2 credit course (GEOL 457/657 or ENG 457/657)


Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Parkway, Bldg. A, Reno, NV 89511


This intensive 5-day course covers the full lifecycle of geothermal drilling, from early-stage planning through well completion and control:


  • Geothermal Systems & Drilling Context

    • Resource types and exploration frameworks
    • Key differences from oil and gas drilling
    • Health, safety, and environmental considerations
    • Federal and state regulatory overview

  • Well Design Fundamentals

    • Casing design and well architecture
    • Drilling fluids and temperature considerations
    • Corrosion and material selection

  • Drilling Operations & Risk Management

    • Managing geologic uncertainty
    • Lost circulation and wellbore stability
    • Operational decision-making and cost control

  • Completions & Well Control

    • Geothermal well completions
    • Steam, gas, and high-temperature challenges
    • Well control principles and response strategies

  • Integrated Drilling Plan Development

    • Cost estimation and scheduling
    • Risk and economic considerations
    • Development of a field-ready geothermal drilling plan
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