Artificial Lift

Description

Basic aspects of well control using different kinds of artificial Lift techniques. Review of well performance problems (Diagnosis and reasons)- Review of fluid properties, multiphase flow regimes and all lifting methods: rod pumps, progressive cavity pumps (PCP), gas lift and electrical submersible pumps (ESP)- Unified engineering concept of artificial lift based on Nodal System analysis approach - Differences amongst the various artificial lift systems and their applications. Artificial lift design, troubleshooting, evaluation, economic analysis and maintenance of the artificial lift systems.

Program

Bachelor Degree in Oil and Gas Engineering (144)

Objectives

• Explain the basic aspects of well control associated with artificial lift techniques. Diagnose well performance problems and identify their causes. Describe fluid properties, multiphase flow regimes and the main lifting methods: rod pumps, progressive cavity pumps, gas lift and electrical submersible pumps. Apply nodal system analysis as a unified approach to artificial lift design. Design, evaluate, troubleshoot and economically analyze artificial lift systems.