By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with the skills necessary to effectively plan and execute wireline fishing operations, troubleshoot challenges, and apply suitable strategies for successful outcomes.
Wireline Fishing Operations
One of the most challenging of all fishing jobs is the recovery of wireline and the tool or instruments run with it. The first consideration in wireline fishing is always whether the line has parted or it is still intact
Course Objective
Course Content
These are the following topics to be discussed for this course:
MODULE 1 – Introduction
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Wireline Fish – What is a fish?
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Recognizing a fish
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Planning to fish
MODULE 2 – Fishing & Planning
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How to consider all options
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Equipment – Surface & Downhole
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Case Studies
MODULE 3 – Alternate Fishing Options
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Heavy Duty tools and Surface Considerations
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Logging tool Fishing – Reverse Cut & Thread Options
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Case Studies & Exercise
Audience
Invaluable for production, operations, and integrity professionals involved in implementing & managing well integrity and seeking to improve performance. It is also essential for those who need to develop and implement such systems, or who require an understanding of well integrity management.
This micro VILT will also provide a fresh approach for senior professionals and managers. Designed for professionals in the oil and gas industry who are involved in the design, construction and operation of wells from the following disciplines:
- Production maintenance
- Production operations
- Drilling engineering
- Safety engineering
- Well intervention
- Well integrity engineering
- Asset management
Prerequisite
A basic understanding of drilling and completion principles and some industry exposures are desirable for participants before enrolling in this course. However, this course can be adapted to meet the needs of all attendees.
Gordon Duncan
Your Instructor
Gordon Duncan is a highly experienced professional in the oil and gas industry with over 40 years of expertise. His specialisation lies in well integrity, completions, and well interventions. Throughout his career, he has provided technical training and peer reviews to operators, service companies, and government regulators worldwide.
Gordon has worked with renowned companies such as Shell, Santos, Petro-Canada, Petroleum Development Oman, and BP, establishing himself as a well-rounded drilling, completions, intervention, and well integrity expert. He has developed and delivered popular training courses on various topics related to the industry and has contributed to the development of industry standards and well integrity management systems. Gordon's field experience and dedication to sharing knowledge with the next generation of oil and gas professionals make him a valuable asset to the industry.
