Online Course

You will need access to: 

• A computer (PC, laptop or Mac) operating on: 
  Windows 7 or later Mac OS 10.10 (Yosemite) or later, preferably Mac OS 10.12 (Sierra)
  All our teaching materials are smartphone and tablet friendly. However, you’re likely to need a laptop or computer keyboard for completing the end of course assessment comfortably.  

MyAberdeen is compatible with all browsers except Internet Explorer. You can use:

• Google Chrome (recommended)
• Microsoft Edge (PC only)
• FireFox
• Safari

• For mobile
  MyAberdeen is also available as an app, called the Blackboard app. It allows you to access course essentials on smartphone and mobile devices.

• Reliable internet access with reasonable download speed. We broadly estimate at least 2Mbps so that you can benefit from the interactive one-to-one tutor time. 

• Speakers or headphones 
  A headset with built-in microphone and earphones is useful if you’re likely to study in an environment with background noise. 
   
• A webcam will be required to verify your ID during the Welcome Session (or alternative arrangements may be made by contacting the coordinator prior to the course at cpdservices@abdn.ac.uk).  A webcam may also be desirable for some interactive sessions. 

This course is delivered in English. Some technical language may be used, so an understanding of the oil and gas industry may be beneficial but is not essential. Please see our guide to the English Language requirements here.

This CPD course runs over approx. 4-5 weeks.  A mandatory 'Welcome Session' is delivered live prior to the course starting so that your ID can be verified for ECITB purposes.

Week 1 starts on the Monday when the first block of learning materials are released (topics 1-4).  Learners are expected to work through these topics before meeting the academic team later that week.  After this topic 5 will be released. 

Week 2 involves a live collaborate session covering topic 5.  Access will then be given to topics 6 and 7

Week 3 involves a live collaborate session covering topics 6 & 7, and then access will be given to the end-of-course assessment.  You will have 1 further week until the deadline for completion of the assessment.

Approximately 6 hours of online participation is required each week, to go over the course materials and participate in the live collaborate sessions.

This CPD course requires learners to work through the materials in their own time (approximately 7 hours per week for watching the recorded lectures plus participation in the live collaborate sessions).  Learners can join live collaborate sessions with other students and the academic team to open discussion and ask questions.   There will be 3 live collaborate sessions lasting around 1 hour each, within the 3 week time period. These live events are recorded so you can watch later if you are unable to attend on the dates scheduled.   There is also a live Welcome collaborate session at the start of the course which is mandatory to attend. 

Participants can also engage in the interactive chat function with other participants.. What's more, all of the materials are pre-recorded, so you don't need to worry about missing out or being online at specific times, taking the stress out of learning.  

See details on the registration page for course start dates, dates/times of the live sessions, and the deadline for completing the end-of-course assessment (usually within 4 weeks of the course start date).

At home, on the go, in the park… the choice is endless. And chosen by you. As long as you can access the internet, you can study with us – meaning you can get the same ECITB approved CPD certificate as our campus students without having to travel or commute.

We require use of a camera for the Welcome Session only so we can verifiy your ID.  After that you can choose whether to switch on your camera or not.

Learners will have access to the teaching materials via the MyAberdeen learning portal.  Three webinars have been schedule for learners to discuss the topics amongst themselves and with the course developers.  Should you be unable to attend these webinars, there will also be chat rooms for each topic and support can be offered via the course co-ordinator.  You‘ll be part of a community of learners and can chat with your classmates on our discussion boards around the clock. 

Wherever you are in the world, you’ll feel part of our very special Aberdeen learning community. 

Studying with us will help you reach your goals. Studying online shows employers that you are self-motivated, can manage your own time and are dedicated to your own development. 

“If an applicant has achieved their academic goals while juggling the demands of work or a busy home life, then that is definitely someone I’d be keen to speak to.” 

Scott Burnett - University Relationship Manager, Santander UK 

If you’re keen to learn more, we have a diverse range of part-time, online courses you can use to take your knowledge and expertise to the next level. They can all be studied around full-time work:

• View our online short courses in Decommissioning.
• View our online courses in Energy.
• View our Masters in Decommissioning.

The spring online course is as follows:

• Welcome:  Friday 26th April, 10am (mandatory attendance)
• 1st collaborate(Prof John Paterson/Prof Astley Hastings) - Friday 3rd May, 10am
• 2nd collaborate (Prof Alex Kemp) - Wednesday 8th May, 10am
• 3rd collaborate (Prof Richard Neilson/Dr Alfonso Martinez-Felipe) - Wednesday 15th May, 10am
• Assessment - by Monday 20th May

Whilst attendance at the collaborate sessions are optional, we must verify your ID for ECITB purposes therefore the Welcome Session is mandatory.

Please download the ECITB registration form here before registering at the link below:

***REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED***

Online course fees:

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The 2-day in-person course will be delivered on Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th September 2024, at the National Decommissioning Centre in Newburgh, Aberdeenshire, AB41 6AA.

**REGISTER HERE**

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The November online course schedule is as follows:

• Welcome:  Friday 1st Nov, 10am (mandatory attendance)
• Official Start:  Monday 4th Nov
• 1st collaborate (Prof John Paterson/Prof Astley Hastings) - Thursday 7th Nov, 1pm
• 2nd collaborate (Prof Alex Kemp) - Wednesday 13th Nov, 10am
• 3rd collaborate (Prof Richard Neilson/Dr Alfonso Martinez-Felipe) - Thursday 21st Nov, 10am
• Assessment - by Monday 25th Nov

Whilst attendance at the collaborate sessions are optional, we must verify your ID for ECITB purposes therefore the Welcome Session is mandatory.

Please download the ECITB registration form here before registering at the link below:

**REGISTER HERE**

Online course fees:

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The February 2025 online course schedule is as follows:

• Welcome:  Friday 7th Feb, 10am (mandatory attendance)
• Official Start:  Monday 10th Feb
• 1st collaborate (Prof John Paterson/Prof Astley Hastings) - Friday 14th Feb, 10am
• 2nd collaborate (Prof Alex Kemp) - Wednesday 19th Feb, 10am
• 3rd collaborate (Prof Richard Neilson/Dr Alfonso Martinez-Felipe) - Wednesday 26th Feb, 10am
• Assessment - by Monday 3rd March

Whilst attendance at the collaborate sessions are optional, we must verify your ID for ECITB purposes therefore the Welcome Session is mandatory.

Please download the ECITB registration form here before registering at the link below:

**REGISTER HERE**

Online course fees:

Payment Types, Terms & Conditions, Data Privacy & Complaints Procedure

The May 2025 online course schedule is as follows:

• Welcome:  Friday 2nd May, 10am (mandatory attendance)
• Official Start:  Monday 5th May
• 1st collaborate (Prof John Paterson/Prof Astley Hastings) - Friday 9th May, 10am
• 2nd collaborate (Prof Alex Kemp) - Wednesday 14th May, 10am
• 3rd collaborate (Prof Richard Neilson/Dr Alfonso Martinez-Felipe) - Wednesday 21st May, 10am
• Assessment - by Monday 26th May

Whilst attendance at the collaborate sessions are optional, we must verify your ID for ECITB purposes therefore the Welcome Session is mandatory.

Please download the ECITB registration form here before registering at the link below:

**REGISTER HERE**

Online course fees:

Payment Types, Terms & Conditions, Data Privacy & Complaints Procedure

This 2-day in-person course will be delivered on Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th September 2025, at the National Decommissioning Centre in Newburgh, Aberdeenshire.

Registation is not yet open.  Please Register your Interest to keep up-to-date of when registrations open.

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