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Sharing knowledgeWe recognise you have made a significant investment in software from DNV.

To help ensure you get the best value possible from your investment we have

developed a wide range of training courses so that you can use our

applications effectively and efficiently. We also offer a range of advanced

courses offering greater insight into the applications and the mathematical

models employed in the analyses.

Many of these courses are run as open public training sessions around the

globe. Scheduled dates for specific courses can be found on the DNV

Internet. If dates are not shown for the course you require or they are not

convenient then courses can be delivered at your premises on request, just

contact your local DNV Software office.

We hope you find the courses in this brochure useful as you develop your

competence, knowledge and understanding of our engineering software

products and increase the value you extract from them. Should these courses

not meet your need then please contact us as courses can be tailored for

specific needs.

Profit first-hand from our accessible instructorsA combination of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on exercise along with an accessible instructor

bring learning into focus. Because our instructors are professionals in the field, you profit first-hand

from their expertise and likewise, they understand like no other what practical issues you face in work.

Global coursesTo be able to serve our customers better, DNV Software will increase the offerings for training courses

globally. This Training Catalogue provides a list of training courses available at DNV Software’s facilities

in Oslo, London, Houston, Rio, Pusan, Shanghai and Singapore or at your own site.

Jeremy LinnBusiness Development DirectorDNV Software

Contents

Course code Title Duration Page

NA-02 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – DNV Rules 2 days 5NA-03 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – CSR Tank 2 days 6NA-04 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – CSR Bulk 2 days 7NA-05 Nauticus Hull FE analysis – general 2 days 8NA-06 Nauticus Hull cargo hold FE analysis – CSR Tank 3 days 9NA-07 Nauticus Hull cargo hold FE analysis – CSR Bulk 3 days 10NA-08 Nauticus Hull – 3D Beam 0.5 days 11NA-09 Nauticus Hull – PULS buckling 0.5 days 12NA-10 Nauticus Shaft Alignment basic 1 day 13NA-11 Nauticus Shaft Alignment advanced 3 days 14NA-12 Nauticus Torsional Vibration basic 1 day 15NA-13 Advanced shafting design for marine propulsion systems 2–3 days 16NA-14 Nauticus Gear Faceload and Gear Rating 2 days 17NA-15 Hydrostatic and hydrodynamic analysis of ships 3 days 18NA-16 Nauticus Hull cargo hold FE analysis – DNV 1A1 3 days 19

SE-01 Concept based FE modelling and analysis using GeniE – Introductory 2 days 20SE-02 Geometry based FE modelling and analysis using Patran-Pre – Introductory 3 days 21SE-03 Hull modelling for hydrodynamic analysis – Introductory 2 days 22SE-04 Concept based FE modelling of shell structures – Advanced 3 days 23SE-05 Hydrostatic analysis of offshore floaters 1 day 24SE-06 Hydrodynamic analysis of offshore floaters – frequency domain 2 days 25SE-07 Hydrodynamic analysis of offshore floaters – time domain 2 days 26SE-08 Topside design 1 day 27SE-09 Jacket design 2 days 28SE-10 Progressive collapse analysis 2 days 29SE-11 Wind induced fatigue 1 day 30SE-12 Installation analysis of jackets 2 days 31SE-13 Semi-submersible analysis 4 days 32SE-14 FPSO rule check 2 days 33SE-15 FPSO hydrostatic and hydrodynamic analysis 3 days 34SE-16 FPSO cargo hold analysis 3 days 35SE-17 Advanced use of GeniE 2 days 36SE-18 Coupled motion analysis and riser design of offshore floating installations 3 days 37SE-19 Riser analysis 2 days 38SE-20 Mooring lines analysis 2 days 39SE-21 Simulation of marine operations 2 days 40SE-22 Sub-modelling analysis combined with plate/shell fatigue analysis 2 days 41SE-23 FPSO global strength and spectral fatigue analysis 4 days 42

SA-01 Phast introduction 2 days 44SA-02 Phast Risk introduction 2 days 45SA-03 Phast advanced discharge modelling 1 day 46SA-04 Phast advanced dispersion and toxic modelling 1 day 47SA-05 Phast advanced flammable modelling 1 day 48SA-06 Phast advanced risk modelling 1 day 49SA-03/06 Phast advanced modelling 4 days 50SA-07 Phast Risk for quantitative risk assessment 3/5 days 51SA-08 Leak 0.5 days 52SA-09 Orbit Onshore for risk based inspection 5 days 53SA-10 Neptune introduction 4 days 54SA-11 Phast multi component modelling extension 1 day 55SA-12 Phast Risk congested explosion modelling extension 1 day 56SA-13 Phast Risk advanced explosion modelling 1 day 57SA-14 Building a QRA using Phast Risk Typically 5 days 58SA-15 Maros 2 days 59SA-16 Taro Refinery 2 days 60

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DNV Software Training Catalogue 5

Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – DNV RulesCourse code: NA-02 Duration: 2 days

Description

The course covers programs for calculation of hull girder strength and local strength of plates and stiffeners

according to the DNV Rules with focus on cross sectional analysis and fatigue.

Learning objectives

After the course you should be able to use Nauticus Hull to carry out cross sectional analysis and hull girder

strength calculations according to the DNV Rules for Ships. In addition to software training, the course will also

provide you with basic understanding of the DNV Rules.

Target group

Naval architects, designers, hull structural engineers and approval engineers with no or limited experience using

Nauticus Hull.

Prerequisite

Basic understanding of ship structures and hull strength.

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Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – CSR TankCourse code: NA-03 Duration: 2 days

Description


according to the prescriptive requirements of the Common Structural Rules for Oil Tankers with focus on cross

sectional analysis and fatigue.

Learning objectives


strength calculations according to the Common Structural Rules for Oil Tankers.

In addition to software training, the course will also provide you with basic understanding of the CSR Tanker rules.

Target group


Nauticus Hull for the Common Structural Rules for Oil Tankers.

Prerequisite


Nauticus


Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – CSR BulkCourse code: NA-04 Duration: 2 days

Description


according to the prescriptive requirements of the Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers with focus on cross

sectional analysis and fatigue.

Learning objectives


strength calculations according to the Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers.

In addition to software training, the course will also provide you with basic understanding of the CSR Bulk rules.

Target group


Nauticus Hull for the Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers.

Prerequisite


Nauticus


Description

The course is an introduction to programs for FE modelling and analysis of typical ship structures. Focus is put on

the complete analysis process including 3D modelling, mesh control, application of loads and boundary

conditions, and executing the FE Analysis. An introduction to Xtract for stress evaluation will also be given.

The course will be a combination of lectures and hands-on training. The hands-on examples include a midship

cargo hold model, a cargo rail model and a crane pedestal. The cross section for the cargo hold model is extruded

from a midship section modelled in Section Scantlings in the NA-02 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – DNV Rules course.

Learning objectives

After the course you should be able to use GeniE for modelling of typical ship structures and execute FE analyses

for strength and stress level assessment.

Target group


GeniE to build FE models.

Nauticus Hull FE analysis – generalCourse code: NA-05 Duration: 3 days

Prerequisite

Basic understanding of ship structures and hull strength and use of FE analyses for strength calculations.

Knowledge in Nauticus Hull as covered in NA-02 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – DNV Rules, NA-03 Nauticus Hull

RuleCheck – CSR Tank or NA-04 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – CSR Bulk is recommended.

Nauticus


Nauticus Hull cargo hold FE analysis – CSR TankCourse code: NA-06 Duration: 3 days

Description

The course is an introduction to programs for FE analyses of the cargo hold area in accordance with the IACS

Common Structural Rules for Oil Tankers (CSR Tank). This includes modelling, analysis, postprocessing yield and

buckling strength checks.

