PETE426 DRILLING FLUID ENGINEERING
| Course Code: | 5660426 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assoc.Prof.Dr. İSMAİL HAKKI GÜCÜYENER |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
This course addresses basic concepts of the latest developments in drilling fluids technology. Student will learn the key concepts of drilling fluids function, develop an understanding of the physical and chemical properties of drilling fluids from field standpoint, and gain some practical insight into methods and materials currently used to control drilling fluid properties and problems. Participants will then learn how implement this knowledge to aid in the design, maintenance, and development of an efficient fluid system for a given drilling scenario. Some diagnostic exercises will be given to identify fundamental drilling fluid problems. Various drilling systems will be introduced and the advantages and disadvantages of different systems will be discussed.
Course Content
Clay mineralogy and colloid chemistry of muds. Rheology and filtration properties of drilling fluids. Annual performance calculations. Composition of water base muds. Inhibitive and low solid muds. Theory of emulsion and foam. Composition of oil base and pneumatic drilling fluids. Solids control. Hole stability. Problems related to drilling fluids. Differential sticking, lost circulation and corrosion.
Course Learning Outcomes
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This course addresses basic concepts of the latest developments in drilling fluids technology.
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Student will learn the key concepts of drilling fluids function, develop an understanding of the physical and chemical properties of drilling fluids from field standpoint, and gain some practical insight into methods and materials currently used to control drilling fluid properties and problems.
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Participants will then learn how implement this knowledge to aid in the design, maintenance, and development of an efficient fluid system for a given drilling scenario.
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Some diagnostic exercises will be given to identify fundamental drilling fluid problems.
Program Outcomes Matrix
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| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgements, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||