An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Advanced HPHT Drilling Operations
Course Overview
Drilling wells with high formation pressure and high temperature is a challenge and is carried out using good technology and modern applications.
In HPHT wells there are a lot of particularities conducting to a very expensive management for mud able to fulfill the heavy work and to avoid deterioration of the properties of drilling fluids while on the same time a high S.G of the mud is necessary for the well control throughout all phases / sections of drilling. Special equipment and tools are used able to withstand high pressure and temperature. The operation in such difficult geological formations calls for special metal alloys, high resistant elastomers if used as part of tool or equipment and top experienced personnel to work with.
Primarily in this training course, we are concerned with problems associated with HPHT drilling with special drilling fluids, Drilling BHA’S, Casing strings designed particularly for HPHT wells. Problems associated with the reservoir can be investigated and evaluated using production logging and well test techniques. In general, problems connected later on with the completion string can be classified into problems which arise in the wellbore and which can be corrected through special operations.
This training course will contain in-depth information on the impact of drilling operation under extremely hostile conditions, the successful running casings and liners and good cementing with special design and mixing proper chemicals for high temperature environment.
This Advanced HPHT Drilling Operations training course also deals with Casing while drilling and OHL (Open Hole Liners) technology which is applicable lately to these types of wells.
The Advanced HPHT Drilling Operations training course will feature:
- Introduction to the variable nature of drilling in HPHT wells. Emphasis in expensive but necessary use of special drilling fluids
- Proper design of drilling BHA’S and string components design for as safe and smooth operation
- Identify best practices and applications for HPHT wells
- Best approach for casing selection, running and cementing dedicated to withstand all problems arising from HPHT.
- Open hole logging considerations in HPHT wells.
- Appraise well control barrier philosophy, SOP and testing during all drilling sections in HPHT wells
Training Outline
DAY 1: HPHT Drilling Operations Design, Practices and Strategies
- Introduction, Definitions
- Reservoir Considerations
- Mechanical Considerations
- Identification of possible risks and problems
- Work Program
- Data collection prior starting the operation
- Drilling BHA’S design
- Conductor and surface casings considerations
DAY 2: Drilling Fluid Design and Maximum Pressure and Temperature Estimate
- Oil base mud design and additives
- Synthetic base mud design
- Restrictions for water base mud
- Mud instability and problems
- Well control considerations
- Barrier envelope
- Barrier integrity testing
- BOP. Flow control devices (mechanical barriers)
- Well kill principles and procedures
DAY 3: Additional Risk Considerations in Ultra HPHT Wells Technology
- Introduction to new drilling motors and engines
- Plastic and polymer seals
- Reduction of margins for errors
- Experienced management
- Complication of HPHT project
- Guidelines for project planning and work program
- Deal with over pressured formations
DAY 4: Production Casing and Liners Design, Running And Cementing
- Well construction operations
- Special challenges
- Casing while drilling applications
- Liners while drilling
- Open hole logging considerations
- Cementing mixing and displacement. Additives
- API reports and publications comments
DAY 5: Well Control Equipment and Procedures
- Pressure control equipment for HPHT drilling wells
- High pressure rating for equipment above 10,000 psi
- Well control equipment rated above 15,000 psi
- Anticipated high Shut-in pressures
- Pressure testing of all barrier elements
- Anticipated surface conditions
- Flowing temperature at surface excess of 350°F
- SOP and Contingency plan for drilling HPHT wells
Certificates
- On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
- Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Accreditation
GLOMACS is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org.
All Training Seminars delivered by GLOMACS by default are eligible for CPE Credit.
About Saudi Glomacs
At Saudi GLOMACS, we specialize in delivering world-class training courses in Saudi Arabia and across various international locations. Our training courses are tailored to meet the unique demands of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program, focusing on empowering Saudi citizens and enhancing workforce skills. We offer diverse courses spanning leadership, management, engineering, and technical disciplines to cultivate expertise and drive professional growth. Our flexible learning options—whether in-person, online, or in-house—ensure accessibility and convenience for individuals and organizations alike.
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