COURSE OVERVIEW:

Stuck pipe prevention: torque and drag, hole cleaning, and best practices is a specialized course designed to address the most significant cause of non-productive time in drilling operations. This training focuses on the physical interaction between the drill string and the wellbore, emphasizing the predictive modeling of friction and the mechanical forces at play in high-angle and extended-reach wells. The scope includes a detailed examination of how drilling parameters influence the health of the borehole and the likelihood of pipe immobilization.

Efficient hole cleaning is the cornerstone of preventing solids-induced sticking, particularly in deviated sections where cuttings beds tend to form. This course provides an in-depth analysis of drilling hydraulics, fluid rheology, and the critical transport velocity required to keep the wellbore clear of debris. Participants will learn to interpret surface indicators and use specialized software to differentiate between normal frictional resistance and the early warning signs of a deteriorating hole condition.

The coverage extends to the implementation of operational best practices that have been proven to reduce the risk of stuck pipe across the industry. This includes the management of tripping speeds, the use of mechanical and chemical lubricants, and the importance of regular "sweep" procedures. By integrating torque and drag monitoring with robust hole cleaning strategies, drilling teams can maintain wellbore stability and ensure the successful delivery of complex well profiles within the planned timeframe and budget.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Identify the fundamental causes of torque and drag in vertical and deviated wells.
2. Analyze the impact of wellbore geometry on the distribution of frictional forces.
3. Utilize torque and drag modeling software to predict the safe operating window.
4. Define the critical transport velocity required for effective cuttings removal.
5. Evaluate the role of fluid rheology and flow regimes in hole cleaning efficiency.
6. Implement specialized drilling sweeps and circulation protocols to manage solids.
7. Recognize the symptoms of cuttings bed buildup in horizontal well sections.
8. Optimize drill string rotation and reciprocating speeds to enhance hole cleaning.
9. Manage the chemical and mechanical properties of the filter cake to reduce friction.
10. Apply best practices for tripping in and out of the hole to prevent swabbing.
11. Design bottom hole assemblies that minimize the risk of mechanical sticking.
12. Formulate contingency plans for managing high-torque environments in real-time.
13. Integrate real-time data monitoring into daily stuck pipe prevention workflows.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

Drilling Engineers, Drilling Supervisors, Mud Engineers, Rig Managers, and Directional Drillers focused on reducing non-productive time and optimizing wellbore delivery.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.