Gas Measurement Fundamentals Certification
October 12 - 22, 2021 | Houston, TX (In-Person)
OVERVIEW
As challenging as it may be, effectively delivering training is an increasingly important issue for today’s energy companies. Expediting training is also important for companies. Standards-based training can be difficult because it requires an instructor who has familiarity with applicable standards and can relate the importance of the measurement practice. Companies recognize that by developing a thorough understanding of gas measurement, personnel can contribute to maximizing measurement accuracy, thereby directly affecting the revenue generated through the sale, purchase, or transportation of natural gas.
In addition to the topics covered in our Gas Measurement Fundamentals & EFM Best Practices course, instruction addresses linear meters (coriolis, ultrasonic, and turbine), the complete EGM system (primary, secondary, and tertiary devices), and the impact of measurement uncertainty based on processes and practices. The second week combines both lecture and hands-on exercises based on following industry standards and how deviation can induce measurement error.
Participants have two options to gain a certification in gas measurement fundamentals: take the 9 days (over 2 consecutive weeks) or split the two weeks over time. We offer the full certification course 3 times each year, and the Gas Measurement Fundamentals & EFM Best Practices course (the first week) 4 times each year.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Explore the fundamentals of gas flow measurement, including natural gas chemistry and physical behavior
- Understand common standard conditions of measurement in quantity and quality determination
- Fundamental physical laws that define the behavior of gases
- Learn the relationship between primary and secondary elements in gas measurement, gas composition, gas laws, and industry definitions
- Discover the best practices of electronic flow measurement
- How to conduct and witness a meter test
- How to take a meter out of service
- Understand industry standards for custody transfer and non-custody transfer measurement
- Get an overview of the industry organizations and the people who write measurement standards
- How measurement language in contracts guides field operation procedures
- What makes a sample representative of the gas stream
- What are the various sample techniques
- Main challenges of collecting samples and how they are overcome
- How gas chromatography is used to determine the quality of a gas and to calculate its physical properties
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Measurement technicians and engineers, other field personnel, auditors, and analysts.
This certification course takes a comprehensive approach in a condensed format by combining theory, exercises, hands-on activities, and assessment (testing) delivered by professionals with extensive industry experience and subject matter expertise. By understanding how industry standards and best practices relate to processes, technology, and techniques, participants can learn the why procedures are performed in a specific manner.
- Gas measurement fundamentals
- Electronic flow measurement best practices
- Ultrasonic, turbine, Coriolis, vortex, and insertion meters
- Transmitters
- Flow computers and their applications
- Pressure regulators
- Gas sampling techniques
- Gas chromatography
- Moisture and H2S analyzers
- Odorization
Nearby Hotels
Candlewood Suites Houston Westchase – Westheimer
11280 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77042
713-244-0400
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0.4 miles away
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Houston Westchase – Westheimer
11303 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77077
832-617-8048
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0.4 miles away
Best Western Plus Westheimer-Westchase Inn & Suites
2451 Hayes Road
Houston, TX 77077
832-658-2550
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0.5 miles away
Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Westchase
3125 Wilcrest Drive
Houston, TX 77042
832-295-4800
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0.6 miles away
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Houston Westchase
2400 West Sam Houston Parkway South
Houston, TX 77042
713-334-2400
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1.1 miles away
Area Amenities
The Westchase District has a variety of shops, restaurants, and grocery stores, many within walking distance of our training facility and nearby hotels.
| Event | Standard Rate | Attendees |
|---|---|---|
| Gas Measurement Fundamentals Certification on October 12 - 22, 2021 at Houston, TX (In-Person) | USD $3,295.00 |
SHOPPING CART NOTE
Our registration system allows users to register multiple participants for the same class and using the same payment method with a single transaction.
However, only one class can be added to the cart at a time. You cannot register for more than one class on the same transaction.
International Registration
GCI offers courses to international students looking to participate in online training, as well as those who are willing to travel to our in-person courses located in Houston, Texas.
International payments made by credit card are subject to a 10% processing fee in addition to the cost of the course. For more information, or to register for a course using a credit card that is billed outside of the United States, contact us now.
Tuition
For online classes, your tuition covers course instruction and digital materials.
Tuition must be paid in full prior to the class start date. Price is per participant unless otherwise noted. Tuition is subject to change without notice. Payment can be made by credit card, electronic transfer, or check (USD) made payable to Gas Certification Institute.
Cancellation Policy
GCI makes every effort to ensure that all classes are held as scheduled. However, should the total class registrations not meet minimum enrollment requirements, GCI reserves the right to cancel a class and reschedule the participants. GCI will notify all participants via email no less than 21 days prior to the class start date whether a class will be held. In no case will GCI cancel a class less than 21 days prior to the class start date. If a class is cancelled, GCI will notify the student and request the student’s permission to move the registration into a future date. If a future date is not acceptable, GCI will refund the tuition in full within 2 business days. In case of class cancellation, GCI’s liability is limited to the refund of the tuition fee only.
Students may cancel or reschedule a registration up to 21 days prior to the class start date. No cancellations or rescheduling requests will be accepted if received less than 21 days prior to the class date. Another person may be substituted for a registrant at any time.