Step into the world of professional well testing with a structured training program designed to build both foundational knowledge and advanced field competence. This course equips participants with the technical skills required to operate, monitor, and analyze well performance in real upstream oil and gas environments.

Crafted by experienced oilfield professionals, this program eliminates guesswork by combining theory with hands-on practical insight — preparing you for actual field operations.

About This Program

The Basic Well Testing course provides a comprehensive understanding of well testing principles, equipment handling, safety procedures, and performance evaluation techniques. Participants will gain exposure to real operational scenarios, troubleshooting strategies, and industry best practices that define high-performing oilfield teams.

By the end of this course, you will be able to

  • Understand the principles and objectives of well testing operations

  • Identify and operate key well testing equipment and components

  • Interpret well performance data and production indicators

  • Apply safety standards and operational protocols on-site

  • Troubleshoot common field challenges effectively

  • Execute well testing procedures with confidence and precision

Who is this course for?

  • Entry-level technicians and graduate engineers
  • Field operators seeking to deepen technical competence
  • Oilfield service personnel involved in well testing operations
  • Professionals aiming to transition into specialized well testing roles

Whether you are building your foundation or advancing your expertise, this program is structured to strengthen your field-readiness.

Why choose this course?

  • Industry-Focused Training: Learn directly from professionals with real field experience.
  • Practical Application: Structured around real-world operational scenarios.
  • Safety-Driven Approach: Emphasis on industry-standard safety practices.
  • Career Advancement: Develop skills that increase your operational value and professional credibility.

12-Day Course Curriculum

  1. Day 1Safety
  2. Day 1Course Introduction
  3. Day 1Well Test Introduction
  4. Day 1Testing and Drilling Introduction
  5. Day 1Well Stages from Seismic to Production
  6. Day 1DST Concept
  7. Day 2SWT Overview
  8. Day 2SWT Layout
  9. Day 2Types of Well Test
  10. Day 2Clean up a well
  11. Day 2Data observed during SWT
  12. Day 2Pressure Fitting
  13. Day 3Valves
  14. Day 3Piping
  15. Day 3Productivity
  16. Day 3Subsurface Safety Tools
  17. Day 3Metrology
  18. Day 3Introduction to Pressure
  19. Day 4ESD System
  20. Day 4Flowhead and Swivel
  21. Day 4Choke Manifold and Data Header
  22. Day 4Indirect Heater / Stem Exchanger
  23. Day 5Tanks (Guage and Surge)
  24. Day 5Oil & Gas Manifold
  25. Day 5Booms and Burners (Oil & Gas)
  26. Day 5Burner Boom Rig up Demonstration
  27. Day 6Selection and Preparation
  28. Day 6Separator General
  29. Day 7Separator General Continued
  30. Day 8Transfer Pump + Texteam
  31. Day 8Sand Control
  32. Day 9Gas Calculation (FOH 1 & 2)
  33. Day 10Oil Calculation
  34. Day 11Practical Lessons
  35. Day 12Quiz
  36. Day 12Course Feedback