Control Mud Level, Managed Pressure Drilling, Riser-Less Mud Recovery, & Managed Pressure Cementing (CML, MPD, RMR, & MPC) (DRL 340)
Control Mud Level, Managed Pressure Drilling, Riser-Less Mud Recovery, & Managed Pressure Cementing (CML, MPD, RMR, & MPC) (DRL 340)
COURSE SCHEDULE
| Code | Date | Location | price (€)* |
|---|---|---|---|
| DRL 340 | 12 – 15 May 2026 | Online | 2640 |
| DRL 340 | 9 – 12 Jun 2026 | Stavanger | 3520 |
COURSE OVERVIEW
The aim of this course is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to drill safely and efficiently in formations with a narrow mud weight window, where conventional drilling methods are often inadequate. The course covers advanced techniques and technologies applicable to both onshore and offshore drilling and cementing operations. Key topics include Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD), Controlled Mud Level (CML) systems, and Riserless Mud Recovery (RMR) for top-hole sections. These technologies enable operators to manage tight pore pressure and fracture pressure margins, mitigate drilling risks in problematic zones, and extend drilling intervals more effectively. The application of these methods contributes to reduced non-productive time (NPT), lower operational risk, improved wellbore stability, and enhanced cost efficiency. In addition, optimizing drilling performance through these technologies supports more sustainable operations by reducing overall environmental impact and carbon footprint.
COURSE OUTLINE
4 days
Day 1
o Welcome and introduction
o What is MPD?
o Reason for using MPD
o MPD Equipment
o MPD Operation
o MPD Design
o Pressurized Mud Cap Drilling operation
o Exercise
Day 2
o What is CML system?
o Reason for using CML system
o CML system equipment
o CML operation
o CML design
o Controlled Mud Cap Drilling operation
o Exercise
Day 3
o What is RMR system?
o Application of RMR system
o RMR system equipment
o Operation with RMR system
o RMR design for top-hole section
o Exercise
Day 4
o What is MPC?
o Reason for using MPC
o Using MPC with CML system
o Using MPC with RMR system
o MPC equipment with CML and RMR
o MPC operation
o MPC design
INSTRUCTOR
Dr. Behzad Elahifar
Dr. Behzad Elahifar accumulated 16 years of experience in drilling engineering, with both onshore and offshore operations across multiple regions, including the Middle East, North Sea, Barents Sea, Caspian Sea, Australia, and the Gulf of Mexico.
He has worked with NOV (National Oilwell Varco) as a Project Manager for Wired Drill Pipe and real-time communication systems, supporting operations in the North Sea and Barents Sea with Equinor and Lundin. He also served as a Project Manager and Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Engineer with Enhanced Drilling, where he gained extensive experience with Controlled Mud Level (CML) systems and MPD technologies for drilling and cementing operations on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, as well as in the Gulf of Mexico and the Caspian Sea.
His professional experience includes the following roles:
Associate Professor, NTNU – Department of Geoscience and Petroleum
Project Manager, NOV (National Oilwell Varco)
Project Manager / Drilling Engineer (MPD), Enhanced Drilling
Drilling Engineer, Advanced Drilling Solutions
Drilling Instructor / Researcher, Montanuniversität Leoben (University of Leoben)
Drilling Supervisor, NIOC (National Iranian Oil Company)
He combines academic expertise with extensive field and project management experience in advanced drilling technologies and well engineering operations.
FAQ
DESIGNED FOR
The course is designed for Petroleum Engineers, Drilling Engineers, Geologists, Petrophysicists, Geo-modelers.
COURSE LEVEL
Intermediate
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The learning objectives of the top-most-level content of the course are mentioned as follows:
oThe learning objectives of the top-most-level content of the course are mentioned as follows:
oA deep understanding of managed pressure drilling, control mud level, and riser-less mud recovery system.
oApplication of using MPD, CML, and RMR systems in operation and designing them for different drilling scenarios based on bottom hole pressure limitations and cost reduction purposes.
oManaged pressure cementing for all methodologies which were mentioned above.
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