ARTIFICIAL LIFT METHODS (PET 807) 2023/2024 SESSION

COURSE OVERVIEW

This Course, “ARTIFICIAL LIFT METHODS (PET 807)” is aimed at providing the learners the knowledge of Artificial Lift Methods, i.e the different and most effective oil field production methods. We would begin this course with a simple Pre-Introductory quiz, and then we would go into the course proper. We would look into: An Introductory session and then Oil field production, we’ll also look into Artificial lift methods: Gas lift, pumps, and different lift systems, after which we would look at Artificial lift selection parameters: Reservoir, hole, surface and operating characteristics. Later on, we’ll look at Gas lift design and technology, then, more on ESPs and lastly, General guidelines. In summary, this course will consist of the following Sections/Modules:

• Pre-Introductory Quiz/Pretest
• Introduction
• Oil field Production
• Artificial lift methods
• Artificial lift selection parameters
• Gas Lift Design and Technology
• Electrical Submersible Pumps (Design)
• General guidelines
• References

This course was designed by  Dr. Nnaemeka Ohia in collaboration with Dr. Ugochukwu Ilozurike Duru of FUTO. They will both act as facilitators for the discussion boards.

PREREQUISITES

None.

TIME COMMITMENT

1 – 2 hours per week.

COURSE DATES

From April, 4th 2023, 01:00 GMT  to August, 6th 2023, 23:30 GMT. This course uses Greenwich Meridian Time (GMT)

GRADING SCHEME

All activities are due to be completed by October, 6th 2023, 22:30 GMT. You’ll be graded on weekly activities (100% weight in final score) You need to score 70% or higher to pass the course and receive a certificate. You can check your progress by selecting the “Progress” tab

Important: Check that your FULL NAME is correct as that’s the name that will appear in the certificate you may earn.

FAQ

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