Must be involved or wants to be involved in well head services with basic maintainance knowledge
Features
installtion,operations and maintenance of wellheads
Target audiences
Maintenance technicians and engineers. • Oilfield operators. • Wellhead equipment suppliers and vendors. • Field supervisors and production engineers.
Wellhead operations refer to the activities and processes involved in the installation, operation, monitoring, and maintenance of the wellhead, which serves as the critical point of control for oil and gas wells. The wellhead is located at the surface and provides a pressure-sealed interface between the drilling and production equipment.We will delve into wellhead operations and maintenance in detail in this course.
Course Objectives
1. Understand the components and functionality of wellhead equipment.
2. Gain proficiency in operating and maintaining wellhead systems.
3. Learn safety protocols and troubleshooting techniques.
4. Develop skills for diagnosing wellhead failures and ensuring system integrity.
5. Learn regulatory compliance and best practices.
COURSE CONTENT
1. Introduction to Wellhead Systems
• Overview of wellhead equipment and components
• Types of wellheads (surface and subsea)
• Importance of wellhead integrity in oil and gas production
• Industry standards and guidelines (API, ISO)
2. Wellhead Components and Their Functions
• Casing heads and casing spools
• Tubing heads and tubing spools
• Christmas trees (surface and subsea)
• Flow control components (valves, chokes, actuators)
• Seals and gaskets
3. Installation and Commissioning
• Preparation for wellhead installation
• Tools and equipment required
• Step-by-step installation procedures
• Pressure testing and leak checks
• Best practices for safe commissioning
4. Wellhead Operations
• Understanding well pressure management
• Flow control operations
• Well shut-in and startup procedures
• Gas lift and artificial lift integration with the wellhead
• Monitoring wellhead performance
5. Maintenance and Inspection
• Importance of regular inspection and maintenance
• Common failure modes and troubleshooting (leaks, corrosion, erosion)
• Wellhead grease injection and valve servicing
• Non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques
• Maintenance schedules and record-keeping
6. Safety Considerations
• Pressure containment and blowout prevention
• Wellhead safety valves (SSSV, PSV)
• Hazard identification and risk management
• Emergency response and contingency planning
7. Troubleshooting and Repair
• Identifying wellhead issues
• Repair techniques for valves, seals, and flanges
• Replacement of wellhead components
• Hot work procedures around wellheads
• Dealing with high-pressure and sour gas wells
8. Advanced Topics (Optional)
• Subsea wellhead operations
• Integration with digital monitoring systems (IoT and SCADA)
• Upgrades and retrofits for aging wellheads
• Environmental considerations and compliance
9. Practical Demonstrations and Case Studies
• Hands-on assembly and disassembly of wellhead components
• Simulated troubleshooting scenarios.
