15PC35 Introduction to Petrochemical Engineering syllabus for PC



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Module-1 Introduction to Petrochemical Engineering 10 hours

History and Overview of petrochemical industry, Role ofPetrochemical Engineer. Major companies in India & abroad.Prospects & Future. Composition of crude oil, Physicalproperties of oil. Petroleum Materials – Native Materials,Manufactured Materials, Derived Materials.

Module-2 Origin of oil & gas 10 hours

Biogenic & Abiogenic theory,Occurrence, Migration & accumulation of oil & gas. BasicConcepts of Petroleum Geology. Rocks and fluid properties:Physical properties of oil bearing rocks, Carbonate reservoirsFracture, Anticlines etc, Type of reserves fluids.

Module-3 Petroleum Products and Test Methods 10 hours

Crude oil Analysis,Different types of fuels & their test methods (Domestic fuels,Automotive fuels, Aviation fuel, Furnace fuels, LubricatingOil and Miscellaneous Products)

Module-4 Oil & gas exploration methods 10 hours

Geological and Geophysicalmethods. Drilling: Introduction to drilling operations, Basicsof drilling, Drilling rig, Drilling equipment & its components.Oil Field development, Well completion fundamentals.

Module-5 Reservoir drives & Oil Recovery 10 hours

- Primary oil recovery,Secondary oil recovery. Enhanced oil recovery methods:Chemical, Thermal & Others Recovery of Heavy Oil & TarSand Bitumen: Oil Mining & Non Mining Methods. Productsand Product Quality.

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 24, 2023