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Let's delve a little into: "The Fundamentals of Well Completion Design" Well completion is a critical phase in petroleum engineering, marking the transition from drilling a well to making it a production conduit. This process involves a series of steps to ensure that hydrocarbons can flow efficiently from the reservoir to the surface. Effective well completion design is essential for optimizing production, enhancing recovery, and maintaining well integrity over its lifecycle. Key Aspects of Well Completion Design: Reservoir Understanding: Knowledge of the reservoir characteristics, including its pressure, temperature, and fluid properties, is foundational. This data informs decisions on the type of completion that will maximize production while ensuring safety and environmental protection. Completion Types: There are several completion types, each suited for different reservoir conditions and production goals. These include open-hole completions, cased-hole completions, and more advanced techniques like multi-stage hydraulic fracturing. The choice depends on factors like wellbore stability and the need for zonal isolation. Perforation Strategy: Effective perforation is crucial for establishing communication between the reservoir and the wellbore. The design involves selecting appropriate perforating guns, charge sizes, and shot densities to optimize the flow of hydrocarbons. Sand Control: In reservoirs prone to sand production, sand control measures such as gravel packing or the use of sand screens are essential to prevent sand from entering the wellbore, which can damage equipment and reduce productivity. Well Integrity: Ensuring the mechanical integrity of the well throughout its life is paramount. This includes the design and installation of casing, tubing, and wellhead equipment, as well as the application of effective cementing practices to isolate the wellbore from surrounding formations. For professionals and prospective well completion engineers looking to deepen their understanding and refine their skills, the attached handbook by the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Misan Chapter is an invaluable resource. This comprehensive guide provides detailed insights, best practices, and cutting-edge techniques in well completion design, fostering a deeper knowledge base and enhancing practical application in the field. Take advantage of this opportunity to elevate your expertise, optimize well performance, and contribute to the evolving field of petroleum engineering. Make judicious use of the SPE Misan Chapter's handbook to stay at the forefront of well completion innovation. follow me if you can at Onoja Matthew for more updates on Job openings, Graduate opportunities, scholarships, grants, internship, and fellowships. #PetroleumEngineering #Drilling #WellCompletionDesign

Vocational Training thrivingly completed: An individual’s career advancement is contingent upon the industry insight one possesses. The pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mining) requires a balanced combination of practical training and conceptual understanding. It is of utmost importance that students are provided adequate insight into industrial operations, ethics, and economic realities associated with the faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment. Vacation employment commenced on the 15th of November 2023 through to the 15th of December 2023 at the Western Chrome Mines (WCM) Mooinooi section. The mine had a recess period of a month from December 15th to January 15th. The candidate resumed vocational training upon reopening, until the 09th of February 2024. Secured approximately 35 successful underground morning (06:00 – 15:00) shifts and was supervised by Shift supervisor Mr. T. Dladla and performance manager Human resource practitioner Mr. J. Gouws. Section of employment: Level 7 MG2 [Stratigraphic location: Bushveld complex Critical zone of Minerals] Acquired Training on: Blasting operations, Mine Surveying, Mine Safety, Underground Mining Systems, Explosives Engineering, Geological mapping, Drilling Engineering, Project Management, Conveyor systems, Beneficiation of plants, Sampling, and Ventilation. Immensely grateful for the experience obtained. Special appreciation to my line managers and onsite supervisors. #mining #womeninmining #surveying #mine #engineering #stemcareers #wits #traininganddevelopment #university #chrome #stratigraphy #geology #mineindaba #explosives #miningequipment

Large scale combustion of fossil fuels is not compatible with long term human civilization. We need to stop burning fossil fuels as soon as possible. Entertaining fantasies like clean fossil fuels, the hydrogen economy, or CCS is not helpful. It just kicks the can down the road for future generations to solve. As a proud Mines grad, I hope CSM can find a way to divert all of it’s massive PE resources to help solving the problem rather than clawing it’s way to be the “last PE department standing”.

