Certified Digital Refinery & Flow Network Specialist (CDRFNS)®
Program Overview
The Certified Digital Refinery & Flow Network Specialist (CDRFNS)® is a next-generation credential designed to prepare professionals for the transformation of oil and gas processing through automation, digitalization, and sustainable technologies. It provides a deep understanding of refinery operations, gas processing systems, terminal logistics, and the intelligent flow of hydrocarbons through digital infrastructures.
This certification equips participants with hands-on skills in SCADA-controlled networks, automated terminal controls, green process design, and digital performance monitoring, aligning technical proficiency with strategic decarbonization goals and operational excellence.
Why this Certification Matters
As global energy systems transition toward cleaner, more efficient, and automated operations, refineries and processing facilities are rapidly adopting smart systems to stay competitive. There is an urgent demand for professionals who understand how to integrate real-time data, control systems, and sustainable chemistry principles into midstream and downstream operations.
The CDRFNS® credential provides validation of skills required to manage digital refinery ecosystems, optimize process flows, minimize downtime, and drive green innovation across oil and gas networks.
Key Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, CDRFNS® professionals will be able to:
- Design and manage digitally connected refinery and gas processing systems
- Operate SCADA-driven control environments across flow networks
- Monitor and optimize terminal logistics and storage operations in real-time
- Implement green chemistry and emission reduction strategies in refining
- Apply AI, digital twins, and IoT tools for predictive maintenance
- Ensure regulatory compliance and cybersecurity in automated facilities
- Analyze energy flows, bottlenecks, and KPIs using smart dashboards
- Integrate digital instrumentation and control into process safety systems
Certification Curriculum Domains
- Refinery and Petrochemical Plant Operations
- Gas Processing, NGL Recovery, and Terminal Logistics
- SCADA, DCS, and PLC-Based Control Systems
- Real-Time Monitoring and Intelligent Asset Management
- Green Chemistry and Sustainable Process Design
- Digital Twin and Predictive Maintenance in Refining
- Cybersecurity in Critical Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
- Performance Optimization Using AI and Advanced Analytics
- Carbon Monitoring and ESG Integration in Flow Networks
Who Should Enroll?
This program is designed for professionals engaged in digital transformation and operational performance across midstream and downstream sectors, including:
Refinery Engineers and Technicians
Process Engineers and Terminal Operators
Control Systems and SCADA Specialists
Energy Transition Managers
HSE and Operations Managers
Digital Oilfield Engineers
Automation and Instrumentation Experts
Environmental and Sustainability Analysts
How to Prepare
Candidates gain access to:
- Interactive eLearning modules and system simulators
- Real-world case studies from refineries and terminals
- SCADA and DCS training environments
- Green chemistry templates and design frameworks
- Assessment guides and mock examinations
About the CDRFNS® Examination
- Format: Online proctored exam
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Questions: 60 (multiple-choice and scenario-based)
- Passing Score: 70%
- Credential Validity: 3 years
- Renewal: Based on CPD or exam retake
Certification Fee
- Standard Fee: $495
- Optional Printed Certificate: $30
- Corporate/Group Discounts: Available upon request
How to Register
- Visit www.IBOGP®.org
- Navigate to the Midstream & Downstream Certifications section
- Select CDRFNS® – Certified Digital Refinery & Flow Network Specialist
- Complete your application and payment
- Begin the program and schedule your certification exam
Advance the Future of Digital Refining
Join the forefront of refinery and gas processing innovation with the CDRFNS® credential. Build the technical depth and digital agility needed to lead operational excellence in a data-driven, sustainable energy.
Paced Training, Exam Fees
Payment covers the exam only. Complimentary exam guide and practice questions will be provided to assist you.
Instructor-Led Training
Enroll in a 5-day program with 2 hours of live instruction each day, led by industry experts for $4,500 USD.
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