdCourses www.icheme.org/courses 26HAZOP Study, Leadership and ManagementA successful HAZOP study is only possible if the study is effectively led. This course gives greater understanding of the HAZOP methodology and why it works. You will use case studies to understand the requirements of HAZOP leadership, have the opportunity to fulfil roles of leader and scribe during workshops and to practise guiding a team through the HAZOP process.Objectives/key topics¦¦ how to prepare for a HAZOP study meeting – including defining the scope of the study and choosing of the team¦¦ choosing of nodes (parts of the drawing or operation for HAZOP study)¦¦ estimating the programme requirements for the successful completion of a HAZOP study¦¦ motivating the team, and keeping them on task¦¦ avoiding common problems encountered during HAZOP study meetings¦¦ formulating the HAZOP study report¦¦ understand the team leader’s role in the implementation of recommendations and the management of the processWho will benefitThis course is suitable for personnel who are required to lead HAZOP studies. They must have experience as a team member and understand the HAZOP methodology. Experience as a HAZOP scribe would also be useful. Course directorSteve Whitty, Jenbul Associates, UKDates Location 16–18 April 2013 London, UK9–11 September 2013 Rugby, UK 18–20 November 2013 London, UKFees IChemE member – £1400.00 + VATNon-member – £1500.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/hazopstudy“Instilled confidence as well as competence. I understood that I was being informed by a seasoned expert.” James Thomson, Rolls Royce“The use of workshops was excellent as were the presentations.” William Glass, BakerRisk Europe“Maybe the best course I’ve ever followed.” Henk Deuling, Energy Research CentreCourses 27 www.icheme.org/coursesCourse directorMartin Anderson, specialist inspector, Offshore Division, UK HSEAndy Brazier, consultantJanette Edmonds, director, The Keil CentreBill Gall, consultantIan Hamilton, partner, ERMRonny Larnder, founder, The Keil CentrePaul Leach, lead trainer, Greenstreet BermanRob Miles, principal specialist inspector: human factors, UK HSEJohnny Mitchell, The Keil CentreRichard Scaife, director, The Keil CentreCharles Shoesmith, consultantJohn Wilkinson, principal human factors consultant, The Keil CentreDates Location Organisational Issues 16–17 January 2013 Schiphol, The NetherlandsAn Introduction to 6–7 February 2013, Human Factors Perth, AustraliaHuman Factors and Design 22–23 May 2013, Edinburgh, UKHuman Reliability and Failure 29–30 May 2013, Perth, AustraliaOrganisational Issues 4–5 September 2013, Perth AustraliaHuman Factors and Design 5–6 February 2014, Perth, AustraliaFees £1,150.00 + VAT per module £1,000.00 + VAT for the series of 4 modulesAUD$ 2,200 + GST AUD$ 2,000 + GST for the series of 4 modulesContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgCourses department, IChemE, AustraliaTel: +61 (0)3 9642 4494, Fax: +61 (0)3 9642 4495Email: austcourses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/humanfactors Human Factors in Health and SafetyThere is an increasing emphasis on the importance of managing ‘human factors’ to achieve improved safety and business performance in the chemical process industries. Major accidents, including those at Texas City and Buncefield have once again highlighted the importance of addressing this aspect of performance. However, many of the safety and operational professionals charged with managing human factors have no formal qualifications or training in the behavioral sciences. To help address this gap, The Keil Centre and IChemE have organised this 1-year development programme.ObjectivesThe programme builds upon the needs identified in the process industries, namely: ¦¦ content covering human factors in process safety, health and safety generally, with links to other aspects of business performance¦¦ a modular course design, with short residential events spread over time, also providing networking opportunities with likeminded professionals¦¦ consultancy skills development to help implement human factors solutionsThe modules¦¦ Module 1 – An Introduction to Human Factors ¦¦ Module 2 – Human Reliability and Failure ¦¦ Module 3 – Organisational Issues ¦¦ Module 4 – Human Factors and Design Who will benefit¦¦ internal human factors advisors/focal points¦¦ operations managers¦¦ HSE advisors and specialists¦¦ industry regulatorswho want a thorough grounding in the subject matter, access to practical research-based tools and approaches, and discussion in small groups with acknowledged industry experts.Courses www.icheme.org/courses 28IChemE Forms of ContractIChemE’s