Introduction to Well Testing

Well Testing is a set of planned activities that enable operators establish the properties, characteristics and behaviour of wells, through accurate flow measurement and data acquisition. It is a regular activity in the oil and gas industry and critical to effectively monitor the condition of wells and the reservoir. 

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of Well Testing methods and equipment used for a Surface Well Test operation. It includes an introduction of the equipment, the procedures for Rig up/Rig down of equipment, measurement, monitoring and recording of process variables (Pressure, Temperature, BS&W, Oil gravities), function testing of equipment, deployment of emergency-shut down systems, as well as safety and hazard procedures, standards and practices. 

The training is class based and conducted in-person, with practical sessions on standard well test equipment at our facility.

• To provide a comprehensive overview of Surface Well Testing operations  
• To describe offshore and onshore equipment set-up  
• To create awareness of job hazards and safety precautions  
• Give a Step-by-step introduction to fluid dynamics and measurement  
• To provide hands-on experience for rigging up equipment  
• To demonstrate the use of Well Test Instruments

By the end of this short course participants would have:  

• Understood fundamentals of Well testing, Basic fluid dynamics,  and Unit of measurement (Field and SI units) 
• Acquired he ability to select equipment in line with test objectives 
• Gained knowledge to identify well test equipment in terms of function, capacity and operating envelop. 
• Learnt to identify piping configuration and pressure ratings 
• Mastered Equipment and Piping rig up techniques 
• Been acquainted with the Measurement of pressure with Dead Weight Tester (DWT) amongst other instruments. 
• Understood the safety hazards of a Well Test operation.