The IWCF Level 3 Drilling Well Control course is essential training for those currently working in a role that is expected to shut-in a well. The course aims to reinforce and improve the candidate’s existing knowledge and appreciation of the various stages of shutting-in a well; from kick detection to shutting in the well, to monitoring once the well is shut in and monitoring the well-kill operation.
Virtual or Classroom Based Training
Pre-requisites:
IWCF Candidate Registration(CR) number
Prior IWCF certificate at Driller level or above
Delivery Method:
Classroom based instructor led
Virtual Training with live instructor
Course Duration: 5 days
Certificate validity: 2 years
Designed for but not limited to:
Drilling/Intervention Wellsite Supervisor, Superintendent or Company Man
Office based Drilling/Intervention Supervisor
Office based Drilling/Intervention Superintendent
Tool Pusher
Wellsite Well Testing Supervisor
Wellsite Completions Supervisor
Intervention Supervisor
Offshore Installation Manager (OIM)
Drilling Contractor Rig Manager
Supervisors or Crew Chiefs for special service operations
Fishing engineer (if supervising well kill/pressure controlled operations)
The IWCF Level 4 Drilling Well Control course is essential training for those working in wellsite supervisory roles and for office-based personnel that are primarily involved in the operational decision-making process and/or well design.
Virtual or Classroom Based Training
Pre-requisites:
IWCF Candidate Registration(CR) number
Prior IWCF certificate at Driller level or above
Course Duration: 5 days
Certificate validity: 2 years
Designed for but not limited to:
Drilling/Intervention Wellsite Supervisor, Superintendent or Company Man
Office based Drilling/Intervention Supervisor
Office based Drilling/Intervention Superintendent
Tool Pusher
Wellsite Well Testing Supervisor
Wellsite Completions Supervisor
Intervention Supervisor
Offshore Installation Manager (OIM)
Drilling Contractor Rig Manager
Supervisors or Crew Chiefs for special service operations
Fishing engineer (if supervising well kill/pressure controlled operations)
Course Overview:
The IADC Well Sharp Drilling Course at the Introductory Level is designed to equip rig personnel with the essential knowledge and skills required during drilling operations. Covering both surface and subsea topics, this course provides practical insights into well drilling features and basic well control principles. It prepares the rig crew to effectively recognize, prevent, and respond to well control incidents during drilling operations.
Training Options:
Classroom-Based: Instructor-led training in a traditional classroom setting.
Virtual Training: Live instructor-led sessions conducted online.
Course Duration: 3 days
Certification Validity: 5 years
Pre-requisites:
No prior course required.
Who Should Attend: This course is designed for, but not limited to:
Barge Engineer
Floorman
Pit Hand, Pump Man, Shaker Man
Derrickman
BOP/Subsea Engineer
MPD/UBD Well Site Service Personnel (non-supervisory)
Offshore Installation Manager (OIM)
Casing Crew Supervisor
Cementer
ROV Personnel (supervisory)
Mud Engineer
Mud Logger/Wellsite Drilling Data Engineer
Directional Driller
Fishing Tool Operator (non-pressure operations)
Why Attend This Course:
Gain practical knowledge of well drilling features and well control principles.
Develop skills to effectively manage and respond to well control incidents.
Achieve a certification valid for 5 years, enhancing your competence in drilling operations.
Enroll Today! Build your foundational skills in well control with our IADC Well Sharp Drilling Course.