IWCF Level 2 – Fundamentals of Well Control Program
This introductory course provides Drilling Personnel with basic understanding of Well Control. The program is designed to help and progress junior staff in obtaining a solid background knowledge of Well Control Equipment, The Principals Involved and Approved Procedures of Hydrocarbon Containment. The course not only focuses on why Well Control is important but also why Quality Well Control Training is essential in conducting our Upstream Oil and Gas Drilling/Workover Activities Safely and Conscientiously.
IWCF level 2 Course Information
Course Date: Fortnightly – Check our Schedule for Program Dates and Locations. Number of Students: Maximum 8 Students to 1 Instructor Duration: 3 Days Time: 7:00am to 5:00pm Price: $1,500 AUD + 10% GST
IWCF Level 2 Course Content
The Program Content Follows the Approved IWCF syllabus:
General well control principles
Risk assessment
Hydrostatic pressure
Formation pressures
Primary & secondary well control
Well control equipment
Subsea and surface equipment
Well barrier concept
Kick causes
Kick detection
Influx characteristics and behavior
Well control methods
Inflow testing
IWCF Level 2 Course Objectives
To be able to:
Understand the negative consequences associated with loss of well control
Understand the need for detection
Recognize the warning signs of abnormal pressure
Know the actions that should be taken when kick indicators are present
Be familiar with the functions of the bop equipment
Be able to select well control method to regain control
Be able to fill in a IWCF surface and/or subsea kill sheet
Be able to calculate kill mud weight, initial circulation pressure and final circulation pressure
Correctly obtain shut in pressures in the well
Understand the barrier concept
Know the impact pumping cement could have on well control
Obtain sufficient knowledge to pass a written IWCF tests Equipment and P&P papers with minimum 70% score.
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