Refinery Operations and Petroleum Processing
Course overview
Delegates learn how crude oil is transformed into fuels and other products through the main refining processes. The course covers distillation, conversion units such as catalytic cracking and reforming, product treating, and blending to specification. Discussion connects unit operation to product yield, quality, and refinery margin.
What you will gain
- Describe the main crude oil refining processes
- Explain distillation and conversion unit functions
- Understand product treating and blending
- Link processing choices to product yield and quality
- Interpret refinery margin and economics
- Recognise key process safety concerns in refining
Who should attend
- Refinery operators and engineers
- Product quality and blending staff
- Commercial and supply professionals
- New technical entrants
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 to 18 Sep 2026 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 | Book |
| 11 to 15 Jan 2027 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | Book |
| 10 to 14 May 2027 | Dubai | 5 Days | US$1,800 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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