Drilling for oil and gas is one of the most dynamic and exciting professions in the world. A career in the drilling industry allows world wide travel and can be rewarding professionally, personally and financially. There are tremendous opportunities for individuals that are able to develop an expertise and gain experience in the field. The challenge can be finding and taking advantage of those opportunities.
This course will provide students with the knowledge they need to become more competitive while seeking employment or starting their career.
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Drilling for oil and gas is one of the most dynamic and exciting professions in the world. A career in the drilling industry allows world wide travel and can be rewarding professionally, personally and financially. There are tremendous opportunities for individuals that are able to develop an expertise and gain experience in the field. The challenge can be finding and taking advantage of those opportunities.
This course will provide students with the knowledge they need to become more competitive while seeking employment or starting their career.
Drilling for oil and gas is one of the most dynamic and exciting professions in the world. A career in the drilling industry allows world wide travel and can be rewarding professionally, personally and financially. There are tremendous opportunities for individuals that are able to develop an expertise and gain experience in the field. The challenge can be finding and taking advantage of those opportunities.
This course will provide students with the knowledge they need to become more competitive while seeking employment or starting their career.
In this course we will review the entire process of drilling oil and gas wells. The course was designed to progressively build and develop the students’ knowledge. We start off by focusing on the different types of drilling rigs and which applications they are most suited for. Once a general knowledge of the rigs is acquired we will focus on the rig systems that allow wells to be drilled.
Following the rig systems we begin to focus on petroleum geology. We review the characteristics of petroleum reservoirs and how they are formed. We then review the pressures encountered while drilling and how this affects the drilling operations.
The components of the drill string including bottom hole assembly will be discussed in detail. We will focus on common components of the drill string in strait and direction wells. Bit selection will also be an important topic covered.
At the end of this course you will be able to talk confidently about the drilling process in an interview, with co-workers or in general conversation with friends.
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Learning objectives
- Develop familiarity with common "oil field" terms and phrases.
- Discuss the drilling process with potential employers and co-workers with confidence.
- Gain understanding of drill string components and the proper applications of each component.
- Gain familiarity with components of a drilling rig including hoisting, rotating and circulating systems.
- Identify characteristics of a petroleum reservoir.
- Walk into a job interview with confidence!
- Develop familiarity with common "oil field" terms and phrases.
- Discuss the drilling process with potential employers and co-workers with confidence.
- Gain understanding of drill string components and the proper applications of each component.
- Gain familiarity with components of a drilling rig including hoisting, rotating and circulating systems.
- Identify characteristics of a petroleum reservoir.
- Walk into a job interview with confidence!
Syllabus
Introduction to Drilling
This lecture will provide students with an overview of the drilling process. The goal is to give students enough initial background information that they can begin to understand the different components of the process and how they work together.
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Syllabus
This lecture will provide students with an overview of the drilling process. The goal is to give students enough initial background information that they can begin to understand the different components of the process and how they work together.
This lecture will provide students with an overview of the most common types of drilling rigs. Students will learn which types of rig are better suited for specific applications.
This lecture will provide students with an overview of a rig's hoisting system. Students will learn what the purpose of a hoisting system is and the different components of the hoisting system.
This lecture will provide students with an overview of the rotary system. The lecture will start off by outlining the difference between a traditional and top drive systems. We will then review components of the system's and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each system.
This lecture will provide students with an overview of the circulation system. Students will learn the components and main functions of the circulation system. We will also introduce drilling fluids and their main purpose.
This lecture will review the conditions in which oil and gas is formed. Students will learn the two conditions of production, permeability and porosity. Finally we will discuss the characteristics of a petroleum reservoir.
This lecture will cover the pressures encountered while drilling. We will review formation vs. hydrostatic pressure and how they affect the drilling process.
This lecture will review the major components of a drill string. We will review drill pipe, drill collars, heavy-weight drill pipe and drill bits.
This lecture will review the factors that affect BHA design. We will review the main functions of the bottom hole assembly. Students will learn how to determine the required weight on bit and how to identify the neutral point.
This lecture will introduce casing and cover typical casing characteristics. Students will learn the common description of casing and the significance in casing design.
This lecture will review the common casing strings in an oil and gas well. We will review the purpose of each casing string and explain why it is typically run. We will also expand on the drilling window idea which will help students understand a fundamental concept of casing design.
This lecture will cover the purpose of primary cementing. We will review cementing operations and how cement works with casing to isolate formations.
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Organize Your Course Materials
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Keep your course materials organized to stay on top of your studies. This will make it easier to find the information you need when you need it.
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Create a dedicated folder for your course materials.
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Make copies of all your lecture notes and handouts.
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Organize your materials by topic or week.
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Review your materials regularly.
Review Basic Math and Physics Concepts
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Strengthen your foundation in basic math and physics concepts. This will help you better understand the technical aspects of drilling operations.
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Mathematics
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Review your high school math and physics textbooks.
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Take online practice tests to assess your understanding.
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Attend a refresher course or workshop.
Review Petroleum Geology Concepts
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Refresh your knowledge of petroleum geology concepts. This will help you understand the geological factors that affect drilling operations.
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Petroleum Geology
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Review your college-level petroleum geology textbook.
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Take online practice tests to assess your understanding.
