An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Drilling Optimization
Course Overview
Drilling time is costly, and non-productive drilling time is the costliest of them all, and reduction of this time, through the adequate definition and monitoring of KPIs, data management, quantifying uncertainty in the subsurface, risk assessment and use of modern drilling technologies and trends.
Oil and Gas industry is at the point where the rise of fracking and enhanced oil recovery has stabilized the price at the lower levels, no matter that several large oil producers are practically squeezed out of business, which requires the well engineers to reduce the non-productive drilling time to be able to reduce the production cost.
In the Big Data era, the benchmarking, identification, application, and implementation of drilling optimization techniques are a must to be used by well engineers.
This GLOMACS training course will highlight:
- Reservoir modeling and drilling operations, as well as well design,
- Basic well engineering calculations
- How to complement conventional petroleum engineering analysis with the Big Data Analytics
- Non-conventional drilling methods
- Advanced drilling technologies
Training Outline
DAY 1: Drilling and Well Engineering Calculations
- Drill String Mechanics
- Well Design Concepts
- Drilling Fluid Calculations
- Directional Drilling
- Measurement while Drilling Systems (MWD)
- Controllable and Non-controllable Non-Production Time (NPT)
DAY 2: Drilling Optimization
- Introduction to Drilling Optimization
- Petroleum Rock Mechanics
- Defining of KPIs
- Use of Common Industry KPIs
- Wellbore Stability Analysis
- Rock Strength and Rock Failure
DAY 3: Quantitative Risk Assessment
- Risk Management Process
- Cost-time Analysis
- Common Drilling Problems
- Measurement and Evaluation of Risk
- Limit State Function and Probability Failure Function
DAY 4: Well Engineering Design and Construction Optimization
- Optimization of a Process and Its Elements
- Drilling Plan
- Rate of Penetration Monitoring
- Other Goals of Well Drilling and Construction
- Technical Limits and Quantum Change in Limits
DAY 5: Drilling Optimization-tools and Technologies
- Advanced Drilling Techniques
- New Developments in Technology
- Use of Software
- Well Site Parameters and Drill String Inventory Optimization
- Kill Sheets Use
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.
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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.
With over 30+ years of experience through the GLOMACS global network, we are committed to delivering innovative, results-driven training solutions. Our expert instructors combine industry knowledge with dynamic teaching methods, fostering practical skill development and long-term career success. By choosing Saudi GLOMACS, you're investing in personal excellence and contributing to the Kingdom’s sustainable economic growth and vision-driven transformation.
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