Deeper Insights into Reservoirs: Advanced Petrophysics Training Course

Introduction

Petrophysics is the quantitative study of rock and fluid properties and their interactions within a reservoir, primarily derived from well log data, core analysis, and fluid samples. While foundational petrophysics provides basic calculations, advanced petrophysics delves into complex scenarios, unconventional reservoirs, and sophisticated interpretation techniques required for accurate hydrocarbon volume estimation, reservoir characterization, and production optimization. Mastery of advanced petrophysical methods is crucial for unlocking the full potential of complex reservoirs and making high-stakes development decisions.

This intensive training course is meticulously designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of advanced petrophysics. From exploring complex lithologies and unconventional reservoirs to mastering advanced logging tools, sophisticated interpretation models, and uncertainty quantification, you will gain the expertise to accurately characterize challenging subsurface environments. This empowers you to make precise estimations of hydrocarbon volumes, optimize well placement, predict reservoir performance, and contribute significantly to maximizing recovery from complex oil and gas fields.

Target Audience

  • Experienced Petrophysicists and Geoscientists.
  • Reservoir Engineers and Production Engineers.
  • Drilling Engineers and Well Planners.
  • Exploration and Development Managers.
  • Data Scientists working with Well Data.
  • Academics and Researchers in Petrophysics.
  • Technical Staff involved in Reservoir Characterization.
  • Anyone seeking to deepen their expertise in quantitative formation evaluation.

Duration: 10 days

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand advanced concepts in rock-fluid interactions and their impact on log responses.
  • Grasp the principles and applications of specialized and advanced well logging tools.
  • Analyze complex lithologies (e.g., shaly sands, carbonates, fractured reservoirs) using advanced petrophysical models.
  • Comprehend advanced water saturation models beyond Archie's equation.
  • Evaluate the petrophysical challenges and solutions for unconventional reservoirs (shale, tight gas).
  • Develop practical skills in integrating various data types (logs, core, seismic, production) for comprehensive characterization.
  • Navigate the complexities of petrophysical uncertainty quantification and risk assessment.
  • Formulate robust strategies for optimizing reservoir characterization and maximizing hydrocarbon recovery through advanced petrophysics.

Course Content

  1. Review of Fundamental Petrophysics and Advanced Concepts
  • Basic Log Interpretation Review Module: GR, Resistivity, Porosity logs (Density, Neutron, Sonic)
  • Rock-Fluid Interactions Module: wettability, capillary pressure, surface tension
  • Pore Systems and Permeability Module: understanding different pore types and their impact on flow
  • Advanced Shale Models Module: understanding complex shale effects on log responses
  • Bridging basic knowledge to advanced petrophysical challenges
  1. Advanced Resistivity Logging and Interpretation
  • Micro-Resistivity Devices Module: Micro-SFL, Micro-CFL, FMI/FMS for detailed borehole imaging
  • Array Induction and Laterolog Tools Module: understanding depth of investigation, anisotropy
  • Invasion Profile Analysis Module: evaluating mud filtrate invasion, movable hydrocarbons
  • Resistivity Anisotropy Module: impact of layering, fractures on resistivity measurements
  • Interpreting complex resistivity responses for accurate water saturation
  1. Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Logging
  • Principle of NMR Measurement Module: T1 and T2 relaxation, hydrogen protons
  • Applications of NMR Log Module: total porosity, free fluid porosity, bound fluid porosity, pore size distribution
  • Permeability Estimation from NMR Module: Coates, SDR models
  • Fluid Typing with NMR Module: distinguishing oil, gas, and water
  • NMR Log Interpretation and Limitations Module: understanding its unique insights and challenges
  1. Advanced Porosity and Lithology Determination
  • Complex Lithology Interpretation Module: multi-mineral models, solving for unknown minerals
  • Photoelectric Factor (PEF) Log Module: lithology indicator, distinguishing minerals
  • Advanced Cross-Plots Module: Neutron-Density-PEF ternary plots for complex lithologies
  • Environmental Corrections and Quality Control Module: ensuring accurate porosity measurements
  • Quantitative analysis for complex rock compositions
  1. Advanced Water Saturation Models
  • Review of Archie's Equation Module: assumptions and limitations
  • Shaly Sand Models Module: Waxman-Smits, Dual Water, Juhasz models
  • Carbonate Saturation Models Module: addressing complex pore systems
  • Low Resistivity Pay Analysis Module: identifying productive zones with low resistivity
  • Applying appropriate saturation models for various reservoir types
  1. Petrophysics of Carbonate Reservoirs
  • Carbonate Depositional Environments Module: reefs, platforms, deepwater carbonates
  • Pore System Classification Module: vuggy, interparticle, intraparticle, fracture porosity
  • Challenges in Carbonate Petrophysics Module: heterogeneity, complex pore geometries, wettability
  • Integrated Carbonate Characterization Module: combining logs, core, seismic, image logs
  • Specialized techniques for evaluating carbonate reservoirs
  1. Petrophysics of Unconventional Reservoirs
  • Shale Gas and Shale Oil Petrophysics Module: organic richness, maturity, brittleness, adsorbed gas
  • Tight Gas and Tight Oil Petrophysics Module: ultra-low permeability, fracture identification
  • Coalbed Methane (CBM) Petrophysics Module: gas content, cleat systems
  • Challenges in Unconventional Petrophysics Module: complex mineralogy, kerogen effects, effective porosity
  • Adapting petrophysical workflows for unconventional resources
  1. Integrated Petrophysical Workflow and Uncertainty
  • Data Integration Module: combining logs, core, seismic, production data for a holistic view
  • Petrophysical Model Building Module: systematic approach to deriving properties
  • Uncertainty Quantification in Petrophysics Module: Monte Carlo simulation, sensitivity analysis for P10, P50, P90
  • Impact of Petrophysical Uncertainty on Volumetrics and Simulation Module: propagation of errors
  • Managing and communicating petrophysical uncertainty
  1. Advanced Applications of Petrophysics
  • Geomechanics from Logs Module: rock mechanical properties, wellbore stability, hydraulic fracturing design
  • Fracture Characterization from Logs Module: image logs, sonic logs for natural and induced fractures
  • Reservoir Surveillance with Time-Lapse Logs Module: monitoring fluid movement, saturation changes
  • Petrophysics for Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) Module: monitoring EOR fronts, saturation changes
  • Leveraging petrophysical data for advanced reservoir management
  1. Emerging Technologies and Future Trends
  • Machine Learning and AI in Petrophysics Module: automated log interpretation, property prediction, facies classification
  • Digital Rock Physics Module: simulating fluid flow in digital rock images
  • Fiber Optic Sensing Module: distributed acoustic sensing (DAS), distributed temperature sensing (DTS) for real-time well monitoring
  • Integration with Digital Twin Concepts Module: real-time petrophysical updates
  • The future of petrophysics in the digital oilfield.

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

For More Details call: +254-114-087-180

 

 

 

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