Catalytic Cracking & Reforming Technologies in Refineries
An in-depth course on the heart of modern refining: fluid catalytic cracking (FCC), catalytic reforming and complementary conversion technologies. Learn the chemistry, reactor configurations, catalyst systems, operating variables, yield optimisation and HSE considerations of the units that convert heavy feedstocks into gasoline, diesel and petrochemical building blocks.
What You'll Learn
- Explain the chemistry of catalytic cracking and reforming reactions
- Describe FCC reactor/regenerator configurations and operating variables
- Understand catalyst selection, deactivation and regeneration cycles
- Identify reforming reaction routes and platinum-catalyst behaviour
- Optimise yields, octane and product quality across operating windows
- Recognise HSE hazards specific to high-temperature catalytic units
Course Curriculum
Refinery Conversion Overview
Where FCC and reforming sit in the modern refinery process flow.
Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC)
Reactor/regenerator design, riser cracking, catalyst circulation, and yield slate.
FCC Catalysts & Additives
Zeolite-based catalysts, ZSM-5, metals tolerance, and deactivation mechanisms.
Catalytic Reforming
Naphtha reforming chemistry, semi-regen vs CCR, reactor staging and hydrogen yield.
Operating Variables & Yield Optimisation
Severity, conversion, octane number, hydrogen balance and product quality.
HSE in Conversion Units
High-temperature hazards, catalyst handling, emergency depressurisation and incident lessons.
Who This Course Is For
- Refinery process engineers and trainees
- Operations and console operators in conversion units
- HSE professionals supporting downstream facilities
- Process technologists and operations supervisors
- Engineering students transitioning into refining
Requirements
- Basic chemistry & refining process fundamentals are helpful but not required
- Familiarity with hydrocarbon products is an advantage
- A desktop, tablet, or mobile device with internet access
- A free Udemy account to enroll and receive your certificate
Why Enroll in This Course
This course is part of PTI Oman’s full catalogue of 26+ professional HSE and process-engineering training programmes. Content is designed around OSHA, ISO 45001 and downstream-industry best practice (API, IOGP) and is delivered by trainers with hands-on experience in GCC refining operations.
Upon completion you receive a verifiable Udemy Certificate of Completion, widely accepted by HSE, operations and engineering departments across the oil & gas downstream sector.
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