Deepwater Drilling Operations Training Course

Introduction

Navigate the complexities of offshore exploration with our specialized Deepwater Drilling Operations Training Course. This program is designed to equip you with the essential skills to plan, execute, and manage deepwater drilling operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance. In the challenging environment of deepwater drilling, mastering advanced operational techniques is crucial for organizations seeking to maximize resource recovery and minimize risks. Our deepwater drilling training course provides hands-on experience and expert guidance, empowering you to apply cutting-edge techniques for practical, real-world applications.

This deepwater drilling operations training delves into the core concepts of subsea well control, dynamic positioning, and riser management, covering topics such as managed pressure drilling, deepwater completion, and emergency response. You'll gain expertise in using industry-standard tools and techniques to deepwater drilling operations, meeting the demands of modern offshore exploration. Whether you're a drilling engineer, operations manager, or subsea specialist, this Deepwater Drilling Operations course will empower you to drive strategic drilling decisions and optimize deepwater projects.

Target Audience:

• Drilling Engineers
• Operations Managers
• Subsea Specialists
• Drilling Supervisors
• Marine Engineers
• Safety Professionals
• Technical Staff

Course Objectives:

• Understand the fundamentals of deepwater drilling operations.
• Master subsea well control and blowout prevention.
• Utilize dynamic positioning and marine operations.
• Implement riser design and management techniques.
• Design and build robust deepwater completion strategies.
• Optimize managed pressure drilling (MPD) applications.
• Troubleshoot and address common challenges in deepwater drilling.
• Implement regulatory compliance and environmental standards.
• Integrate drilling operations with subsea production systems.
• Understand how to manage large-scale deepwater drilling projects.
• Explore emerging technologies in deepwater drilling (e.g., automated drilling, remote operations).
• Apply real world use cases for deepwater drilling in various offshore basins.
• Leverage deepwater drilling tools and frameworks for efficient execution.

Duration

10 Days

Course content

Module 1: Introduction to Deepwater Drilling

• Fundamentals of deepwater drilling operations.
• Overview of deepwater drilling challenges and technologies.
• Setting up a deepwater drilling operations framework.
• Introduction to deepwater drilling equipment and systems.
• Best practices for deepwater drilling.

Module 2: Subsea Well Control and BOP

• Mastering subsea well control and blowout prevention.
• Utilizing subsea BOP systems and testing.
• Implementing kick detection and shut-in procedures.
• Designing and building subsea well control plans.
• Best practices for subsea well control.

Module 3: Dynamic Positioning and Marine Operations

• Utilizing dynamic positioning and marine operations.
• Implementing DP system management and maintenance.
• Utilizing marine vessel operations and logistics.
• Designing and building marine operational plans.
• Best practices for marine operations.

Module 4: Riser Design and Management

• Implementing riser design and management techniques.
• Utilizing riser analysis and integrity management.
• Implementing riser tensioning and motion compensation.
• Designing and building riser systems.
• Best practices for riser management.

Module 5: Deepwater Completion Strategies

• Designing and build robust deepwater completion strategies.
• Utilizing subsea completion systems and equipment.
• Implementing deepwater well intervention and workover.
• Designing and building completion programs.
• Best practices for deepwater completions.

Module 6: Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD)

• Optimizing managed pressure drilling (MPD) applications.
• Utilizing MPD equipment and control systems.
• Implementing pressure control and fluid management.
• Designing and building MPD operations plans.
• Best practices for MPD.

Module 7: Troubleshooting Drilling Challenges

• Troubleshooting and addressing common challenges in deepwater drilling.
• Analyzing drilling data and operational issues.
• Utilizing problem-solving techniques for resolution.
• Resolving common drilling equipment failures.
• Best practices for troubleshooting.

Module 8: Regulatory Compliance and Environment

• Implementing regulatory compliance and environmental standards.
• Utilizing environmental impact assessments and mitigation.
• Implementing safety management systems and audits.
• Designing and building compliance programs.
• Best practices for compliance.

Module 9: Integration with Subsea Systems

• Integrating drilling operations with subsea production systems.
• Utilizing subsea tie-ins and manifold design.
• Implementing flow assurance and production optimization.
• Designing and building integrated subsea systems.
• Best practices for integration.

Module 10: Large-Scale Drilling Projects

• Understanding how to manage large-scale deepwater drilling projects.
• Utilizing project management tools and techniques.
• Implementing program evaluation and reporting.
• Designing scalable drilling solutions.
• Best practices for project management.

Module 11: Emerging Drilling Technologies

• Exploring emerging technologies in deepwater drilling (automated drilling, remote operations).
• Utilizing automated drilling systems and robotics.
• Implementing remote operations and monitoring.
• Designing and building advanced drilling systems.
• Optimizing advanced applications for specific use cases.
• Best practices for advanced applications.

Module 12: Real-World Drilling Use Cases

• Applying real world use cases for deepwater drilling in various offshore basins.
• Utilizing deepwater drilling in the Gulf of Mexico.
• Implementing deepwater drilling in the Brazilian pre-salt.
• Utilizing deepwater drilling in West Africa.
• Implementing deepwater drilling in Southeast Asia.
• Best practices for real-world applications.

Module 13: Drilling Tools Implementation

• Leveraging deepwater drilling tools and frameworks for efficient execution.
• Utilizing drilling simulation software and databases.
• Implementing real-time monitoring and data analysis tools.
• Designing and building automated drilling workflows.
• Best practices for tool implementation.

Module 14: Monitoring and Metrics

• Implementing deepwater drilling project monitoring and metrics.
• Utilizing drilling performance indicators and KPIs.
• Designing and building monitoring systems for drilling projects.
• Optimizing monitoring for real-time insights.
• Best practices for monitoring.

Module 15: Future Trends in Deepwater Drilling

• Emerging trends in deepwater drilling technologies and applications.
• Utilizing digital twins for drilling simulation.
• Implementing autonomous drilling and intervention systems.
• Best practices for future deepwater drilling management.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 14 working days before commencement of the training.