Focus is put on extruding a cross section from section scantlings, 3D modelling and mesh control in GeniE,

applying loads, corrosion additions and boundary conditions according to CSR Tank, running a Sestra analysis and

post-processing using Xtract. Yield and buckling strength checks according to CSR Tank are covered.

The course will be a combination of lectures and hands-on training. The hands-on example consists of building a

cargo hold model, analysing it and do stress level assessment. The cross section for the cargo hold model is

extruded from a midship section modelled in Section Scantlings in the NA-03 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – CSR Tank

course.

The course will also provide a presentation of the CSR Tank rules and their requirements to strength assessment

analyses of the cargo hold area.

Learning objectives

After the course you should be able to use Nauticus Hull for cargo hold modelling and execute FE analyses for

strength and stress level assessment.

Target group


Nauticus Hull for the Common Structural Rules for Oil Tankers.

Prerequisite


Knowledge in Nauticus Hull as covered in NA-03 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – CSR Tank is recommended.

Nauticus


Description

The course is an introduction to programs for modelling and FE analyses of bulk carriers in accordance with the

IACS Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers (CSR Bulk).

Focus is put on extruding a cross section from Section Scantling, then 3D modelling of a cargo hold model and

mesh control in GeniE, applying loads, corrosion additions and boundary conditions according to the CSR Bulk

rules, running a FE analysis and post-processing using Xtract. Yield and buckling strength checks according to CSR

Bulk are covered.


cargo hold model, analysing it and do buckling and stress level assessment. The cross section for the cargo hold

model is extruded from a midship section modelled in Section Scantlings in the NA-04 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck –

CSR Bulk course.

The course will also provide a presentation of the IACS Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers and their

requirements to strength assessment analyses of the cargo hold area.

Learning objectives

After the course you should be able to use Nauticus Hull and GeniE for cargo hold modelling and execute FE

analyses for buckling control and strength and stress level assessment according to the CSR Bulk rules.

Target group


Nauticus Hull for the Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers.

Nauticus Hull cargo hold FE analysis – CSR BulkCourse code: NA-07 Duration: 3 days

Prerequisite


Knowledge in Nauticus Hull as covered in NA-04 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – CSR Bulk is recommended.

Nauticus


Nauticus Hull – 3D BeamCourse code: NA-08 Duration: 0.5 days

Description

The course is a presentation of the 3-dimensional frame structure analysis program 3D-beam. This program can be

used at an early stage for evaluation of strength of ship frames, as well as grid structures and frame structures in

general. The course will describe how to create geometry, apply profiles, material, loads etc., and present the

analyses results in way of displacements and beam forces and stresses.

The course will be a combination of lectures and hands-on training. The hands-on training will be a detailed step-

by-step description of the modelling and analysis process.

Learning objectives

After the course you should be able to carry out beam element analysis using 3D Beam.

Target group


Nauticus Hull.

Prerequisite

Basic understanding of the finite element method and strength calculations.

Nauticus


Nauticus Hull – PULS bucklingCourse code: NA-09 Duration: 0.5 days

Description

The course is an introduction to the PULS program for buckling and ultimate strength capacity assessments of

stiffened and unstiffened panels based on non-linear large deflection plate theory. PULS can be used in typical

planar building blocks in ship hull structures as well as in general planar stiffened, unstiffened or corrugated plate

structures.

The course will be mainly be based on hands-on training, presenting some typical problems where PULS can be

used for assessment and understanding of the buckling and non-linear behaviour.

Learning objectives

After the course you should be able to use PULS to calculate ultimate buckling capacities of stiffened or

unstiffened plates.

Target group


Nauticus Hull.

Prerequisite

Basic understanding of structural strength and plate buckling theory.

Nauticus


Nauticus Shaft Alignment basicCourse code: NA-10 Duration: 1 day

Description

The course covers the basic parts of Nauticus Shaft Alignment intended for shaft alignment in direct coupled or

geared propulsion systems.

The following topics are covered:

� Basic geometry modelling, shaft- and bearing wizards� Applying materials, buoyancy corrections, loads� Modelling propeller, bearings, shrink fits, gears and engines� Calculation and reporting� Optimization and reverse engineering features� Verification methods such as gap/sag, strain gauge or hydraulic jacking

Learning objectives

We focus on use of the software in this basic course. It means that general theory or Classification Rules are not

covered.

Throughout presentations and hands-on training you will learn how to use Nauticus Shaft Alignment effectively.

The design, verification and troubleshooting (“reverse engineering”) aspects will be covered. You will also learn

how to optimize the alignment using the more advanced features of the software.

Target group

Naval architects, designers, ship yards and approval engineers with no or limited experience using Nauticus

Machinery.

Prerequisite

Some understanding of shaft alignment analysis and verification methods.

Nauticus


Nauticus Shaft Alignment advancedCourse code: NA-11 Duration: 3 days

Description

The course covers DNV's theoretical and practical experience within the fields of shaft alignment, whirling and

axial vibrations and relates these to good practice for carrying out calculations utilising the Nauticus Shaft

Alignment tool. Basic theory will be taught as well as giving an insight into new technology gained by DNV

through several comprehensive research and troubleshooting projects.

Learning objectives

The main objective is to learn best practice for shaft alignment by learning theory, analysis methods and use of the

software. Each component in the system (propeller, bearing, couplings, gear, engines) will be covered in detail

with extensive presentation material, know-how and experience from state-of-the-art research projects.

Target group

Naval architects, designers, ship yards and approval engineers with no or limited experience using Nauticus Machinery,

but with some experience within the field of shaft alignment.

Prerequisite

Detailed knowledge about marine propulsion systems and basic understanding of shaft alignment analysis,

verification methods and measurements.

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Nauticus Torsional Vibration basicCourse code: NA-12 Duration: 1 day

Description

The course covers all parts of Nauticus Torsional Vibration intended for steady-state torsional vibration analysis in

direct coupled or geared propulsion systems.

The course will include hands-on training with relevant models. Different types of propulsion systems such as electric,

gas turbine, diesel engine and geared systems are covered.

The following topics are covered:

� Create mass elastic model� Stiffness and damping calculators� Acceptance criteria� Define load cases� Calculation and reporting

Learning objectives

We focus on use of the software in this basic course. It means that general theory or Classification Rules are not

covered.

Throughout presentations and hands-on training you will learn how to use Nauticus Torsional Vibration effectively.

Target group

Naval architects, designers, ship yards and approval engineers with no or limited experience using Nauticus

Machinery.

Nauticus


Prerequisite

Some understanding of torsional vibration analysis inclusive excitation models for engine and propeller.

Nauticus


Advanced shafting design for marine propulsion systemsCourse code: NA-13 Duration: 2–3 days

Description

The advanced shafting design course has the following topics:

� Steady state and transient vibrations (frequency and time domain analysis)� IACS unified requirements for shaft fatigue� DNV’s detailed shaft design method� Simulation of transient load responses� Calculation cases and design options

The course is primarily focusing on technology, but will cover the Nauticus Torsional Vibration and Nauticus Shaft

Fatigue tools.

Learning objectives

Learn how to optimize your shafting design using DNV’s detailed shaft design approach and relevant Nauticus

Machinery tools.

Target group

Naval architects, designers, ship yards and approval engineers with detailed knowledge about overall design of

marine shafting systems.

Prerequisite

Knowledge about propulsion components such as propeller, shafts, couplings, dampers, gears and engines.

Some knowledge about shaft fatigue analysis and frequency domain analysis of propulsion systems.

Nauticus


Prerequisite

Knowledge about vibration and fatigue calculations as well as basic knowledge of component behaviour in propulsion

systems.

