EG3595: DRILLING AND WELL ENGINEEERING (2014-2015)

The course provides students with an overview of rotary drilling system and associated drilling components. The types, selection and characteristics of drilling fluids are discussed, and the analysis of the flow of drilling fluids during drilling is presented. Strategies for the selection and design of casings, cementing methodologies as well as design and configuration of completion systems are introduced, with emphasis on safety implications. Challenges of directional and horizontal drilling methods and associated technologies are discussed. Students will learn the common issues in drilling operations, including drilling remediation and environmental impact and considerations.

Valid only for candidates following an honours Petroleum Engineering programme.

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

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1st Attempt: 1 three-hour written examination paper (80%), continuous assessment (20%). The continuous assessment will comprise of laboratory practical on drilling fluids and a piece of written work consisting of a case study. Resit: 1 three-hour written examination paper (80%), continuous assessment (20%). In case of noncompletion or failure of the laboratory portion of the continuous assessment, stundents will be able to submit an equivalent written assignment.

Weekly tutorial question sheets covering core concepts in course.

a) Students can receive feedback on their progress with the Course on request at the weekly tutorial/feedback sessions. b) Tutorial answer sheets will be posted in advance of the exam, and discussed during tutorial sessions. c) Students requesting feedback on their performance in the exam should make an appointment during the scheduled feedback session which will be announced within 4 weeks of the publication of the exam results.

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