| Code | Date | Format | Currency | Team of 10 Per Person* |
Team of 7 Per Person* |
Early Bird Fee Per Person |
Normal Fee Per Person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PE2215 | 27 - 29 Apr 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | SGD | 4,299 | 4,499 | 4,799 | 4,999 |
| PE2215 | 27 - 29 Apr 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | USD | 3,353 | 3,509 | 3,699 | 3,899 |
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Code
PE2215Date
27 - 29 Apr 2026Format
Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaCurrency
SGDTeam of 10
Per Person*
4,299
Team of 7
Per Person*
4,499
Early Bird Fee
Per Person
4,799
Normal Fee
Per Person
4,999
Code
PE2215Date
27 - 29 Apr 2026Format
Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaCurrency
USDTeam of 10
Per Person*
3,353
Team of 7
Per Person*
3,509
Early Bird Fee
Per Person
3,699
Normal Fee
Per Person
3,899
*Fee per person in a team of 7 or 10 participating from the same organisation, registering 6 weeks before the course dateRequest for a quote if you have different team sizes, content customisation, alternative dates or course timing requirements Request for in-person classroom training or online (VILT) training format
About this Training
This intensive 3-day program provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of drilling fluid systems and their critical role in successful well delivery. The course begins with an overview of drilling fluids and hydraulics, establishing a strong foundation in fluid functions, properties, and system design. Participants will learn how to optimize circulation, manage hydraulics for hole cleaning, and apply fluid properties to enhance drilling performance and maintain wellbore stability.
Building on this foundation, the course explores fluid chemistry, rheology, and system design with a strong focus on water-based and non-aqueous fluids. Participants will examine clay behaviour, inhibitor mechanisms, and the operational impact of fluid additives. Practical emphasis is placed on rheology management, solids control practices, and the selection of appropriate mud systems for a variety of operational and environmental conditions.
The final day addresses advanced challenges and applications, including lost circulation, wellbore strengthening, stuck pipe prevention, and cementing compatibility. Special modules cover high-pressure/high-temperature (HPHT) environments, reservoir protection, and mud lab operations to reinforce practical decision-making. By the end of the course, participants will be able to design and evaluate drilling fluid programs that not only improve operational efficiency but also safeguard well integrity, reduce non-productive time, and enhance overall drilling performance.
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the key functions, classifications, and properties of drilling fluids and how they influence drilling performance, wellbore stability, and safety.
- Design and evaluate fluid hydraulics and rheology to optimize hole cleaning, manage equivalent circulating density (ECD), and enhance bit performance in complex wells.
- Assess and apply fluid chemistry principles, including clay–fluid interactions, additive selection, and system design for both water-based and non-aqueous muds.
- Identify and mitigate common drilling challenges such as lost circulation, stuck pipe, and wellbore instability through appropriate fluid selection and wellbore strengthening techniques.
- Integrate drilling fluid strategies with advanced applications, including HPHT wells, geothermal environments, and cementing operations, ensuring compatibility and reservoir protection.
This course is ideal for:
- Drilling Engineers, Fluids Engineers, and Mud Engineers involved in well planning and execution.
- Wellsite Supervisors, Company Men, and Drilling Supervisors seeking to enhance operational decision-making related to fluid systems.
- Technical Professionals from service companies who work with drilling fluids, solids control, or wellbore stability.
- Petroleum Engineers or Geoscientists transitioning into drilling operations roles.
- Participants should have a basic understanding of drilling operations. Prior mud school or field exposure is recommended for maximum benefit.
- Intermediate
- Advanced
The course will be delivered through a blend of interactive lectures, case studies, and group workshops that connect theory with real-world drilling challenges. Participants will engage in problem-solving exercises on hydraulics, rheology, and fluid design, supported by practical demonstrations and mud lab familiarization where possible. Open discussions, Q&A sessions, and experience sharing will ensure the learning is tailored to participant backgrounds and operational contexts, reinforcing both technical understanding and practical application.
