WELL CONTROL IWCF
IWCF Drilling Well Control
This course is designed for drilling operations team members and provides a foundational understanding of the principles and practices involved in maintaining well control during drilling operations.
IWCF Drilling Well Control - Introductory Course
The IWCF Level 2 Drilling Well Control course provides participants with a foundational understanding of the fundamental principles of well control in drilling operations. It is ideal for personnel involved in drilling activities who are new to well control or seeking to build basic knowledge before advancing to higher certification levels.
The course is delivered through interactive lectures supported by videos, animations, group discussions, and practical exercises to enhance engagement and retention. On the final day, candidates complete an IWCF-written assessment to evaluate their understanding.
IWCF well control training is structured across Levels 2 to 4. These levels are designed to be sequential, and first-time candidates are strongly encouraged to complete Level 2 before progressing to Level 3 (Operational) or Level 4 (Supervisory) certification.
Certification Options and Assessment
Candidates may choose between Surface BOP or Combined Surface and Subsea BOP certification, depending on their operational requirements. The assessment consists of two written exams:
- Principles & Procedures
- Equipment
To successfully pass, candidates must achieve a minimum score of 70% in each exam.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive an IWCF Level 2 certificate, which is valid for 5 years.
IWCF Drilling Well Control Level 3,4
“This essential training is designed for wellsite and office-based personnel involved in operational decision-making. The course is available in both surface BOP and combined surface and subsea BOP stack formats.”
IWCF Drilling Well Control (DWC) – Levels 3 & 4
This combined Level 3 and 4 IWCF Drilling Well Control course is essential training for both wellsite and office-based personnel involved in well control operations.
- Level 3 is designed for personnel expected to shut in a well, such as drillers and assistant drillers. The course reinforces and builds upon existing knowledge and skills related to well control procedures and practices.
- Level 4 is intended for those in wellsite supervisory roles and office-based staff who are involved in operational decision-making. It focuses on more advanced concepts, including complex well control scenarios and well kill methodologies.
The course is delivered through interactive lectures supported by animations, group discussions, and desktop exercises, and is complemented by hands-on simulator training to reinforce practical skills.
Course Format:
Candidates can choose to be assessed on either surface BOP or combined surface and subsea BOP stack configurations, depending on their operational requirements.
“A component with a minimum score of 70% is required to pass. Level 3 and Level 4 certificates are valid for 2 years.”
IWCF Well Intervention Pressure Control Level 2
IWCF Drilling Well Control (DWC) – Levels 3 & 4
This combined Level 3 and 4 IWCF Drilling Well Control course is essential training for both wellsite and office-based personnel involved in well control operations.
- Level 3 is designed for personnel expected to shut in a well, such as drillers and assistant drillers. The course reinforces and builds upon existing knowledge and skills related to well control procedures and practices.
- Level 4 is intended for those in wellsite supervisory roles and office-based staff who are involved in operational decision-making. It focuses on more advanced concepts, including complex well control scenarios and well kill methodologies.
The course is delivered through interactive lectures supported by animations, group discussions, and desktop exercises, and is complemented by hands-on simulator training to reinforce practical skills.
Course Format:
Candidates can choose to be assessed on either surface BOP or combined surface and subsea BOP stack configurations, depending on their operational requirements.
“A component with a minimum score of 70% is required to pass. Level 3 and Level 4 certificates are valid for 2 years.”
IWCF Well Intervention Pressure Control Level 2
Well Intervention Pressure Control (WIPC) Level 2 – Introductory Course
Course Overview:
The WIPC Level 2 Introductory Course is specifically designed for personnel involved in well completion and intervention operations. It provides a foundational understanding of well control principles critical to maintaining safety and operational integrity during well intervention activities.
Through a mix of interactive lectures, animations, group discussions, and desktop exercises, participants will gain a practical and theoretical grasp of pressure control techniques and equipment used in completions and well servicing.
