Introduction to Offshore Operations
Provides an elementary explanation of the environment, logistics, equipment,
procedures, and regulations unique to offshore petroleum exploration, drilling, and
production; also includes an overview and forecast of the offshore industry;  
Participants receive handouts and the following PETEX books:

A Dictionary for the Oil and Gas Industry
A Primer of Offshore Operations
Length: 4 1/2 days

Course Content
Participants receive instruction in:

Geology and geophysics in offshore exploration
Offshore lease acquisition
Drilling
Basic drilling process and terms
Well planning and business aspects
Special operations
Drilling-offshore considerations
Offshore production
Maritime and state law
Offshore regulations
Offshore storage and terminals
Offshore catastrophes and emergency response
Insurance for offshore operation
The economics of offshore exploration and development, an investment decision-
making view

Recommended For
New employees; attorneys; insurance, and financial employees; secretaries; clerks; or
anyone who needs a basic knowledge of offshore operations.

Related Courses
Elementary Drilling
Petroleum Fundamentals


Dates
October 20–24, 2008
March 30–April 3, 2009
July 13–17, 2009
October 19–23, 2009

Cost: €2,120

Enrollment Instructions