Well Control in Drilling Operations Course
Gain essential knowledge in well control operations, from kick detection to well kill methods, integrating practical calculations, equipment operation, and emergency response planning.
Duration
4 Days
Schedule
Weekly
Course Fee
Fees are structured based on your preferred delivery method (Virtual or Aberdeen) and participant numbers.
Delivery
Virtual Classroom (Instructor-Led), In-House, or In-Class (Aberdeen)
Certification
Issued upon successful course completion
Course Description
This 4-day theory-based course equips drilling professionals with a structured understanding of well control principles. Participants learn to identify formation pressures, operate key well control equipment, perform kill sheet calculations, and apply recognized procedures in simulated and practical scenarios.
Learning Objectives
- 1Well control fundamentals and kick prevention techniques
- 2Primary and secondary barrier management
- 3Blowout Preventer (BOP) systems and choke manifold operations
- 4Kick detection, shut-in procedures, and troubleshooting
- 5Well kill methods: Driller's Method and Wait-and-Weight
- 6Emergency procedures, regulatory compliance, and operational planning
Course Schedule
Day 1: Well Control Fundamentals & Kick Prevention
Day 2: Well Control Equipment & Barrier Management
Day 3: Kick Detection, Shut-in Procedures, & Troubleshooting
Day 4: Well Kill Techniques, Emergency Response & Final Assessment
Alternative Track: 1-Day Technical Intensive
A condensed, high-impact version of our advanced training programs.
Overview
For professionals unable to commit to the full multi-day program, the 1-Day Technical Intensive provides a focused alternative. This track concentrates on the most critical technical and operational elements, emphasizing execution, safety awareness, troubleshooting, and contingency planning.
It is ideally suited for participants seeking a rapid technical update, a structured refresher, or a comprehensive overview without undertaking the full advanced curriculum.
Course Details
Duration
1 Day (09:00 – 17:00)
Delivery
Online (VILT) or In-House
Target Audience
- Drilling Engineers and Supervisors (Drillers, Toolpushers, Rig Managers)
- Wellsite and rig personnel
- Safety officers involved in pressure control
- Professionals seeking an in-depth refresher or structured training in well control
Interested in this course?
Contact us to discuss your training requirements and schedule.
Need Help?
Our team is available to answer your questions about this course.
Phone: +44 7398 131364
Email: Training@PetroExperts.uk