Australia’s Centre of Decommissioning Australia (CODA) has launched its first online training module, aimed at expanding access to foundational decommissioning knowledge across the industry.
The new training module, Introduction to Well Decommissioning, is part of the organisation’s efforts to support the growth of the sector in Australia, according to CODA CEO Francis Norman.
Developed in response to strong demand for CODA’s in-person training, the self-paced module provides a flexible learning option for those unable to attend the in-person Introduction to Decommissioning course, as well as individuals and organisations looking to build capability across their teams.
“The launch of our first online module is an important step in how we support the development of the decommissioning industry,” said Norman.
“We know not everyone can attend training in person, so the CODA Academy allows us to expand how we support capability development across the industry, while continuing to deliver our in-person courses.”
The module explores the well lifecycle, with a focus on plugging and abandonment, covering key steps, regulatory frameworks and planning considerations that support safe, responsible and cost-effective outcomes.
“By combining in-person training with flexible online learning, we are creating more pathways for industry to build capability, particularly as the scale and complexity of decommissioning activity continues to grow,” said Norman.
“Building online content also allows for just-in-time and very focused learning across the industry”
Course content was developed in collaboration with Chris Wilson of Labrador, a subject matter expert who also delivers the same material as part of CODA’s in-person course.
The launch of the online module also marks the introduction of the CODA Academy, which brings together CODA’s in-person training and online learning offerings.
While in-person courses will continue to run, the Academy expands how participants can engage with decommissioning training delivered by CODA.
The learning experience was developed in partnership with Perth-based organisations Sentient Computing, which delivered the eLearning platform, and Of Note Designs, which designed and developed the web environment.
Additional online modules will be released over time, forming a broader learning pathway across the decommissioning lifecycle and complementing CODA’s existing training.
