Basic Drilling Technology - BDT

This course offers a fundamental overview of the design, planning, and implementation of drilling oil and gas wells. It benefits all parties involved in the drilling process, including administrative support and multi-discipline team members, by enhancing their understanding of basic concepts and practices. The course covers essential terminology, equipment, and procedures, with detailed discussions on drill bits, directional drilling, drilling fluids, solids control, cementing, casing, well bore stability, well control, measurement-while-drilling techniques, stuck pipe, lost circulation, and well bore hydraulics. Additionally, it includes topics like clay mineralogy, pressure effects, and the behavior of rocks under pressure to improve understanding of drilling operations for participants of all backgrounds.