Forms of Contract are drafted as performance-based contracts for the design and construction of process plants and other output-based projects. There are two suites of contract forms: the UK forms and the international forms. This course provides a detailed examination of both suites: their approach to risk and payment, their structure, how they govern work from initial requirements through design to fully commissioned and operational plant, and party liabilities. Key topics¦¦ the structure of a contract under each suite and the differences¦¦ the conditions of contract – a detailed examination of the life of a contract¦¦ the agreement and the schedules¦¦ risk and payment mechanisms – price, cost, target cost¦¦ subcontracting¦¦ liabilities¦¦ dispute resolutionWho will benefitThose who will prepare and tender a contract using the forms or those who will manage such a contract – as a client, consultant or contractor, including: ¦¦ project and contract managers¦¦ engineers, quantity surveyors, contract administrators ¦¦ clients’, contractors’ and consultants’ personnel¦¦ graduate engineersCourse directorGordon H Bateman, consultant and chair of IChemE’s contracts drafting committeeDates 19–20 June 2013Location London, UKFees IChemE member – £900.00 + VATNon-member – £950.00 + VATContact Courses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/foccourseIntroduction to Process SafetyDeveloped primarily for those who are not in a process safety line management position but whose activities influence the process safety performance of their organisation. This can include staff engaged in corporate, R&D, commercial, HR and IT activities. The course will provide a broad understanding of the tools and problem solving techniques used in process safety. Key topicsAt the end of the course, delegates should achieve the following key learning outcomes:¦¦ understand what process safety is and the human, environmental and business consequences of poor process safety¦¦ have applied a simple model for analysing process safety incidents¦¦ have a broad understanding of process safety hazards and risks¦¦ learnt how process safety management is organised and what are the elements of a modern process safety management system¦¦ understand their role in promoting process safetyWho will benefit ¦¦ anyone involved in a role which does not have direct line responsibility for process safety¦¦ anyone who would like to develop a broad understanding of process safetyCourse directorsGary Pilkington, APEX Process Safety Ltd Steve Cooper, Worley ParsonsDates Locations24–25 April 2013 Manchester, UK 14–15 May 2013 Brisbane, AustraliaFees IChemE member - £900.00 + VAT / $1790 (GST inc)Non-member - £1000.00 + VAT / $2000 (GST inc)Contact Courses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/ipsCourses department, IChemE, AustraliaTel: +61 (0)3 9642 4494, Fax: +61 (0)3 9642 4495Email: austcourses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/itps Courses 29 www.icheme.org/coursesFees IChemE member – £1150.00 + VAT / A$1790 (GST inc)Non-member – £1250.00 + VAT / A$2000 (GST inc)ContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578124, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/lopa Courses department, IChemE, AustraliaTel: +61 (0)3 9642 4494, Fax: +61 (0)3 9642 4495Email: austcourses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/lopanzwww.icheme.org/lopaperthLayer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)LOPA is a semi-quantitative tool for analysing and assessing risk that looks at the safeguards on a process plant to see if the protection provided is adequate for known hazards. This course covers basic and more advanced methodology of LOPA and the detailed stages of its application. Participants are shown how significant scenarios are categorised and tolerable frequencies assigned for identified hazardous events. They are shown how to assign risk categories and hence determine the number of independent protection layers (IPLs) that should be in place. The specification and requirements for a protection layer to be accepted as an IPL are discussed. All the essential steps in this method are practiced in workshops, including the use of software tools in LOPA.Key topics¦¦ the basic methodology of LOPA¦¦ how to decide if a process needs a safety instrumented system (SIS)¦¦ if yes, what safety integrity level (SIL) do they need?