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Oil & Gas Well Control and Equipment

Oil & Gas Well Control and Equipment

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Course Overview

The Oil & Gas Well Control and Equipment program provides learners with advanced knowledge and applied skills in well control principles, equipment operation, and safety management. It emphasizes blowout prevention, pressure control, and the use of specialized equipment to maintain well integrity. Participants will gain the competence to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot well control systems in compliance with international standards.

Qualification Details

Qualification Title Oil & Gas Well Control and Equipment
Total Credits 10
Guided Learning Hours 100
Qualification Time 100
  1. Introduction to Well Control Principles Reviews the importance of well control, causes of kicks, and industry best practices.

  2. Well Control Equipment Overview Explains blowout preventers (BOPs), choke manifolds, kill lines, and auxiliary systems.

  3. Blowout Preventer (BOP) Systems Covers types of BOPs, functions, and maintenance requirements.

  4. Kick Detection and Shut‑In Procedures Reviews early warning signs, shut‑in methods, and safety barriers.

  5. Well Control Methods and Techniques Explains driller’s method, engineer’s method, volumetric method, and lubrication techniques.

  6. Well Control Calculations and Kill Sheets Covers pressure calculations, mud weight adjustments, and kill sheet preparation.

  7. Pressure Control in Drilling Operations Reviews hydrostatic pressure, formation pressure, and pressure balance principles.

  8. Risk Management and Contingency Planning Explains hazard identification, risk assessment, and emergency planning.

  9. Safety and Environmental Considerations Focuses on personnel safety, pollution prevention, and environmental protection.

  10. Case Studies and Practical Simulations Provides real‑world incident reviews and simulator‑based training.

  • Builds advanced competence in well control and equipment operation

  • Enhances compliance with IADC, IWCF, and international drilling safety standards

  • Strengthens skills in kick detection, shut‑in, and pressure control

  • Provides tools for risk management and environmental protection in drilling operations

  • Offers recognized certification to support career progression in drilling and well control

  • Drilling engineers and rig operators

  • HSE officers and safety coordinators in oil and gas operations

  • Contractors and service providers in drilling and well control

  • Students and early‑career professionals in petroleum engineering

  • Individuals preparing for advanced well control and offshore safety certifications

  • Assessment Type: Written exam + simulation assessment

  • Format: MCQs, short answers, applied case study, and simulator‑based well control exercise

  • Total Questions: 70 theory + 1 case study + 1 simulation

  • Passing Score: 70%

  • Duration: 3 hours (written) + 1 day (simulation)

  • Certification: Oil & Gas Well Control and Equipment

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