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IADC WellSharp Driller Level Drilling Course

The Driller Level course is designed for personnel who are engaged in drilling operations that have responsibility for detecting a kick and shutting in the well.  This course focuses specifically on the Driller’s primary responsibilities rather than on advanced calculations and well control methods.

Course Content:

The course includes kick prevention, influx detection, well monitoring, introduction to barrier management, well shut-in, pressure basics, kick theory, causes of kicks, complications, shut-in procedures, fluids, kick warning signs, killsheets, bop equipment, constant bottomhole pressure methods, regulations, stripping and a brief discussion on snubbing.

Target Audience:

Assistant Driller, Driller (including intervention and workover drillers, Coiled Tubing Driller

Course Duration:

24 Hours

CEU's (Continuing Education Units):

2.4