Petrochemical Production Technology
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The petrochemical industry transforms raw hydrocarbons into the building blocks of modern life, yet its complex production technology remains a black box to most professionals outside the sector. This micro-diploma demystifies the processes, from feedstock selection to final product purification, providing the theoretical foundation needed to manage, optimize, or supervise petrochemical operations.
What You Will Learn
- 1 Learn the fundamentals of the petrochemical industry and its global structure.
- 2 Understand the types and sourcing of feedstocks including natural gas liquids and naphtha.
- 3 Analyze primary processing technologies such as steam cracking and catalytic reforming.
- 4 Explore separation techniques including distillation, absorption, and extraction.
- 5 Apply polymerization processes for producing polyethylene, polypropylene, and other polymers.
- 6 Develop safety management systems compliant with OSHA and ISO 45001.
- 7 Implement quality control methods for petrochemical products using ASTM standards.
- 8 Optimize plant operations for energy efficiency and cost reduction.
- 9 Plan maintenance strategies using reliability-centered maintenance principles.
- 10 Evaluate emerging technologies including bio-based feedstocks and carbon capture utilization.
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