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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Drilling Operations Management | |||
| Reference | ENM211 | Version | 7 |
| Created | March 2023 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | April 2004 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | July 2023 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To introduce the principles and techniques involved in managing well engineering and construction operations. To provide an understanding of the theory and practice of drilling and well engineering. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Critically appraise the general principles of project management to drilling engineering, well construction and well intervention operations over the life cycle of a well. |
| 2 | Generate economic evaluation of projects with appropriate Cost Management. |
| 3 | Take responsibility for appropriate implementation of Safety Management Systems and risk for equipment and well operations. |
| 4 | Prepare modern management methods, such as partnering and alliances, network analysis and performance incentive schemes, to significantly improved drill planning and performance, reducing the incidence of non-productive time. |
| 5 | Make informed judgements about most effective ways to communicate with management and peers, both within drilling and with other technical and non-technical disciplines. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Introduction to Drilling and Operations Management: - Scale and Scope of Drilling Projects; - Feasibility and Economics; - Drilling Organisation and People; - Project Management Tools and Techniques; - Risk Management and Analysis. Well Planning, Design and Construction: - The Well Planning Process; - Preliminary and Detailed Well Design; - Drilling Programmes; - Pre-Spud Meetings; - Operational Supervision and Control; - Drilling Training; - Avoidance/Control of Common Drilling Problems; - HP/HT considerations. Drilling and Petroleum Economics: -Drilling Costs and Field Development Economics; -Contracts for Rigs and Services; -Procurement Procedures; -Partnering and Alliances; -Evaluating the Impact of New Technology; -Cost Management, Estimating and Control; -Performance Monitoring; - Performance Improvement, Incentives, Benchmarking ; - Impact of Taxation. Legislation/Regulation of Drilling Operations: - U.K., European and International Perspectives; - Consents to Drill; - Planning Consents; - Cullen Inquiry and Safety Case Regime; - Well Examination Schemes; - Drilling Policy Documents. Health, Safety and Environmental Management: - Health and Safety Legislation and Regulation; - Safety Health and Environmental Management Systems; - Compliance and Control; - Emergency Response Plans; - HSE Manuals; - Incident Reporting and Analysis. |
| Module Delivery |
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| The module will be delivered by means of lectures, tutorials and student-centred learning. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 35 | 35 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 115 | 115 |
| 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: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| Description: | Case study and reports to management. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| 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 in Engineering or a related discipline and proficiency in English language for academic purposes (or IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent). |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | This module is not suitable for students following a Professional Studies programme unless they meet the entry qualifications stipulated in the University Regulations on admission and the prerequisites stated above. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | FRASER K. 1991. Managing Drilling Operations. Elsevier |
| 2 | GRACE R.D. 2003. Blowout and Well Control Handbook. Gulf Publishing |
| 3 | JAHN F., COOK M., and GRAHAM M. 1998. Hydrocarbon Exploration and Production. Elsevier |
| 4 | MOORE P.L. 1986. Drilling Practices Manual, 2nd ed. PenWell |
| 5 | TURNER J. R. 1993. The Handbook of Project-Based Management. McGraw-Hill |