Drilling Cost Reduction
Gain a practical understanding of how to reduce drilling costs. Comprising modules covering well engineering, commercial, procurement, operations management and optimisation topics, this course is based on practical experience and will provide immediate benefit to those aiming to reduce their drilling costs.
Each of the course modules provides guidance on a wide range of engineering and operations management with lessons learned that can help an individual or organisation to reduce drilling costs.
Intended Audience:
Individuals and organisations who are active in well engineering and drilling operations management onshore or offshore and who are seeking ways to reduce the cost of drilling.
The principle topics include:
- Logistics
- Directional Drilling
- Casing Design
- Cement Design
- Rig Contracts
- Service Contracts
- Rental Equipment
- Incentive Schemes
- Gate Process and Technical Limit
- Procurement and Cost Tracking
- Equipment fitness for purpose
- Drilling Fluids optimisation
- Offset Data Analysis
Learning Outcomes:
Identify the key factors necessary to maximise the Return on Drilling investment including how to:
- Identify, avoid and manage risks in contracts
- Allocate sufficient resources for the Drilling project
- Contribute to Drilling projects to meet the well objectives at a lower cost
- Shorten the learning curve to improve Drilling performance
Disclaimer
The University regularly reviews its courses. Course content and structure may change over time. See our course and module disclaimer for more information.
Assessment
12 webinars and a knowledge check.
Academic Support
The Disability & Dyslexia Centre advises and supports students who disclose a sensory or mobility impairment, chronic medical condition, mental health issue, dyslexia and other specific learning differences. Applicants are encouraged to arrange a pre-entry visit to discuss any concerns and to view the facilities.Study Skills Support
The Study Support Team provides training and support to all students in:
- Academic writing
- Study skills (note taking, exam techniques, time management, presentation)
- Maths and statistics
- English language
- Information technology support
Course fees: £840
Additional Costs
The following course-related costs are not included in the course fees:
- Costs associated with your placement / study abroad
- Accommodation and Living costs
- Printing
Disclaimer
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