Well Control in Drilling Operations Course

Duration: 5 Days

Delivery: Online, In-House, or In-Class (Aberdeen)

Certification: Issued upon successful course completion

Course Summary

Learn to detect, control, and respond to well control events using proven methods and safety protocols for safer, more efficient drilling operations.

Course Description

This 5-day theory-based course equips drilling professionals with essential knowledge of well control operations, covering everything from kick detection to well kill methods. Participants will learn to identify risks, operate key equipment like BOPs, and apply recognized industry procedures to manage wellbore pressure safely.

The course emphasizes practical understanding through structured instruction, technical discussions, and simulated case scenarios.

Learning Objectives

Well control principles, risks, and kick prevention
Blowout preventer (BOP) systems and pressure management tools
Kick detection methods and early troubleshooting
Well kill methods, including Driller’s and Wait & Weight techniques
Safety, maintenance, and regulatory best practices
Real-world applications through case-based exercises

Course Schedule

Day 1: Introduction to Well Control - Principles of well control and blowout prevention
Day 2: Well Control Equipment & Procedures - Overview of well control equipment and kick control methods
Day 3: Kick Detection & Troubleshooting - Types of kicks and detection methods
Day 4: Kill Techniques & Emergency Response - Kill techniques and troubleshooting procedures
Day 5: Review & Simulated Scenarios - Recap of equipment, kill methods, and kick detection

Target Audience

This course is tailored for:

Drilling engineers and supervisors
Wellsite and rig personnel
Safety officers involved in pressure control
New professionals or those seeking a refresher on well control principles