Fundamentals of Petrochemicals Industry
Understand the technical features, terminology, and primary feedstocks (Oil, Gas, NGLs, Coal) of the petrochemical sector.
This subject may be offered at different levels; scope, depth and prerequisites are confirmed for the selected programme.
General Objectives
• Master Industry Fundamentals: Understand the technical features, terminology, and primary feedstocks (Oil, Gas, NGLs, Coal) of the petrochemical sector.
• Analyze Value Chains: Map the transformation of the seven basic building blocks into end-use consumer and industrial products.
• Evaluate Process Technologies: Gain insights into cracking, reforming, and polymerization processes, including the role of advanced catalysts.
• Optimize Operational Economics: Understand the impact of feedstock pricing, energy balance, and refinery-petrochemical integration on profitability.
• Strategic Decision Making: Apply market forecasting and project evaluation techniques to navigate global industry trends and sustainability challenges.
Location
Courses may be conducted at one of the following hotels in Kuwait:
- Hilton Garden Inn Kuwait – The Avenues
- Hilton Kuwait Resort – Mangaf
- Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa
- Radisson Blu Hotel Kuwait
Or at the client’s premises.
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