By the end of this course, participants will: 

• Identify and describe the components of drilling rigs and their functions. 
• Design drillstrings and select appropriate drill bits based on the conditions. 
• Recognize formation pressures and apply well control techniques. 
• Explain casing and cementing processes, including design and application. 
• Understand the properties and functions of drilling fluids and how they influence operations. 
• Gain an introduction to directional drilling, its applications, and tools. 

This course is tailored for: 

• Entry-level engineers, technicians, and field operators in drilling operations. 
• Professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of drilling fundamentals. 
• Managers and supervisors overseeing drilling activities.
• Personnel transitioning to drilling roles from other areas of oil and gas operations 

The course uses a combination of: 

• Interactive lectures that explain key drilling concepts and systems. 
• Hands-on exercises focusing on design, troubleshooting, and operational practices. 
• Real-world case studies to illustrate common challenges and solutions. 
• Group discussions to encourage knowledge sharing and problem-solving. 

Day 1
Introduction and Drilling Rig Components 

• History 
• Basic Geology 
• Drilling Rig Components 
• Power System 
• Circulating System 
• Rotary System 
• Well Control System 

Day 2
Drillstrings and Drillbits 

• Drillpipes 
• Tool Joints 
• Heavy Wall Drillpipes 
• Drill Collars 
• Other Components of the Drillingstring 
• Drillstring Design 
• Types of Drilling Bits 
• Bit Design 
• Bit Selection 
• Bit Evaluation 
• Bit Performance 

Day 3
Formation Pressures and Well Control 

• Formation Pressures. Overburden. Issues. Prediction of Abnormal Pressures 
• Formation Fracture Gradients 
• Primary Well Control 
• Warning Signs of a Kick 
• Secondary Control 
• Well Killing Procedures 
• BOP Equipment 

Day 4
Casing and Cement 

• Components of a Casing String. Terminology 
• Properties of Casings  
• Wellheads and Casing Hangers 
• Casing Operations 
• Casing  Design 
• Properties of Cement. Additives 
• Primary Cementing 
• Secondary Cementing 
• Cement Plugs 

Day 5
Drilling Fluids, Hydraulics and Directional Drilling 

• Drilling Fluids. Water Based Mud. Oil Based Muds. Solids Control 
• Basic of Hydraulics 
• Directional Drilling. Horizontal / ERD Wells. Multilaterals Applications. Profile Planning. Inclination & Azimuth. MWD. Deflection Tools.  
• Course Wrap-Up: Final Assessment, Q&A, and Feedback 

CDGA attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 80% of the total course duration.