Completing summer training course at pulsar petroleum by Soran University , this course was about drilling fluid engineering and how can to prepare an appropriate mud for wells ( specifically to iraq-kurdistan formations)…

Interested in hearing more about Laterals Longer Than A Texas Summer? Join IADD next Thursday (August 22, 2024) for a discussion on factors that can impact longer laterals. - Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm - Landry's Seafood House: 1212 Lake Robbins Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380 While many directional drilling challenges prevent operators from drilling longer wells, it may be surprising to learn that drilling is the easiest part of drilling longer wells. The most challenging aspects of successfully constructing long-reach wells today are running and cementing production casing along with aspects related to the post-fac operations. All these complications (both drilling and completion) will be discussed to give the audience an understanding of all the different aspects associated with successfully drilling, deploying, and cementing tubular, and completing long-reach wells. Our Speaker, Mishal Abahusayn A graduate of the University of Colorado with over 25 years of experience, Mishal has worked for various operators including Saudi Aramco, Maersk Oil Qatar, and Exxon. He has been working for the Drilling Engineering consulting group K&M Technology Group since 2010 as a drilling engineer and for the past 7 years as K&M's wells Engineering Manager To register, go to https://lnkd.in/gHGNZcsq.

The power of conceptual thinking: When I look back at my professional trajectory, I see that an understanding of concepts helped me to achieve challenging milestones and get incredible opportunities during my journey: i. Altyn belgi or Golden Medal for graduating from a high school with honors ii. BSc in Petroleum Engineering with GPA 3.75/4.00 and Bolashak scholarship to fully fund my MSc in Petroleum Engineering in the UK (graduated with merit) iii. MWD/LWD engineering in offshore drilling in the North Sea. Successful switch to geosteering and operational geology expert track iv. Computer science intro via Stanford CS106A Code-in-Place initiative during pandemic v. Career change to management consulting I was able to achieve the above mentioned mostly by applying conceptual thinking. This skill is simple, but it is not easy to master. Yet, getting comfortable with conceptual thinking makes professional life exciting

A great way to help prepare discipline engineers to work in the mining industry.

💡 Today's #IDEAAlumniSpotlight goes to Ferdinando Campos, a graduate from IDEA Edinburg in 2018 and Texas A&M University in 2022 with a degree in Petroleum Engineering. Ferdinando is a MPD Field Engineer at Weatherford International, and one of the best experiences at his job has been the ability to travel and work in highly remote areas in Louisiana, Michigan and all over Texas. Here is the advice and lesson he shares to all IDEA alumni pursuing their college & career journey: "Define your plans after college such as finding full-time jobs relating to your major and never stop learning. The most important lesson I have learned since I left IDEA was to bravely set goals and plans for your future and stay disciplined every day to accomplish them."

Hello connections👋 I am thrilled to share that I have successfully completed my one-month vocational training at SAIL Chasnalla Colliery Division from 24th June to 23rd July. During this period, I gained invaluable hands-on experience and insights into various critical aspects of mining operations. Here are the key points I learned: Depillaring with Stowing:- Depillaring involves the systematic removal of coal pillars left to support the mine roof. Stowing is the process of filling the voids left by the extracted pillars with materials such as sand or fly ash to prevent roof collapse and ensure ground stability. This technique is essential for maximizing coal recovery while maintaining safety. Drilling and Blasting:- Drilling and blasting are fundamental techniques in mining used to break up rock formations to facilitate the extraction of minerals. I learned about the different types of drills, drilling patterns, and the careful planning and execution required to ensure efficient and safe blasting operations. Mine Ventilation:- Proper ventilation is crucial in mining to ensure a safe working environment by providing fresh air, removing hazardous gases, and controlling dust levels. I gained knowledge about designing and maintaining effective ventilation systems to ensure the well-being of mine workers. Mine Support:- Mine support systems are essential for maintaining the stability of mine structures. I learned about various types of supports such as timber sets, steel supports, and roof bolts, and their application in different mining conditions to prevent collapses and ensure the safety of the miners. Mine Machinery:- Modern mining relies heavily on advanced machinery for various operations. I had the opportunity to learn about the different types of mining machinery, including continuous miners, shuttle cars, and roof bolters, and their roles in improving efficiency and safety in mining operations. This training has significantly enhanced my practical knowledge and skills, preparing me for a successful career in the mining industry. I am immensely grateful to SAIL Chasnalla Colliery Division for this enriching experience. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the entire team at SAIL chasnalla underground collieries for their guidance and support throughout this journey. Looking forward to applying these skills and continuing my journey in the field of mining engineering! #Vocationaltraining #MiningEngineering #BITSindri #SAIL #ChasnallaColliery #MiningSkills

🌟 Thinking about starting a career in petroleum engineering? 🌟 Discover the essential steps and valuable tips to kickstart your journey in this exciting field. From understanding the basics to exploring advanced techniques, this guide has it all. 🚀 Read more here: How to Start a Career in Petroleum Engineering