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Deep Water Drilling
Background & About the Course
Deepwater drilling is the process of drilling oil and gas wells in waters deeper than 150 meters, utilizing advanced technology to address technical and economic challenges. As the demand for energy increases and onshore and shallow water reserves deplete, deepwater drilling technology continues to evolve, supported by major companies such as Halliburton, Schlumberger, and Transocean.
Deepwater drilling employs Mobile Drilling Units (MODUs) such as semi-submersible rigs or drill ships to reach oil reservoirs on the seabed. Technologies like risers and subsea completion systems facilitate the transfer of oil from reservoirs to the surface, either to floating production platforms (FPSOs) or directly to shore via pipelines. These innovations position deepwater drilling as a strategic solution to meet global energy needs.
Course Objectives
- Understand the concepts, challenges, and technologies used in deepwater drilling operations.
- Identify the main components and types of drilling rigs, including semi-submersibles, drill ships, and subsea completion systems.
- Explain the deepwater drilling process, from site selection to oil production using riser technology and subsea systems.
- Analyze potential operational risks in deepwater drilling and apply mitigation measures based on international safety standards.
- Apply technical knowledge to enhance efficiency and sustainability in deepwater drilling operations.
- Discuss the latest trends in deepwater drilling technology and their implications for the global energy industry.
Who Should Attend
This training is recommended for:
- Drilling Engineers
- Drilling Supervisors
- Completion Engineers
- Technical Support Operations
- Logistics Supervisors
- Service Company Personnel
- Project Drilling Managers
Course Content
- Introduction:
- Principles of Deepwater Drilling
- Deepwater Drilling Operations
- Locations and Geology of Deepwater Drilling
- Pressure Concepts and Well Control:
- Pore Pressure
- Formation Fracture Pressure
- Overburden Pressure
- Hydrostatic Water Pressure
- Mud Hydrostatic Pressure and Hydrodynamic Pressure
- Well Control
- Rig Selection and Offshore Platforms:
- Blowout Preventer (BOP) Systems
- Drilling Riser Systems
- Deepwater Drilling Equipment
- Material Handling and Load Calculations on Offshore Platforms
- Planning and Operations of Deepwater Drilling:
- Conductor
- Intermediate
- Production
- Completion
- Operational Challenges:
- Shallow Hazards
- Drilling Problems
- Dual Gradient Drilling and Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD)
- Case Studies and Discussions
About the Course Leaders
Prof. Herianto, Ir., M.Sc., Ph.D. is a seasoned expert in petroleum engineering with extensive experience in deepwater drilling and oil and gas research. He has served as a senior lecturer at UPN Veteran Yogyakarta and has been involved in numerous training programs for major oil companies in Indonesia. His expertise includes project management, drilling certification, and energy infrastructure development. Prof. Herianto has published extensively in national and international forums and has contributed significantly to the field of oil and gas engineering.