Aspen HYSYS: Introduction to Process Modeling

Course Category : Oil & Gas Management

A specialised foundational course designed to build practical competence in modelling and simulating oil and gas process systems using Aspen HYSYS, following flexible operational methodologies and recognised industry standards
Duration: 5 Days
Level: Beginner

Introduction

Aspen HYSYS is widely recognised as a core simulation platform within the oil and gas industry due to its strength in modelling continuous hydrocarbon processes. This course provides a structured and accessible entry point for engineers seeking to develop reliable simulation skills
The programme emphasises hands-on understanding of the HYSYS environment, fluid package selection, stream definition, and modelling of essential oil and gas unit operations, enabling participants to build realistic and operationally relevant process models.

Targeted Audience

Oil and Gas Process Engineers
Production and Surface Facilities Engineers
Operations Engineers in continuous processing plants
Junior Design Engineers
Fresh graduates in petroleum or chemical engineering
Technical professionals transitioning into simulation roles

Targeted Skills

Understanding the Aspen HYSYS environment and interface
Configuring hydrocarbon fluid packages
Developing continuous process flow diagrams
Modelling core separation and processing units
Running and stabilising simulations
Analysing operational process results

Expected Outcomes

Confident use of Aspen HYSYS for oil and gas process modelling.
Configuring appropriate fluid packages for hydrocarbon systems.
Building continuous process models based on realistic operating scenarios.
Simulating core separation and processing units and analysing performance.
Establishing a practical foundation for advanced HYSYS applications.

Training Topics Index

Role of simulation in oil and gas operations
Aspen HYSYS within AspenTech solutions
Continuous process characteristics
Simulation model architecture

Exploring the HYSYS workspace
Creating process flow diagrams
Defining streams and unit operations
Model readiness verification

Selecting appropriate fluid packages
Defining hydrocarbon mixtures
Gas and liquid system modelling
Property impacts on process behaviour

Separators
Heat exchangers
Compressors and pumps
Mixing and splitting operations

Running and stabilising simulations
Reviewing operational results
Pressure and temperature analysis
Resolving convergence issues

Course Features

Updated and Interactive Content
Hypothetical Examples and Case Studies
Pre- and Post-assessments to Measure Impact
Verified Certificate with a QR Verification Code

Aspen HYSYS: Introduction to Process Modeling