Coiled Tubing: An Introduction
In the oil and gas industries, the term ‘coiled tubing’ refers to the continuous lengths of steel pipe, stored on large reels, and most commonly used for carrying out intervention operations in existing wells. This Coiled Tubing Introduction is designed to provide learners with a starting point from which to develop their understanding of the techniques and technologies involved when utilizing coiled tubing in downhole interventions. We’ll look at how and why the technology was developed, the difference between land and offshore units and the advantages and disadvantages offered by coiled tubing technology.
Coiled Tubing: Equipment
The purpose of this module is to further develop the participant’s understanding of coiled tubing, specifically the range of equipment required for a successful well intervention operation. Here we will look at each of the primary components of the coiled tubing spread, including the work reel, power pack, injector, pressure control equipment and the control cabin. We also talk about the auxiliary equipment and supporting structures required for certain operations. Finally we look at the components of the wellhead and Christmas tree and the role they play in well control.
Fundamentals of Drilling: Module 1 - Primary Well Control
This Primary Well Control teaches us that safety is always the primary concern. Here we cover the purpose of primary well control and see how potential hazards are avoided. We look at how well control is maintained with a column of drilling fluid providing the correct hydrostatic pressure. Key components of the system that conditions and pressurises the mud for circulating downhole are explained. We also explore how casing and wellhead systems provide support for the formation and form a conduit for fluids to return to the surface during drilling operations.
Fundamentals of Drilling: Module 2 - Secondary Well Control and API Recommended Practices
Where primary well control is all about the use of drilling mud to control the influx of formation fluids into the well bore, in this module we look at the components that make up secondary well control systems and the roles they play in the event that the primary well control has failed - resulting in a kick. Equipment covered includes Ram type BOPs, Annular BOPs, Choke and Kill Valves, Spools, the Bell Nipple, Control Units and Choke systems and we’ll see how they work as a system to bring the well back under control. We then move on to document some tertiary well control methods and worst case scenarios before giving an overview of the relevant API Recommended Practices for controlling well operations.
Fundamentals of Drilling: Module 3 - The Drill String
Drilling an oil or gas well is no simple matter, and as viable reservoirs become harder to access, new technology needs to be developed to overcome the problems posed in reaching these hydrocarbon deposits. In this module, we look at a range of drill string components and the roles they play in ensuring the success of a drilling operation. Equipment covered includes Drill Bits, Drill Collars, Drill Pipe, Stabilizers, Reamers, Motors, Heavy Weight Drill Pipe and Jars.
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Fundamentals of Drilling: Module 4 - Drill String Connections
Identifying different thread types and differentiating between standard and premium threads can be quite difficult, but downtime can easily result when incompatible tools fail while in service or are lost in hole due to connections parting. In this course we look at ways to identify thread types and sizes and recognise any obvious defects, and we learn the importance of applying the correct torque to the make-up of these connections. The features of tool joints and the design elements that ensure a good, pressure tight seal when fully made up are also detailed, followed by an explanation of the forces acting on the connection.
Fundamentals of Drilling: Module 6 - BOP Control Systems
There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration when planning effective blowout prevention, many of which are based on hard lessons learned from past incidents. This course is designed to provide an overview of the systems and controlling elements employed, both for surface and subsea operations, in order to prevent kicks turning into blowouts. We also take a look at the checks that should be made on the equipment and the API recommended practices that relate to all well control components and procedures.
Human Factors
The Health and Safety Executive defines Human Factors as ‘referring to environmental, organisational and job factors, and human and individual characteristics, which influence behaviour at work in a way that could affect health and safety’. When we think about accident prevention, when we formulate design, safety case, risk assessments and procedures, it’s pretty clear that human factors should be our first consideration.
Hydraulics - Module 1
This course will provide you with an overview of hydraulic systems, the principles behind hydraulic power, and a guide to calculating hydraulic pressures.
Hydraulics - Module 2
This module considers the safety considerations regarding hydraulic systems and handling and containment of various types of hydraulic oil.
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Vantage Drilling Expert Witness
Upon completion of this module, you will develop awareness of the following Expert Witness topics:
- Vantage Drilling VCAMS and VCAP
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Types of Assessment
- Assessment Process
- Expert Witness Guidelines
- VCAP Assessment Evaluation
- Vantage Competence Management Platform