PROGRAM SUMMARY:
Outlines a clear "blueprint" for the safe, efficient drilling of a well. Integrates the mud, casing, bit, cementing and safety programs. Presents an understanding of how a well proposal is initiated and justified economically. Introduces basic principles of wellbore deviation and directional control. Describes features, applications, benefits and limitations of various well profiles. Discusses tools, planning, survey techniques and operating practices, pointing out problems that are unique to horizontal and high-angle directional drilling. BACKGROUND LEARNING:
Complete the following IPIMS.ep Background Learning courses:

Well Planning Directional and Horizontal Drilling

ACTION LEARNING:
Complete the following simulated job assignments:

Initial Well Planning - Define basic drilling and well completion requirements based on reservoir management objectives. Identify critical logistical issues and HSE considerations. Generate budget cost estimate.   Well Design - Define basic well design parameters, including well profile, casing points and casing/hole diameters. Design casing strings and outline cementing requirements. Select surface equipment components. Generate preliminary cost estimates for inclusion in AFE.

RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT:
Submit a short (3 to 5 page) original paper of publishable quality devoted to some aspect of Well Planning and Design. Include one or more recommendations for applying technology, better operating practices or improved business practices within your company. Alternatively, you may prepare a research report summarizing recent developments in technology, business or management practices, with references, that will be of interest to your management. Your IHRDC mentor must approve the assignment topic in advance, and the final report must be accepted by your manager and the IHRDC mentor before credit is received.