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Attend a refresher course or workshop.
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Volunteer with a Local Drilling Company
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Gain practical experience in the drilling industry by volunteering with a local drilling company. This will give you an opportunity to observe real-world drilling operations and learn from experienced professionals.
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Contact local drilling companies to inquire about volunteer opportunities.
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Attend a safety orientation and training session.
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Assist with drilling operations under the supervision of experienced professionals.
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Ask questions and learn about the different aspects of drilling.
Attend a Petroleum Industry Conference
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Connect with professionals in the petroleum industry by attending a conference. This will give you an opportunity to learn about the latest developments in drilling technology and network with potential employers.
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Oil and Gas Industry
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Research upcoming petroleum industry conferences.
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Register for the conference and pay the registration fee.
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Attend the conference sessions and workshops.
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Network with other attendees and potential employers.
Complete Drill String Design Quiz
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Practice your knowledge of drill string design by completing this quiz. This will help you solidify your understanding of the different components of a drill string and how they work together.
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Access the quiz using the link provided by your instructor.
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Read each question carefully.
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Select the best answer from the options provided.
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Review your answers and make any necessary corrections.
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Submit your quiz for grading.
Tutorial: How to Design a Primary Cementing Program
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Reinforce your understanding of primary cementing by following this tutorial. You will learn about the different factors that affect cementing design and how to create a successful cementing program.
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Watch the video tutorial provided by your instructor.
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Take notes on the key concepts covered in the tutorial.
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Complete the practice exercises at the end of the tutorial.
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Ask your instructor any questions you have about the content.
Develop a Well Planning Proposal
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Test your knowledge of drilling operations by creating a well planning proposal. This will give you an opportunity to apply your skills in a practical setting and develop a comprehensive plan for drilling a well.
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Gather data on the well location and geology.
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Design the drilling program.
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Select the drilling equipment and materials.
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Estimate the cost of drilling the well.
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Prepare a written proposal outlining your plan.
Organize Your Course Materials
Show steps
Keep your course materials organized to stay on top of your studies. This will make it easier to find the information you need when you need it.
Show steps
- Create a dedicated folder for your course materials.
- Make copies of all your lecture notes and handouts.
- Organize your materials by topic or week.
- Review your materials regularly.
Review Basic Math and Physics Concepts
Show steps
Strengthen your foundation in basic math and physics concepts. This will help you better understand the technical aspects of drilling operations.
Browse courses on
Mathematics
Show steps
- Review your high school math and physics textbooks.
- Take online practice tests to assess your understanding.
- Attend a refresher course or workshop.
Review Petroleum Geology Concepts
Show steps
Refresh your knowledge of petroleum geology concepts. This will help you understand the geological factors that affect drilling operations.
Browse courses on
Petroleum Geology
Show steps
- Review your college-level petroleum geology textbook.
- Take online practice tests to assess your understanding.
- Attend a refresher course or workshop.
Volunteer with a Local Drilling Company
Show steps
Gain practical experience in the drilling industry by volunteering with a local drilling company. This will give you an opportunity to observe real-world drilling operations and learn from experienced professionals.
Show steps
- Contact local drilling companies to inquire about volunteer opportunities.
- Attend a safety orientation and training session.
- Assist with drilling operations under the supervision of experienced professionals.
- Ask questions and learn about the different aspects of drilling.
Attend a Petroleum Industry Conference
Show steps
Connect with professionals in the petroleum industry by attending a conference. This will give you an opportunity to learn about the latest developments in drilling technology and network with potential employers.
Browse courses on
Oil and Gas Industry
Show steps
- Research upcoming petroleum industry conferences.
- Register for the conference and pay the registration fee.
- Attend the conference sessions and workshops.
- Network with other attendees and potential employers.
Complete Drill String Design Quiz
Show steps
Practice your knowledge of drill string design by completing this quiz. This will help you solidify your understanding of the different components of a drill string and how they work together.
Show steps
- Access the quiz using the link provided by your instructor.
- Read each question carefully.
- Select the best answer from the options provided.
- Review your answers and make any necessary corrections.
- Submit your quiz for grading.
Tutorial: How to Design a Primary Cementing Program
Show steps
Reinforce your understanding of primary cementing by following this tutorial. You will learn about the different factors that affect cementing design and how to create a successful cementing program.
Show steps
- Watch the video tutorial provided by your instructor.
- Take notes on the key concepts covered in the tutorial.
- Complete the practice exercises at the end of the tutorial.
- Ask your instructor any questions you have about the content.
Develop a Well Planning Proposal
Show steps
Test your knowledge of drilling operations by creating a well planning proposal. This will give you an opportunity to apply your skills in a practical setting and develop a comprehensive plan for drilling a well.
Show steps
- Gather data on the well location and geology.
- Design the drilling program.
- Select the drilling equipment and materials.
- Estimate the cost of drilling the well.
- Prepare a written proposal outlining your plan.
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Drilling Engineer
Petroleum Engineer
Reservoir Engineer
Production Engineer
Mud Engineer
Drilling Supervisor
Cementing Engineer
Logger
Operations Geologist
Drilling Consultant
Well Control Specialist
HSE Manager
Environmental Engineer
Civil Engineer
Geotechnical Engineer
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