Target Audience:
- Well intervention and well services personnel
- Completion engineers and technicians
- Field supervisors and support staff involved in completions or intervention operations
- ions team personnel involved in well completion, wireline, coiled tubing or snubbing operations. Includes (but not limited to):
- Well-site operations engineers
- Intervention services crew members
- Well-site based wireline or slick-line crew members
- Coiled tubing services crew members
- Snubbing crew members
- Well test crew members
- Pumping and stimulation crew
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of well control during intervention and completion operations
- Identify and operate key equipment used in completions and well servicing
- Recognize pressure control risks and apply appropriate mitigation techniques
- Respond appropriately to pressure control scenarios using standard operational procedures
Course Structure:
The course consists of two compulsory core modules and at least one optional specialization module.
Core Modules (Mandatory):
- Completions Equipment
- Overview of completion string components
- Barrier envelopes and safety valves
- Surface and subsurface equipment handling and pressure ratings
- Completions Operations
- Well integrity considerations during completions
- Pressure control procedures during upper and lower completion installation
- Interface with intervention services (e.g., wireline, coiled tubing)
Optional Modules (Select at least one):
- Wireline Operations
- Slickline and electric line equipment overview
- Pressure control equipment for wireline
- Typical intervention tasks and associated risks
(Additional optional modules such as Coiled Tubing Operations or Snubbing Operations can be listed here if applicable.)
Delivery Method:
- Instructor-led training sessions
- Interactive animations and media content
- Group workshops and discussions
- Desktop simulation exercises
Certification:
Participants who successfully complete the course and assessments will receive a WIPC Level 2 Certificate of Completion.
IWCF Well Intervention Pressure Control Level 3,4
IWCF Well Intervention Pressure Control (WIPC) Level 3 & 4 Training
Course Objective
The IWCF WIPC Level 3 and Level 4 courses are designed to enhance knowledge and understanding of well intervention pressure control (WIPC). These programs are essential for personnel involved in well completions, wireline, coiled tubing, and snubbing operations.
Courses are delivered through interactive lectures, animations, group discussions, and desktop exercises, with simulator sessions that apply the theoretical knowledge in realistic scenarios.
Combined Level 3 & 4 Course Format
Training is typically delivered in combined classes, allowing both operators and supervisors to benefit from shared knowledge and interactive learning while targeting their specific certification requirements.
IWCF WIPC Level 3 – Operator Level
Target Audience:
Operators and field technicians involved in well servicing and intervention operations, including (but not limited to):
- Wireline, E-line, and Slickline Operators
- Coiled Tubing Operators
- Snubbing / Hydraulic Workover Operators
- N2 Operators
- Wellhead / Tree Installation Engineers
- Well Testing Crew
- LMRP Engineers
- Wellsite Operations Engineers
Course Focus:
- Duties and responsibilities of operators
- Equipment understanding and safe operational practices
- Basic well control principles and application in intervention work
IWCF WIPC Level 4 – Supervisor Level
Target Audience:
Supervisors and senior personnel responsible for managing well intervention activities, including:
- Completions / Workover / Intervention Supervisors or Superintendents
- Wireline / Slickline / Coiled Tubing Crew Chiefs or Supervisors
- Operational Completions / Well Intervention Engineers (office-based)
- Offshore Installation Managers (OIM) for drilling/intervention units
- Personnel supervising MPD or UBD services
- Snubbing (Hydraulic Workover) Supervisors
Course Focus:
- Supervisor responsibilities in pressure control
- Planning and risk management
- Incident response and well control decision-making
- Leadership in operational pressure control environments
Course Modules
Compulsory Modules (for all candidates):
Completions Equipment
Completions Operations
Optional Modules (choose at least one):
Wireline Operations
Coiled Tubing Operations
Snubbing Operations
Assessment and Certification
Candidates must complete all required modules and assessments to receive IWCF certification at the applicable Level (3 or 4). Certification is valid for 2 years, after which re-certification is required.
Stuck Pipe Prevention
Provides an in-depth understanding of how stuck pipe events can occur and how stuck pipe prevention should be managed in the well designs and during operations.
Course Objectives
- Understand causes and types of stuck pipe incidents.
- Identify warning signs and indicators.
- Learn best practices and preventative measures.
- Gain skills in freeing stuck pipe and minimizing downtime.
- Improve communication and decision-making at the rig site.
Target Audience
- Drilling Engineers
- Drilling Supervisors
- Toolpushers & Company Men
- Rig Managers and Drill Crew
- Mud Engineers
- Directional Drillers