Overview
The course covers both the theory and practical applications of drilling fluids and well cementing technology. The combined lectures, tutorials and laboratory experiments will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the functions, composition and additives of drilling fluids, clay and polymer chemistry and applications in drilling fluids, drilling fluid … For more content click the Read More button below.
The course has a design project on mud program and cuttings transportation in deviated wells. As part of the project, students are required to carry out a literature survey on latest development in mud program and cuttings transportation in deviated wells; carry out a case study by designing a mud program, drilling hydraulics optimization and cuttings transportation in a deviated well.
Conditions for Enrolment
Co-requisite: PTRL5009
Delivery
Multimodal - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)
In-person -
Fees
Type | Amount |
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Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable) | $1119 |
Domestic Students | $5130 |
International Students | $6780 |
Pre-2019 Handbook Editions
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