2. 3. 4. 5. Drilling Prospect Planning and Development Formation and Fracture pressure predictions Drilling fluid system and Rheology Hydraulics - system pressure losses - bit hydraulics - surge/swab pressures casing running speeds - hole cleaning and cuttings transport velocity Well Control - improper hole fillup - kicks - identification, control techniques, etc Casing seat selection (casing setting depths) Overview of Horizontal Well Planning & Technology