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.
What You'll LearnTopics to be covered include:Natural gas properties, gas laws, energyPressure control, odorization, gas volume, flow and measurement basicsReview of algebra with applications to natural gasPhysics of natural gasStatics and mechanicsFluid MechanicsReview of trigonometryStrength of materialsPreparing technical reportsEngineering economicsBasic surveying and principles of material testingGas safety devices and corrosionEngineering drawing and Computer Aided Drafting ( CAD )Basic DC and AC circui...View moreSkills you'll acquire
Knowledge Outcomes and Experience
- Gas Plant Operators
- Gas Compressor & Gas Pumping Station Operators
- Derrick Operators, Oil & Gas
- Power Plant Operators
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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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