Nauticus Gear Faceload and Gear RatingCourse code: NA-14 Duration: 2 days

Description

The course covers basic gear technology, DNV’s gear calculation methods and relevant software.

The course has the following topics:

� Cylindrical gear geometry� Gear calculation factors� Gear materials� DNV Rules for gears� DNV classification note 41.2, calculation of gears in marine applications� Basic information about ISO with regard to gearing� Nauticus Machinery software– Nauticus Gear Rating

– Nauticus Gear Faceload

Learning objectives

Learn basic theory (design criteria, machining and dimensioning criteria) and DNV Rules related to marine

reduction gears, utilizing the gear analysis tools in Nauticus Machinery.

Target group

Gear manufacturers with some knowledge about marine shafting systems.

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Hydrostatic and hydrodynamic analysis of shipsCourse code: NA-15 Duration: 3 days

Description

This course introduces the participants to our stability and hydrodynamics tool HydroD, supported by Wasim, Postresp

and Xtract. The course includes both hydrostatic analysis and hydrodynamic analysis of ships as well as statistical post

processing and animation.

Learning objectives

Learn how to perform a hydrostatic analysis of a ship. Learn how to do a global hydrodynamic analysis and to transfer

loads to a structural analysis using both linear frequency domain and non-linear time domain methods. You will also

learn how to do short term statistical analysis in frequency domain and how to create animations of time domain

simulations.

Target group

Naval architects involved in conceptual studies and/or detailed engineering of any type of ship.

Prerequisite

It is required that the participants are familiar with hydrodynamic analysis and free surface problems.

Nauticus


Prerequisite

Basic understanding of ship structures and hull strength and use of FE analyses for strength calculations. Knowledge in

Nauticus Hull as covered in NA-02 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – DNV Rules is recommended.

Nauticus Hull cargo hold FE analysis – DNV 1A1Course code: NA-16 Duration: 3 days

Description

The course is an introduction to programs for FE analyses of the cargo hold area in accordance with the Nauticus

Newbuildings rules (DNV 1A1).

Focus is put on extruding a cross section from section scantlings, 3D modelling and mesh control in GeniE,

applying loads, corrosion additions and boundary conditions according to DNV 1A1, running a Sestra analysis and

post-processing using Xtract.


cargo hold model, analysing it and do stress level assessment. The cross section for the cargo hold model is

extruded from a midship section modelled in Section Scantlings in the NA-02 Nauticus Hull RuleCheck – DNV Rules

course.

The course will also provide a presentation of the DNV 1A1 rules and their requirements to strength assessment

analyses of the cargo hold area.

Learning objectives

After the course you should be able to use Nauticus Hull for cargo hold modelling and execute FE analyses for

strength and stress level assessment.

Target group


Nauticus Hull for the DNV 1A1 rules.

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Sesam


Prerequisite

Basic knowledge in FE analysis is required. No previous experience in the use of Sesam is necessary.

Concept based FE modelling and analysis using GeniE – IntroductoryCourse code: SE-01 Duration: 2 days

Description

This is an introductory course to Sesam focusing on the concept modelling, structural analysis and results

presentation features of GeniE including Sestra. Exercises in concept modelling, analysis and results presentations

for a topside structure composed of beams and plates is included.

Learning objectives

Learn how to use the concept modelling technique of GeniE to create finite element (FE) models and analyse

them in Sestra.

Target group

Structural engineers performing design engineering tasks of fixed and floating offshore structures built up of

beams and plates.

Sesam


Prerequisite

Basic knowledge in FE analysis is required. No previous experience in the use of Sesam is necessary.

Geometry based FE modelling and analysis using Patran-Pre – IntroductoryCourse code: SE-02 Duration: 3 days

Description

This is an introductory course to Sesam focusing on the geometry and FE modelling features of Patran-Pre,

structural analysis in Sestra and general results processing in Xtract. Exercises in modelling of a hatch coaming

and a floating structure are included.

Learning objectives

Learn how to create FE models using Patran-Pre and analyse them using Sestra. Learn how to do general results

presentation in Xtract.

Target group

Structural engineers performing design engineering tasks of fixed and floating offshore structures built up of

beams, plates and shells.

Sesam


Prerequisite

Basic knowledge in hydrostatic and hydrodynamic analysis is required. No previous experience in the use of Sesam

is necessary.

Hull modelling for hydrodynamic analysis – IntroductoryCourse code: SE-03 Duration: 2 days

Description

This course focuses on panel modelling of floating shell structures for the purpose of hydrostatic and

hydrodynamic analysis. Mass modelling will be briefly discussed. The modelling tool will be GeniE. Exercises in

panel modelling of a barge and a semi-submersible are included. There will also be a session on import of data

from CAD.

Learning objectives

Learn how to create panel models for use in hydrostatic and hydrodynamic analysis (in HydroD).

Target group

Structural engineers and naval architects involved in hydrostatic and/or hydrodynamic analysis of fixed and

floating offshore structures.

Sesam


Prerequisite

SE-01 Concept based FE modelling and analysis using GeniE – Introductory, or equivalent. The participants should also be

knowledgeable in the importance of FE mesh qualities.

Concept based FE modelling of shell structures – AdvancedCourse code: SE-04 Duration: 3 days

Description

This course focuses on concept modelling and analysis of floating shell structures and other shell structures for

the purpose of structural analysis. GeniE is the modelling tool. Exercises in concept modelling of a tubular joint,

a crane pedestal and/or a semi-submersible are included. There will also be a session on import of data based on

scripting or CAD. Finally, advanced results presentation using Xtract is covered.

Learning objectives

Learn how to use the concept modelling technique of GeniE to create FE models of complex curved shell

structures. Emphasis is put on how to create and tune the FE mesh. Also learn how to extract analysis results

for inclusion in a report.

Target group

Structural engineers involved in detailed design of fixed and floating offshore structures built up by plates/shells

and stiffeners. The course is also relevant for engineers involved in FEED studies.

Sesam


Prerequisite

It is required that the participants are familiar with hydrostatic analysis and key stability parameters. Since this

course does not cover the creation of models used in hydrostatic analysis it is beneficial if the participants have

attended either of the courses SE-03 Hull modelling for hydrodynamic analysis – Introductory or SE-04 Concept based FE

modelling of shell structures – Advanced.

Hydrostatic analysis of offshore floatersCourse code: SE-05 Duration: 1 day

Description

This course focuses on hydrostatic analysis and stability checking of floating structures based on relevant code

check standards. The course is based on HydroD. Exercises in hydrostatic analysis of a barge, a ship and a semi-

submersible are included.

Learning objectives

Learn how to create different loading conditions by filling compartments, perform hydrostatic analysis, assess key

decision factors and perform stability code checks.

Target group

Naval architects involved in conceptual studies as well as detailed engineering of offshore floating structure.

Sesam


Prerequisite

It is required that the participants are familiar with hydrodynamic analysis plus have knowledge in HydroD as

covered by the course SE-05 Hydrostatic analysis of offshore floaters. Since this course does not cover the creation of

models used in hydrodynamic analysis it is beneficial if the participants have attended either of the courses SE-03

Hull modelling for hydrodynamic analysis – Introductory and SE-04 Concept based FE modelling of shell structures – Advanced.

Hydrodynamic analysis of offshore floaters – frequency domainCourse code: SE-06 Duration: 2 days

Description

This course introduces the participants to the Sesam programs for wave load analysis of offshore floaters based on

the frequency domain methodology. The course addresses hydrodynamic analysis, short and long term statistics as

well as transfer of wave loads to structural analysis. HydroD is the main tool supported by Wadam, Postresp and

Xtract.

