Introduction to PSV Sizing Calculation

Course Description

This course provides guidelines on how to perform PSV sizing calculations in the oil and gas industry using HYSYS Simulation Program.

Learners will gain practical experience in pressure safety valve calculations through exercises and case studies, which include the selection and sizing of pressure safety valves for oil and gas industrial applications.

Course Module

Part 1: Introduction

1.1 What is PSV?

1.2 Why do we need PSV?

1.3 Types of PSV

1.4 How does PSV work?

Part 2: Important Terminologies

2.1 Definitions

Part 3: PSV Sizing Scenario

3.1 Causes of Overpressure

Part 4: Standard for PSV Sizing Calculation

4.1 Overview of Relevant Standards

4.2 PSV Sizing Criteria

Part 5: PSV Sizing Calculation

5.1 Fire Case

5.2 Blocked Oulet Case

5.3 Inlet Control Valve Failure Case

Summary

Post-Test