Valve Technology (Selection, Operation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting)
Course overview
Deslog Training & Consulting delivers a Valve Technology (Selection, Operation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting) training program aimed at equipping oil and gas professionals with the technical knowledge and hands-on skills needed to maintain safe, reliable, and efficient valve performance across industrial facilities.
This 10-day intensive program provides participants with a solid understanding of valve types, selection criteria, operating principles, maintenance strategies, inspection techniques, and systematic troubleshooting methods. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical case studies and field-based applications to ensure optimal valve reliability and asset integrity across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.
Delivered by experienced industry professionals, this program is structured to enhance operational performance, minimize unplanned shutdowns, reduce maintenance costs, and strengthen safety and compliance standards.
Who should attend
This training is suitable for:
- Mechanical Engineers
- Maintenance Engineers & Technicians
- Pipeline Engineers
- Production & Process Engineers
- Reliability Engineers
- Inspection Engineers
- Asset Integrity Personnel
- Operations & Plant Supervisors
- QA/QC Engineers
- Project Engineers
- HSE Professionals involved in mechanical integrity
Course objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand valve fundamentals, classifications, and functions
- Identify and differentiate between major valve types and their applications
- Select appropriate valves based on process conditions and service requirements
- Interpret valve specifications, standards, and datasheets
- Understand valve materials, trims, sealing systems, and actuation methods
- Perform proper valve installation, operation, and commissioning procedures
- Implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
- Diagnose common valve failures and apply structured troubleshooting techniques
- Improve valve reliability, safety, and lifecycle performance
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
Course outline
Our comprehensive curriculum includes:
- Valve Fundamentals
- Types of Valves & Applications
- Valve Selection & Specification
- Valve Actuation & Control Systems
- Installation & Commissioning
- Valve Operation
- Valve Maintenance Strategies
- Inspection & Testing
- Valve Failures & Troubleshooting
- Reliability & Asset Integrity
Benefits
Participants and organizations will benefit from:
- Improved valve reliability and extended service life
- Reduced downtime and maintenance costs
- Enhanced safety and regulatory compliance
- Better valve selection decisions
- Improved troubleshooting capability
- Increased operational efficiency
- Reduced leakage and environmental risks
- Stronger asset integrity management
Frequently asked questions
How long is the training program?
The program runs for 5 intensive training days (can be delivered consecutively or modularly).
Is the course theoretical or practical?
The course combines classroom theory, real-life case studies, interactive discussions, and practical examples.
Do participants receive certification?
Yes. Participants who successfully complete the program will receive a Certificate of Completion from Deslog Training & Consulting.
Can this training be delivered on-site?
Yes, the program can be delivered on-site or virtually, depending on organizational needs.
Is prior experience required?
Basic engineering or technical background is recommended, but the course is structured to accommodate varying experience levels.
All our courses can run on a customised schedule
Regardless of the dates shown, we can arrange this training for your team at a time and location that suits you.