Curriculum
Earn Industry Certificates
Introduction to Well Control (IADC)
Overview
The premise of Introduction to Well Control computer based training course is that every member of the rig crew should understand the fundamental principles of well control in order to obtain the highest degree of safety during drilling operations. This self-paced interactive multimedia program takes a rig hand through the basic concepts of well control in an easy to understand, straight-forward manner. 3D animations, graphics and other visual imagery are used to quickly communicate complex subject material to manpower with diverse technical backgrounds and language skills.
* IADC WellCAP certificate available
Objectives
· Well Control Equipment
· Units of Measure
· Hydrostatic Pressure
· Pressure Balance
· Causes of Kicks
· Controlling the Well
· Restoring the Well
The premise of Introduction to Well Control computer based training course is that every member of the rig crew should understand the fundamental principles of well control in order to obtain the highest degree of safety during drilling operations. This self-paced interactive multimedia program takes a rig hand through the basic concepts of well control in an easy to understand, straight-forward manner. 3D animations, graphics and other visual imagery are used to quickly communicate complex subject material to manpower with diverse technical backgrounds and language skills.
* IADC WellCAP certificate available
Objectives
· Well Control Equipment
· Units of Measure
· Hydrostatic Pressure
· Pressure Balance
· Causes of Kicks
· Controlling the Well
· Restoring the Well
IADC Rig Pass
Overview
IADC offers accreditation for Health, Safety Environmental HSE Orientation Programs that meet the criteria established by the Associations Health, Safety Environment Committee. The key objective of RIG PASS is to provide new employees with a basic orientation of rig operations and safe work practices. Ideally, this should occur before the employee begins work at the rig. However, due to various logistical conditions in the drilling industry, this will not always be possible. Companies with in-house programs are encouraged to establish policies to ensure that their new employees complete the RIG PASS orientation as soon as it is practical.
* IADC RigPass certificate available
Objectives
· General Safety Course
· Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
· Health and Hazards
· Specialized Work Procedures
· Personal Safety Responsibilities on the Rig
· Platform Arrival Procedures and Environment Regulations
· Shore Base Arrival
· Land Certification
· Safety and Environmental Management System (SEMS) Awareness
Additional Courses
Introduction to Petroleum Industry DIT
This course is designed for individuals that are interested in a comprehensive understanding of the upstream and downstream operations of the petroleum industry.
Overview
IADC offers accreditation for Health, Safety Environmental HSE Orientation Programs that meet the criteria established by the Associations Health, Safety Environment Committee. The key objective of RIG PASS is to provide new employees with a basic orientation of rig operations and safe work practices. Ideally, this should occur before the employee begins work at the rig. However, due to various logistical conditions in the drilling industry, this will not always be possible. Companies with in-house programs are encouraged to establish policies to ensure that their new employees complete the RIG PASS orientation as soon as it is practical.
* IADC RigPass certificate available
Objectives
· General Safety Course
· Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
· Health and Hazards
· Specialized Work Procedures
· Personal Safety Responsibilities on the Rig
· Platform Arrival Procedures and Environment Regulations
· Shore Base Arrival
· Land Certification
· Safety and Environmental Management System (SEMS) Awareness
Additional Courses
Introduction to Petroleum Industry DIT
This course is designed for individuals that are interested in a comprehensive understanding of the upstream and downstream operations of the petroleum industry.
Introduction to Petroleum Industry DIT Drilling Focus
This course is designed for individuals that are interested in a comprehensive understanding of the upstream operations of the petroleum industry with a focus on drilling.
This course is designed for individuals that are interested in a comprehensive understanding of the upstream operations of the petroleum industry with a focus on drilling.
Introduction to Petroleum Industry DIT Production Focus
This course is designed for individuals that are interested in a comprehensive understanding of the downstream operations of the petroleum industry with a focus on production.
This course is designed for individuals that are interested in a comprehensive understanding of the downstream operations of the petroleum industry with a focus on production.
Core Curriculum

Core courses are fully aligned to Ohio's Academic Content Standards, which are rooted in the National Academic Content Standards. Courses are provided by Jefferson County Educational Service Center Virtual Learning Academy (VLA).
The VLA courses are:
The VLA courses are:
- flexible, customizable, and interactive
- constantly updated for current and relevant material
- designed to promote reading and the ability to analyze and articulate thoughts
- designed to meet the National Academic Content Standards
- developed by a public Educational Service Center
- created to use an Active Learning Style
- accessible online day or night, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- flexible for special needs students
- housed on full-secure, off-site servers with hourly backups