Chemical Process and Refining Technology Training Course

Chemical Process and Refining Technology

Why Choose Chemical Process and Refining Technology Training Course? This Chemical Process and Refining Technology training course delves into the intricacies of chemical…

5 daysClassroom or online

13Upcoming dates

7Cities

£2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Choose Chemical Process and Refining Technology Training Course?

This Chemical Process and Refining Technology training course delves into the intricacies of chemical process engineering within refinery operations. Participants will explore the transformation of crude oil into valuable end products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel.

By focusing on the technological advancements in distillation, cracking, reforming, and hydroprocessing, the course emphasizes the balance between maximizing yield, ensuring operational safety, and adhering to environmental regulations. The participants will also gain knowledge on how to integrate advanced processes to optimize refinery efficiency while reducing carbon footprints.

What are the Goals?

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

Develop a profound understanding of chemical processes in modern refining
Explore various refining technologies and their role in product enhancement
Learn to address environmental challenges and safety issues in refinery operations
Enhance capabilities in applying cutting-edge technologies for yield optimization and process efficiency
Understand the integration of refining with petrochemical production for added value

Who is this Training Course for?

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

Chemical Engineers
Process Engineers
Refinery Operators and Technicians
Environmental Engineers
Energy Consultants
Petrochemical Technologists

Course outline

1Day one: Fundamentals of Refining and Chemical Processes
- Introduction to refinery operations: key units and process flow diagrams
- Core chemical reactions: cracking, hydroprocessing, reforming, and coking
- Fundamental refining technologies: thermal cracking, catalytic cracking, and distillation processes
2Day two: Advanced Distillation and Separation Technologies
- Atmospheric and vacuum distillation: design and operation
- Detailed exploration of separation processes: fractionation, strippers, and absorption
- Introduction to new separation technologies: molecular distillation and membrane separation
3Day three: Catalytic Processes and Hydroprocessing Technologies
- Principles of catalysis and catalyst behavior in refining
- Hydroprocessing fundamentals: hydrotreating and hydrocracking processes
- Catalytic reforming and its effect on enhancing octane number and yield
4Day four: Refinery-Petrochemical Integration and By-Product Management
- Integration between refinery and petrochemical units for maximized productivity
- Handling refinery by-products: sulfur recovery, hydrogen production, and LPG separation
- Economic, logistical, and technological challenges in integrated operations
5Day five: Environmental, Health, and Safety Challenges in Refining
- Key environmental regulations and their impact on refining operations
- Process safety management: risk assessment, hazard identification, and incident prevention
- Sustainable refining practices: carbon capture, emission reduction, and waste minimization strategies

Schedule

Dates and fees

13 upcoming dates in 7 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted. Every date can also be joined live online for £1,280.

All dates as PDF

December 2026

21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session

MunichGermany · Classroom

£3,450per delegate2+ people: £2,760 each

January 2027

18JAN 18 - 22 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

FrankfurtGermany · Classroom

£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each

February 2027

15FEB 15 - 19 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

BarcelonaSpain · Classroom

£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each

March 2027

15MAR 15 - 19 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

FrankfurtGermany · Classroom

£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each

April 2027

19APR 19 - 23 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

RomeItaly · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

May 2027

17MAY 17 - 21 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

Kuala LumpurMalaysia · Classroom

£2,250per delegate2+ people: £1,800 each

June 2027

21JUN 21 - 25 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each

July 2027

19JUL 19 - 23 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

RomeItaly · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

August 2027

16AUG 16 - 20 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

GenevaSwitzerland · Classroom

£5,250per delegate2+ people: £4,200 each

September 2027

20SEP 20 - 24 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

FrankfurtGermany · Classroom

£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each

October 2027

18OCT 18 - 22 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

BarcelonaSpain · Classroom

£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each

November 2027

15NOV 15 - 19 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

FrankfurtGermany · Classroom

£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each

December 2027

20DEC 20 - 24 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

RomeItaly · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

Live online, on the same dates

Join the class in real time from your office or home: live sessions with the trainer, group discussion, course materials and a certificate of completion. Joining details are emailed before the course starts.

December 2026

21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session

Live onlineVirtual classroom · join from anywhere