By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the basic principles of amine treating and SWS
• Identify key components and process flow
• Operate units efficiently under normal conditions
• Recognize common operational problems
• Apply simple troubleshooting techniques
• Maintain stable and safe operation

• Process Engineers
• Operations Engineers
• Shift Supervisors
• Field Operators
• Maintenance & Technical Staff

• Classroom lectures with simple explanations
• Group discussions
• Q&A sessions

Day 1: Basics of Amine Treating & SWS

Topics:

• Purpose of amine systems and SWS in refineries
• Acid gases: H₂S and CO₂ basics
• Overview of process flow:
• Amine absorption and regeneration
• Sour water stripping
• Importance for safety and environment

Outcome:
Clear understanding of why these units are essential.

Day 2: Amine Treating System Operation

Topics:

• Main equipment:
• Absorber (contactor)
• Regenerator (stripper)
• Heat exchangers
• Types of amines (MEA, DEA, MDEA – basic overview)
• Key operating parameters:
• Temperature
• Pressure
• Circulation rate
• Rich vs lean amine

Outcome:
Understanding of how the amine system works and is operated.

Day 3: Sour Water Stripping (SWS)

Topics:

• What is sour water
• Sources of sour water in refinery units
• SWS process:
• Stripping H₂S and ammonia
• Main equipment:
• Stripping column
• Reboiler
• Key operating conditions
• Treated water quality

Outcome:
Understanding of how SWS removes contaminants from water streams.

Day 4: Operational Challenges & Optimization

Topics:

• Common issues in amine systems:
• Foaming
• Corrosion
• Amine degradation
• Common issues in SWS:
• Poor stripping efficiency
• Scaling and fouling
• Monitoring performance
• Simple ways to improve efficiency
• Maintaining stable operation

Outcome:
Ability to identify problems and improve unit performance.

Day 5: Troubleshooting & Best Practices

Topics:

• Identifying problems:
• High H₂S in treated gas
• Off-spec water
• Basic troubleshooting approach
• Good operating practices:
• Chemical control
• Filtration
• Regular monitoring
• Safety considerations
• Course summary and discussion

Outcome:
Confidence in handling daily operation issues and maintaining performance.

After completing the course, participants will receive a CDGA completion certificate.