Learning objectives

Learn how to perform global hydrodynamic response analysis, to transfer loads to structural analysis, to compute

short and long term statistics and to animate results. The exercise is based on a semi-submersible.

Target group

Naval architects involved in conceptual studies as well as detailed engineering of any offshore floating structure.

Sesam


Prerequisite

It is required that the participants are familiar with hydrodynamic analysis plus have knowledge in HydroD as

covered by the course SE-05 Hydrostatic analysis of offshore floaters. Since this course does not cover the creation of

models used in hydrodynamic analysis it is beneficial if the participants have attended either of the courses SE-03

Hull modelling for hydrodynamic analysis – Introductory or SE-04 Concept based FE modelling of shell structures – Advanced.

Hydrodynamic analysis of offshore floaters – time domainCourse code: SE-07 Duration: 2 days

Description

This course introduces the participants to the Sesam programs for wave load analysis of offshore floaters based on

time domain methodology. The course addresses equilibrium analysis, hydrodynamic analysis, short and long term

statistics as well as load transfer of hydrodynamic results to structural analysis. Both linear and non-linear analysis is

included. HydroD is the main tool supported by Wasim, Postresp and Xtract. The participants will also learn how

to create panel models used by the Wasim program.

Learning objectives

Learn how to perform linear and non-linear global hydrodynamic response analysis, to transfer loads to structural

analysis, to compute short and long term statistics and to animate results. The exercise is based on a semi-

submersible.

Target group

Naval architects involved in conceptual studies as well as detailed engineering of any offshore floating structure.

Sesam


Prerequisite

It is required that the participants have attended the course SE-01 Concept based FE modelling and analysis using

GeniE – Introductory or have similar experience.

Topside designCourse code: SE-08 Duration: 1 day

Description

This course focuses on multiple (alternative) analyses, beam code checking and re-design of topside structures.

Reporting of code checking results is also covered. The loads are assumed to be manually applied. The main tools

are GeniE and Sestra.

Learning objectives

Learn how to do multiple analyses and to create different code checking models. The exercise is based on a

topside module.

Target group

Structural engineers performing design engineering tasks of typically topsides and modules.

Sesam


Prerequisite

It is required that the participants have attended SE-01 Concept based FE modelling and analysis using GeniE –

Introductory or have similar experience.

Jacket designCourse code: SE-09 Duration: 2 days

Description

This course focuses on analysis of jackets including the environment (hydrodynamic environment and pile-soil

foundation). Concept modelling of the jacket and environment is done in GeniE, wave load analysis in Wajac, non-

linear pile-soil analysis in Splice, linear static analysis in Sestra and, finally, code checking of beams and tubular

joints in GeniE. The course also covers re-design of members. Fatigue analysis in Framework is also briefly

presented.

Learning objectives

Learn how to model jackets with tubular joints, compute wave loads, perform structure-pile-soil interaction analysis

and code check the results. The exercise is based on a jacket structure including environment.

Target group

Structural engineers performing design engineering tasks of jackets and jack-ups.

Sesam


Prerequisite


Introductory and SE-09 Jacket design or have similar experience. The participants should also have basic knowledge in

non-linear structural analysis.

Progressive collapse analysisCourse code: SE-10 Duration: 2 days

Description

This course covers ultimate strength and progressive collapse analysis of steel space frame structures using Usfos.

Focus is put on plastic limit state analysis of jackets subjected to accidental loads (ship collision, dropped objects,

fire and explosion) and extreme environmental loads (wave, wind and current).

Learning objectives

Learn how to import models created by GeniE into Usfos and add non-linear data necessary to perform

progressive collapse analysis. The participant will also learn how to present and understand the results. The

exercise is based on a jacket.

Target group

Structural engineers performing ultimate strength, accidental and life time extension analysis of jackets.

Sesam


Prerequisite


Introductory and preferably also SE-09 Jacket design or have similar experience.

Wind induced fatigueCourse code: SE-11 Duration: 1 day

Description

This course covers gust wind and vortex shedding induced fatigue analysis of beam structures. The main tool is

Framework. Structure modelling is done in GeniE and computation of static wind loads is done in Wajac.

Learning objectives

Learn how to create static wind loads in GeniE including Wajac and how to use these loads in a gust wind and

vortex shedding induced fatigue analysis in Framework. The exercise is based on a flare tower.

Target group

Structural engineers performing wind fatigue analysis of topside structures.

Sesam


Prerequisite


Introductory or have similar experience.

Installation analysis of jacketsCourse code: SE-12 Duration: 2 days

Description

This course covers installation analysis of jacket structures. Focus is on launching and upending analysis based on

Installjac. Preparation of the jacket model in GeniE, with respect to the installation analysis and subsequent

structural analysis, is also addressed.

Learning objectives

Learn how to do launching and upending analysis and how to create loads for given time steps for use in a

structural analysis. The exercise is based on a jacket launched from a barge.

Target group

Hydrodynamic and structural engineers assessing jacket installations.

Sesam


Prerequisite


Introductory. The participants must also be familiar with hydrodynamic analysis.

Description

This course focuses on design analysis of semi-submersibles. Modelling the structure for FE analysis and the panel

model for hydrodynamic analysis is done in GeniE. The hydrodynamic environment modelling is done in HydroD

and the hydrodynamic analysis in Wadam. Hydrodynamic loads are transferred to the FE model for structural

analysis in Sestra. Hydrodynamic and structural results are presented in Xtract. Code checking beams is done in

GeniE and stiffened plates in Platework. Sub-modelling using Submod and fatigue analysis of plates/shells in

Stofat are also briefly discussed.

Learning objectives

The participants will learn to perform all basic steps of structural and hydrodynamic analysis of a semi-submersible

and similar floating structures.

Target group

Hydrodynamic and structural engineers working with design of offshore floaters.

Semi-submersible analysisCourse code: SE-13 Duration: 4 days

Sesam


Prerequisite

Basic knowledge in FPSO design.

Description

This course focuses on hull girder strength and local strength of plates and stiffeners according to DNV Offshore

Standard OS-C-102 with focus on cross sectional analysis and fatigue.

Learning objectives


strength calculations for FPSOs. In addition to software training, the course will also provide you with basic

understanding of the DNV Offshore Standard OS-C-102 and Recommended Practise RP-C102.

Target group

Hydrodynamic and structural engineers working with design of FPSO.

FPSO rule checkCourse code: SE-14 Duration: 2 days

Sesam


Prerequisite

It is required that the participants are familiar with hydrostatic and hydrodynamic analysis. Since this course does

not cover the creation of models used in hydrostatic or hydrodynamic analysis it is beneficial if the participants

have attended either of the courses SE-03 Hull modelling for hydrodynamic analysis – Introductory or SE-04 Concept based

FE modelling of shell structures – Advanced.

FPSO hydrostatic and hydrodynamic analysisCourse code: SE-15 Duration: 3 days

Description

This course focuses on using HydroD for hydrostatic analysis and stability checking of an FPSO. Furthermore,

hydrodynamic analysis in the frequency domain by use of HydroD including Wadam is covered. Calculation of

short and long term statistics using Postresp is covered as well.

Learning objectives

The participants will learn how to perform hydrostatic and hydrodynamic analysis required for an FPSO.

Target group

Hydrodynamic and structural engineers working with design of FPSO.

Sesam


Prerequisite


Knowledge in Nauticus Hull as covered in SE-14 FPSO Rule Check. It is beneficial if the participant has attended

SE-01 Concept based FE modelling and analysis using GeniE - Introductory.

