Production Optimization & Artificial Lift Systems

1) Course Introduction

This course provides production engineers and field professionals with advanced methods to optimize well performance and select the right artificial lift system.

At the heart of the program, Seattle International Institute for Training integrates engineering calculations, diagnostics, and field optimization workflows that maximize daily production and long-term well efficiency.

2) Key Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

• Evaluate well performance and production limitations
• Select and design appropriate artificial lift systems (ESP, Gas Lift, Rod Pump)
• Diagnose artificial lift failures and optimize their performance
• Apply production monitoring and analysis tools
• Improve operational efficiency and increase production rates

3) Target Audience

• Production engineers
• Field operations personnel
• Artificial lift specialists
• Petroleum engineers

4) Course Importance & Business Impact

Optimizing artificial lift leads to increased oil production, reduced downtime, and significant profit gains.

5) Practical Modules / Key Topics

• Artificial lift selection
• ESP & Gas Lift optimization
• Production system analysis
• Lift performance diagnostics
• Field optimization case studies