By the end of this programme, participants will:
- Understand the rock mechanical concepts applied to well design.
- Broaden their knowledge of drilling techniques.
- Be able to identify the needs of drillers in geological information.
- Gain insight into the impact of geological formations on drilling performance.
- Develop skills to interpret geological data for drilling optimization.
- Enhance collaboration between geoscientists and drilling engineers.
DAY 1
Rock Mechanics Applied to Drilling
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- Introduction to rock mechanics concepts.
- Definition of rock mechanical properties.
- Stress and strain in subsurface formations.
- Application of rock mechanics to wellbore stability.
DAY 2
Drilling Engineering
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- Overview of well design principles.
- Rig components and drilling equipment.
- General sequence of drilling a well.
- Casing and cementing basics.
DAY 3
Directional Drilling Engineering
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- Directional drilling terms and definitions.
- Well trajectory design and computation.
- Tools and techniques for directional drilling.
- Challenges and solutions in deviated and horizontal drilling.
DAY 4
Drilling Fluids
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- Functions and importance of drilling fluids.
- Types and composition of drilling fluids.
- Drilling fluid properties and performance.
- Managing drilling fluid challenges.
DAY 5
Drill Bits and Geological Considerations
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- Classification of drill bits.
- Bit selection criteria and performance optimization.
- Influence of geological formations on bit performance.
- Case studies on bit wear and selection strategies.
