
Online Course:
FUNDEMENTAL OF SINGLE-PHASE FLUID FLOW
A Everything You Need to Know About Single-Phase Fluid Flow
Fundamentals of Single-Phase Fluid Flow
The ability to estimate or model fluid flow is one of the critical skills of the oil patch. This introductory course is designed primarily with an eye towards preparing engineers to work effectively in initial startup planning. An understanding of flow phenomena is crucial in startup planning where unusual conditions exist and where unusual behavior needs to be understood. This online course will cover: Single-phase flow fundamentals, application examples in oil and gas industry, how to perform calculations, and modeling best practices.
Why Attend
Most of the engineering day-to-day tasks in oil and gas industry are related to fluid flow, understanding of basic concepts is crucial for successful operations and troubleshooting.
Special Requirements & What You’ll Need to Know
Basic mathematics
Learning Level
Basic level courses require little to no knowledge of the topic discussed. Entry level engineers and engineers that know little of the subject or need a refresher may benefit from this type of course.

Course Length
1 Hour
Upon Completion of this Course
Participants will be able to understand the basics of single-phase fluid flow in pipes and the key components such as gravity and friction.
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