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Rig Selection Level 3

17 – 21 Feb. 2025Abu Dhabi08 – 12 Dec. 2025Dubai27 – 31 Oct. 2025Abu Dhabi


Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

  1. Gain a comprehensive understanding of rig selection tailored to drilling engineering requirements.
  2. Analyze technical, operational, and environmental factors impacting rig selection for onshore and offshore projects.
  3. Evaluate rig configurations and specifications based on well design and drilling conditions.
  4. Assess risks and optimize costs for rig operations in diverse drilling environments.
  5. Develop decision-making skills through case studies and real-world simulations specific to drilling projects.

 

Course Syllabus:

Day 1: Fundamentals of Rig Selection for Drilling Engineering

  1. Introduction to Rig Selection
  2. Drilling Engineering Parameters for Rig Selection
  3. Regulatory and HSE Considerations
  4. Case Study: Identifying Rig Requirements for Specific Well Types

 

Day 2: Rig Configurations and Drilling Capabilities

  1. Understanding Rig Components and Performance Metrics
  2. Selection Criteria for Specialized Rigs
  3. Workshop: Comparing Rig Configurations for Well Design Requirements

 

Day 3: Operational and Risk Management in Rig Selection

  1. Operational Factors in Rig Selection
  2. Risk Management in Rig Selection
  3. Practical Exercise: Conducting a Risk Assessment for Rig Operations

 

Day 4: Cost Analysis and Contractual Considerations

  1. Cost Implications of Rig Selection
  2. Contract Management for Drilling Rigs
  3. Case Study: Economic Evaluation of Rig Options for a Complex Drilling Project

 

Day 5: Advanced Rig Selection and Final Project

  1. Digital Tools and Innovations in Rig Selection
  2. Scenario-Based Rig Selection Exercise

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