¦¦ how to define an independent protection layer (IPL)¦¦ how to implement a process to manage these systems through the life cycle of an installation¦¦ toolbox demonstration and workshops based on simple but realistic examplesWho will benefit¦¦ production engineers¦¦ process design engineers¦¦ project engineers¦¦ process programmers and instrument control designersCourse director UKRichard Gowland, technical director, European Process Safety Centre (EPSC)Course director Australia Paul Feltoe, Safety Solutions LtdDates Locations9–10 April 2013 New Plymouth, NZ 21–22 May 2013 Manchester, UK 11–12 June 2013 Perth, Australia 18–19 September 2013 Manchester, UKCourses www.icheme.org/courses 30Managing Deterioration of Plant Equipment This course provides guidance on how to achieve safe and reliable operation of process equipment by design and beyond its design life. An effective plant integrity system delivers benefits for safety, reliability and operational performance whilst optimising maintenance and inspection costs. Implementing such a system requires proactive management of deterioration mechanisms and a ‘whole team’ approach, as equipment integrity is not solely the responsibility of the maintenance and inspection functions. The course covers the essential elements of an equipment integrity management system including legislative compliance. Key topics¦¦ integrity management¦¦ forms of corrosion¦¦ forms of deterioration¦¦ focused inspection¦¦ non-metallics¦¦ non-destructive testing¦¦ pressure testing¦¦ fitness for service¦¦ defect remediation¦¦ repair philosophy¦¦ auditing programmes¦¦ asset life plansWho will benefitAnyone who is involved in the development and implementation of integrity management strategy and procedures, particularly involving ageing plant.Course directorLaza Krstin, ABB ConsultingDates Location16–17 April 2013 York, UK 26–27 November 2013 Edinburgh, UKFeesIChemE member – £1250.00 + VATNon-member – £1350.00 + VATContactJackie Kendall, ABB ConsultingTel: +44 (0)1642 372121, Fax: +44 (0)1642 372296Email: jackie.kendall@gb.abb.comwww.abb.com New to ManagementA manager must display skills and behaviours which are very different from those required of a member of a team – and the transition needed to succeed is probably greater for someone moving into their first managerial role than it will be at any future point in their career. Unfortunately for many new managers – and their employers – the training they receive does not recognise the fundamental changes they need to make. With guidance however, most new managers can quickly understand and start to put into practice the necessary skills and behaviours. This interactive course is tailored specifically for chemical engineers moving from a hands-on, technical role to their first management position. It addresses the skills shift required when making the transition to team leader and focuses on the skills and behaviours needed to lead a team effectively.Key topics¦¦ the key shifts in behaviour and attitude that are essential in order to be a successful manager¦¦ specific skill areas: time management, effective communication, delegation, motivation, providing effective feedback, developing people¦¦ action planning – a clear individual action plan to link the course learning back to their workplaceWho will benefit¦¦ anyone currently in a first level management position¦¦ staff who lead teams but might not yet have a formal management position¦¦ staff who will shortly be promoted into a management positionCourse directorFiona Carter, CEng, MIChemE, consultant Dates 17–18 October 2013Location London, UKFees IChemE member – £900.00 + VATNon-member – £950.00 + VAT ContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/ntmCourses 31 www.icheme.org/coursesPractical Aspects of Process Control and InstrumentationThis course gives a practical introduction to the principles of measurement and control of process plant. It is a hands-on course and participants will have the opportunity to explore the set-up and tuning of control loops using simulation and other computer-based training packages.Key topics¦¦ principles of control ¦¦ measurement principles ¦¦ PID control ¦¦ control tuning ¦¦ CBT exercises ¦¦ control techniques ¦¦ computer control systems – DCS, SCADA, PLCs ¦¦ control valvesWho will benefit¦¦ young graduates who require a practical introduction to measurement and control systems on process plant ¦¦ anyone working in the process industries who would like to understand the techniques used in measurement and control and who have not had the opportunity to learn about them beforeCourse directorMark Dixon, ESD Simulation TrainingLocations, dates and feesAberdeen, UK 4–6 March 2013 £2024.00 + VATCalgary, Canada 14–16 May 2013 C$3315 plus taxesHouston, USA 23–25 July 2013 US$3315 plus taxesAberdeen, UK 11–13 November 2013 £2024.00 + VATContactEmily Wright, ESD Simulation Training, UKTel: +44 (0)1467 634934, Fax: +44 (0)1467 634949Email: