Advanced Drilling A-Z of Best Practices

In today’s fast-evolving oil and gas industry, drilling teams must have a well-rounded understanding of various disciplines to successfully drill a well. The Advanced Drilling A-Z of Best Practices training course provides participants with the critical knowledge and skills needed to manage drilling operations, whether for shallow wells or challenging high-pressure scenarios.

Tailored for engineers and field personnel involved in drilling program planning and execution, this training course covers all aspects of drilling technology, focusing on both theoretical principles and hands-on applications. Participants will interact with the computer software used in modern well design, gaining a deeper understanding of the theories behind it and how they are applied in practice. The training course also covers advanced Mud Logging techniques and operations.

The course offers a robust foundation in drilling and well planning, covering key areas like drilling fluids, drill string design, hydraulic optimization, and troubleshooting common drilling problems. Participants will gain insights into drill string components, how to optimize their use, evaluating weight on bit (WOB), choosing the correct drill collar size, and applying practical strategies to assess drill string performance in both vertical and directional wells.

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

• Drill wells cost-effectively while maximizing penetration rates
• Evaluate and avoid potential stuck pipe issues through optimized hole cleaning and rate of penetration (ROP)
• Design drill strings, blowout preventer (BOP) systems, and wellheads, as well as implement bit and hydraulics programs
• Create Bottom Hole Assembly (BHA) designs for effective deviation, directional, and horizontal drilling control
• Recognize and address well control challenges using Mud Logging principles and techniques

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

• Drilling Engineers
• Well Site Supervisors
• Drilling Contractors
• Drilling Supervisors
• Trainee Drillers

This Advanced Drilling A-Z of Best Practices training course will utilize a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The facilitator will provide interactive presentation that incorporates slides, videos, group discussion, and practical exercises to examine all aspects of the topic.