Advanced Well Drilling and Completion Engineering: Strategic Planning and Operational Excellence

Module 1: Fundamentals of Well Engineering and Rig Systems

ü  Overview of the drilling process and project lifecycle

ü  Types of drilling rigs: Onshore vs. Offshore (Jack-ups, Semi-subs, Drillships)

ü  Hoisting, Rotating, and Circulating systems

ü  Power generation and transmission on a rig

ü  Practical Session: Rig selection exercise based on environmental and depth constraints

Module 2: Drill String Design and Bit Technology

ü  Components of the Drill Stem: Drill pipe, HWDP, and Collars

ü  Mechanics of drill string failure (Tension, Torque, and Fatigue)

ü  Classification and selection of Drill Bits (PDC vs. Roller Cone)

ü  BHA (Bottom Hole Assembly) configuration for stability

ü  Practical Session: Calculation of neutral point and overpull margins

Module 3: Drilling Fluids and Hydraulics Optimization

ü  Functions and properties of Water-Based vs. Oil-Based Muds

ü  Rheology and filtration control

ü  Hydraulic horse power (HHP) and bit nozzle selection

ü  Managing Equivalent Circulating Density (ECD)

ü  Practical Session: Mud weight and viscosity testing simulation

Module 4: Wellbore Stability and Casing Design

ü  Pore pressure and fracture gradient estimation

ü  Stresses around the wellbore

ü  Casing types, grades, and connection selection

ü  Burst, Collapse, and Tension design factors

ü  Practical Session: Designing a casing seat selection chart for a deepwater well

Module 5: Primary and Remedial Cementing Operations

ü  Cement slurry properties and additives

ü  Placement techniques and casing hardware (Centralizers/Floats)

ü  Evaluation of cement jobs (CBL/VDL logs)

ü  Squeeze cementing and plug-back operations

ü  Practical Session: Analysis of Cement Bond Logs (CBL) to identify channeling

Module 6: Directional Drilling and Geo-steering

ü  Applications of directional and horizontal drilling

ü  Surveying methods and MWD/LWD tools

ü  Motor vs. Rotary Steerable Systems (RSS)

ü  Trajectory planning and dog-leg severity

ü  Practical Session: Plotting a 2D directional well path using the Radius of Curvature method

Module 7: Well Control and Kick Management Strategies

ü  Causes of kicks and warning signs

ü  BOP (Blowout Preventer) stack components and functions

ü  The Driller’s Method vs. Wait and Weight Method

ü  Well control equipment and shut-in procedures

ü  Practical Session: Simulator exercise on recognizing and shut-in of a gas kick

Module 8: Fundamentals of Well Completions

ü  Completion types: Open-hole vs. Cased-hole

ü  Single vs. Dual string completions

ü  Subsurface safety valves and packers

ü  Tubing design and material selection (CORR/CRA)

ü  Practical Session: Selecting completion components for a high-pressure reservoir

Module 9: Sand Control and Stimulation Techniques

ü  Mechanisms of sand production and management

ü  Gravel packing and Stand-alone screens (SAS)

ü  Acidizing and Matrix stimulation

ü  Introduction to Hydraulic Fracturing

ü  Practical Session: Designing a simple gravel pack completion

Module 10: Well Integrity, Workovers, and Abandonment

ü  Lifecycle well integrity management systems

ü  Identifying and repairing sustained casing pressure

ü  Workover rig operations and snubbing

ü  Plug and Abandonment (P&A) regulations and techniques

ü  Practical Session: Developing a step-by-step well abandonment program

About Our Trainers

Our trainers are industry veterans with over 20 years of hands-on experience in global drilling operations, ranging from the North Sea to Sub-Saharan Africa. They hold advanced degrees in Petroleum Engineering and are certified by international bodies like the SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers) and IADC. They bring a wealth of practical "field-proven" knowledge that goes beyond textbooks.

Quality Statement

Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training is committed to delivering world-class educational experiences. We utilize the latest industry data and peer-reviewed methodologies to ensure our training remains at the cutting edge of the energy sector.

Tailor-Made Courses

We understand that every organization has unique challenges and opportunities as well as unique training needs. Phoe⁵nix Training Center offers tailor-made courses designed to address specific requirements and challenges faced by your team or organization. Whether you need a customized curriculum, a specific duration, or on-site delivery, w⁶e can adapt ⁷our expertise to provide a training solution that perfectly aligns with your objectives. We can customize this Course to focus on your industry, specific risk profile, or internal stakeholder dynamics. Contact us to discuss how we can create a bespoke training program that maximizes value and impact for your team. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

Admission Criteria

ü  Participants should be reasonably proficient in English. 

ü  Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

ü  Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

ü  What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ü  Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

ü  The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

ü  Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training. Or call us on +254720272325 / +254737296202

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

ü  Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

ü  Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

ü  Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

ü  Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

ü  Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

ü  No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

For physical training attendees, we can assist with recommendations for accommodation near the training venue. Airport pick-up services can also be arranged upon request to ensure a smooth arrival. Please inform us of your travel details in advance if you require these services. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202