Logistics of crude oil and petroleum products

Dear student,

Ever wondered how crude oil is transported from remote production wells like in Siberia or Arabian desert to refineries ? and then how commercial petroleum products like gasoline or diesel fuel are dispatched from refineries to your gas station so that you can fill up your car and go to work ?

If you're curious about that then you've come to the right place .

This course is designed to give you a comprehensive picture of the international oil logistics : from transport of crude oil to refineries, to dispatch of commercial petroleum products.

The course is organized into 2 parts :

The first part is an analysis of transport problems, particularly the transport of crude oil. We discuss : sea transport first, different types of tankers, different types of charters, costs and prices for this type of transport, the regulatory framework and operational matters. Then we consider transport by pipeline.
The second part deals with the different ways of delivering finished products from a refinery : by water, pipeline, rail or road, and the different restrictions that apply to them. Finally, we review the various controls that apply to dispatch.

This training course will highlight :

Up-to-date global statistics of oil & gas
Update you of the various methods and technologies used to transport oil, gas and their products
Essentials of international oil and gas supply, economics and transportation
Primary logistics – tanker freight costs and chartering
Supply logistics – major international pipelines, shipping routes, and choke points

By the end of this training course, you will be able to :

Gain a broad perspective of the global oil and gas business : supply and transportation
Understand logistics and supply principles and practices
Use Worldscale reference to charter a ship and to calculate the profitability

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit :

Oil & gas field personnel
Operations, maintenance and engineering trainees
Other support staff who have an interest in increasing their understanding of the oil & gas logistics
Business Development Managers, Corporate Planning Professionals and Business Analysts switching disciplines who are required to have a better understanding of this stimulating field
Energy industry journalists and reporters
Professional personnel such as legal, banking, insurance, finance dealing with oil supply and transportation

What makes me qualified to teach you :

I hold 2 chemical engineering degrees from the "Ecole Nationale Supérieur de Chimie de Paris, Chimie ParisTech" and the "Institut Français du Pétrole, IFP School", 2 of the top tier chemical engineering schools in Europe with a major in refining and petrochemicals.

For the last 10 years I have been working as a chemical engineer for an international oil company where I have taken on different technical challenges in petrochemicals manufacturing, petroleum refining, logistics, planning and business analyses.

What's next ?

If you are interested in other topics related to chemical engineering or to the oil and gas industry, and would like a training course on them, built the way this current course is, then please let me know.

So that you are aware, we are in the process of building the following courses :

Oil and Gas : History, markets, pricing, economics and petroleum products
Crude oil refining demystified
Storage of petroleum, chemicals and LPG
Overview of the petrochemical industry 1/3 : Steam cracking
Overview of the petrochemical industry 2/3 : Making polymers (..)
Distillation, absorption and stripping : Engineering basics and equipment
Heat transfer technologies : Process furnaces and heat exchangers
Rotating equipment basics 1/4 : Centrifugal pumps
Rotating equipment basics 2/4 : Positive displacement pumps
Rotating equipment basics 3/4 : Centrifugal compressors
Rotating equipment basics 4/4 : Reciprocating compressors
Valves and piping in the Oil and Gas
Fundamentals of process control used in industrial plants
Process instruments used in industrial plants
General inorganic chemistry
Organic chemistry
Essential physics
IR and NMR spectroscopies
and much more...

So with no further ado, go ahead, click the enroll button and we will see you in the first section .

Cheers,

WR Training

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What's inside

Learning objectives

Gain a broad perspective of the global oil and gas business : supply and transportation
Understand logistics and supply principles and practices

Use worldscale reference to charter a ship and to calculate the profitability
Understand how the commercial petroleum products (gasoline, diesel, fuel) are dispatched from the refineries to the market

Gain a broad perspective of the global oil and gas business : supply and transportation
Understand logistics and supply principles and practices
Use worldscale reference to charter a ship and to calculate the profitability
Understand how the commercial petroleum products (gasoline, diesel, fuel) are dispatched from the refineries to the market

Syllabus

ABOUT THE COURSE

Learning objectives

THE DIFFERENT METHODS OF TRANSPORT

Introduction to the different methods of transport

MARINE TRANSPORT

The different types of tankers

The different types of charters

The cost of marine transport

The price of marine transport

Prices and costs of marine transport

Regulations : National flag requirement

Flags of convenience

Operating aspects

Controls on loading

Administrative formalities

The reception of tankers

TRANSPORT BY PIPELINE

The constraints

The cost of transport by pipeline

COMPARING TRANSPORT COSTS

Comparing transport costs

STORAGE AND DELIVERY TO THE REFINERY

Storage and delivery to the refinery

DISPATCH OF PETROLEUM PRODUCTS

Introduction

Dispatch by pipeline

Dispatch by water

Dispatch by rail

Dispatch by road

CONTROLS AT DISPATCH

Quality

Quantities

Administrative accounting methods

Customs formalities

Bonus

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explores the global oil and gas supply chain, which is standard in the industry

Examines the different methods for transporting crude oil, petroleum products, and natural gas, which is highly relevant in the energy sector

Develops an understanding of logistics and supply principles and practices, which are core skills for professionals in the oil and gas industry

Provides insights into the use of the Worldscale reference for chartering ships and calculating profitability, which is a valuable tool in the oil and gas industry

Taught by WR Training, who have expertise in the oil and gas industry, which adds credibility to the course

Covers the dispatch of commercial petroleum products to the market, which is a key aspect of the oil and gas supply chain

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Logistics of crude oil and petroleum products - Oil and gas with these activities:

Review Worldscale reference basics

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Understanding the basics of the Worldscale reference will help you charter a ship and calculate profitability.

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Read the Worldscale reference guide.
Summarize the key concepts.
Complete a practice exercise.

