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IADC WELLSHARP - Well Servicing Coiled Tubing Training Course

The IADC WellSharp® Coiled Tubing course provides comprehensive training for service company equipment operators.

Main Service Location

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Course Title

IADC WELLSHARP - Coiled Tubing

Course Duration

5 Days

Training Delivery Method

Classroom (Instructor-Led) or Online (Instructor-Led)

Assessment Criteria

Knowledge Assessment

Service Category

Training, Assessment, and Certification Services

Service Coverage

In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region

Course Average Passing Rate

95%

Post Training Reporting 

Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms

Certificate of Successful Completion

Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.

Certification Provider

IADC WELLSHARP - USA

Certificate Validity

2 Years

Instructors Languages

English / Arabic

Interactive Learning Methods

2 Years

Training Services Design Methodology

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Course Outline

1. Risk Awareness and Management

  • Pressure Control versus Well Control

  • Potential Impacts of a Pressure Control/Well Control Event

  • Live/Dead Well Status

  • Risk Management

  • Pre-job Communication

  • Handover for Tour and Hitch Change

  • Safety Margin Selection

  • Emergency Procedures

  • Pressure Control Equipment/Barrier Envelope Considerations


2. Well Control Principles & Calculations

  • Pressure Fundamentals

  • Forces from Applied Pressure

  • Volume/Displacement Calculations

  • Tubing Collapse and Casing Burst

  • Pre-recorded Well Information

  • Secured Well Conditions


3. Barriers

  • Coiled Tubing

  • Types of Barriers

  • Levels of Barriers

  • Barrier Management


4. General Overview of Surface and Subsurface Wellbore Equipment

  • Tree

  • Pressure Control Equipment (PCE)

  • Accumulators

  • Fluid Measuring

  • Coiled Tubing String

  • Completion Equipment


5. Procedures

  • Monitoring and Recording During Shut-in

  • Securing the Well and Verification of Secured Well Conditions

  • Well Monitoring During Operations

  • Contingency Procedures (API RP 165T, 2nd Edition)


6. Rigging Up

  • Rigging Up


7. Pressure Control Equipment Barriers

  • Barrier Envelope

  • Dynamic PCE

  • Emergency Closures

  • Static Barrier


8. Operational Considerations

  • Operational Limitations

  • Coiled Tubing Limitations

  • Preparation for Well Interventions

  • Objective of Pressure Control Techniques

  • Bullheading

  • Circulation


9. Special Situations

  • Blockages and Trapped Pressure in Tubing / Wellbore

  • Blockages and Restricted Access in Tubing / Wellbore

  • Hydrates

  • H2S Considerations

  • Operations with Specific Pressure Control Concerns

  • Complications with Hydraulic Fracturing Operations

  • CO2 Influx

  • Safety Systems and Emergency Shutdown Devices (ESDs)


10. Coiled Tubing Service Complications and Solutions

  • Collapsed Coiled Tubing


11. Organizing a Well Control Operation

  • Personnel Assignments

  • Pre-Recorded Information

  • Plan Responses to Anticipated Well Control Scenarios

  • Communications Responsibilities


12. Testing

  • Pressure and Function Tests

  • Well Control Equipment Testing

  • Testing of Surface Tree Equipment


13. Government, Industry and Company Rules, Orders and Policies

  • Incorporate by Reference

  • Differing Requirements upon Regulatory Bodies


14. Ancillary Considerations

  • Gas Detection, if installed on site

  • Fluid-Gas separators, if installed on site

  • Choke Operations, if installed on site

  • Wellhead Control Panel, if installed on site

Targeted Audience

The course is designed for:

  • Coiled Tubing Operators and Supervisors

  • Well Intervention Specialists

  • Completion Engineers

  • Field Technicians involved in coiled tubing operations

  • Well Service Personnel

  • Aspiring Coiled Tubing Professionals

  • Anyone responsible for coiled tubing well control operations

Knowledge Assessment

  • Pressure control principles and calculations

  • Barrier philosophy and management

  • Equipment identification and function

  • Risk assessment and management procedures

  • Operational limitations and considerations

  • Special situations and complications

  • Testing procedures and requirements

  • Emergency response protocols

  • Regulatory requirements and industry standards

  • Communication and documentation requirements

Key Learning Objectives

  • Understand the principles of pressure control and well control.

  • Identify and manage risks associated with coiled tubing operations.

  • Learn the importance of barriers and how to maintain well integrity.

  • Gain proficiency in rigging up and operating coiled tubing equipment.

  • Develop skills to handle special situations and emergencies during operations.

  • Familiarize with industry standards, government regulations, and company policies.

Course Overview

The IADC WellSharp® - Coiled Tubing Training Course provides thorough instruction on pressure control principles and risk management for coiled tubing operations. This specialized program follows the International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) WellSharp curriculum requirements and focuses on developing the critical knowledge and skills needed for safe and effective coiled tubing well interventions.


Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of pressure control equipment, barrier philosophy, operational considerations, and emergency procedures specific to coiled tubing services. The course emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical applications to ensure personnel can maintain well control during complex coiled tubing operations across various wellbore environments.

Practical Assessment

Practical Assessment is not required by IADC - WellSharp. However, a virtual simulator is available if required by the client.

Why Choose This Course?

  • Specialized Training: Focuses on coiled tubing-specific well control techniques and operations.

  • Hands-On Learning: Practice real-world scenarios using simulations and case studies.

  • Industry Certification: Earn the IADC WellSharp Coiled Tubing Certification, recognized globally.

  • Safety Emphasis: Learn OSHA, API, and IADC safety standards for coiled tubing operations.

  • Expert Instructors: Gain insights from experienced coiled tubing professionals.

  • Career Advancement: Enhance your skills and qualifications for roles in well intervention and coiled tubing.

  • Global Relevance: Applicable to both onshore and offshore coiled tubing operations.

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