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Newpark Fluids Systems is committed to delivering cutting-edge service by providing our employees training and comprehensive professional development.

With over 200 years of combined experience in the lab and in the field, our instructors are chosen because of their hands-on experience dealing with all aspects of fluids technology. At Newpark Fluids Systems, our management recognizes that the quality of our technical and field staff is integral to the company’s reputation for superior service.

After graduating, you should be able to:

- Identify the multiple functions of drilling fluids
- Explain the fundamental concepts of drilling fluids
- Perform both physical and chemical analysis on drilling fluid properties
- Explain the methods of drilling fluids remediation (sweeps, spots, pills, slugs, etc.
- Describe the drilling fluids reporting process and analyze properties represented
- Discuss the basics of clay chemistry and how it impacts drilling fluid performance
- Tell how fluid loss control is achieved in drilling fluids and its impact on drilling operations
- Define the science of rheology and describe its significance in drilling fluids
- Explain the basic factors impacting hole cleaning and their importance
- Summarize the different challenges posed by shale with respect to drilling fluids
- List several chemical products utilized in drilling fluids
- Discuss the application of polymers in drilling fluids
- List the different water-based and invert emulsion fluid types
- Define advantages and disadvantages of water-based and invert emulsion drilling fluids
- Discuss the drilling fluids selection process

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