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Workover / Coiled Tubing / Snubbing / Wireline Well Control (Supervisory)

This online class meets all standards of the previously approved IADC WellCap Well Control program. However, the IADC has stopped certifying this class. If you take this course, you will receive a LearnToDrill certificate, not an IADC certificate. 

As a consultant or field provider, a LearnToDrill Well Control certificate may be sufficient for your needs. Since the course is fully online, highly praised, and very convenient, it may be of value to you.

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Receive a LearnToDrill certificate

Receive a certificate of competency in Well Control from LearnToDrill. Available to print or email immediately after course completion.

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Mobile Simulator included with course

Take a LearnToDrill well control course, and we'll include our refresher Well Control Simulator. Our simulator has been launched globally by Chevron, and it's a great way to get hands-on practice and prepare for higher well control levels.   

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300+ 3D, Downhole Animations

300+ Downhole and equipment animations to teach every important Well Control concept! Visualize complex effects, “play” with equipment, and learn through well control calculations and interactive lessons.

FAQ

How does the course work?

The course is fully self paced! The online material (quizzes and videos) can be viewed and refreshed at your own pace. After that, the simulation component is iPad based. Both items must be completed and passed to complete the course.

 

What will I learn?

The course covers all material required under the previously approved IADC Wellcap well control program. Key topics include fundamental well pressures, procedures, fluids, and kill methods with simulation. See detailed outline below.

Will I get a Well Control certificate?

After successfully completing the course and achieving a passing grade on the final exam you will receive a LearnToDrill certificate at the Supervisory level in Workover/Completions, Coiled Tubing, Snubbing, and Wireline. This certificate is recognized across the globe.

 

Course Curriculum

 

Chapter 1 Servicing Fundamentals

1.1 Intro to Servicing

1.2 Math

1.3 Fluid Properties

1.4 Fluid Measurement

1.5 Fluid Types

1.6 Pipes & Manifolds

 

Chapter 2 Pressure

 

2.1 Pressure

2.2 Blowouts

2.3 Formation Pressure

2.4 Hydrostatic Pressure

2.5 Pump Pressure

2.6 Balancing Well Pressures

2.7 U-Tube Effect

2.8 Surface Pressure

 

Chapter 3 Well Processes

 

3.1 Intro to Drilling

3.2 Intro to Completions

3.3 Intro to Production

3.4 Intro to Servicing

 

Chapter 4 Kicks

 

4.1 Insufficient HP

4.2 Swabbing

4.3 Surging

4.4 Lost Circulation & Fracturing

4.5 Gas Properties

4.6 Gas Kick

4.7 Gas Control

 

Chapter 5 Kick Detection

 

5.1 Quick Response

5.2 Fluid Recording

5.3 Tripping

5.4 Kick Warning Signs

 

Chapter 6 Blowout Prevention System

 

6.1 Introducing the BOP

6.2 Annular & Ram Preventers

6.3 Lubricator Assemblies

6.4 Safety Valves

6.5 Safety Systems

6.6 BOP Control Systems

6.7 Equipment Testing

6.8 Barriers

 

Chapter 7 Kick Procedures

 

7.1 Shut-in Concept

7.2 Shut-in Procedure & Verification

7.3 Recording parameters

7.4 Well Control Techniques

 

Chapter 8 Constant BHP Methods

8.1 Constant BHP Methods

8.2 Introducing the Kill Sheet

8.3 Pre-Recorded Data

8.4 Volume Calculations

8.5 Kill Calculations

8.6 Choke Handling

8.7 Pump Startup

8.8 Driller’s Method

8.9 Wait and Weight Method

8.10 Reverse Circulation

 

Chapter 9 Other Kill Methods

9.1 Volumetric Method

9.2 Stripping

9.3 Lubricate and Bleed Method

9.4 Bullheading

 

Chapter 10 Complications

10.1 Trapped Pressure Complications

10.2 Tubing Complications

10.3 Pressure on Casing

10.4 Human Factors

 

Chapter 11 Wireline

 

11.1 Intro to Wireline Operations

11.2 Wireline BOP

11.3 Wireline Deployment

 

Chapter 12 Coiled Tubing

12.1 Intro to Coiled Tubing

12.2 CT Fluid Circulation System

12.3 Coiled Tubing Limits

12.4 Coiled Tubing Pressures

12.5 Coiled Tubing BOP

12.6 Coiled Tubing Deployment

12.7Tubing Complications

12.8 Sour Servicing

12.9 Handling Nitrogen

12.10 Coiled Tubing Contingencies

 

Chapter 13 Snubbing

13.1 Stripping

13.2 Intro to Snubbing

13.3 Piping Limitations

13.4 Snubbing BOP

13.5 Snubbing Deployment

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