Designed to meet industry guidelines, this course addresses more advanced principles and theories of well control and presents a variety of well control methods. It identifies a body of knowledge and a set of job skills necessary to meet IADC WellSharp™ learning objectives.

his course is designed for well site supervisory and office-based personnel who are primarily involved in the decision-making process for surface stack well control and/or involved in the design of well barriers. It identifies a body of knowledge and a set of job skills that can be used to provide surface stack well control knowledge and skills development for drilling operations.

Some of the topics included in this course are: Pressure Basics, Kick Theory, Causes of Kicks, Complications, Shut-in Procedures, Fluids, Kick Warning Signs, Kill Sheets, BOP Equipment, Constant Bottomhole Pressure Methods, Regulations, Stripping.

Refund Policy

Effective 05/19/25, refunds on courses will be liable to 10% of the course cost where withdrawal is less than 7 calendar days of the course start date. In addition, a non-refundable credit card processing fee of $50 will apply. Rather than cancel, we would be happy to help you reschedule your course at no additional cost. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please email info@americanwellcontrolacademy.com.