Follow a tutorial on how to use tanker demand and supply overview

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Following a tutorial will help you gain a better understanding of how tanker demand and supply affects the oil and gas logistics

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Find a tutorial on the topic.
Follow the tutorial instructions.
Apply what you've learned to a real-world scenario.

Discuss the challenges and opportunities of oil and gas logistics with your classmates

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Discussing with classmates will help you get different perspectives and broaden your understanding of the topic.

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Find a group of classmates to discuss with.
Prepare for the discussion by reading about the topic.
Participate in the discussion.

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Create a poster on how oil is transported from the production well to the refinery

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Creating a poster will help you visualize the process of oil transportation, which will improve your understanding of the topic.

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Gather information on the topic.
Design the poster.
Present your poster to your classmates.

Solve practice problems on how to calculate the cost of marine transport

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Solving practice problems will help you develop the skills necessary to calculate the cost of marine transport, improving your understanding of the topic.

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Find practice problems on the topic.
Solve the practice problems.
Check your answers.

Attend a networking event related to oil and gas logistics

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Networking with professionals in the field will help you learn about the latest trends and developments, and make connections that could be beneficial for your career.

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Find a networking event to attend.
Prepare for the event by researching the companies and people who will be there.
Attend the event and network with other attendees.

Contribute to an open-source project related to oil and gas logistics

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Contributing to an open-source project will give you practical experience in the field and help you network with other professionals.

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Find an open-source project to contribute to.
Read the project documentation.
Make a contribution to the project.

Career center

Learners who complete Logistics of crude oil and petroleum products - Oil and gas will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Marine Superintendent

As Marine Superintendents are responsible for the management of cargo operations, including the maintenance of vessels, Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products may be a helpful resource in understanding all of the factors that can affect cargo operations, including the economical, legal, and logistical considerations of the transportation of petroleum products.

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Energy Consultant

Energy Consultants offer guidance and advice to companies on a range of energy-related issues. Those looking to enter the field of oil and gas energy consulting may find the course in Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products helpful, as it offers an in-depth look at the oil and gas industry, including upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.

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Energy Analyst

Energy Analysts monitor, analyze, and forecast the supply and demand of energy resources. The Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products could be useful to Energy Analysts who would like to specialize in the oil and gas industry because it offers insights into how oil and gas are transported.

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Oil and Gas Operator

Oil and Gas Operators manage the production of oil and gas, ensuring that the process is efficient, environmentally friendly, and safe. The Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products offers a wide-ranging view of the oil and gas industry, including information about how crude oil is transported and petroleum products are dispatched. This could be an informative course for those hoping to enter the oil and gas industry as an Operator.

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Financial Analyst

Financial Analysts make recommendations for investments based on an understanding of a company's financial situation. The Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products can help those looking to become Financial Analysts to understand the global oil and gas market, its supply and transportation, and its economics. This course covers a range of information that may be useful in the oil and gas industry.

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Petroleum Engineer

Petroleum Engineers use knowledge of the physical properties of oil and gas to design and carry out the extraction of these materials. Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products offers an in-depth look at the logistics of the oil and gas industry, including information about marine transport and the transport of petroleum products, which could be useful to those seeking to become Petroleum Engineers.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts use data analysis and other methods to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement in a business. Among other aspects of the oil and gas industry, the Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products delves into market pricing, economics, and transportation. Understanding these factors may be useful to a Business Analyst who wants to enter the oil or gas industry.

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Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Managers oversee and coordinate the movement of goods and materials within a company. This course in oil and gas logistics could be an excellent starting point for those hoping to become a Supply Chain Manager, as it covers the necessary principles of supply and logistics. The insights offered by this course may prove to be quite valuable to Supply Chain Managers.

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Logistics Analyst

Working in many industries, a Logistics Analyst will evaluate, plan, and organize how goods and services can be transported in the most effective way while adhering to safety regulations and policies. In order to enhance their understanding of all the factors involved in the logistical transportation of goods, Logistics Analysts may find the examination of the transport of crude oil, pipelines, and supply systems provided by Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products especially helpful.

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Petroleum Geologist

Petroleum Geologists apply their knowledge of the earth's geological processes to identify and evaluate potential sources of oil and gas. The Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products may be helpful to those looking to enter this field as Petroleum Geologists, because it includes information about marine transport, pipeline transport, and the supply and delivery of petroleum products.

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Procurement Manager

In many different industries, Procurement Managers procure products, services, and works to meet the needs of the business and its operations. A focus on the global logistics of oil in Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products, as well as its in-depth view of economic and transportation fundamentals, may be useful to those looking to become a Procurement Manager.

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Charterer

A Charterer is responsible for the management of contracts for the carriage of goods by sea or air. This course, The Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products, covers the different types of charters, the cost of marine transport, and the price of marine transport. This information would be a useful foundation for aspiring Charterers to use in order to build their knowledge of the industry.

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Oil and Gas Production Analyst

An Oil and Gas Production Analyst implements effective and efficient solutions to deliver financial, operational, and environmental objectives for a company. The Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products similarly emphasizes logistical problems, transport of crude oil and its materials, and the economical and operational aspects of transportation. This course would help build a strong foundation for anyone hoping to enter this career.

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Oil and Gas Consultant

Offering advice and guidance, Oil and Gas Consultants help companies with a variety of tasks and strategic decisions. The Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products can give those who wish to become Oil and Gas Consultants insights into the logistics of the industry, including how petroleum products are dispatched and transported. This knowledge could prove to be useful in developing strategies for clients and advising them.

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Operations Manager

Operations Managers ensure the effective and efficient production of goods and services within a company. Those wishing to enter the field of operations management in the oil and gas industry may find the course in Logistics of Crude Oil and Petroleum Products helpful because of its detailed look at international oil logistics.

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