Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research

Alrefak Private University – Tripoli – Libya

Petroleum Department
Mid Term Exam (Model C)
PE-322 Petroleum Field Equipment Fall 2021 - 2022

Student Name: ………………………………. Student No.: …………………..

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Question 1:-
1. Define all the following:
a) Kelly
b) Desilter
2. What is the main function of circulation system?
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Question 2:-
Choose the right answer
1. A self-contained rig is a type of
a. Platform
b. Barge
c. Jack-up
2. The seamless tubing used to rotate the bit and circulate the drilling fluid, they are 30
feet in length are coupled together with tool joints.
a. Flow Line.
b. Drill pipe.
c. Drill color.
3. Are valves installed at either end of the Kelly to isolate high pressures and prevent
backflow from the well if an influx occurs at the bottom of the well.
a. The Kelly Saver Sub.
b. The Kelly Safety Valves.
c. The Kelly Spinner.
4. A device has combinations of vibratory screening and centrifugal force
(hydrocyclones) are used together to provide an effective separation.
a. The De-gasser.
b. The De-sander.
c. The Mud Cleaner.
5. Mud tanks are a part of
a. Hoisting system

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c. Circulation system
6. It is a solids removal equipment
a. Mud Tanks
b. Desander
c. Derrick
7. The end of the drilling line that is attached to Anchor is
a. Dead line
b. Travelling block
c. Fast line
8. The fluid enters in the drillstring through a special piece of equipment called ……..
located at the top of the Kelly.
a. Mud pits
b. Swivel
c. Shale shaker
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Question 3:-
A rig must hoist a load of 200,000 lbf. The drawworks can provide a maximum input
power of 800 hp. Eight lines are strung between the crown block and the traveling block
and the dead line is anchored to a derrick leg on one side of the v-door. (E = 0.874)
a) Calculate the static tension in the fast line when upward motion is impending
b) Calculate the maximum hook horsepower available
c) Calculate the maximum hoisting speed
d) Calculate the derrick load when upward motion is impending
e) Calculate the maximum equivalent derrick load
f) Calculate the derrick efficiency factor

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Question 4:-
Write the correct name of the equipment

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