EXPLORATION DRILLER CERTIFICATE PROGRAM 

About this certificate program

The Driller plays a critically important role in every exploration drilling project and the actions of the Driller will have a significant impact on every aspect of the operation. In many cases Driller training is limited to drill rig specific skills required to allow the Driller to operate at a particular mine or in a particular exploration jurisdiction. The focus is on practical skills to ensure that productivity is maximised. While a high level of practical expertise is essential, it is helpful that the Driller also has a good understanding of some theoretical aspects of drilling operations, particularly if the Driller wishes, in the future, to fill a supervisory role.

Who should register

This Certificate Program has been specifically designed to provide candidates with a range of skills and fundamental knowledge that are considered essential to enable him / her to be more effective in managing productivity and troubleshooting aspects of an exploration drilling operation.

This program is aimed at experienced candidates who wish to deepen their understanding of the broader drilling industry but with particular emphasis on the exploration drilling industry.

Certificate outline

This program consists of six courses:

1.     Drilling fundamentals for Drillers

2.     Drilling methods for Drillers

3.     Common drilling calculations for Drillers

4.     The use of drilling fluids and foams for Drillers

5.     Dual-tube reverse circulation drilling techniques for Drillers

6.     Diamond core drilling techniques for Drillers

Before you register

The program includes some mathematics and discussions of a number of physical concepts and so to get maximum benefit from the program, delegates should have a good level of mathematical ability. However, while the program approaches mathematical concepts from a “first principles” basis, candidates are taught several techniques that will assist candidates with lesser mathematical ability.

Start dates

Our Certificate Program is available to start at any time.

Course cost

The cost of the certificate program is AUD 530.00

Should you wish to register for this certificate program, please complete the registration form below.