| Code | Duration | Currency | Fee Per Person |
|---|---|---|---|
| DWC-PEA-DL |
20 Hours
|
USD
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500
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This is a self-paced, on-demand e-learning course. Upon enrollment, all course videos and materials will be delivered to your email within 12 hours. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the required quizzes and assignments.
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Drilling Surface Well Control
This self-paced e-learning course equips oil and gas professionals with essential knowledge and practical skills in surface well control. Designed to meet industry standards, it covers the principles, equipment, and procedures required to prevent and manage well control incidents safely and effectively.
Description
Drilling Surface Well Control – Self-Paced E-Learning course provides comprehensive training for drilling personnel to understand and apply well control principles during surface operations. The course combines theory with practical scenarios to strengthen participants’ ability to identify early warning signs, respond to kick situations, and operate well control equipment confidently.
Well control is one of the most critical aspects of drilling operations, as uncontrolled wellbore pressures can lead to severe safety, environmental, and financial consequences. This course delivers a structured, accessible, and practical approach to mastering surface well control concepts. From understanding pressure fundamentals to operating blowout preventers (BOPs), participants will gain the knowledge and decision-making ability required to manage well control situations effectively.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
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Explain the fundamentals of well control and pressure concepts.
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Identify early warning signs of a kick.
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Describe well control equipment, including BOP systems and choke manifolds.
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Apply standard well control procedures in simulated scenarios.
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Demonstrate understanding of industry safety standards and best practices.
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Make informed decisions during potential well control incidents.
Self-Paced E-Learning: Flexible learning accessible anytime, anywhere.
Interactive Modules: Engaging animations, visuals, and real-world case studies.
Scenario-Based Learning: Practical examples to simulate real operations.
Industry-Aligned Content: Developed to meet international well control training guidelines.
Improves safety culture and operational integrity.
Reduces the risk of costly well control incidents.
Ensures personnel meet competency requirements and regulatory standards.
Strengthens professional competency in drilling safety and well control.
Builds confidence in handling high-pressure operational situations.
Provides a recognized skill set valued by drilling contractors and operators.
This course is ideal for:
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Drillers, Assistant Drillers, and Rig Crew Members.
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Drilling Supervisors and Engineers.
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Wellsite Leaders and Company Representatives.
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HSE Personnel involved in drilling operations.
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Anyone seeking foundational or refresher training in surface well control.
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BOP Stack Configuration
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Ram Type Preventers
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Blind Shear Rams
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Annular Preventers
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Side Outlet Valves
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Connections
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Diverters
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Inside BOPS (IBOPs) and Drill Pipe
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Safety Valves (DPSVs)
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Routing of lines
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Manual and Remote Chokes
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Mud Gas Separators (MGS)
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Vacuum Degasser
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BOP and Equipment Testing
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Inflow Testing
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BOP Control Systems
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Overview of well control incidents and the need for training
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Introduction to Well Control and pressure concepts
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Barrier Concept and Barrier Management
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Well Control and Emergency Drills
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Causes of Kicks
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Kick warning signs and Kick indicators
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Slow Circulation Rates (SCRs)
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Fracture Pressure and MAASP
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Influx characteristics and behavior
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Shut-In Procedures
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Kill Sheet Calculations
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Well Control Methods
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Well control during casing and cementing
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Contingency Planning
On successful completion of this training course, PEA Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
This course has been meticulously developed by a seasoned PEA expert renowned in the oil and gas industry. With extensive hands-on experience and a proven track record in delivering innovative solutions, our trainer brings a wealth of technical expertise, deep industry insight, and a commitment to excellence. Learners can trust that they are gaining knowledge from a leading authority whose dedication to professional development ensures you receive only the highest-quality training to elevate your skills and career prospects.
