Flowing Wells: Packers and Valves
e-Learning
About the eLearning Course
In this course, you will learn about the types, function, and installation of packers in a producing well. You will also learn about the installation, function, and construction of surface valves and auxiliary equipment.
Target Audience
Operations personnel who require a fundamental understanding of knowledge to operate and maintain facilities. Also suitable for maintenance and technician personnel whether new to their roles or seasoned experts looking to enhance their skills.You Will Learn
Participants will learn how to:
- Describe the purpose and function of packers.
- Describe the different types of packers.
- Explain how different packers are run into the wellbore.
- Describe the differences between compression, tension, and hydraulic set packers.
- Describe the structure and function of surface gate valves.
- Describe the structure and function of surface ball valves.
- Describe the structure and function of surface plug valves.
- Describe the type of control systems for safety valves.
- Describe how an intermitter works to control heading.
- Describe the advantages of using a flowline heater.
- Describe the function of tubing valves and tubing plugs.
- Define the function of swabbing tools.
