Electrical Submersible Pumps
- Describe the function and failure modes of each ESP component from motor to wellhead penetrator.
- Size an ESP using well inflow data, total dynamic head and pump performance curves.
- Configure VSD frequency, current limits and protection settings for start-up and steady operation.
- Interpret amp charts and downhole sensor trends to diagnose gas interference, pump-off and overloads.
- Analyse dismantle inspection findings to identify root causes and actions to extend run life.
- ESP System Components
- Motor, seal section and intake
- Pump stages and gas handling devices
- Power cable, penetrators and surface equipment
- ESP Design and Sizing
- Inflow performance and target rate
- Total dynamic head and pump curve selection
- Motor and cable sizing
- Surface Electrical Equipment
- Transformers and switchboards
- Variable speed drives and harmonics
- Protection settings and start-up procedures
- Operation and Monitoring
- Downhole pressure and temperature sensors
- Amp chart interpretation
- Operating within the recommended range
- Troubleshooting and Failure Analysis
- Gas locking, scale, sand and overheating
- Electrical insulation failures
- Dismantle inspection and failure analysis
- Run Life Improvement
- Installation and handling practices
- Reliability KPIs and failure databases
- Applying API RP 11S series recommendations
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Program Professional Framework
Electrical Submersible Pumps
Program Overview
Electrical submersible pumps (ESPs) lift a large share of artificially produced oil, and their run life has a direct effect on field output and intervention cost. This programme covers the complete ESP system: motor, seal section, intake and gas handling, pump stages, power cable, variable speed drive and downhole sensors. Participants learn to size an ESP for given well conditions, set and operate VSDs, monitor performance through amp charts and sensor data, troubleshoot common failures and use dismantle inspection results to improve reliability, with reference to the API RP 11S series.
Learning Outcomes
- ✓Describe the function and failure modes of each ESP component from motor to wellhead penetrator.
- ✓Size an ESP using well inflow data, total dynamic head and pump performance curves.
- ✓Configure VSD frequency, current limits and protection settings for start-up and steady operation.
- ✓Interpret amp charts and downhole sensor trends to diagnose gas interference, pump-off and overloads.
- ✓Analyse dismantle inspection findings to identify root causes and actions to extend run life.
Target Audience
- Production and artificial lift engineers
- Electrical engineers supporting ESP surface equipment
- Field operators and well surveillance technicians
- ESP service and reliability specialists
Detailed Program Modules
01ESP System Components
- Motor, seal section and intake
- Pump stages and gas handling devices
- Power cable, penetrators and surface equipment
02ESP Design and Sizing
- Inflow performance and target rate
- Total dynamic head and pump curve selection
- Motor and cable sizing
03Surface Electrical Equipment
- Transformers and switchboards
- Variable speed drives and harmonics
- Protection settings and start-up procedures
04Operation and Monitoring
- Downhole pressure and temperature sensors
- Amp chart interpretation
- Operating within the recommended range
05Troubleshooting and Failure Analysis
- Gas locking, scale, sand and overheating
- Electrical insulation failures
- Dismantle inspection and failure analysis
06Run Life Improvement
- Installation and handling practices
- Reliability KPIs and failure databases
- Applying API RP 11S series recommendations
Training Methodology
Applied Project & Assessment
Applied Project
Participants size an ESP for a case well, specify VSD settings, then diagnose a supplied failure history with amp charts and inspection results and present a run life improvement plan with measurable targets.
Assessment
Short diagnostic at the start, practical tasks linked to each learning outcome, and evaluation of the applied project against published criteria.
