Course - Mechanical Real-time Models in Drilling - PG8502
Mechanical Real-time Models in Drilling
This course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.
About
About the course
Course content
The course covers a range of state-of-the-art models that describes various aspects in drillstring dynamics, such as surge and swab motions, torque and drag, bit rock interactions, axial, torsional and lateral vibration states. There is a focus on models that are particularly suited for real-time implementations, even though this is not an absolute requirement. The compulsory exercises involve substantial programming in Python, Matlab or equivalent.
Learning outcome
Knowledge: The student will have deep understanding of problems in drilling and how models can mitigate these problems.
Skills: The student will have
- Ability to implement models in computers.
- Ability to select a proper model based on the problem at hand.
- Ability to justify the choice of method.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, colloquium, discussions, projects.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Engineering (PHIV)
Recommended previous knowledge
MSc degree in Petroleum Engineering.
Required previous knowledge
Requires admission to the PhD programme Engineering, specialization within Well Completion and Production Systems, or approval by the lecturer.
Course materials
Selected articles.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| PG8505 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2026 |
Subject areas
- Algebra
- Deep drilling Engineering
- Computer Systems
- Mechanics