The course will start with Multi-Phase Flow and NODAL Analysis and how to compare and select the correct artificial lift system. A thorough understanding on the principles, applications, design and operational issues on the artificial lift system will be provided. The candidates will also learn how to analyze the cost when selecting the artificial lift system. Furthermore, the course will cover the advanced artificial lift systems currently available. They will gain knowledge on the advantages and disadvantages of each type of the advanced artificial lift system.

By the end of this CDGA training course, participants will be able to:

• Be aware of artificial lift technology
• Compare systems to determine which one is most economically feasible
• Specify components and auxiliary equipment needed for each system Select the appropriate ALS
• Use principles and content mentioned below to focus on maximizing oil production with artificial lift systems
• Understand and apply multiphase tubing and pipe flow principles
• Know what best practices are available to extend the life of equipment and installed lift systems.
• Apply basic design and analysis concepts & understand Nodal Analysis
• Learn how to select and design an ALS, plan its operation, monitor, analyze and optimize its performance
• Design system features that allow for gassy production, production with solids, viscous production, and for other harsh environments
• Understand the fundamentals and the production performance of the various artificial lift methods for offshore application
• Be able to manage and control the production of artificial lift wells and fields
• Be able to study and compare the cost between artificial lift systems
• Learn fluid properties and reservoir performance & understand the relationship between natural flow & ALS

Production Engineers, Field Operations Engineers, Production Technologists, Production Coordinators, Production Supervisors, Junior and Senior Petroleum Engineers, Senior Operators, Field Technicians; Geoscientists, Reservoir Engineers who wish to understand the implications of production systems on their field reservoirs.

This training will be highly interactive with opportunities to advance your opinions and ideas and will include:

• Lectures
• Workshop & Work Presentation
• Case Studies and Practical Exercise
• Videos and General Discussions

Day 1
Introduction to Artificial Lift Systems 

• Overview of artificial lift methods and applications 
• Importance of artificial lift in oil and gas production 
• Types of artificial lift systems: ESP, PCP, Gas Lift, Rod Pump, etc. 
• Selection criteria for artificial lift methods 

Day 2
Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) Systems 

• Components and operation of ESP systems 
• ESP installation, commissioning, and maintenance 
• Performance monitoring and optimization 
• Troubleshooting common ESP issues 

Day 3
Progressive Cavity Pump (PCP) Systems 

• Working principle and components of PCP systems 
• Installation and operation of PCP 
• Maintenance practices and troubleshooting 
• Performance monitoring and efficiency optimization 

Day 4
Gas Lift Systems 

• Fundamentals of gas lift principles and operation 
• Components of gas lift systems (valves, tubing, compressors) 
• Gas lift design and optimization 
• Troubleshooting gas lift issues 

Day 5
Rod Pump Systems and System Integration 

• Overview of sucker rod pumps and their operation 
• Rod pump design, installation, and maintenance 
• Integration of multiple artificial lift systems 
• Case studies and hands-on troubleshooting exercises 

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