Course Overview

The IWCF Rotary Drilling Well Control course equips drilling personnel with the knowledge and practical skills required to prevent, detect, and control well control incidents in accordance with International Well Control Forum (IWCF) standards. Through classroom instruction and simulator-based practical exercises, participants develop the competence to respond effectively to well control situations, maintain well integrity, and carry out safe drilling operations.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Well Control Principles
• Roles and Responsibilities of Drillers and Supervisors
• Drilling Operations and Well Monitoring
• Kick Detection and Well Shut-In Procedures
• Pressure Control and Bottom Hole Pressure Management
• Kill Sheet Preparation and Interpretation
• Driller’s Method and Wait & Weight Method
• Choke Operations and Well Killing Procedures
• Communication and Decision-Making During Well Control Events
• Electronic Simulator Practical Exercises
• Written and Practical Assessment

Who the Course is For

This course is suitable for:

• Drillers
• Assistant Drillers
• Toolpushers
• Drilling Supervisors
• Rig Managers
• Wellsite Supervisors
• Drilling Engineers
• Well Control Personnel
• Oil & Gas Professionals involved in drilling operations
• Personnel seeking IWCF Rotary Drilling Well Control certification or recertification