Certified Managed Pressure Drilling, Well Design and Application Professional (CMPDWDAP)

The Certified Managed Pressure Drilling, Well Design, and Application Professional (CMPDWDAP) program is a prestigious certification designed to equip individuals with advanced knowledge and expertise in the specialized field of managed pressure drilling (MPD) and well design within the context of oil and gas exploration and production. Managed pressure drilling is a drilling technique used to control and maintain wellbore pressure, optimize drilling operations, and mitigate drilling-related challenges.

The CMPDWDAP certification program provides a comprehensive curriculum that covers MPD principles, well design strategies, drilling equipment, risk management, and ethical standards. Graduates of the CMPDWDAP program are well-prepared to excel in roles that demand precision and proficiency in managed pressure drilling, well design, and application within the oil and gas industry.

Certification Program Objectives:

Upon completing the Certified Managed Pressure Drilling, Well Design, and Application Professional (CMPDWDAP) program, participants will be able to:

  • Master Managed Pressure Drilling Principles: Develop a deep understanding of managed pressure drilling techniques, principles, and best practices.
  • Design Wellbore Systems: Acquire the skills and knowledge to design wellbore systems that optimize drilling operations and ensure wellbore integrity.
  • Select Drilling Equipment: Understand the selection and utilization of drilling equipment and technologies specific to managed pressure drilling.
  • Manage Drilling Risks: Identify and assess drilling risks and potential challenges, and recommend strategies to mitigate these risks.

Certification Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree

And/or

  • 2 – 5 years of relevant work experience

Certifying Examination:

  • To be certified as CMPDWDAP, student should take up a 1.5 hours online exam conducted by AIBM.
  • The qualifying exam would consist of 50 multiple choice questions, testing core certification modules.
  • Professionals with relevant experience and other qualifying criteria may be exempted from the examination.

Certification Modules:

  1. Managed Pressure Drilling Principles and Techniques
  2. Well Design and Optimization for MPD
  3. Drilling Equipment and Technologies in MPD
  4. Risk Management in Managed Pressure Drilling
  5. MPD Operational Procedures and Best Practices
  6. Real-time Monitoring and Control in MPD Operations

* The modules of the certification are constantly updated and are subject to change.

Who Should Do This Certification:

The Certified Managed Pressure Drilling, Well Design, and Application Professional (CMPDWDAP) certification is highly beneficial for professionals working in various roles within the oil and gas industry, including:

  • Drilling Engineers: Engineers responsible for planning and executing drilling operations who want to specialize in managed pressure drilling and well design.
  • Well Design Specialists: Professionals involved in designing wellbore systems to optimize drilling performance.
  • MPD Operations Managers: Individuals overseeing managed pressure drilling operations within drilling contractors or oil and gas companies.
  • Regulatory Compliance Officers: Those responsible for ensuring that drilling operations comply with industry-specific regulations and standards.
  • MPD Equipment Suppliers: Individuals involved in providing equipment and technologies for managed pressure drilling.
  • Oil and Gas Consultants: Consultants interested in providing specialized expertise in managed pressure drilling and well design.

Pursue the CMPDWDAP certification to refine your managed pressure drilling, well design, and application skills, uphold ethical practices, and contribute to the efficient and safe drilling of oil and gas wells by utilizing advanced techniques and technologies.