Course code:
Duration: 5 days
Trainees per class: 5
Certificate validity: 2 years
IWCF Well Control Level 3/4 is a well control training programme for personnel with direct responsibilities in drilling operations, particularly those required to shut in a well, monitor pressures, and supervise well-kill operations.
The course combines classroom theory, drilling simulator practice, and IWCF assessment to strengthen participants’ ability to respond to well control situations and perform operational duties according to their assigned roles.
Course Content
The course focuses on the following key areas:
Kick Detection: Recognizing influx indicators and evaluating well conditions.
Well Shut-in: Performing the correct shut-in sequence and monitoring pressure parameters.
Monitoring a Shut-in Well: Recording, monitoring, and interpreting pressure behaviour.
Well Control and Influx Removal: Planning, monitoring, and supervising well-kill operations using industry-standard methods.
Oilfield Calculations: Performing essential calculations for well control operations.
Well Control Equipment: Identifying equipment functions, limitations, and operating requirements.
Barrier Envelope and Risk Management: Applying well barrier principles and risk management in drilling operations.
Target Participants
The course is intended for Drillers, Assistant Drillers, and equivalent rig personnel responsible for shutting in a well and managing well control operations.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
Detect a kick and execute the correct well shut-in procedure.
Monitor a shut-in well and interpret pressure behaviour.
Plan and supervise well-kill operations.
Perform essential oilfield calculations.
Identify the functions and limitations of well control equipment.
Apply well barrier principles and risk management.
Entry Requirements, Duration and Certification
Candidates must pre-register with IWCF and hold a valid six-digit Candidate Registration (CR) Number. Prior experience as a Driller or Assistant Driller is recommended.
According to the referenced course information, the programme is delivered over 5 days, including lectures, discussions, exercises, and drilling simulator practice.
Assessment consists of:
Two IWCF written examinations: Equipment; Principles & Procedures.
One practical examination: Drilling Simulator.
Candidates must achieve at least 70% in all written and practical assessments to obtain the IWCF Level 3 certificate, valid for 2 years.
Training Enquiries
The Safety and Environmental Protection Division (SEPD), Vietsovpetro, provides course information and supports training arrangements according to customer requirements.
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