OGPT 153:Hydraulic/Pneumatic Applications for the Oil and Gas Industry with Lab

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours per week: 2
Lab hours per week: 2

Corequisite(s): MATH 102
Major topics include pressure units applicable to hydraulics systems, Pascal’s Law, transmission of energy in hydraulic systems, mechanical advantage, flow measurement, pumps, motors, accumulators, cylinders, pipe networks, open channels, dams, reservoirs and flow measurement devices. Students will learn to calculate properties of fluids such as velocity, pressure, density and temperature, and calculating and evaluating the characteristics of the flowing and static fluids in various tubular and annular systems. Curriculum presents a study of the functions and properties of the fluids used in drilling an oil or gas well, such as the various types of mud systems for different formations. Students will learn to perform and internet basic calculations and tests that are performed on these fluids. Additional topics include maintenance, safety, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting. Course materials and instruction is referenced to common oil and gas industry applications and practices.