Sustaining Production: Reservoir Surveillance and Optimization Training Course

Introduction

Once an oil and gas field is brought into production, the ongoing challenge is to maximize hydrocarbon recovery and sustain economic output over its lifespan. This requires continuous reservoir surveillance – the systematic collection and analysis of data – to understand how the reservoir is behaving under production. Based on these insights, optimization strategies can be devised and implemented to correct inefficiencies, mitigate decline, and enhance overall field performance, ensuring the longevity and profitability of the asset.

This intensive training course is meticulously designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of reservoir surveillance and optimization techniques. From exploring various data acquisition methods and diagnostic plots to mastering the interpretation of production data, identifying production problems, and applying optimization tools, you will gain the expertise to actively manage and improve reservoir performance. This empowers you to extend field lifespans, maximize ultimate recovery, reduce operating costs, and strategically contribute to the efficient and sustainable production of energy resources.

Target Audience

  • Reservoir Engineers and Production Engineers.
  • Operations Managers and Production Technologists.
  • Well Surveillance and Optimization Teams.
  • Geologists and Petrophysicists involved in Production Support.
  • Data Scientists and Analysts in E&P Companies.
  • Field Superintendents and Technical Staff.
  • Asset Managers and Development Managers.
  • Students and Academics in Petroleum Engineering.

Duration: 10 days

Course Objectives

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

  • Understand the fundamental principles and importance of reservoir surveillance.
  • Grasp the various data acquisition methods used for reservoir monitoring.
  • Analyze production data and diagnostic plots to identify reservoir and well performance issues.
  • Comprehend different optimization techniques for wells and reservoirs.
  • Evaluate the application of reservoir simulation and integrated asset modeling for surveillance and optimization.
  • Develop practical skills in interpreting surveillance data and recommending interventions.
  • Navigate the complexities of data integration and multidisciplinary team collaboration for optimization.
  • Formulate robust strategies for continuous reservoir performance improvement and maximized recovery.

Course Content

  1. Introduction to Reservoir Surveillance and Optimization
  • Defining Reservoir Surveillance Module: continuous monitoring of reservoir and well performance
  • Defining Reservoir Optimization Module: implementing strategies to maximize recovery and profitability
  • Importance in Field Life Cycle Module: from initial production to mature field management
  • Key Objectives of Surveillance Module: understanding reservoir behavior, identifying problems, optimizing production
  • The iterative nature of surveillance and optimization
  1. Data Acquisition for Reservoir Surveillance
  • Production Data Module: oil, gas, water rates, wellhead pressures, flowing bottomhole pressures (FBHP)
  • Pressure Transient Analysis (PTA) Module: drill stem tests (DST), build-up tests, draw-down tests for reservoir parameters
  • Time-Lapse (4D) Seismic Module: monitoring fluid movement, pressure changes, saturation fronts
  • Production Logging Tools (PLT) Module: identifying fluid entries, flow profiles
  • Formation Pressure Tests (MDT/RCI) Module: measuring reservoir pressure, fluid contacts
  • Tracer Surveys Module: tracking fluid movement between wells
  • Overview of various tools and techniques for gathering reservoir intelligence
  1. Production Data Analysis and Diagnostic Plots
  • Decline Curve Analysis (DCA) Module: Arps' equations (exponential, hyperbolic, harmonic) for forecasting production
  • Material Balance Analysis Module: understanding reservoir drive mechanisms and calculating original oil/gas in place
  • Fractional Flow Curves Module: understanding water/gas cut behavior
  • Diagnostic Plots Module: WOR vs. cumulative oil, GOR vs. cumulative oil, Hall plots for waterfloods
  • Interpreting production trends and diagnosing reservoir issues
  1. Well Performance Analysis and Optimization
  • Inflow Performance Relationship (IPR) Module: well productivity as a function of bottomhole pressure
  • Outflow Performance Relationship (OPR) Module: understanding pressure losses in tubing and flow lines
  • Nodal Analysis Module: optimizing the entire production system from reservoir to separator
  • Artificial Lift Optimization Module: gas lift, ESP, rod pumps, plunger lift optimization
  • Well Intervention Techniques Module: workovers, stimulations, re-perforations to enhance well productivity
  1. Waterflood Surveillance and Optimization
  • Waterflood Principles Module: injecting water to maintain pressure and sweep oil
  • Waterflood Performance Indicators Module: injection rates, produced water cut, voidage replacement ratio (VRR)
  • Diagnostic Tools for Waterfloods Module: Hall plots, Lorenz plots, streamline simulation
  • Waterflood Optimization Strategies Module: adjusting injection rates, pattern balancing, infill drilling
  • Managing water injection for improved sweep efficiency
  1. Gas Injection and EOR Surveillance
  • Gas Injection Monitoring Module: injected gas volumes, GOR response, breakthrough
  • Miscible Gas Flood Surveillance Module: tracking solvent front, CO2 breakthrough
  • Chemical EOR Surveillance Module: monitoring chemical consumption, injectivity, emulsion formation
  • Thermal EOR Surveillance Module: temperature monitoring, steam breakthrough
  • Specialized surveillance for advanced recovery methods
  1. Reservoir Simulation for Surveillance and Optimization
  • Role of Reservoir Models Module: as a predictive and diagnostic tool
  • History Matching Module: continuous calibration of the model with new surveillance data
  • Simulation Scenarios for Optimization Module: testing infill wells, re-completions, EOR pilots
  • Uncertainty Quantification in Forecasts Module: understanding the range of possible outcomes
  • Leveraging the reservoir simulator for proactive management
  1. Integrated Asset Modeling (IAM)
  • Purpose of IAM Module: linking reservoir, wellbore, and surface facility models
  • Components of IAM Module: subsurface model, well performance, flow assurance, surface network
  • Benefits of IAM Module: holistic system optimization, bottleneck identification
  • Real-time Optimization with IAM Module: dynamic adjustments based on live data
  • Optimizing the entire production system from reservoir to sales point
  1. Data Management and Digitalization for Surveillance
  • Importance of Data Quality Module: accurate, consistent, timely data
  • Data Management Systems Module: databases, data historians, data warehouses
  • Visualization Tools Module: dashboards, interactive plots for performance monitoring
  • Real-Time Data Acquisition and SCADA Systems Module: remote monitoring and control
  • Machine Learning and AI in Surveillance Module: anomaly detection, predictive maintenance, pattern recognition
  • Leveraging digital tools for efficient and effective surveillance
  1. Case Studies and Advanced Optimization Techniques
  • Review of Successful Surveillance and Optimization Projects Module: lessons learned from various fields
  • Value of Information (VOI) Analysis Module: justifying new data acquisition programs
  • Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) for Optimization Module: controlling reservoir influx while drilling
  • Intelligent Wells and Downhole Sensing Module: real-time monitoring and control capabilities
  • Future of Reservoir Surveillance and Optimization Module: autonomous operations, predictive analytics
  • Continuous improvement and strategic decision-making in reservoir management.

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

 

 sustaining Production: Reservoir Surveillance And Optimization Training Course in South Africa
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