Introduction to Piping Engineering

About this course

Piping engineering is one of the most important disciplines in oil & gas, petrochemical, and process plant projects. Every plant—whether onshore or offshore—depends on a well-designed piping system to safely transport fluids, gases, and utilities. For anyone planning a career in these industries, understanding piping engineering fundamentals is essential.Introduction to Piping Engineering is a structured, beginner-level course designed to give you a clear understanding of piping engineering from the basics. In this course, you will start with the fundamentals of piping engineering and learn common industry terminology used in projects. Another important part of this course is understanding the overall piping engineering workflow. You will gain a high-level view of how piping activities progress from the initial concept stage through design, construction, and commissioning. You will also learn how piping engineering works in coordination with other disciplines such as process, mechanical, civil, electrical, and instrumentation.These topics are presented at an introductory level to build awareness and confidence before moving to advanced studies.This course is taught using practical explanations based on real project experience, focusing on how piping engineering is applied in actual industry projects rather than textbook definitions. The lessons are concise, well-organized, and designed to help you build a strong foundation.

Course objectives

• build a foundational knowledge of piping engineering
• enhance awareness and confidence before advancing to more complex topics