FPSO cargo hold analysisCourse code: SE-16 Duration: 3 days

Description

The course is an introduction to programs for modelling and FE analyses of FPSOs according to the DNV

Offshore Standard OS-C102. Focus is put on extruding a cross section from section scantlings, 3D modelling and

mesh control in GeniE, applying loads, corrosion additions and boundary conditions according to OS-C102 and

RP-C102, running a Sestra analysis and post-processing using Xtract.

The course will be a combination of lectures and hands-on training. The hands-on example consists of building

and meshing a cargo hold model, analysing it and do stress level assessment. The cross section for the cargo hold

model is extruded from a midship section modelled in Section Scantlings in the SE-14 FPSO rule check course.

The course will also provide an introduction of the DNV Offshore Rules and their requirements to strength

assessment analyses of the cargo hold area.

Learning objectives

After the course you should be able to create FPSO cargo hold models and execute FE analyses for strength and

stress level assessment.

Target group

Structural engineers working with design of FPSO.

Sesam


Prerequisite

SE-01 Concept based FE modelling and analysis using GeniE – Introductory and preferably SE-04 Concept based FE modelling

of shell structures – Advanced.

Advanced use of GeniECourse code: SE-17 Duration: 2 days

Description

This is an advanced GeniE course focusing on how to

� do many analyses including code check runs for each analysis� perform step analyses or incremental build analysis� create a GeniE model, include it in a superelement analysis and import the results back into the GeniE modelfor subsequent post-processing

� create finite element models for parts of a GeniE model� work with different boundary conditions� work with dynamic sets� use the rigid support link for coupling between end of a beam to a shell/plate or many beams� use of the connection point management� use the script language to make own functions, parametric models or import data from other sources like e.g.Excel spreadsheets (typically offset tables)

� create models based on data from other CAE systems or CAD data in form of XML or SAT� deal with model problems as identified by GeniE’s own verification tool

Learning objectives

Learn how to be more efficient by utilizing the advanced functions of GeniE and its scripting language.

Target group

Structural engineers who want to learn more than the basic functionality of GeniE.

Sesam


Prerequisite

It is required that the participants are familiar with hydrodynamic analysis, riser design and non-linear analysis.

No previous experience in use of Sesam is mandatory, but it is beneficial to have knowledge of HydroD equivalent

to SE-06 Hydrodynamic analysis of offshore floaters – frequency domain.

Coupled motion analysis and riser design of offshore floating installationsCourse code: SE-18 Duration: 3 days

Description

This 3 day course introduces the participants to the DeepC tool for carrying out both coupled floater motion

analysis and analysis of individual lines in time domain. Modelling of the slender structure, set-up and execution of

the analysis, as well as postprocessing the analysis results will be covered.

Learning objectives

The following topics will be covered:

� Concept modelling of riser/mooring system and vessels� Environmental load modelling� Coupled analysis, set up and execution� The Seamless interaction with HydroD, Simo, Riflex� Static configuration of vessel/mooring system� Post processing of time series results� Fatigue analysis of lines� ULS code checking of steel risers

Target group

Structural engineers / Naval architects involved in design or verification of floating offshore installations and the

interaction with its risers and moorings.

Sesam


Prerequisite

No previous experience in use of Sesam is required. However, some basic knowledge in riser design and non-linear

FE analysis is required. For extension to coupled analysis of riser systems, see course SE-18 Coupled motion analysis

and riser design of offshore floating installations.

Riser analysisCourse code: SE-19 Duration: 2 days

Description

This 2 day course introduces the participants to the DeepC tool for carrying out riser analysis in time domain

without the effects from a coupled analysis.

Learning objectives

Learn how to analyse marine risers. Following topics will be covered:

� Concept modelling of risers � Environmental load modelling� Analysis of individual lines based on floater RAOs or time series from file � Use of Riflex through DeepC� Post processing of time series results � Fatigue analysis� LS code check of steel risers

Target group

Structural engineers involved in design or verification of marine risers.

Sesam


Prerequisite

It is required that the participants are familiar with hydrodynamic analysis. No previous experience in use of Sesam

is mandatory, but it is beneficial to have knowledge of HydroD equivalent to SE-06 Hydrodynamic analysis of offshore

floaters – frequency domain.

Mooring lines analysisCourse code: SE-20 Duration: 2 days

Description

This 2 day course introduces the participants to the Mimosa tool for frequency domain analysis of mooring lines.

Learning objectives

Learn how to analyse mooring lines. Following topics will be covered:

� Modelling of vessel data and mooring lines � Environmental load modelling� Static and dynamic motion response analysis� Transient motion analysis� Dynamic positioning with thrusters� Interaction with Sesam suite of programs (HydroD/Wadam) � Statistical postprocessing of results

Target group

Naval architects / Structural engineers involved in design of mooring lines.

Sesam


Prerequisite

It is required that the participants are familiar with hydrodynamic analysis. No previous experience in use of Sesam

is mandatory, but it is beneficial to have knowledge of HydroD equivalent to SE-06 Hydrodynamic analysis of offshore

floaters – frequency domain.

Simulation of marine operationsCourse code: SE-21 Duration: 2 days

Description

This 2 day course introduces the participants to the Simo tool for simulation of marine operations, e.g. floatover

installation or deckmating.

Learning objectives

Learn how to simulate marine operations like e.g. floatover and lifting analysis. Following topics will be covered:

� Flexible modelling of multibody systems� Environmental loading due to wind, waves and current� Non-linear time domain simulation� Passive and active control forces� Interaction with Sesam suite of programs (HydroD/Wadam) � Interactive or batch simulation, prepared for real time

Target group

Naval architects involved with analysis of marine operations.

Sesam


Prerequisite

SE-01 Concept based FE modelling and analysis using GeniE – Introductory and SE-04 Concept based FE modelling of shell

structures – Advanced.. The participants should also have knowledge in the principles of stochastic (spectral) fatigue

analysis.

Sub-modelling analysis combined with plate/shell fatigue analysisCourse code: SE-22 Duration: 2 days

Description

This course introduces the participants to the sub-modelling technique which allows a refined analysis of a detail

of the whole structure. Displacements extracted from an analysis of the whole structure are subjected to the sub-

model boundaries together with local loads on the sub-model. Such local sub-model loads may be hydrodynamic

loads. A sub-model analysis facilitates stochastic (spectral) fatigue analysis of a plate/shell detail.

Learning objectives

Learn how to create sub-models in GeniE and use Submod to perform a sub-modelling analysis. Also learn to use

Stofat for stochastic fatigue analysis of plate/shell type structures.

Target group

Structural engineers involved in detailed design of fixed and floating offshore structures built up by plates/shells

and with attention to fatigue problems.

Sesam


Prerequisite

It is required that the participants have attended SE-04 Concept based FE modelling and analysis of shell structures –

Advanced alternatively SE-15 FPSO hydrostatic and hydrodynamic analysis and SE-16 FPSO Cargo Hold Analysis or have

similar knowledge in GeniE and HydroD.

FPSO global strength and spectral fatigue analysisCourse code: SE-23 Duration: 4 days

Description

This course focuses on direct hydrodynamic and strength analysis methods, global structural analysis and spectral

fatigue calculations.

In the course you will learn to carry out global analysis with direct calculated loads using GeniE and HydroD.

Ultimate strength, local analysis and stochastic fatigue calculations are covered with practical examples using

Cutres, Xtract, Puls, Submod and Stofat. The course focuses on practical use of the software tools in the analysis

workflow.

Learning objectives

The participants will learn how to perform all necessary steps of assessing the structural integrity of an FPSO.

Target group

Structural engineers working with design of FPSO.

