The Centre of Decommissioning Australia (CODA) has launched its first online training module, Introduction to Well Decommissioning, expanding access to foundational decommissioning knowledge across the industry.
Developed in response to strong demand for CODA’s in-person training, the new 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 for themselves or across their teams.
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.
Content has been developed in collaboration with Chris Wilson of Labrador, a Subject Matter Expert who also delivers this material as part of CODA’s in-person course.
The online module also marks the introduction of the CODA Academy, which brings together CODA’s in-person training and online learning. While in-person courses will continue to run, the Academy expands how participants can engage with decommissioning training delivered by CODA.
CODA CEO Francis Norman said:
“The launch of our first online module is an important step in how we support the development of the decommissioning industry.
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.
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.
Building online content also allows for just-in-time and very focused learning across the industry”
The learning experience has been developed in partnership with local, Perth-based organisations, with Sentient Computing delivering the eLearning platform and Of Note Designs designing and developing 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.
