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MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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Module Title | |||
Oilfield Chemicals | |||
Reference | AS4052 | Version | 3 |
Created | June 2017 | SCQF Level | SCQF 10 |
Approved | August 2007 | SCQF Points | 15 |
Amended | September 2017 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
Aims of Module | |||
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To enable students to evaluate the range, application and methods of analysis of chemicals used in oil exploration and production. |
Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
1 | Discuss the properties and application of a range of chemicals used in oil and gas production. |
2 | Discuss and critically compare analytical procedures used for monitoring of production chemicals. |
3 | Apply a variety of analytical techniques to a range of oilfield samples. |
Indicative Module Content |
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Constitution and properties of oil and natural gas, crude oil and surfactant chemistry, scale formation, inhibition and removal, corrosion & corrosion control, water injection chemicals, anti-foams, gas hydrate inhibition, antibacterial chemicals, environmental considerations. Analytical methods applied to the monitoring of oils and production chemicals. |
Module Delivery |
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This is a lecture based module supplemented by practical laboratory classes. External specialist speakers may be involved in the delivery of material. |
Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
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Contact Hours | 40 | N/A |
Non-Contact Hours | 110 | N/A |
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |   |   |
ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
Component 1 | |||||
Type: | Examination | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3 |
Description: | Closed book written examination |
MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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Explanatory Text | |
This module is assessed by one component of assessment as detailed in the Assessment plan. To pass this module, candidates must achieve a Module Grade D or better. | |
Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
A | Final mark of 70% or greater in C1 |
B | Final mark of between 60-69% in C1 |
C | Final mark of between 50-59% in C1 |
D | Final mark of between 40-49% in C1 |
E | MARGINAL FAIL. Final mark of between 35-39% in C1 |
F | FAIL. A final mark of less than 35% in C1 |
NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
Module Requirements | |
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Prerequisites for Module | Successful completion of Stage 3 Forensic and Analytical Science or equivalent. |
Corequisites for module | None. |
Precluded Modules | None. |
INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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1 | FRENIER, W., ZIAUDDIN, M., Formation, Removal and Inhibition of Inorganic Scale in the Oilfield Environment . Current Edition. SPE. |
2 | KELLAND, M., Production Chemicals for the Oil and Gas Industry. Current Edition. CRC Press |
3 | FINK, J.K., Petroleum Engineer's Guide to Oil Field Chemicals and Fluids. Current Edition. Elsevier. |