Safeti


Prerequisite

The course is suitable for new users and for those more experienced users who have not attended a formal

training course or would like a refresher course. A basic understanding of hazard analysis and the concept of

consequence modelling is required, as is some experience of the process industry.

Description

This course is an introduction to the concepts and models within Phast.

It will cover all areas of consequence modelling within the software, including discharge, dispersion, pool

formation and evaporation, fires, explosions and toxic effects. During the course, students will be required to

practice and apply their new knowledge of the software through extensive hands-on workshops.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will understand and be able to use the theoretical and practical

aspects of Phast. They will be able to create a range of scenarios from scratch, modelling the effects of releases of

hazardous material from initial discharge, through dispersion to final flammable and toxic effects. They will also

be able to review and understand results and view these in tabular and graphical form and on maps in order to

assess the effects of hazardous events and mitigate their consequences.

Target group

Those who need to carry out consequence modelling calculations in the process industries including regulators and

legislators, insurance companies, engineering contractors and consultants, or those who need to understand the

output of a consequence model built in Phast.

Phast introductionCourse code: SA-01 Duration: 2 days

Safeti


Prerequisite

The course is suitable for new users and for those more experienced users who have not attended a formal

training course or would like a refresher course. A basic understanding of the concept of consequence modelling

and QRA is required, as is some experience of the process industry. Attendees must have attended SA-01 Phast

Introduction.

Phast Risk introductionCourse code: SA-02 Duration: 2 days

Description

This course is an introduction to the concepts and models within Phast Risk and it is a pre-requisite that attendees

have already attended Phast Introduction training course.

The course will cover all areas of risk modelling within the software including assessment of the impact of

hazardous releases on the human population, taking account of probabilistic meteorological data (wind-roses),

event frequencies, ignition probabilities, and location of population areas. During the course, delegates will be

required to practice and apply their new knowledge of the software through extensive hands-on workshops.

Learning objectives


aspects of Phast Risk. Starting from the release case scenario models developed during the Introduction to Phast

course, participants will use these to develop a simple QRA example. Participants will learn to use the extended

functionality provided by Phast Risk, including population and ignition source definition on a map, and will also

learn about the additional reporting capabilities provided in Phast Risk such as risk contours, F/N curves and risk

ranking reports.

Target group

Those who need to carry out QRA calculations in the process industries including regulators and legislators,

insurance companies, engineering contractors and consultants, or those who need to understand the output of a

QRA model built in Phast Risk.

Safeti


Prerequisite

This course is suitable for users who are already familiar with the software and have either attended SA-01 Phast

Introduction or are experienced users of the software. A good understanding of the concepts of consequence and

discharge modelling is required, as is some experience of using this technology in the process industry.

Phast advanced discharge modellingCourse code: SA-03 Duration: 1 day

Description

This course can be a module of the full 4 day Phast Advanced training or can be delivered standalone. This is a

comprehensive course on the discharge models available within Phast.

Topics covered include:

� Instantaneous releases � Long pipelines� Discharge from vessel/orifice and short pipes � Pool evaporation� Time-varying discharge � Warehouse fires

For each model the course covers the input variables, selection of suitable parameter values, and interpretation of

the various reports and graphs. During the course, students will be required to practise and apply their new

knowledge of the software through extensive hands-on workshops.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will understand the theoretical and practical aspects of the Phast

discharge models. Participants will have a much more detailed knowledge of the discharge models available within

Phast than those who have attended the Phast Introduction course only. They will have a much better

understanding of the capabilities of the models, and their limitations, along with more detailed understanding of

the controlling parameters.

Target group

People who need to carry out detailed consequence modelling calculations using Phast and need a good

understanding of the theoretical basis of the discharge calculations available within the software.

Safeti


Prerequisite


Introduction or are experienced users of the software. A good understanding of the concepts of consequence, discharge

and dispersion modelling is required, as is some experience of using this technology in the process industry.

Phast advanced dispersion and toxic modellingCourse code: SA-04 Duration: 1 day

Description

This course can be a module of the full 4 day Phast Advanced training or can be delivered standalone. This is a

comprehensive course on the dispersion and toxic modelling available within Phast. Topics covered include:

� The Unified Dispersion Model for outdoor releases � Finite-duration and time-dependent effects� Dispersion stages � In-Building release model� Ambient and terrain data � Building Wake Model for handling building � Dispersion model components (jets, heavy-gas, passive dispersion) wake effects

� Thermodynamic model and rainout � Toxic effects models

For each topic, the course provides an overview of the basis of the model, all the input variables, selection of suitable

parameter values, and interpretation of the various reports and graphs. During the course, participants will be required to

practise and apply their new knowledge of the software through extensive hands-on workshops.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will understand the theoretical and practical aspects of the Phast dispersion

modelling. Participants will have a much more detailed knowledge of the models available within Phast than those who

have attended the Phast Introduction course only. They will have a much better understanding of the capabilities of the

models, and their limitations, along with more detailed understanding of the controlling parameters.

Target group

People who need to carry out detailed consequence modelling calculations using Phast and need a good understanding

of the theoretical basis of the dispersion calculations available within the software.

(flashing) two- phase discharge from pipe/vessel

Vapour plume centre-line

SMD droplet trajectory

Distributed rainout; spreading evaporating liquid pool

Safeti


Prerequisite


Introduction or are experienced users of the software. A good understanding of the concepts of consequence,

dispersion and effects modelling is required, particularly for materials which have flammable properties, as is some

experience of using this technology in the process industry.

Phast advanced flammable modellingCourse code: SA-05 Duration: 1 day

Description

This course can be a module of the full 4 day Phast Advanced training or can be delivered standalone. It is a

comprehensive course covering all the flammable models available within Phast. Models which are covered

include:

� BLEVE Blast � TNT explosion� Jet fire � TNO Multi-energy explosion� Pool fire � Baker-Strehlow explosion

For each topic, the course provides an overview of the basis of the model, all the input variables, selection of

suitable parameter values, and interpretation of the various reports and graphs. During the course, participants

will be required to practise and apply their new knowledge of the software through extensive hands-on workshops.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will understand the theoretical and practical aspects of the Phast

flammable and explosion models, how these can be used standalone, or linked with Phast’s other modelling

capabilities. Participants will have a much more detailed knowledge of the flammable models available within

Phast than those who have attended the Phast Introduction course only. They will have a much better

understanding of the capabilities of the models, and their limitations, along with more detailed understanding of

the controlling parameters.

Target group

People who need to carry out detailed consequence modelling calculations using Phast and need a good

understanding of the theoretical basis of the flammable and explosion modelling capabilities available within the

software.

Safeti


Prerequisite

This course is suitable for users who are already familiar with the software and have either attended SA-02 Phast Risk

introduction or are experienced users of the software. A good understanding of the concepts of QRA, consequence,

dispersion and effects modelling is required, as is some experience of using this technology in the process industry.

Phast advanced risk modellingCourse code: SA-06 Duration: 1 day

Description

This course can be a module of the full 4 day Phast Advanced training or can be delivered standalone. It is a

comprehensive course on the risk calculations performed by Phast Risk.

Topics covered in the training include:

� Risk input � Risk output� Risk calculation theory � Route model� Event trees � Advanced use of run rows

For each topic, the course provides an overview of the input variables, selection of suitable parameter values,

understanding detailed description of the methodology used in Phast Risk, risk summarisation and interpretation of the

various reports and graphs. During the course, participants will be required to practise and apply their new knowledge of

the software through extensive hands-on workshops.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will understand the theoretical and practical aspects of Phast Risk. They will

have a much more detailed understanding of the risk calculations than those who have only attended the Phast Risk

Introduction course. The capabilities and limitations of the risk modelling will be covered, including event trees,

vulnerability modelling and how the risk grid is used, along with more detailed description of the controlling parameters.