Your expert course leader is a seasoned drilling professional with over 34 years of oilfield experience, including more than 5,000 days at rig sites and in operational support. With 18+ years dedicated to training and competency development, he has designed and delivered advanced programs in drilling fluids, wellbore stability, stuck pipe prevention, and hydraulics for global operators such as Total and Schlumberger NExT. Consistently rated among the top drilling instructors worldwide, he blends deep technical knowledge of fluid systems with extensive field experience, ensuring participants gain both practical and strategic insights into advanced drilling fluid applications.
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Q1: What are drilling fluids and why are they important in drilling operations?
A: Drilling fluids, or “mud,” are engineered liquids used during drilling to cool and lubricate the drill bit, transport cuttings to the surface, maintain wellbore stability, and control formation pressures. Proper fluid selection and management prevent stuck pipe, well collapse, and lost circulation, while optimizing drilling efficiency and minimizing non-productive time (NPT).
Q2: What is the difference between water-based and non-aqueous drilling fluids?
A: Water-based muds (WBM) use water as the primary fluid and are environmentally friendly and cost-effective. Non-aqueous fluids (NAF), including oil-based (OBM) and synthetic-based (SBM) muds, offer better lubricity, thermal stability, and shale inhibition. NAF is preferred in HPHT wells or reactive formations but requires stricter handling and disposal measures.
Q3: How does drilling fluid rheology affect wellbore performance?
A: Rheology describes a fluid’s flow behavior, including viscosity, yield point, and gel strength. Proper rheology ensures efficient cuttings transport, maintains equivalent circulating density (ECD) within safe limits, and reduces the risk of stuck pipe or formation damage. Adjustments are made using additives to adapt to wellbore geometry, temperature, and pressure.
Q4: What are common challenges in drilling fluid management?
A: Challenges include lost circulation, wellbore instability, formation damage, solids buildup, and fluid degradation under HPHT conditions. Operators must monitor fluid properties in real time, maintain solids control, and select appropriate additives to mitigate these risks while balancing cost, environmental compliance, and operational efficiency.
Q5: How are drilling fluids used to prevent wellbore instability?
A: Drilling fluids stabilize the wellbore by providing hydrostatic pressure to counteract formation pressure, inhibiting shale swelling with chemical stabilizers, and bridging fractures using lost circulation materials (LCM). Proper fluid density and composition minimize collapse, differential sticking, and formation damage, especially in deep, high-angle, or reactive formations.
Q6: What is the role of solids control in drilling fluid systems?
A: Solids control systems, including shakers, desanders, desilters, and centrifuges, remove drilled cuttings and fine solids to maintain mud properties. Efficient solids control preserves rheology, reduces wear on pumps and equipment, and prevents excessive ECD fluctuations, contributing to wellbore stability and overall drilling efficiency.
Q7: What trends are emerging in drilling fluid technology?
A: Trends include environmentally friendly synthetic fluids, high-performance additives for HPHT and geothermal wells, real-time fluid monitoring, and integration with digital drilling systems. Data-driven fluid optimization is increasingly used to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact, supporting the shift toward sustainable drilling operations.
Q8: How do advanced drilling fluids support geothermal or HPHT drilling?
A: In HPHT and geothermal wells, drilling fluids must withstand extreme temperatures, high pressures, and corrosive formations. Specialized fluids provide thermal stability, reduce formation damage, and maintain optimal rheology, enabling safe drilling in challenging reservoirs while protecting equipment and the subsurface environment.
Q9: What are the advantages of using engineered drilling fluids over conventional muds?
A: Engineered fluids optimize hole cleaning, pressure control, wellbore stability, and bit performance. They reduce non-productive time, prevent formation damage, and adapt to specific formations and well designs. Compared to conventional muds, they offer higher thermal stability, better shale inhibition, and improved operational predictability.
Q10: What is the future outlook for drilling fluids in the oil and gas industry?
A: The future emphasizes sustainable, high-performance fluids that integrate with digital drilling technologies for real-time monitoring and predictive optimization. There is growing focus on environmentally compliant formulations, reduced water and chemical usage, and fluids designed for complex wells, HPHT, and geothermal applications, supporting safer and more efficient drilling.
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