Mining Drilling Course
This course equips participants with essential knowledge in optimising drilling parameters, understanding rock-bit interactions, and mastering well control techniques to enhance ROP safely in mining and oil & gas operations. Through real-world calculations, kick response strategies, and proven field practices, learners will improve performance while prioritising personnel safety and asset protection, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical skills in mining drilling to boost rate of penetration (ROP) safely, covering drilling mechanics, rock-bit dynamics, hydraulics, parameter computations, data analysis, kick detection, response protocols, communication, and documentation for confident operations within safety limits.
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Develop skills
- Optimise drilling parameters by setting safe weight on bit, RPM, and pump rates to maximise ROP.
- Interpret key rig data including torque, mechanical specific energy, and standpipe pressure for informed decisions.
- Apply fundamental well control measures to detect early kick indicators and perform rapid shut-in procedures.
- Select appropriate drill bits and hydraulic configurations tailored to rock formations and ROP objectives.
- Lead secure drilling activities through effective briefings, role assignments for kicks, and precise incident recording.
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