Target group

People who need to carry out detailed QRA calculations in the process industries using Phast Risk and who need to have

a good understanding of how Phast Risk can be used to help implement risk reduction and mitigation measures.

Participants are likely to be from regulatory authorities, insurance industry, engineering contractors and consultants.

Safeti


Prerequisite


Risk introduction or are experienced users of the software. A good understanding of the concepts of QRA,

consequence, dispersion and effects modelling is required, as is some experience of using this technology in the

process industry.

Phast advanced modellingCourse code: SA-03/06 Duration: 4 days

Description

This 4 day course comprises the individual Advanced Phast modules SA-03 through SA-06 which can be delivered

as a single integrated 4 day training course.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will understand the theoretical and practical aspects of the full range

of modelling capabilities available in Phast and Phast Risk. For each area of modelling covered, participants will

learn about the capabilities and limitations of each model along with detailed description of the controlling

parameters. The model groups are broadly categorised as discharge, dispersion, flammable effects and risk.

Target group

People who need to carry out detailed consequence or risk analysis in the process industries using Phast and Phast

Risk and who need to have a good understanding of the complex modelling technology available within the

software. Participants are likely to be from regulatory authorities, insurance industry, engineering contractors and

consultants or higher education.

Safeti


Prerequisite

This course is suitable for users who are already familiar with the software and have either attended SA-02 Phast Risk introduction

or are experienced users of the software. For those who have already attended SA-02 or are experienced users, the course can be

delivered over 3 days. For less experienced participants who need to be simultaneously trained in the software, the course can be

delivered over 5 days. A good understanding of the concepts of QRA, consequence, dispersion and effects modelling is required,

as is some experience of using this technology in the process industry.

Phast Risk for quantitative risk assessmentCourse code: SA-07 Duration: 3/5 days (See prerequisites)

Description

This course provides extensive guidance on how to use Phast Risk within the context of a Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA).

All the key aspects of the QRA process using Phast Risk are covered in the course.

Some of the topics included are:

� Hazard Identification � Frequency estimation and analysis� Scoping QRA � Building QRA model in Phast Risk� Data collection � Mitigation and reporting� Failure case development � Cost-benefit analyses

In contrast to the standard Phast Risk training that comprehensively covers software functionality and theory, this course adopts a

more practical approach to using Phast Risk to perform a QRA. During the course, participants will be required to practise and

apply their new knowledge of the software through extensive hands-on workshops. The course is structured around building a

basic simplified QRA model using Phast Risk

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will understand and be able to use the theoretical and practical aspects of Phast

Risk to build a QRA model of a hazardous facility. Participants will learn how to identify hazards, divide these into logical

isolatable sections, develop representative failure cases based on these using the “methodical leak/rupture” approach and

acquire all the background data necessary to build a QRA in Phast Risk.

Target group

People who need to carry out QRA in the process industries using Phast and Phast Risk. Participants are likely to be from

regulatory authorities, insurance industry, engineering contractors and consultants.

Safeti


Prerequisite

This course is suitable for new users and for those more experienced users who have not attended a formal training course

or would like a refresher course. An understanding of the concepts of QRA and frequency analysis is required as is some

experience of using this technology in the process industry.

LeakCourse code: SA-08 Duration: 0.5 days

Description

This course provides an introduction to the concepts and models within Leak, DNV’s leak frequency database application

based on the UK HSE Hydrocarbon release database. All the key aspects of setting up a frequency analysis project in Leak

are covered in the course.


� Selecting the calculation basis (hole size or release rate)� Adding equipment items� Determining base elements� Defining� Defining Output categories

During the course, students will be required to practise and apply their new knowledge of the software through a hands-

on workshop.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will understand and be able to use the theoretical and practical aspects of

Leak. Participants will learn how to assess leak frequencies for process plants using the data and analysis tools with Leak.

Target group

People who need to calculate leak frequencies for releases of hazardous material on process plants. Participants are likely

to be from regulatory authorities, insurance industry, engineering contractors and consultants.

Safeti


Prerequisite

This course is suitable for new users and for those more experienced users who have not attended a formal

training course or would like a refresher course.

Orbit Onshore for risk based inspectionCourse code: SA-09 Duration: 5 days

Description

This course is a comprehensive course on Orbit Onshore and its application within Risk Based Inspection (RBI).

The course will teach users the Risk Based Inspection (RBI) methodology within Orbit Onshore and the details of

the likelihood and consequence modules. It will teach users the practical aspects of Orbit Onshore in executing an

RBI analysis including data input, calculations, interpretation of results and formulation of a final inspection plan.

During the course, participants will be required to practise and apply their new knowledge of the software through

extensive hands-on workshops.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to use Orbit Onshore in the execution of a risk-based

inspection for an onshore plant and understand the underlying theoretical basis behind the software.

Target group

This course is suitable for inspection planners, inspection engineers, inspectors, engineering contractors and

consultants.

Safeti


Prerequisite

This course is suitable for new users and for those more experienced users who have not attended a formal

training course or would like a refresher course. Please note, this is only available as part of a broader package of

software and services. Participants should preferably have some basic knowledge of Offshore QRA concepts before

attending.

Neptune introductionCourse code: SA-10 Duration: 4 days

(Please note this is only available as part of a broader package of software and services – please contact your

Regional Sales Manager for more information)

Description

This course is an introduction to the concepts and models within Neptune. The course will teach users how to link

models and setup the dataflow. It will cover the basics of risk modelling within the software including

consequences of a release, event trees and leak frequencies as well as some offshore specific topics. It will also

cover the use of MS -Excel as a model and how to structure projects through use of loops and substudies. During

the course, students will be required to practise and apply their new knowledge of the software through extensive

hands-on workshops.

Learning objectives


aspects of Neptune. It will enable them to construct simple projects in Neptune and also to collaborate on more

complex ones - it will not however make them a Neptune expert.

Target group

This course is suitable for those who need to carry out risk analysis calculations in the offshore process industries:

regulatory authorities, insurance industry, engineering contractors and consultants.

Safeti


Prerequisite

The course is suitable for users who are already familiar with Phast and have previously attended SA-01 Phast

introduction training. SA-03 Phast advanced discharge modelling and SA-04 Phast advanced dispersion and toxic modelling

would also be of benefit but are not mandatory.

Phast multi component modelling extensionCourse code: SA-11 Duration: 1 day

Description

The multi component extension allows users to simulate the release of mixtures more accurately within a range of

the consequence simulation models in Phast. The training course covers the capabilities and limitations of the

enhanced multi-component (MC) methodology.

In this course, the multi component functionality is demonstrated and understanding of this methodology is

enhanced by worked hand calculations. The training also highlights the application’s ability to perform point

property calculations and flash calculations. It also introduces methods of manual workarounds to complex

modelling problems not covered by the standard functionality.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will understand and be able to use the multi component release

modelling in such a way that it can be used appropriately and efficiently within hazard analysis investigations and

QRA studies. They will be able to create a range of multi-component mixtures and use these to generate scenarios

using the MC Vessel model.

Target group

Experienced risk analysts with previous experience using Phast or Phast Risk who need to carry out simulation of

the accidental release of toxic and/or flammable multi component mixtures to the atmosphere. The training does

not cover Phast and Phast Risk usage and assumes delegates are already familiar with the software.

Safeti


Prerequisite

The course is suitable for users who are already familiar with Phast Risk and have previously attended SA-01 Phast

introduction training and SA-02 Phast Risk introduction training. SA-06 Phast advanced risk modelling and SA-13 Phast

advanced explosion modelling would also be of benefit but is not mandatory.

