Directional, Horizontal & Extended Reach Drilling

1) Course Introduction

This course offers advanced techniques for planning and executing directional, horizontal, and extended reach drilling (ERD) operations.

At the center of this program, Seattle International Institute for Training integrates engineering workflows that enhance precision, reduce drilling risks, and maximize reservoir contact.

2) Key Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

• Plan directional well trajectories
• Understand BHA design for directional drilling
• Execute horizontal and ERD wells safely
• Manage torque, drag, and wellbore stability challenges
• Optimize drilling performance using modern tools

3) Target Audience

• Drilling engineers
• Directional drillers
• Rig supervisors
• Well planners

4) Course Importance & Business Impact

Directional drilling improves reservoir drainage, boosts production, and enables access to challenging formations.

5) Practical Modules / Key Topics

• Trajectory planning
• BHA & mud motor design
• ERD best practices
• Torque & drag management
• Hole-cleaning techniques