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How many modules are there in total?
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10 Modules in the Petroleum Processing Technology Series
3 Modules in the Oil and Gas Well Technology Series
5 Modules in the Oil & Gas Electrical Engineering Systems Series
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Is it possible for me to purchase each module individually?
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Yes |
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Is there a specific order in which to take these modules?
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No, they can be studied in any order but usually in the order they are display in. |
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How long does each section take to complete? |
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25 – 40 hours |
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I purchased a module some time ago, is there a time limit for me to sit the exam?
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No you can take as long as you like over each module and sit the exam when you are ready. |
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What is the pass mark?
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The pass mark is 60%. Passes are banded into three categories:
60% - 74% -pass
75% - 84% - credit
85% - 100% - distinction
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Where can I sit the examination?
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You can sit the exam at your workplace or at a local college/learning centre. Exams can also be sat at our offices in Portlethen. Please refer to examinations section for each course. |
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What happens if I fail?
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You will be allowed to resit the exam again. There will be no charge for this, however should you fail again and wish to resit then you will be charged £30.00 examination fee. |
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How do I appeal an examination result? |
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Please contact Petroleum Open Learning and we will give you details on the appeals process. |
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Could you give me a bit more information as to the job prospects on completion of the courses you offer?
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Our courses are well recognised qualifications within the oil and gas industry, but with any job it just depends on personal circumstances and experience. |
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What is the basic job description of production/process technician?
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Process Technician
Role Purpose
Reporting to the Operations Team Leader (OTL) or Offshore Operations Supervisor, the Production Operator is part of a team responsible for the safe and efficient operation of platform plant and equipment to maximise and optimise production opportunities and achieve day-to-day production targets.
The postholder will be responsible for investigating anomalies and carrying out routine and non-routine operational actions, to ensure the site’s/platform’s Process Modules and ancillary plant and utilities are operated in a safe and efficient manner.
Key Accountabilities
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Demonstrate excellent safety leadership and behaviours, ensuring that Health, Safety, Security & Environmental expectations are communicated, maintained and implemented.
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React to the platform Fire & Gas and Emergency Shutdown systems under the instruction of the Control Room Operator to ensure safety of personnel, site and equipment.
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Responsible for operating plant and equipment on site to optimise production of oil and/or gas.
Operate utility systems to maintain life support system.
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Play a significant role in safe isolation and reinstatement of plant and equipment.
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Maintain the accuracy and use of the platform operations manuals.
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Gas testing as part of Integrated Safe Systems of Work (ISSOW).
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Actively participate in safety behavioural programmes.
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Become involved with one or more of the following assessment processes: COSHH, Task Based Risk Assessment, and Manual Handling.
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Fully conversant with the content and necessary actions within the Platform Operating procedures and Production and Standing Instructions.
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Maintain a high standard of housekeeping across the platform/site.
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