Production Systems for HPHT Wells – Design and Operation
Engineering Reliable and Safe Production Systems for High-Pressure High-Temperature Wells
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Online) |
|---|---|---|
| 17 – 18 Jun 2026 | Online | USD 700 per delegate |
Course Introduction
High-Pressure High-Temperature (HPHT) wells present unique technical, operational, and safety challenges that require specialized knowledge and robust engineering solutions. Designing and operating production systems in HPHT environments demands a deep understanding of materials, equipment integrity, flow assurance, and risk mitigation strategies.
This intensive 2-day course provides participants with a practical and technical understanding of HPHT production systems, covering design considerations, equipment selection, operational challenges, and lifecycle management. The training blends engineering theory with real-world field examples to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable HPHT well production.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the defining characteristics and challenges of HPHT wells
- Design production systems suitable for extreme pressure and temperature conditions
- Select appropriate materials and equipment for HPHT applications
- Identify integrity, safety, and flow assurance challenges in HPHT production
- Apply best practices for operating and maintaining HPHT production systems
- Mitigate risks associated with HPHT well operations
Key Benefits of Attending
- Gain specialized knowledge in HPHT production system design
- Learn industry best practices for safe HPHT well operations
- Understand failure mechanisms and integrity management
- Improve operational decision-making in extreme environments
- Enhance technical competency in advanced well production engineering
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
- Production engineers and petroleum engineers
- Well completion and well integrity engineers
- Drilling and operations engineers involved in HPHT projects
- Field supervisors and technical specialists
- Asset and facilities engineers supporting HPHT developments
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
- Technical understanding of HPHT well production challenges
- Ability to design and evaluate HPHT production systems
- Improved equipment selection and material specification skills
- Enhanced risk assessment and integrity management capabilities
- Practical insights into HPHT operational best practices
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
- Improved safety and reliability of HPHT well operations
- Reduced risk of equipment failure and unplanned shutdowns
- Enhanced lifecycle management of HPHT production assets
- Better compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Increased operational efficiency in extreme well environments
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
- Strategy Briefings – Technical overview of HPHT well environments and production system design principles
- Case Studies – Real-world HPHT well production challenges and solutions
- Workshops – Design exercises for tubing, wellheads, and completion systems
- Peer Exchange – Interactive discussions on operational experiences and lessons learned
- Tools – Engineering checklists, design guidelines, and operational best practices
Course Outline
Detailed 2-Day Course Outline
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Break: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: HPHT Wells and Production System Design
Module 1: Introduction to HPHT Wells (07:30 – 09:30)
- Definition and classification of HPHT wells
- Reservoir and well conditions in HPHT environments
- Key technical and operational challenges
Module 2: HPHT Production System Components (09:45 – 11:15)
- Tubing, wellheads, trees, and completion equipment
- Material selection and metallurgy considerations
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Pressure and temperature rating requirements
Module 3: Design Considerations and Integrity Management (11:30 – 01:00)
- Load cases and design envelopes
- Thermal effects and pressure cycling
- Well integrity and barrier philosophy
Module 4: Operational Challenges and Risk Mitigation (02:00 – 03:30)
- Start-up, shut-down, and transient operations
- Failure modes and mitigation strategies
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Monitoring and integrity assurance practices
Day 2: Operation, Safety, and Best Practices
Module 5: HPHT Production Operations (07:30 – 09:30)
- Production optimization in HPHT wells
- Flow assurance challenges (hydrate, scale, corrosion)
- Surveillance and monitoring techniques
Module 6: Safety and Regulatory Considerations (09:45 – 11:15)
- HPHT safety risks and controls
- Industry standards and regulatory requirements
- Emergency response and contingency planning
Module 7: Case Studies and Lessons Learned (11:30 – 01:00)
- Review of global HPHT field experiences
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Analysis of failures and success stories
Module 8: Best Practices and Course Wrap-Up (02:00 – 03:30)
- Key takeaways and implementation strategies
- Q&A and knowledge consolidation
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Production Systems for HPHT Wells—Design and Operation, validating their technical competence in designing, operating, and managing production systems for high-pressure, high-temperature wells.