Mining Drilling Course
This course equips you with essential drilling expertise for mining and oil/gas operations, focusing on optimising parameters, understanding rock-bit interactions, mastering well control, performing rig calculations, handling kicks, and applying proven field techniques to enhance ROP while prioritising safety and asset protection. Ideal for drillers seeking reliable performance gains.

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 limits.
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Develop skills
- Optimise drilling parameters by setting safe weight on bit, rotations per minute, and pump rates to achieve higher ROP.
- Interpret key rig data including torque, mechanical specific energy, and standpipe pressure to inform operational decisions.
- Apply fundamental well control measures by identifying early kick indicators and performing rapid shut-in procedures.
- Select appropriate drill bits and hydraulic configurations to suit rock formations and ROP objectives.
- Lead secure drilling activities through effective briefings, role assignments for kicks, and precise incident recording.
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