Objective

The IWCF Level 4 Drilling Well Control course is essential training for those working in wellsite supervisory roles and for office-based personnel that are primarily involved in the operational decision-making process and/or well design. The course aims to build on Level 3 course content (including kick detection and shut-in) and focus on more complex aspects of well control and well kill methodology.,

Target Group

The Level 4 (Supervisor) course is designed for anyone working in a supervisory role and
involved in the well design and operational decision-making process of drilling, such as a
Drilling Supervisor, Superintendent or Company Man, Tool Pusher, OIM, or Rig Manager. To
view the full list of recommended job titles, please refer to the IWCF website:
www.iwcf.org/programmes

Please note: IWCF training levels 2 to 4 are designed to be sequential and first-time
candidates are expected to complete Level 2 before progressing to Level 3 or Level 4.
However, the training levels are also designed to be role-specific and dependent on the
candidate’s work experience. For guidance and advice on which level of training you are
eligible for, please get in touch.

Prerequisites

The candidate must be pre-registered with IWCF and able to provide his/her 6-digit IWCF Candidate Registration (CR) Number.

Prior certification is not required but previous experience in a supervisor role during drilling operations is assumed. Please contact us to discuss candidate suitability if you have any doubts or queries.

Examination

2 written papers: Equipment and Principles & Procedures
1 practical assessment
Successful completion of the course and a pass mark of 70% or above in all IWCF practical
and written assessments will result in IWCF Level 4 certification which is valid for two years.

Course Contents

The 5-day course is delivered through presentation of a series of interactive lectures supported by videos and animations, group discussion, and drilling simulation exercises, supplemented by a classroom workbook and further self-study exercises. Level 4 training may be partly combined with Level 3 training for common modules and during simulator-based training with each candidate assuming their respective role as per normal drilling operations.