emily.wright@esd-simulation.comwww.esd-simulation.comParticle Technology – The Science of Powder Handling and ProcessingDelivered by experts with many years experience in the field, participants will appreciate the practical way in which particle technology principles are put across in a relaxed atmosphere. The programme, though intensive, provides time for participants and lecturers to meet and interact. This course aims to provide participants with a broad understanding of the fundamentals of particle technology with an emphasis on basic concepts and practical problems.Key topics¦¦ challenges of powder handling and processing¦¦ characterisation of particles and powders and sampling of powders¦¦ mixing and segregation of powders¦¦ storage, flow, feeding and metering of powders¦¦ pneumatic conveying¦¦ gas-particle separation – gas cyclones and filters¦¦ fluidisation¦¦ fire and explosion hazards of fine powders¦¦ size enlargement – granulationWho will benefitThose who have recently become involved in the handling and processing of particles and powders; those who experience problems in handling and processing of particles and powders.Industries expected to benefit include pharmaceutical, food processing, chemical, oil, mineral processing, metallurgical, detergent, cosmetics and related industries.Course directorMichael Griffiths, managing director, Particle & Surface Sciences, Australia Dates Locations19–21 February 2013 Melbourne, AustraliaFees IChemE member – A$3,300 inc GST Non-member – A$3,800 inc GST ContactCourses department, IChemE, AustraliaTel: +61 (0)3 9642 4494, Fax: +61 (0)3 9642 4495Email: austcourses@icheme.org www.icheme.org/pt Courses www.icheme.org/courses 32Practical Distillation TechnologyRecognised specialist Henry Kister presents this comprehensive coverage of distillation technology, with particular emphasis on the problems that can occur and how to solve them. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a working knowledge of key techniques that can promote trouble-free operation and reduce distillation cost.Key topics¦¦ trouble-shooting a distillation column and determining what may cause poor performance¦¦ evaluating existing performance and developing new designs¦¦ validating your tower simulation¦¦ how to avoid common causes of capacity bottlenecks, tray damage, down comer sealing problems, packed tower distributor malfunctions and many other operating difficulties¦¦ de-bottlenecking a column to improve capacity and/or separation¦¦ controlling and operating a distillation columnWho will benefitEngineering and supervisory personnel who are involved in operating, designing, trouble-shooting, de-bottlenecking, or start-up of distillation processes and equipment.Course directorHenry Z Kister, FIChemE, FluorDates 7–9 October 2013Location London, UKFees IChemE member – £1400.00 + VATNon-member – £1500.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/pdt Pressure Relief – A Proven ApproachPressure relief can be caused by a number of events including fire, reaction runaway, thermal expansion and process abnormality. Incorrect design of pressure relief systems continues to result in major safety and environmental incidents with resultant business consequences. Incidents can occur as a result of failure to provide relief, inadequate relief capacity, disposal system failure or incorrect design and installation. A structured approach to pressure relief design is vital to ensure protection of plant from excessive over and under pressure. This course is based on ABB’s extensive experience of design installation and maintenance of relief systems, and covers a state-of-the-art methodology, based on a life cycle approach to pressure relief. The format consists of two core days with a third specialist day.Key topics¦¦ when a relief system is required¦¦ how to determine a worst-case relief duty and calculate the required relief rate for single- and two-phase cases¦¦ the different types of relief systems and relief devices and how to size and select them¦¦ how to design a relief system¦¦ what is important in relief system design¦¦ how plant modification can affect relief systemsWho will benefitAnyone involved in the design and operation of relief systems.Course directorPeter Hunt, ABB ConsultingDates Location19–21 March 2013 Bristol, UK11–13 June 2013 Liverpool, UK17–19 September 2013 York, UK5–9 November 2013 Edinburgh, UKFees IChemE member – £1700.00 + VATNon-member – £1850.00 + VAT ContactDeborah Law, ABB Consulting, UKTel: +44 (0)1642 372029, Fax: +44 (0)1642 372296Email: deborah.law@gb.abb.comwww.abb.com Courses 33 www.icheme.org/coursesProject EngineeringThis course provides an