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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Drilling Technology | |||
| Reference | ENM210 | Version | 10 |
| Created | May 2022 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | April 2006 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | August 2022 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
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| This module focuses on the engineering practices of well construction. To be able to adapt these practices to a range of well types and conditions covering CO2 injectors, encouraging a strategic approach to well planning, and increase the safety of drilling operations. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Design a directional well, selecting appropriate kick-off points, build rates, required hole angles, and bottom hole assemblies. |
| 2 | Develop a detailed casing and cement programme based on casing setting depths with reference to pore pressure and fracture gradient. |
| 3 | Analyse and justify the functional and loading requirements of various tubular strings in order to make a complete design selection for a wide range of different well conditions. |
| 4 | Critically appraise and discuss the principles and theory of survey programming; geodetics, positional uncertainty, tools and calculations in order to develop a survey programme to efficiently fulfil given design objectives. |
| 5 | Critically evaluate bit types and cutting mechanisms and perform calculations related to bit hydraulics. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| 1. Stress Analysis / Torque & Drag Bi-axial and tri-axial stress analysis Piston, buckling, ballooning, temperature, compression & tension equations 2.Directional Drilling Positioning and Co-ordinate Systems Survey calculation methods Basic well planning Anticollision and advanced well planning Drilling tools BHA design 3.Casing and Tubing Design Mechanical Properties of Steel Yield Strengths Buoyancy effects Shoe depth determination Design Criteria Burst and collapse loads Connections and material grades Wellheads 4.Cementing Operations Composition Testing Slurry Properties Placement techniques 5.Bit Technology Bit Hydraulics Bit Types Bit Selection 6.Surveying Magnetic tools: theory and considerations Non-Magnetic tools: theory and considerations Measurements while Drilling Survey programming 7.Drillstring design Tool-joints and handling Operating limits corrosion Inspection and classification 8.Well design process |
| Module Delivery |
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| The module will be delivered by means of face to face and hybrid (full-time) and part-time (online learning part-time) lectures, tutorials, student-centred learning activities, and self-guided study. Emphasis is placed on an integrative approach to communication, engagement and learning, with student involvement fostered through discussion and group work. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 43 | 25 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 107 | 125 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Examination | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| Description: | Closed book examination. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module, a D grade is required. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | C |
| D | D |
| E | E |
| F | F |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | Normally a UK 2.2 honours degree or above, in Engineering or a related discipline. Proficiency in English language for academic purposes, or IELTS score of 6.5 or above. Qualification through previous relevant industry experience may be considered. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | This module is not suitable for students following an MSc in Professional Studies programme unless they meet the entry qualifications stipulated in the University Regulations on admission and the prerequisites above. |
| ADDITIONAL NOTES |
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| Part Time refers to Online Learning Part Time. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | ISLAM, M. RAFIQUL and HOSSAIN, M. ENAMUL. 2020. Drilling Engineering: Towards Achieving Total Sustainability. San Diego: Elsevier Science & Technology. |
| 2 | JAMIESON, A. 2012. Introduction to Wellbore Positioning. University of Highland and Islands Research Office |
| 3 | AADNOY, B.S. 2010. Modern Well Design. 2nd Edition. CRC Press |
| 4 | GEFEI, L. 2021. Applied Well Cementing Engineering. Gulf Professional Publishing. |
| 5 | BOURGOYNE et al. 1984. Applied Drilling Engineering. SPE Publications |
| 6 | ROBINSON, H. and GARCIA, J. 2015. Drillers knowledge book: creative solutions for today's drilling challenges. Houston, Texas: International Association of Drilling Contractors. |
| 7 | RABIA, H. 1985. Oilwell Drilling Engineering. Graham & Trotman |
| 8 | Journal articles, conference proceedings, and appropriate websites. Example OnePetro, Knovel, ASME. |