Well Pumping: Sucker-Rod Systems
e-Learning
About the eLearning Course
In this course, you will learn about the pumps, rods, and other subsurface equipment used in sucker-rod pumping systems. You will learn about the different types of pump design, and the kinds of rods and couplings used. You will learn how rod stretch and tubing stretch affect the rods and the pump.
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 design of a rod pump and valve rod.
- Identify the purpose of a holddown.
- Describe the design of a traveling barrel pump.
- Describe the design of pump anchors.
- Explain the characteristics of a tubing pump, standing valve pullers, and on-and-off tools.
- Describe the purpose and construction of sucker-rods.
- Identify couplings, pins, and rod guides on a sucker-rod.
- Describe the purpose of a tapered rod string.
- Identify and describe the purpose of pony and polished rods.
- Identify and describe the purpose of the stuffing box and lubricator.
- Describe the causes and effects of rod stretch.
- Describe the causes and effects of tubing stretch.
- Describe the purpose of tubing anchors.