understanding of the project lifecycle from concept, through front end design, detailed design, construction management, commissioning and finally final handover and plant start-up activities. The objective is to provide a step-by-step description and illustration of a project’s lifecycle in the chemical industry. Beginning with an introduction to the role, it then follows with life in an engineering house, proposals and contract types, greenfield projects, estimating (cost and resource) tools, planning and scheduling, cut and carve projects, construction, commissioning leading to plant start-up and operation. Key topics¦¦ plan and schedule activities and resources for a project¦¦ determine suitable contract types for different project types¦¦ construct a detailed proposal¦¦ organise teams and roles for project engineering¦¦ understand the role of the project engineer in the different stages of a project lifecycle for different project types¦¦ use tools for various project engineering tasks¦¦ understand the fundamentals required in the construction and handover of a plant¦¦ understand the fundamentals required to commission (start-up) a plantWho will benefit¦¦ all industry sectors including oil and gas, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, design and contracting and consultancy¦¦ chemical engineers who have a background in operating companies looking to understand the project industry (how the EPC contractors work)¦¦ young chemical engineers en route to achieving chartered status¦¦ chemical engineers who want to learn and understand a broader perspective and how the chemical engineer fits into the project team at different stages of the project lifecycleCourse directorJoe Eades, Ispahan Pty Ltd, Terry BoothDates Location5–7 August 2013 Melbourne, AustraliaFeesIChemE member – A$1800.00 inc GSTNon-member – A$1900.00 inc GSTContactCourse department, IChemE, AustraliaTel: +61 (0)3 9642 4494, Fax: +61 (0)3 9642 4495Email: austcourses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/projengProduction, Process and Emergency Systems on Oil and Gas InstallationsThis intensive course offers both an introduction to, and a comprehensive overview of, the production, processing and emergency systems on offshore facilities.Key topics¦¦ hydrocarbon engineering¦¦ disposals¦¦ reservoir characteristics and well fluids¦¦ reservoir drive and artificial lift¦¦ well design¦¦ oil and gas separation¦¦ produced water¦¦ gas compression and treatment¦¦ water injection¦¦ utility systems¦¦ emergency shutdown systems ¦¦ fire and gas systemsWho will benefitEngineers who have made a career move to the regulatory bodies which oversee the industry and process personnel who may be transferring to a primary production area.Course directorBob Hodder, ESD Simulation TrainingLocations, dates and feesAberdeen, UK 18–20 February 2013 £2024.00 + VATDarwin, Australia 6–8 March 2013 A$3427 + GSTPerth, Australia 18–20 March 2013 A$3427 + GSTAberdeen, UK 8–10 May 2013 £2024.00 + VATAberdeen, UK 23–25 September 2013 £2024.00 + VATPerth, Australia 6–8 November 2013 A$3427 + GSTAberdeen, UK 2–4 December 2013 £2024.00 + VAT ContactEmily Wright, ESD Simulation Training, UKTel: +44 (0)1467 634934, Fax: +44 (0)1467 634949Email: emily.wright@esd-simulation.comwww.esd-simulation.comCourses www.icheme.org/courses 34SIL Determination and Hazard AssessmentThis course is designed for those who need to understand the causes and sequence of failure that can lead to significant hazardous events occurring, and be able to identify the key contributors to the level of risk. It discusses how to quantify hazardous event likelihood using a range of techniques, in order to assess whether the level of risk is sufficiently low and, if not, where to focus attention for cost-effective improvement. It also considers instrumented protective systems and other risk reduction measures, and assesses their actual benefit.Key topics¦¦ logical analysis using fault tree techniques for scenarios leading to hazardous events¦¦ use of data and their application to predict the likelihood of a hazardous event¦¦ development of practical hazard criteria¦¦ handling of dependent or common mode failures¦¦ basic human error assessment¦¦ applying basic hazard assessment in a variety of situations to help in making more effective decisions ¦¦ IEC 61508 and IEC 61511 – an overview of their key aspects and their importance in the assessment of risk reductionWho will benefit¦¦ process design engineers¦¦ electrical, control and instrument engineers¦¦ safety managers and advisers¦¦ works or technical managers with responsibility for managing risk¦¦ leaders of HAZOP studiesCourse directorAlan King, ABB