Introduction to Artificial Lift

INTRODUCTION TO ARTIFICAL LIFT

Artificial lift is changing reservoir pressure in oil wells to increase the flow of oil (or water) to the surface. As production continues, the natural reservoir pressure declines, so there is no force to push the oil out.

COURSE LEVEL

AWARENESS

Duration

4 Hours

PREREQUISITE

NONE

Course Objective

This short course will give participants an overall more precise picture of the artificial lift options that exist to maximise the production life of their assets.

Course Content

MODULE 1 – Overview

Types of Artificial Lift
Artificial lift vs. Enhanced Production
Best Options – Dummies Guide to AL

MODULE 2 – Advantages & Disadvantages

The Elimination process
Cost Effectiveness
Hazards & Concerns

MODULE 3 – Monitoring Effectiveness

Is the AL Method Delivering as Promised?
Management of data
Secondary AL systems

Audience

This Micro VILT will benefit production and field operations engineers, junior and senior petroleum engineers and field technicians as well as geoscientists and reservoir engineers who wish to understand the implications of production systems on their field reservoirs.

Prerequisite

A basic understanding of drilling and completion principles and some industry exposures are desirable for participants before enrolling in this course. However, if this is not the case, the system will 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.