This course introduces students to the drilling process of deep wells for hydrocarbon
production, high enthalpy geothermal projects and underground CO2 storage. It
provides knowledge to understand all parameters affecting the subsurface
environment, combining various design techniques, selecting equipment and
optimizing cost and revenue under the constraint of technically and environmentally
safe development.
The topics discussed include geo-pressures, drilling process description, drilling bits,
drill and casing string design, casing and cementing methodology, kick control and
deviated wells design. Discussions in the class, solution of demonstrative examples
and the presentation of related topics by the students are parts of the learning
process.
- Teacher: Βασίλειος Γαγάνης
- Teacher: Σοφία Σταματάκη
ECTS : 4
Language : el
Learning Outcomes : Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: - Understand in detail the process by which deep wells are drilled. - Recognize potential hazards during drilling and techniques for addressing them. - Describe and analyze parameters related to drilling such as formation pore pressure, fracturing pressure, drilling fluid hydraulic loads, strength of metallic elements involved in drilling, etc. - Have knowledge of the tools and techniques used in the petroleum industry to ensure successful deep well drilling. - Analyze and calculate the basic cost elements of the project and their connection to the project timeline. - Collaborate with fellow students for the study and presentation of further specialized scientific topics related to well drilling.