SUBSEA ENGINEER PROGRAMME (SSEP),  Module 1 - 4

Introduction

The intermediate level Subsea Engineer Programme (SSEP) forms part of the tri-level educational curriculum of the ModuSpec Academy (Introductory, Intermediate and Advanced levels) and is specifically intended for the members of the subsea department who seek additional, professional training to perform adequate and safe operations involving subsea engineering.

ModuSpec's Subsea Engineer Programme has been recognized by the industry's major drilling contractors and has become mandatory for all their Subsea Engineer Trainees 

The Subsea Engineer Programme is accredited by the International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC).

Who should attend?
The programme aims at Subsea Engineers and Assistant or Trainee Subsea Engineers. The structure of the course ensures that both experienced Senior and Junior Subsea Engineers will greatly improve their knowledge of equipment in use.

It is advisable that the trainees are employed on a drilling rig in a position of Subsea Engineer or Assistant/Trainee Subsea Engineer, while following ModuSpec's Subsea Engineer Programme. After each module the students are requested to complete practical assignments, which involve putting into practice the knowledge acquired during the classroom sessions.

Objectives

At the completion of the programme the candidates will be able to:

• Plan routine operations, including routine inspections of all well control equipment and compensating systems on floating rigs
• Have a greater understanding of the systems in use onboard the floating rig and be able to perform troubleshooting and fault correction of the BOP control system on the conventional hydraulic and multiplex control systems as well as on the riser tensioner systems, direct acting tensioner systems, drill string or crown-mounted compensator systems
• Plan and carry out maintenance, including routine maintenance and daily checks, of all well control equipment
• Plan and carry out repairs, including change of rams and overhaul of ram bonnets, change of the annular element, installation and testing of new hydraulic seals, change/repair of choke and kill valves installed on the BOP, change/repair of gate valves and chokes on choke and kill manifold and change and test of slip joint packers
• Understand the operations and maintenance of all types of hydraulic connectors used in the contemporary drilling industry
• Understand the operations and maintenance of the standard and modern marine riser systems
• Perform the following calculations:
  • accumulator systems calculations, both surface and subsea
  • riser tensioner calculations
  • compressibility calculations for pressure testing
  • design and testing of choke and kill manifolds
  • surface and subsea BOP pressure testing and design
  • poorboy degasser calculations
  • rigid conduit line volumes circulation calculation

Additionally:

• All the latest Engineering Bulletins of the major manufacturers will be reviewed
• Deep-water operation issues will be discussed throughout all the modules

Programme Content

1. Classroom Modules 

   AGENDA SSEP - Module 1

   Day 1 Introduction/Entry exam Module 1 What is Well Control? Ram preventers part 1 Multimedia rams Cameron Ram preventers part 2   Day 2 Annular preventers part 1 Annular preventers part 2 Multimedia annular preventers Hydril Gate valves Hydraulic connectors   Day 3 Choke manifolds Hydraulic control systems part 1 Hydraulic control systems part 2 Fuzzy maths part 1

   Day 4 Multiplex control systems Testing and safety procedures Wellhead systems Fuzzy maths part 2 Diverter systems Day 5 Flexible hoses/DSC systems Final exam Module 1 Final exam Module 1 Course evaluation - End of course

  2. Practical Assignments
      Candidates are required to complete a number of practical assignments after Modules 1, 2 and 3.

Advantages of an assignment-based assessment:

• Better understanding of the operations and systems onboard the rig
  The candidates must be able to describe the operations onboard the rig in their own words and be able to read the applicable diagrams of the systems in use.
• Further training in the methods of planning, and execution of maintenance and repair tasks
  The candidates must be able to describe the processes involved in maintenance/repair tasks, including job descriptions, required tools, equipment, and the procedure of ordering spare parts.
• Development of the report writing skills and analysis
  The candidates learn to produce field reports on activities in which they were involved during the field excursion periods, e.g. running of a BOP or major maintenance performed on BOP equipment and auxiliary equipment. The candidates are expected to provide a detailed description of these activities and a compilation of possible improvements/ changes.

Structure
The programme, based on a 12-month training period, consists of two elements:

1. Four 5-day classroom modules, which help to obtain theoretical knowledge of the relevant material.
2. Practical assignments, which enable the candidates to develop the understanding of the systems, operations and procedures.

Progress Monitoring and Programme Completion Requirements
The candidate's progress is monitored based on the results of the written tests conducted at the end of each theoretical module and the assessment of the practical assignments completed by the trainee on the rig. All in-class assignments are corrected by ModuSpec's trainer and returned to the candidate. The three practical assignments are based on the topics discussed in the classroom and allow the candidate to demonstrate the theoretical and practical knowledge acquired during the programme.

The results of the entry test, final exams and practical assignments will be communicated to the candidate's Supervisor.

In order to successfully complete the course the candidate must achieve the following:

1. Score at least 70% for each of the four theoretical final exams.
2. Be awarded an average score of no less than 70% for each of the practical assignments.

If a candidate fails one of his modules' final exams or mathematical tests, he will be allowed to resit after receiving additional individual training from our trainer.

Qualifications
The Subsea Engineer Programme is accredited by the International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC).

After successfully completing all the assignments and exams, the candidate will receive his final ModuSpec IADC Subsea Engineer Programme Certificate. After each module the candidate receives a ModuSpec Certificate of Completion or, in case of a final exam score below 70%, a ModuSpec Certificate of Attendance.

 The IADC accredited certificate is valid for 5 years.

Duration
Four 5-day sessions within a period of 12 months. After completing the final module the candidates have 6 months to hand in their final assignment.

Note: The minimum period of 12 months is essential for the candidates to complete their practical assignments. Some drilling companies allow their candidates more time to complete their final assignment.

Educational path
As the SSEP is part of ModuSpec's tri-level educational curriculum, candidates who have successfully completed this training programme and would like to extend their knowledge might also be interested in attending ModuSpec's Advanced Subsea Engineer Programme (ASSEP).

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