Course Overview

This Rotary Drilling Course provides participants with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to understand and operate rotary drilling systems, commonly used in the oil and gas industry. The course covers essential concepts, equipment, and techniques involved in rotary drilling operations, ensuring participants are equipped to work safely and efficiently in drilling environments.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and mechanics of rotary drilling.
• Identify key components of a rotary drilling system, including the drill rig, drill bit, drill string, and mud system.
• Demonstrate knowledge of drilling fluids and their functions in the drilling process.
• Perform basic rig floor operations, including rotary table and top drive functions.
• Recognize common hazards associated with rotary drilling and implement safety practices.
• Apply troubleshooting techniques for common operational issues in drilling.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Rotary Drilling: Overview of rotary drilling systems and their applications in oil and gas extraction.
• Drilling Equipment: Study of the various components of the rotary drilling system, including drill rigs, bits, and pipes.
• Drilling Fluids: Understanding the role of drilling mud, its composition, and its importance in well control.
• Operational Procedures: Step-by-step drilling operations, including the set-up, spudding, and continuous drilling processes.
• Directional Drilling: Basics of directional drilling techniques and their application in complex well paths.
• Safety in Drilling: Identifying potential risks in drilling operations and implementing safety measures to mitigate accidents.
• Troubleshooting: Techniques for identifying and resolving common drilling problems such as stuck pipe and lost circulation.

Target Audience

• Entry-Level Workers: Individuals seeking to enter the oil and gas industry.
• Roustabouts and Roughnecks: Rig personnel who want to improve their technical skills in rotary drilling.
• Drilling Assistants: Staff involved in supporting drilling operations.
• Engineering Graduates: Those seeking practical knowledge of the drilling process.
• Safety Officers: HSE personnel who need an understanding of drilling operations to enhance safety protocols.

Target Industry

• Oil and Gas
• Geothermal Energy
• Mining
• Water Well Drilling

This course provides a strong foundation for anyone interested in rotary drilling operations and aims to prepare participants for roles in drilling, well servicing, and oil and gas exploration.