Hydrofracking of Shales and Associated Internal Corrosion Problems Course
This professional training course focuses on the critical but often overlooked issue of internal corrosion in hydrofracked shale wells. Participants will explore the mechanisms behind corrosion problems related to hydrofracking operations, including the impacts of oxygenated frac water and flowback water on downhole tubulars and pipelines. The course covers detection methods, mitigative strategies, and regulatory requirements to help manage corrosion risks effectively. It emphasizes practical on-site testing procedures and provides insights into corrosion management systems necessary to maintain pipeline and wellbore integrity. The content is suitable for various levels from fundamental to advanced and spans disciplines such as production, development, and facilities engineering.Read more...
Who Should Take This Course
• Risk and safety professionals
• Corrosion control specialists
• Pipeline and facilities managers
• Production and completions engineers
What You Will Learn
• Comply with relevant safety regulations
• Conduct mandatory on-site corrosion testing
• Identify corrosion risks in hydrofracked wells
• Understand corrosion mechanisms and mitigation
Why This Course Works
• Prevent pipeline and tubular failures
• Minimize operational and safety risks
• Meet regulatory compliance requirements
• Improve wellbore and pipeline longevity
Course contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction
- 01-01 - Corrosion Problem Definition For Hydrofracked Wells (17 min.) Sample Lesson
- 01-02 - Mandatory On-Site Testing (16 min.) Quiz
Chapter 2 - Potential Pitting Corrosion and Cracking Mechanisms/Failure Modes
- 02-01 - Internal Corrosion, CO₂ Corrosion (17 min.)
- 02-02 - Sour Corrosion, Oxygen Corrosion, MIC (22 min.)
- 02-03 - MIC (Continued) (6 min.)
- 02-04 - SSC, Erosion Corrosion, External Corrosion and Stray Current Interference (27 min.) Quiz
Chapter 3 - Operational Challenges
- 03-01 - Flowback of Fluids (11 min.)
- 03-02 - Produced Water Handling & Disposal (25 min.)
- 03-03 - Hydrates, Paraffins & Asphaltenes (19 min.) Quiz
Chapter 4 - Corrosion Monitoring
- 04-01 - Direct Monitoring Techniques (16 min.)
- 04-02 - Probes & Sensors (29 min.)
- 04-03 - Indirect Monitoring Techniques (7 min.)
- 04-04 - Sample Selection, Collection and Preservation (26 min.) Quiz
Chapter 5 - Corrosion Mitigation Strategies
- 05-01 - Corrosion Mitigation Strategies (12 min.)
- 05-02 - Materials Selection (27 min.)
- 05-03 - Chemical Treatment Protocols (22 min.)
- 05-04 - Process & Field Operational Changes (22 min.) Quiz
Chapter 6 - Case Studies
- 06-01 - Previous Client-Approved Investigations (31 min.)
- 06-02 - Lessons Learned (17 min.)
Chapter 7 - Canadian and US Pipeline Regulations and Standard Practices
- 07-01 - Industry Guidelines, Compliance & Reporting (14 min.) Quiz
Chapter 8 - Conclusions
- 08-01 - Recap of Key Points (27 min.)