Phast Risk congested explosion modelling extensionCourse code: SA-12 Duration: 1 day

Description

Phast Risk 6.6 contains a new extension for modelling the risks from explosions. This new approach to explosion

modelling takes account of the effects of congestion and confinement when calculating overpressure and impulse

results. The new modelling allows the user to select either the Multi Energy or Baker Strehlow Tang explosion

methodologies. This course describes how to use the extensive new functionality, including defining obstructed

regions, buildings and associated vulnerability characteristics for a range of effect types and creating additional

vulnerability sets for use when assessing exceedance criteria. The training goes on to describe the extensive results

assessment capabilities of the much extended risk reporting functionality available in Phast Risk 6.6.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will understand and be able to use the extended congested explosion

modelling available in the Phast Risk 6.6. This course focuses on the features available in the software and explains

how to use these to build a model of your plant which includes congestion and confinement information as well as

building specific vulnerability characteristics.

Target group

Experienced risk analysts with previous experience using Phast Risk who need to carry out detailed risk modelling

calculations involving explosions. The training does not cover Phast and Phast Risk usage and assumes delegates

are already familiar with the software.

Safeti


Prerequisite

The course is suitable for users who are already familiar with Phast Risk and have previously attended SA-01 Phast

introduction training and SA-02 Phast Risk introduction training. SA-06 Phast advanced risk modelling and SA-12 Phast

Risk congested explosion modelling would also be of benefit but are not mandatory.

Phast Risk advanced explosion modellingCourse code: SA-13 Duration: 1 day

Description

Phast Risk 6.6 contains an extension for modelling the risks from explosions. This approach takes account of the

effects of congestion and confinement when calculating overpressure and impulse results and allows selection of

either the Multi Energy or Baker Strehlow Tang explosion methodologies. This course, which complements SA-12

Phast Risk congested explosion modelling extension, goes into more technical details about the explosion and

vulnerability modelling available in the Phast Risk explosion extension. It describes the theory behind the Multi

Energy and Baker Strehlow Tang models as implemented in Phast Risk and provides background information on

some of the guidance in the literature on how these should be used in practice. These include the GAME, GAMES

and RIGOS projects and the Yellow and Purple Book guidance documents. This training also provides hands-on

guidance on best practice approaches to breaking up real plant geometries into obstructed regions based on the

literature.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will have a good understanding of the theoretical basis of the

congested explosion modelling and vulnerability modelling features available in the Phast Risk explosion

modelling extension. This course focuses on the theoretical basis of the modelling in the software, not software

usage per-se, both in terms of the calculation of effects from explosions and the impact of different vulnerability

characteristics on overall risks to people.

Target group

Experienced risk analysts with previous experience using Phast Risk who need to carry out detailed risk modelling

calculations involving explosions and need a good understanding of the theoretical basis of the explosion

modelling capabilities. The training does not cover Phast and Phast Risk usage and assumes delegates are already

familiar with the software, including the functionality provided by the explosion risk extension.


Prerequisite

This course is suitable for those who are already familiar with the software and have either attended the SA-02

Phast Risk introduction training or have some experience of using the software.

Building a QRA using Phast RiskCourse code: SA-14 Duration: typically 5 days

(Please note this is a custom course tailored to specific customer needs – contact your Regional Sales Manager for

more information as cost will depend on level of customisation required)

Description

For those without QRA experience, taking the concepts covered in other modules (such as SA-07, Phast Risk QRA)

and building a QRA from scratch for a processing unit (or even an entire plant) using Phast Risk can be daunting.

In this customised course we can work with you on a typical facility, or part of a facility, explaining how you would

begin to build a QRA in Phast Risk. We can take you through the entire QRA process, typically for a small idealised

unit of your facility, helping you to scope the QRA, provide advice on how to collect the necessary data, break the

unit into a number of failure cases and build a QRA model in Phast Risk. Based on the simple QRA model

developed, we can then take you through the analysis of results including assessment against acceptance criteria

and measures for mitigating risks.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will have been through the entire process of developing a simple

Phast Risk QRA model with direct relevance to their specific needs by working directly with a DNV Software

expert. Participants will learn how to identify hazards, divide these into logical isolatable sections, develop

representative failure cases based on these and have a better understanding of how and where to acquire all the

background data necessary to build a QRA in Phast Risk.

Target group

People who have been trained in the use of Phast Risk but require further assistance in using it to build their own

QRA models specific to their individual needs.

Safeti

Safeti


Prerequisite

This course is suitable for new users who should preferably have basic understanding of Reliability Availability and

Maintainability (RAM) analysis applied to the process industry. The course is also suitable for more experienced

users who have not attended a formal training course or would like a refresher course. For the less experienced

participants or for those who would like more hands on practice with the software the course can be delivered over

3 days.

MarosCourse code: SA-15 Duration: 2 days

Description

This course provide extensive guidance on how to use Maros to perform a range of analyses from a basic Reliability

Availability and Maintainability (RAM) study to a more comprehensive plant-wide lifecycle performance forecasting

analysis. All the key aspects of typical upstream asset evaluation and optimization studies are covered in the course.


• Introduction to reliability and RAM analysis

• Construction of a virtual network model representing the facilities

• Add reliability data, operational logic (e.g. flaring operations), maintenance strategy, etc. depending on scope

to build an integrated model that can simulate closely the asset of interest

• Lifecycle prediction of asset performance through key indicators

• Sensitivity analysis to assess merits of ‘what-if’ scenarios such as alternative design configuration, operational

strategy, etc.

Learning objectives

The aim of this course is to explain the dynamic simulation concept adopted in Maros and to review the main

software features & functionality. During the course, participants will be required to practise and apply their

newly acquired knowledge of the software through extensive hands-on tutorials. Upon completion of this course

participants should be able to scope, prepare for, run a performance forecasting analysis and produce typical

outputs. The trainees will have a working knowledge of the software as well as a good appreciation of tool’s

capabilities and spectrum of applications Maros can be applied to.

Target group

Those who need to carry out or understand the output of RAM analysis and Asset Evaluation & Optimization

Studies in the Upstream sector of the oil and gas industry.

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Prerequisite

This course is suitable for new users who should preferably have basic understanding of Reliability Availability and

Maintainability (RAM) analysis applied to the process industry. The course is also suitable for more experienced

users who have not attended a formal training course or would like a refresher course. For the less experienced

participants or for those who would like more hands on practice with the software the course can be delivered over

3 days.

Taro RefineryCourse code: SA-16 Duration: 2 days

Description

This course provide extensive guidance on how to use Taro to perform a range of analysis from a basic Reliability

Availability and Maintainability (RAM) analysis to a more comprehensive plant-wide lifecycle performance

forecasting analysis. All the key aspects of a typical downstream asset evaluation and optimization studies are

covered in the course. Some of the topics included are:

• Overview of Taro modelling approach and basic concept

• Add reliability data, operational logic (e.g. tank level management), oil supply profile, any logistics and transport

definition if taken into account, etc. to build an integrated model that can simulate closely the assets of interest

• Interpretation of results produced

• Sensitivity analysis to assess merits of ‘what-if’ scenarios such as alternative design configuration, operational

strategy, etc.

Learning objectives

The aim of this course is to review the main features and functionality available in Taro. During the course,

participants will be required to practise and apply their new knowledge of the software through extensive hands-on

tutorials. Upon completion of this course participants should be able to scope, prepare for, run a performance

forecasting analysis and produce typical outputs.

Target group

People who need to carry out RAM analysis, Asset Evaluation & Optimization Studies in the downstream or

midstream sectors of the oil and gas industry (e.g. a Refinery), petrochemical and chemical industries.

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