About the Gas Lift Design & Optimisation Technology Course

Time Training Center's 5-day/30-hour Gas Lift Design & Optimisation Technology course delivers a deep understanding of one of the most widely used artificial lift methods in the oil and gas industry. It equips participants with a comprehensive understanding of gas lift design principles, operational strategies, and advanced optimisation techniques for enhancing production.

The course begins with a technical overview of gas lift concepts, valve mechanics, and completion configurations, gradually progressing into advanced topics such as system diagnostics, optimisation strategies, and comparative design methodologies. Participants will explore the physical and operational foundations of gas lifting, from basic inflow performance relationships to the selection, operation, and troubleshooting of gas lift valves and surface equipment. You will also develop practical expertise in analysing well performance data and applying field diagnostic techniques.

Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and practical examples, our course emphasises the integration of gas lift theory with hands-on tools like PROSPER and field troubleshooting methodologies. This empowers you to design, operate, and optimise gas lift systems effectively. You can also gain skills to troubleshoot issues and apply automated, data-driven solutions for managing complex gas lift fields.

Gas Lift Design & Optimisation Technology Course Objectives

​By the end of this Gas Lift Design & Optimisation Technology training course, participants will be able to:​

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles, applications, and limitations of gas lift systems in oil and gas production.
• Identify and describe the components of gas lift equipment, including various types of valves, mandrels, surface injection systems, and completion configurations.
• Design continuous gas lift systems using industry-standard procedures, incorporating inflow performance analysis, valve spacing, unloading strategies, and injection gas requirements.
• Perform detailed gas lift valve calculations, including force balance equations, nitrogen pressure settings, port sizing, and valve opening pressures.
• Analyse and interpret well performance data to determine the optimal gas lift injection point and improve system efficiency under varying reservoir and production conditions.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot common operational problems in gas lift wells, including equipment failures, malfunctions, multiple injection points, and issues related to emulsions and flow assurance.
• Apply field diagnostic techniques such as downhole pressure surveys, sonic tools, communication tests, and CO₂ injection to locate and address gas lift system inefficiencies.
• Use production modelling and simulation tools such as PROSPER to perform gas lift design, performance evaluation, and optimisation.
• Assess the economic and operational impacts of gas lift implementation, including cost-benefit analysis, system reliability, and return on investment.
• Understand safety, environmental, and regulatory considerations related to gas lift operations and apply appropriate risk mitigation strategies.

Training Methodology

We employ a comprehensive and applied learning strategy, integrating theory with real-world implementation:

• 30% Conceptual Learning: Expert-led sessions on catalytic theory and engineering principles
• 20% Interactive Workshops: Group exercises, presentations, and technical discussion forums
• 30% Case-Based Learning: Industry-specific examples and troubleshooting scenarios
• 20% Technology Integration: Digital tools, simulations, and catalyst modeling applications

Note: Instructors may adjust the training approach to fit technical requirements or participant engagement levels.

Course Instructor

Our courses are delivered by highly qualified instructors with extensive experience in both industry and academia. With decades of hands-on expertise across a wide range of technical disciplines, our instructors are dedicated to providing high-quality, impactful training that equips participants with practical knowledge and skills they can immediately apply. Full instructor profiles are available upon request.

Course Fees

The course fee includes the following:

• Course Materials: Comprehensive participant materials, including lecture notes, slides, and case study documents. (Tablet or IPAD)
• Coffee/Tea: Provided on arrival and during morning and afternoon breaks to keep participants refreshed.
• Buffet Lunch: Served daily to ensure participants have an opportunity to network and recharge during lunch breaks.

Who Should Attend Our Gas Lift Design & Optimisation Technology Course?

This training course is highly beneficial for professionals involved in the design, operation, optimisation, and troubleshooting of gas lift systems, including:

• Petroleum Engineers
• Production Engineers
• Reservoir Engineers
• Field and Operations Engineers
• Facilities and Completion Engineers
• Artificial Lift Specialists
• Maintenance and Intervention Supervisors
• Technical Consultants and Service Providers

Gas Lift Design & Optimisation Technology Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction & Basic Principles of Gas Lift

• Pre-test assessment of existing knowledge
• Overview of gas lifting methods and applications
• Key benefits and limitations of gas lift systems
• Reservoir inflow performance concepts
  • Pressure loss in the reservoir
  • Reservoir fluid flow fundamentals
  • IPR curves and Darcy’s law
  • Skin effect and well productivity impacts
• Introduction to gas lift equipment
  • Types of gas lift valves (IPO, PPO, throttling, pilot valves)
  • Valve parts terminology and functional components
  • Dome charge corrections and valve spread
  • Test Rack Opening Pressure (TRO) and Production Pressure Effect (PPE)

Module 2: Continuous Gas Lift Design Fundamentals

• Definitions and classification of formation damage
• Principles and behavior of continuous gas lift
• Effects of gas-liquid ratios and GLR limitations
• Determining the optimal gas injection rate
• Reservoir deliverability considerations
• Step-by-step design procedure for continuous gas lift
• Unloading process in gas lift wells
  • Design procedures and process challenges
  • Injection control from the surface
• Equilibrium curves and computer-aided design for injection point depth optimization

Module 3: Gas Lift Completions & Valve Mechanics

• Gas lift well completion configurations
  • Single completions, annular flow, and coiled tubing
• Mechanics of gas lift valves
  • Force balance equations and pressure operations
  • Nitrogen pressure calculations at various conditions
  • Port/bellows area determination and valve performance
  • Gas flow behavior through lift valves

Module 4: Advanced Design and Troubleshooting Techniques

• Bacterial-induced damage: sulfate-reducing, slime-forming, and iron bacteria
• Continuous gas lift design and mandrel spacing techniques
  • Mandrel spacing for IPO valves
  • Analytical methods for valve depth calculations
• Troubleshooting strategies for gas lift failures
  • Causes of operational issues and diagnostic approaches
  • Mechanical failures, gas injection line issues, tubing integrity, emulsions
• Troubleshooting methodology and failure analysis
• Multiple injection points and interference management

Module 5: Field Techniques & Real-World Optimization

• Field techniques for diagnosing gas lift performance
  • Communication tests, pressure/temperature surveys
  • Sonic and CO₂ injection techniques
  • Wireline tools for well depth and liquid level analysis
• Use of injection gas flow and wellhead pressure charts
• Automated systems for gas lift field optimization (I-Field applications)
• Troubleshooting case studies and real-world examples
• Software application:
  • Quick look gas lift analysis in Prosper
  • Gas lift system design and well diagnostics using Prosper
• Problem-solving exercises and optimization case reviews

Module 6: Capstone and Assessment

• Review of Core Topics and Key Learnings
• Final Group Discussion and Q&A
• Post-Test Evaluation
• Certificate Presentation

Course Completion Certificate

Upon completing your course at Time Training Center, you will be awarded an official Course Completion Certificate, recognizing your achievement and the skills you've gained. This certificate validates your expertise and reflects the high standards of training you've undergone.