Specialised Technical Course

Subsea Wellhead and Tree

Build understanding of subsea wellhead and tree functions, equipment interfaces and inspection information supporting well access and control.

Aerial view of an offshore platform with a helipad
AreaDeepwater & Subsea
LevelTechnical
DeliveryOnline, On-site or Hybrid
LearningTheoretical & Practical
DurationConfirmed by Programme

Course Overview

Examines the functions and interfaces of subsea wellheads and trees. Participants review equipment configuration, operating considerations and inspection information relevant to well access and control.

Who This Course Is For

  • Offshore well engineering teams
  • Subsea and drilling specialists
  • Deepwater operations planning personnel
  • Technical project review teams

What Participants Will Learn

Explain wellhead functions within subsea systems

Interpret tree configuration and operating functions

Map equipment connections and control interfaces

Review operating records and inspection observations

Review a subsea equipment interface arrangement

Key topics

  • Wellhead functions
  • Tree configuration
  • Equipment interfaces
  • Inspection considerations
Wellhead Functions and Context

Wellhead Functions and Context

Module overview

Introduce the wellhead within the subsea well system and review its functions and connections to other equipment.

Key topics

Wellhead functions · Tree configuration · Equipment interfaces · Inspection considerations

Learning outcome

Participants can explain wellhead functions within subsea systems.

Learning format

Lectures, equipment diagrams and technical case studies

Aerial view of an offshore platform with a helipad
Tree Configuration and Functions

Tree Configuration and Functions

Module overview

Review tree configuration and the information needed to understand its role in well access and operating control.

Key topics

Configuration diagrams · Well access · Operating functions · Tree configuration

Learning outcome

Participants can interpret tree configuration and operating functions.

Learning format

Technical review · diagram exercises

Aerial view of an offshore platform with a helipad
Equipment and Control Interfaces

Equipment and Control Interfaces

Module overview

Trace equipment and control interfaces to identify compatibility questions and the information needed for coordinated technical review.

Key topics

Equipment connections · Control interfaces · Compatibility questions · Equipment interfaces

Learning outcome

Participants can map equipment connections and control interfaces.

Learning format

Worked examples · guided analysis

Aerial view of an offshore platform with a helipad
Operation and Inspection Review

Operation and Inspection Review

Module overview

Examine operating information and inspection observations relevant to equipment condition, access requirements and follow-up assessment.

Key topics

Operating records · Condition observations · Follow-up questions · Inspection considerations

Learning outcome

Participants can review operating records and inspection observations.

Learning format

Case discussion · planning exercise

Aerial view of an offshore platform with a helipad
Subsea Equipment Interface Case

Subsea Equipment Interface Case

Module overview

Review a wellhead and tree arrangement, explain its interfaces and identify technical questions requiring additional information.

Key topics

Arrangement review · Interface explanation · Information gaps

Learning outcome

Participants can explain key subsea wellhead and tree interfaces within a well system.

Learning format

Practical case · group review

Aerial view of an offshore platform with a helipad

Programme Information

Course duration, location, practical components, training-centre information and applicable certification arrangements depend on the selected programme.

Learning format: Lectures, equipment diagrams and technical case studies

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