An intensive professional development training course

The Complete 10-Day Course on Gas Lift Excellence

Design, Operation, and Optimization

Why Choose The Complete 10-Day Course on Gas Lift Excellence Training Course?

The Complete 10-Day Course on Gas Lift Excellence Training Course provides an in-depth, structured, and professionally delivered learning experience for petroleum industry professionals who need comprehensive mastery of gas lift technology. As oil and gas production environments become increasingly complex, the ability to design, implement, and optimize gas lift systems is essential for maintaining strong production performance and ensuring well integrity. This 10-day training course has been carefully crafted to build expertise across the full lifecycle of gas lift operations—from foundational concepts to advanced applications.

Participants receive a detailed understanding of how gas lift systems function, how design decisions influence production outcomes, and how operational practices can enhance reliability and efficiency. Topics include fluid dynamics, valve behavior, injection strategies, mandrel installation, system control, troubleshooting techniques, and performance optimization. The training also emphasizes practical decision-making by integrating case examples, scenario-based learning, and analytical exercises.

This Gas Lift Excellence Training Course supports professionals who are responsible for artificial lift operations, well servicing, production engineering, and field performance analysis. By the end of the course, participants will have a stronger technical foundation, improved diagnostic abilities, and greater confidence in applying best practices across both conventional and challenging reservoir environments.

This comprehensive 10-day format allows learners to progress from basic knowledge to advanced operational competence, ensuring they return to their organizations fully prepared to enhance well performance, minimize downtime, and support safe, efficient, and effective gas lift operations.

What are the Goals?

The Gas Lift Excellence 10-Day Course is structured to develop a broad and practical skillset for professionals involved in artificial lift and well production optimization. The goal is to enable participants to understand gas lift principles thoroughly, apply engineering design concepts accurately, and troubleshoot system issues systematically. Throughout the course, learners will strengthen their ability to interpret operational data, evaluate gas lift performance, and apply optimization strategies that support production goals.

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Master foundational principles, terminology, and components of gas lift
  • Design efficient gas lift systems tailored to reservoir conditions
  • Implement startup, monitoring, and control procedures confidently
  • Troubleshoot system issues and implement corrective measures
  • Apply performance optimization and data-driven analysis
  • Evaluate advanced gas lift applications for unconventional and HPHT environments
  • Strengthen technical and operational skills required in modern oil and gas production

Who is this Training Course for?

This Gas Lift Excellence Training Course is ideal for professionals working across production, reservoir, and field engineering roles who require comprehensive knowledge of gas lift operations. It is designed to support both experienced personnel seeking deeper expertise and newer professionals aiming to build a solid technical foundation. The course also benefits individuals involved in well integrity, field supervision, and surface facilities support functions where gas lift performance directly impacts operational outcomes.

This 10-day training course will greatly benefit:

  • Production Engineers
  • Reservoir Engineers
  • Petroleum Engineers
  • Field Operations Personnel
  • Facilities and Well Integrity Engineers
  • Oil and Gas Consultants
  • Technical Managers and Supervisors
  • Professionals involved in artificial lift design, execution, and optimization

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This Gas Lift Excellence Training Course is delivered using a structured combination of proven adult learning methodologies designed to maximise comprehension, retention, and practical application. Participants will engage in instructor-led technical presentations, guided discussions, and step-by-step demonstrations that reinforce both conceptual understanding and real-world relevance. Case studies from diverse operating environments will be used to illustrate system behaviour, valve performance, optimization outcomes, and troubleshooting challenges.

Hands-on problem-solving activities, analytical exercises, and scenario-based evaluations will enable participants to apply core principles to realistic gas lift design and operational situations. Video demonstrations and visual explanations of subsurface and surface equipment will further support learning, especially for complex downhole mechanisms. Interactive sessions will encourage participants to share field experience, compare operational approaches, and develop stronger decision-making skills.

The Course Content

  • Course introduction and overview
  • Importance of gas lift systems in oil and gas production
  • Historical development and evolution of gas lift technology
  • Basic components and terminology of gas lift systems
  • Fluid properties and behavior in gas lift systems
  • Gas-liquid flow regimes in production tubing
  • Flow patterns and pressure drop calculations
  • Key performance factors in gas lift
  • Overview of gas lift valve types: continuous, intermittent, and conventional
  • Criteria for selecting the appropriate gas lift valves
  • Installation and maintenance considerations
  • Practical exercises on valve selection
  • Factors influencing the design of gas lift systems
  • Tubing and casing design considerations
  • Determining the optimal injection depth and gas injection rates
  • Case studies and examples of gas lift system design
  • Role and significance of gas lift mandrels
  • Installation techniques and best practices
  • Troubleshooting common installation issues
  • Hands-on exercises on mandrel installation
  • Startup and shutdown procedures for gas lift systems
  • Surface and downhole control equipment
  • Monitoring and maintaining system performance
  • Real-time optimization techniques
  • Identifying common problems and challenges
  • Diagnosing issues within gas lift systems
  • Remedial actions and troubleshooting exercises
  • Case studies on system troubleshooting
  • Strategies for optimizing production with gas lift systems
  • Selecting the appropriate artificial lift strategy
  • Data analysis and data-driven optimization techniques
  • Utilizing software tools for optimization
  • Gas lift applications in unconventional reservoirs
  • Gas lift in high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) environments
  • Advances in gas lift valve technology
  • Case studies highlighting advanced gas lift applications
  • Recap of key course concepts and learnings
  • Open discussion, Q&A session, and participant feedback
  • Certification distribution for successful course completion

Certificate and Accreditation

  • AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
In Partnership With
Copex
Coventry
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Available Sessions

Register for The Complete 10-Day Course on Gas Lift Excellence on 02-13 Feb 2026 in Dubai - UAE
Venue: Dubai - UAE
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Date: 02-13 Feb 2026
Fee: US $11,900
Register for The Complete 10-Day Course on Gas Lift Excellence on 08-19 Jun 2026 in Dubai - UAE
Venue: Dubai - UAE
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Date: 08-19 Jun 2026
Fee: US $11,900
Register for The Complete 10-Day Course on Gas Lift Excellence on 05-16 Oct 2026 in London - UK
Venue: London - UK
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Date: 05-16 Oct 2026
Fee: US $11,900
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