ConsultingDates Location20–24 May 2013 Cheshire, UK11–15 November 2013 Edinburgh, UKFees IChemE member – £1990.00 + VATNon-member – £2150.00 + VATContactJackie Kendall, ABB Consulting, UKTel: +44 (0)1642 372121, Fax: +44 (0)1642 372296Email: jackie.kendall@gb.abb.comwww.abb.comSIL Determination and IEC 61508/61511This is a practical training course in the appreciation of safety integrity level (SIL) determination to the technical requirements of IEC 61508/61511. It is aimed at responsible managers, engineers and designers, and provides an introduction to the standard, the basics of risk, methodologies for SIL determination, and some of the important factors involved including common pitfalls.Key topics¦¦ introduction to the standard and its background¦¦ IEC 61508/61511 basic principles refresher¦¦ the concept and importance of SIL determination¦¦ risk and criteria¦¦ hazard identification¦¦ risk graph approach¦¦ introduction to demand trees and fault trees¦¦ equipment failure and data¦¦ human error¦¦ dependency demands¦¦ comparison of SIL determination tools ¦¦ introduction to the CASS schemeWho will benefit¦¦ process design engineers¦¦ electrical, control and instrument engineers and designers¦¦ safety managers and advisors¦¦ works or technical managers with responsibility for managing riskCourse directorAlan King, ABB ConsultingDates Location5–6 March 2013 Cheshire, UK12–13 June 2013 Edinburgh, UK4–5 September 2013 York, UK 27–28 November 2013 Edinburgh, UKFeesIChemE member – £1050.00 + VATNon-member – £1130.00 + VATContactJackie Kendall, ABB Consulting, UKTel: +44 (0)1642 372121, Fax: +44 (0)1642 372296Email: jackie.kendall@gb.abb.comwww.abb.comCourses 35 www.icheme.org/coursesWhat Every Engineer Should Know About ContractsWhen managing projects, whether large or small, a clear understanding of the law of contract is essential. Failure to understand the basics can prove very expensive. This course explains, in simple terms, what engineering contracts are all about. Suitable for engineers of all disciplines, it provides an overview of the law of contract and of tort within which engineering and construction contracts are made and operate, as well as explaining why the standard forms of contract say what they say.Key topics¦¦ the law of contract (contract formation, terms, discharge, breach) and its application to engineering and construction work¦¦ an outline of the tort of negligence¦¦ risk allocation and its links with payment¦¦ the essentials of engineering, construction and process plant contracts¦¦ dispute resolutionWho will benefit¦¦ project and contract managers¦¦ contract administrators¦¦ engineers and administrators¦¦ consultants, consulting engineers, quantity surveyors¦¦ sales and purchasing managers/personnel¦¦ general managers¦¦ graduate engineersCourse directorGordon H Bateman, consultant and chair of IChemE’s contracts drafting committeeDates Location1–2 May 2013 Rugby, UK15–16 October 2013 London, UKFees IChemE member – £900.00 + VATNon-member – £950.00 + VATContactCourses department, IChemE, UKTel: +44 (0)1788 578214, Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: courses@icheme.orgwww.icheme.org/contracts“A brilliant course. I learnt so much and would highly recommend it to any engineer.” Sarah Kirby, Helius Energy“A very insightful course in a subject that can cause engineers many difficulties.” Matthew White, Syngenta“A very informative and well-presented course. Gordon obviously knows his stuff.” Chris Stevens, McDonald Stevens AssociatesCourses www.icheme.org/courses 36e-learning – a flexible way to learn new skillsHAZOP Study Training for Team MembersFees IChemE member – £650.00 + VAT Non-member – £750.00 + VATProvides a similar level of training to the conventional courses but, because it is web-based, individuals can work through it in their workplace – or wherever they have internet access – and at a time when the training is most appropriate. It is designed for graduates from a relevant discipline, off-shore operations personnel, or those with considerable operational experience who expect to be joining a HAZOP team. The course has been created in the Moodle software system, a popular framework in higher education, including the Open University. Our web site provides an introductory course for newcomers to Moodle.Key topicsAll the essential topics needed to understand the principles and practice of HAZOP study are included within the eight modules of the course. Each module covers a particular aspect, which include: ¦¦ basics and background to HAZOP study¦¦ relationship to other hazard study methods¦¦ application to continuous and to sequential processes¦¦ recording HAZOP study¦¦ essential features of leading and management of a study¦¦ making decisions in HAZOP study¦¦ a range of examples of increasing complexityThe time required is around 12–15 hours, roughly the equivalent of a two day full-time course.To purchase e-learning courses or for more information: Visit www.icheme.org/elearning or contact the sales team:Tel: +44 (0)1788 534470Fax: +44 (0)1788 560833Email: sales@icheme.orgThe following courses can be accessed as many times as you like over a period of 12 months.They all include:¦¦ a short introductory section¦¦ descriptive texts and visual exercises¦¦ quizzes to test understanding¦¦ easy movement back and forward through the course¦¦ glossaries to explain technical aspects¦¦ book-marking for easy navigation and returnFees IChemE member – £95.00 + VATNon-member – £110.00 + VATExothermic Reaction HazardsExplains how seemingly simple changes in operating procedures, equipment design or process conditions/chemistry can lead to loss or injury of personnel, plant and product.Key topics¦¦ batch and semi-batch accident statistics¦¦ isothermal calorimetry¦¦ worst credible maloperations and the undesired reaction¦¦ worst credible maloperations and the basis of safety¦¦ desktop methods of screeningFire and ExplosionsAims to provide the skills necessary to identify and control the risk of fires and explosion hazards.Key topics¦¦ flammability of liquids and solids¦¦ flammability of gases and vapours¦¦ saturated vapour pressure¦¦ flash point¦¦ control of ignition sources for liquids and gasesCourses 37 www.icheme.org/coursesIntroduction to Fire Fighting Foam and How to Use FoamPresents guidelines on conducting the most common foam concentrate and foam system tests that can be carried out either ‘in the field’ or at a specially constructed test centre.Key topics¦¦ introduction to foam¦¦ foam sampling techniques¦¦ foam concentrates tests and foam system tests¦¦ design guides, approvals and standards¦¦ foam systems and testing¦¦ foam fire testing¦¦ interpretation of foam test resultsOccupational HealthLearn important techniques in the assessment of risk of exposure to hazardous chemicals.Key topics¦¦ how chemicals affect health¦¦ routes of entry¦¦ harmful effects¦¦ hierarchy of control¦¦ monitoring and occupational exposure limits¦¦ local exhaust ventilation¦¦ personal protective equipmentPressure and Temperature ControlLearn how to enhance the use and maintenance of important elements of the process control system.Key topics¦¦ common forms of pressure measurement and devices¦¦ pressure units of measurement¦¦ temperature units of measurement and devices¦¦ thermometers and thermocouplesRisk Assessment TechniquesExamines both the cost and consequences of risk and how it can be minimised.Key topics¦¦ regulatory requirements¦¦ quantitative risk assessment¦¦ Seveso II and US PSM standards¦¦ assessing environmental risk¦¦ qualitative risk assessment¦¦ consequence analysis¦¦ safety legislation¦¦ the blast waveSafer MaintenanceProvides training in planning, implementing and completing all types of maintenance in the safest possible manner.Key topics¦¦ legal requirements/pre-planning¦¦ testing and monitoring¦¦ use of contractors¦¦ work permit issues¦¦ isolation/decontamination¦¦ reinstallation and recommissioningSafety AuditingStructured training in the full audit process and the value of auditing – aimed at anyone preparing to conduct or participate in a formal safety audit.Key topics¦¦ key objectives¦¦ legislative criteria¦¦ management criteria¦¦ costs of accidentsSafety Management Systems Introductory training in safety management for operators, contractors, engineers and management.Key topics¦¦ policy development¦¦ self-assessment and regulation¦¦ planning and implementation¦¦ legislative requirementsStorage Tank and Bund Protection SystemsTraining in how to protect against and prevent storage tank fires.Key topics¦¦ monitors for spill fires, storage tanks and bunds¦¦ fixed foam pourer installations for cone roof storage tanks¦¦ semi-subsurface protection of cone roof storage tanks¦¦ subsurface protection of cone roof storage tanks¦¦ foam pourer protection of open top floating roof tanks¦¦ catenary system protection of open floating roof tanks¦¦ coflexip system protection of open top floating roof tanks¦¦ covered floating rook tanksCourses www.icheme.org/courses 38IChemE is a registered charity in England and Wales, and a charity registered in Scotland (SC 039661)IChemE offices in Kuala Lumpur, London, Melbourne, Rugby, Shanghai and Wellington Registration formFor courses organised by IChemEComplete this form and fax it to: +44 (0) 1788 560833. 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