ELEC200-Basic Principles of Natural Gas Spring 2023
SUNY Broome
Course Details
This is a basic course in the properties, distribution and regulation of natural gas. It is intended as an introduction to gas company employees interested in gaining a basic knowledge of the natural gas industry. No prerequisites are assumed. Field technicians and anyone else working in the field will first learn basic gas principles and terminology along with measurement and distribution methods.
The course is entirely on line and makes use of readings that focus on the handling of natural gas. Essential topics related to positions in the gas industry that are covered: Basic gas laws, strength of materials, review of algebra/trigonometry, economics, engineering drawing, technical writing, physics, fluid mechanics, and basic electricity.
Mastery of the material in this course will aid the student desiring a position in an occupation requiring an understanding of the distribution of natural gas.
After This Course, You Will Be Able ToTopics to be covered include:
Natural gas properties, gas laws, energy
Pressure control, odorization, gas volume, flow and measurement basics
Review of algebra with applications to natural gas
Physics of natural gas
Statics and mechanics
Fluid Mechanics
Review of trigonometry
Strength of materials
Preparing technical reports
Engineering economics
Basic surveying and principles of material testing
Gas safety devices and corrosion
Engineering drawing and Computer Aided Drafting ( CAD )
Basic DC and AC circuit theory
Skills you'll acquire
Knowledge Outcomes and Experience
- Gas Plant Operators
- Gas Compressor & Gas Pumping Station Operators
- Derrick Operators, Oil & Gas
- Power Plant Operators
Additional Attendance Information
The textbook for the course, Local Distribution Pipelines in Nontechnical Language by Thomas O. Miesner, is available at the SUNY Broome Bookstore and can be mailed to you. ISBN-13: 978-1593703776
Call 607-724-0696.
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