An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Subsea BOP & Control Systems
Subsea Stacks and Controls
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Duration
5 Days
Price
$ 4,000
Starting From
06 Sep 2027
Subsea BOP & Control Systems
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Subsea BOP & Control Systems - DC-SBOP-PEA27
| Code | Date | Time | Duration | Location | Currency | Early Bird Fee Per Person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DC-SBOP-PEA27 | 06 - 10 Sep 2027 | 10 AM CST | 4 Hours / Day |
Online |
USD |
4000 |
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Subsea BOP & Control Systems
This course covers subsea blowout preventer stacks and their control systems. Participants study stack configuration and components, lower marine riser packages, control pod architecture, hydraulic and electro-hydraulic systems, emergency and secondary intervention systems, testing requirements, reliability and maintenance, stack retrieval and regulatory expectations.
Description
A subsea blowout preventer stack sits on the wellhead in deep water, operated through control pods and umbilicals from a vessel that may be moving. It must function reliably for months between retrievals, close and seal on command, shear pipe if required, and provide emergency functions if the vessel loses position or power. Its reliability determines a large part of deepwater downtime.
This course covers the system in detail. It starts with stack configuration, ram and annular arrangement, the lower marine riser package and the connectors that join them, then covers control pod architecture, hydraulic supply, accumulators and the response time requirements at depth. It covers multiplex electro-hydraulic control, redundancy and pod switching, and the emergency systems: emergency disconnect sequence, deadman, autoshear and acoustic backup. The course then covers testing requirements and procedures, condition monitoring, reliability data and failure modes, maintenance and recertification, stack retrieval decisions, and the regulatory framework that governs subsea equipment.
Response time at depth is a design problem. Hydraulic fluid has to travel from the surface or from subsea accumulators to the function being operated, against ambient pressure, and the regulations specify how quickly key functions must complete. Accumulator sizing at depth, allowing for ambient pressure effects on precharge, is one of the calculations most often got wrong.
Redundancy is the answer to inaccessibility. Two control pods, dual hydraulic supply, multiple shear functions and independent emergency systems exist because a failed component on the seabed cannot be repaired without pulling the stack, which costs days. The design philosophy is to keep operating with a failure rather than to prevent all failures.
Testing frequency and scope are heavily regulated, and the records are examined after any incident. Function tests, pressure tests, pod testing and the verification of emergency systems all have defined intervals, and the practical challenge is completing them without consuming excessive rig time. Planning tests around operations rather than as interruptions is part of competent subsea management.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Describe subsea stack configuration and the function of each component.
- Describe the lower marine riser package and stack connectors.
- Explain control pod architecture and hydraulic supply systems.
- Calculate accumulator requirements and response times at depth.
- Describe multiplex electro-hydraulic control and redundancy.
- Explain emergency systems, including emergency disconnect, deadman and autoshear.
- Specify testing requirements and plan test programmes.
- Apply condition monitoring and reliability analysis.
- Plan maintenance, recertification and stack retrieval.
- Apply regulatory requirements for subsea pressure control equipment.
The course is instructor-led. The stack and control system are covered with schematics, component drawings and manufacturer data, and participants carry out accumulator and response time calculations. Testing programmes, reliability data and failure cases from operating fields are examined. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment and test records for discussion.
Organisations sending participants to this training will:
- Improve subsea stack reliability and reduce unplanned retrievals.
- Verify accumulator capacity and response times correctly.
- Improve testing planning, execution and records.
- Meet regulatory requirements for subsea pressure control.
- Strengthen subsea competence in drilling and rig teams.
Participants will:
- Understand subsea stacks and control systems in detail.
- Be able to verify accumulator sizing and response times.
- Understand emergency and secondary intervention systems.
- Be able to plan and assess testing programmes.
- Be able to assess reliability and retrieval decisions.
- Drilling engineers on floating operations
- Subsea engineers
- Rig site supervisors and company representatives
- Drilling contractor subsea technicians
- Rig acceptance and audit personnel
- Regulatory and compliance staff
Module 1: Stack Configuration
- Ram and annular arrangement
- Stack ratings and bore sizes
- Shear ram placement and capability
- Connectors and wellhead interface
- Configuration by water depth and well type
Module 2: Lower Marine Riser Package
- Components and functions
- Flex joint and annular preventer
- Connector operation
- Disconnect and reconnect sequence
- Interface with the riser
Module 3: Control Pod Architecture
- Pod functions and redundancy
- Hydraulic and electrical supply
- Solenoid and pilot valve operation
- Pod switching
- Pod retrieval and replacement
Module 4: Hydraulics and Response Time
- Hydraulic supply and umbilical lines
- Subsea accumulators and precharge at depth
- Response time requirements
- Accumulator sizing calculations
- Hydraulic fluid selection and management
Module 5: Multiplex Control Systems
- Electro-hydraulic control architecture
- Surface control systems and panels
- Signal transmission and redundancy
- Control system diagnostics
- Software and configuration management
Module 6: Emergency Systems
- Emergency disconnect sequence
- Deadman and autoshear systems
- Acoustic backup control
- Remotely operated vehicle intervention panels
- Testing emergency functions
Module 7: Testing
- Function and pressure testing requirements
- Test frequency and regulatory expectations
- Pod testing
- Shear verification
- Test records and documentation
Module 8: Reliability and Maintenance
- Failure modes and reliability data
- Condition monitoring
- Planned maintenance programmes
- Recertification requirements
- Spares and critical component management
Module 9: Retrieval and Regulation
- Decision criteria for stack retrieval
- Retrieval and redeployment operations
- Downtime cost
- Regulatory framework
- Audit and incident investigation expectations
Upon successful completion of this training course, delegates will be awarded an official Certificate of Completion issued by the Petroleum Engineers Association (PEA), an ISO 9001:2015 certified training organization. The certificate carries 10 Credits and formally records the total learning hours completed.
Each certificate is signed by the Course Facilitator and the CEO of the Petroleum Engineers Association, and serves as verifiable proof of professional training that delegates can present to employers and professional bodies worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
All course bookings made through PEA are strictly non-refundable. By registering for a course, you acknowledge and accept that all fees are payable in full and are not subject to refund under any circumstances, including changes in personal or professional commitments or partial attendance.
PEA reserves the right to make reasonable adjustments to course content, trainers, or schedules where necessary, without entitling delegates to a refund. Comprehensive details of each course — including objectives, target audience, and content — are clearly outlined before enrolment, and it is the responsibility of the delegate to ensure the course's suitability prior to booking.
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