Artificial Lift
| Code | Date | Time | Duration | Location | Currency | Team of 10 Per Person | Team of 7 Per Person | Early Bird Fee Per Person | Normal Fee Per Person |
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| PEA-AL-26 | 06 - 31 Jul 2026 | 10:30 PM Indian Time |
2 Hours Per Day
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Zoom Online
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USD
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1850
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2000
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2500
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3000
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The classes will be online via zoom for 4 weeks. Sessions will be held only On Mon, Wed & Friday With 2 Hours / Session.
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Artificial Lift
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of artificial lift systems used in oil and gas production. Participants will learn how to select, design, and optimize various artificial lift methods to enhance production performance across diverse reservoir conditions.
Description
The Artificial Lift course is designed to equip oil and gas professionals with in-depth knowledge of modern artificial lift systems and their practical applications in field operations.
The program covers major artificial lift technologies, including sucker rod pumping, gas lift, electric submersible pumps (ESP), and progressive cavity pumps (PCP).
Through technical sessions, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will gain a solid understanding of how to diagnose production problems, evaluate lift performance, and implement cost-effective solutions. The course also emphasizes digital monitoring, automation, and optimization techniques that drive production efficiency in today’s evolving energy sector.
Artificial lift systems play a crucial role in maintaining and increasing production from mature, low-pressure, or high-water-cut wells. This course introduces the principles behind each artificial lift method, focusing on their operational mechanisms, equipment components, selection criteria, and performance evaluation. Participants will explore design considerations, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices for achieving optimal production rates and equipment longevity.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand the working principles of major artificial lift methods.
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Select the most suitable lift system for specific well and reservoir conditions.
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Design and optimize artificial lift installations for enhanced production.
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Diagnose and resolve common artificial lift operational issues.
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Apply digital monitoring and data-driven optimization techniques.
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Evaluate economic and operational performance to reduce lifting costs.
The course is delivered through interactive presentations, practical case studies, and problem-solving exercises. Participants will engage in real-world examples and group discussions that reinforce theoretical concepts with field experience. Digital simulation tools and performance analysis techniques will be introduced to demonstrate lift system optimization.
Organizations will benefit from:
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Improved well productivity and reduced operating costs.
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Enhanced reliability and longevity of artificial lift systems.
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Reduced downtime through proactive troubleshooting and optimization.
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A technically skilled workforce capable of applying modern lift technologies.
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Better decision-making supported by digital and analytical insights.
Participants will gain:
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A thorough understanding of artificial lift principles and field applications.
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The ability to identify and solve production and equipment challenges.
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Practical skills in lift system design, analysis, and optimization.
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Confidence in selecting suitable technologies for cost-effective well operation.
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Increased technical competence and career advancement opportunities.
This course is ideal for:
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Production and Petroleum Engineers
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Drilling and Completion Engineers
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Field and Operations Engineers
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Well Intervention and Optimization Specialists
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Reservoir Engineers involved in production planning
Sucker Rod Pump System
Introduction to Artificial Lift Need.
Well types.
IPR and VLP concepts.
Types of A/L
General Overview for SRP.
Main principle.
Prongs and cons
Sucker Pumping System Components.
Surface equipment including surface unit and well head set up.
Downhole string including pumps, rods and all accessories
System Design and Selection.
How to design and select materials for full system depending on well condition
Completion RIH procedures.
Standard procedures for RIH
Surface unit installation procedures.
Standard procedures for surface unit set up
SRP Main Problems, Troubleshooting and Monitoring.
Gas lock, gas interference and pump stuck problems.
Tubing wear and cracks.
Troubleshooting scheme.
Pumping Unit Inspection and Maintenance Procedures.
PM and CM
Sucker Rod Care and Handling Procedures.
Best Practice for handling
Gas lift principle and overview
Principle and working mechanism
Advantages and disadvantages.
Pros and cons
Types of gas lift systems.
Continuous and intermittent systems Type of Gas Lift Valves
Unloading, operating and dummy valves Installing gas lift valves.
Using KOT for installing and retrieving. Unloading and operating process.
Startup and operating procedures
Gas lift optimization and troubleshooting.
Progressive Cavity Pump System
Artificial Lift Concept
PCP System General
PCP System Operations
PCP System Surface Components
PCP System Down hole Components
PCP Pressure development
Pump Testing
Elastomer Selection
Elastomer Tests
PCP System Design Using Software and Manual Calculations
Sand Management
Gas Management
Rig less Solutions
Installation
System startup, Monitoring and Optimization
Troubleshooting
Cases Failure analysis
Closing
Electric Submersible Pump
Introduction and ESP equipment
Introduction.
ESP Pump
ESP Motor
ESP Seal Section
ESP Cable design and operation
Intakes and gas separators overview
ESP hand design and equipment selection
Calculation of Total Dynamic Head
Free Gas into Pump Calculations
Full Equipment Selection
ESP design inputs data sheet.
Hand design example.
Surveillance and Troubleshooting of ESP system
ESP Surveillance guidelines
Real-time Monitoring
ESP Troubleshooting practices
Actual Troubleshooting cases (+ 15 different Case)
Gas lift principle and overview.
Principle and working mechanism
Advantages and disadvantages.
Pros and cons
Types of gas lift systems.
Continuous and intermittent systems Type of Gas Lift Valves
Unloading, operating and dummy valves Installing gas lift valves.
Using KOT for installing and retrieving. Unloading and operating process.
Startup and operating procedures • Gas lift optimization and troubleshooting.
On successful completion of this training course, PEA Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
Your instructor for the Artificial Lift training is a technical expert with substantial hands-on experience in artificial lift systems and production optimization for oil and gas. Learners benefit from practical, interactive instruction that blends industry best practices with software-based design and troubleshooting—ensuring actionable skills for sucker rod pumps, gas lift, progressive cavity pumps, and ESP systems. The instructor brings deep knowledge of production engineering, real-world case studies, and advanced problem-solving strategies, delivering insights gained from years of fieldwork and teaching professionals across multiple energy sectors
Frequently Asked Questions
All course bookings made through PEA are strictly non-refundable. By registering for a course, you acknowledge and accept that all fees are payable in full and are not subject to refund under any circumstances, including changes in personal or professional commitments or partial attendance.
PEA reserves the right to make reasonable adjustments to course content, trainers, or schedules where necessary, without entitling delegates to a refund. Comprehensive details of each course — including objectives, target audience, and content — are clearly outlined before enrolment, and it is the responsibility of the delegate to ensure the course's suitability prior to booking.
For any inquiries related to cancellations or bookings, please contact our support team, who will be happy to assist you.