Master's Degree in Continuing Education in Oil, Natural Gas, and Petrochemicals
Spanish
Credits: 60 ECTS
PRESENTATION
The Master’s in Oil, Natural Gas, and Petrochemicals is a specialized program designed for professionals in the oil and gas sector who seek to update their knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of the industry’s global operations. This graduate program equips you to master the fundamentals and comprehensive operations of the oil and gas sector, exploring everything from the global landscape and value chains to specific activities and ship chartering logistics. You will conduct an in-depth analysis of the petroleum industry, crude oils, and complex refining processes, as well as derivative product structures. You will address the growing importance of biofuels and alternative fuels, projecting the energy landscape through 2050. You will understand the strategic role of natural gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the evolution of the energy landscape. You will analyze the most innovative trends, the research and development (R&D) shaping the sector’s future, and growth projections for the coming decades. You will acquire the knowledge necessary to understand the mechanisms for obtaining raw materials and the processes for transforming them into products of high commercial value. You will delve into industrial project management, its critical phases, and the engineering and design involved in plant operations. This comprehensive approach will provide you with a strategic vision for decision-making in a sector that is constantly evolving and transforming.
Objectives
• You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the value chains and activities in the hydrocarbons sector, from extraction to marketing. • You will design strategies for crude oil refining and product optimization, taking into account the latest market innovations. • You will evaluate the impact and viability of biofuels and alternative fuels in the future energy landscape through 2050. • You will integrate the key role of natural gas and LNG in the evolution of the energy sector, anticipating trends and development projections. • You will manage the mechanisms for sourcing raw materials and transforming them into products of high commercial value. • You will make strategic decisions based on state-of-the-art technology, R&D, and development projections for the coming decades in the petrochemical sector. • You will lead the planning and execution of industrial initiatives, mastering their phases, engineering, and design. • You will analyze supply and marketing markets, identifying opportunities in the global energy trade.
Methodology
At Educa PHAROS, we use a highly practical methodology focused on the direct application of knowledge in the student’s professional environment, combining theoretical content with real-world cases, digital tools, and support from a team of specialized instructors.
Program
Historical Development of the Oil Industry
Historical Development of the Gas Industry
O&G Reserves, Production, and Consumption
Geopolitics and Global Factors
Companies and International References
The Concept of “Commodities”
Value Chain
Oil Value Chain
Gas Value Chain
Vertical Integration and Transfer Pricing
Upstream
Exploration, Drilling, and Production Techniques
Midstream
Downstream
Safety, Risks, and the Environment
O&G Shipments
Charter Arrangements
Charter Party Agreements
Other Chartering Options
Documentation
Crude (I)
Raw (II)
Raw (III)
Refining Processes (I)
Refining Processes (II)
Refining Processes (I)
Refining Schemes (II)
Refinery Products (I)
Refinery Products (II)
Margin and Profitability
Bioenergy
Biofuels
Bioethanol & Biodiesel
SAF & Biogas
Biorefineries
HSE & CO2 Emissions
The Oil Industry: Short- and Medium-Term Outlook
Crude Oil Markets
Markets for Refined Products
Biofuel Markets
Composition and Properties
Exploration and Production Techniques
Types of Deposits and Characterization
Extraction Techniques
Fracking
Natural Gas Value Chain
Gas Processing
Liquefaction
Transportation of Liquefied Natural Gas
Regasification
Liquefied Natural Gas Storage
Offshore Facilities
Gas System and Distribution
Marketing, Regulation, and Markets
HSE and Natural Gas and Liquefied Natural Gas Applications
Energy Transition and Global Position
European Green Deal & LATAM Green
Net-zero emissions by 2050
Natural Gas: Key to the Energy Transition
Circular Economy: Natural Gas and Hydrogen
Introduction. Fundamentals of the Petrochemical Industry
Major Petrochemical Chains
Plastics
Global Petrochemical Landscape
Petrochemical companies
Methane Chain (I). Methanol
Methane Chain (II). Ammonia
Ethylene Chain (I)
Ethylene Chain (II)
Petrochemical market. Methane and ethylene value chains
Propylene Chain (I)
Propylene Chain (II)
C4 and C5 Fraction Chains (I)
Chains of C4 and C5 Fractions (II)
Petrochemical market. Propylene and C4 and C5 fraction chains
Chains of aromatic plants
Benzene chain
Toluene chain
Xylene chain
Aromatic Chain Market
Market Participants and Their Market Position
Energy Markets
The Market During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Pricing
Pricing Formulas
The Oil Refining Business
Current Situation and Industry Outlook
Procurement Plan for a Refining System
Oil Purchase and Sale Contracts
Gas Purchase and Sale Contracts
Derivative Instruments
Futures Markets
Options Contract
Swaps
Price Coverage
Organization of a Trading Department
Evolution of Trading Practices
Risk Management
Price Forecasting Techniques
Fundamental Concepts of Chartist and Technical Analysis
What is a project?
Project Definition and Scope
Phases of Project Engineering
Basic Diagrams in a Project
Construction and Commissioning
Layout: Overview and Features
Equipment Layout in the Plant. On-Site Layout
Environmental and Safety Considerations in the Design of a Chemical Plant
Properties of Fluids: Density and Viscosity
Mechanical Properties and Material Testing
Types of Materials. Structure of Materials
Iron-based metals
Ceramic Materials and Polymers
Non-ferrous alloys
Composite Materials
How to Specify a Pipe
Valves
Pipe Joints
Pipe supports. Pipe insulation and support systems
Basic Piping Design
Basic Design of Regulating Tanks
Basic Design of Separator Tanks
Storage tanks
Reactors
Distillation columns
Heat Transfer. Introduction
TEMA Heat Exchangers (I)
TEMA Heat Exchangers (II)
Cooling towers
Process Furnaces
Centrifugal Pumps
Positive-displacement pumps
Compressors. Introduction
Centrifugal compressors
Reciprocating Compressors
Ejectors
Pneumatic Conveying
Mixers and Agitators
Sealing of Dynamic Equipment. Gaskets and Mechanical Seals
Educa PHAROS is a training solution for businesses that centralizes learning, simplifies user management, and allows you to track progress through dashboards and reports.
It is designed for organizations that want to develop internal skills, standardize role-based training, and have traceability and learning metrics.
It includes learning paths by profile, user and permission management, progress reports, certification, and access to masterclasses or live sessions (depending on the plan).
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Educa PHAROS is a next-generation training model that places a company’s human capital at the forefront. Through a platform that adapts to each company’s corporate identity and offers a total of more than 900 courses, it provides tailored training for each organization. The unlimited flat-rate plan provides each company with the number of courses that best suits its needs, as well as the ability to determine which employees will have access.
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