By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the concepts and processes of integrated reservoir management.
- Effectively manage reservoirs for optimal recovery across their lifecycle.
- Differentiate reservoir management strategies for conventional and unconventional reservoirs, including heavy oil, tar sands, tight gas, shale gas, and shale oil.
- Enhance economic returns through the adoption of integrated reservoir management techniques.
- Recognize the distinct approaches to reservoir management for green fields and brown fields.
- Apply surveillance principles to ensure effective governance and sustainability in integrated reservoir management.
DAY 1
Introduction to Reservoir Management
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- Definition and history of reservoir management
- Fundamentals of reservoir management concepts
- Importance of synergy and teamwork
- Integration of geoscience and engineering for effective management
- Exploring the reservoir management process:
- Evaluation
- Revising plans and strategies
- Common reasons for program failure
- Case studies highlighting successful and failed reservoir management initiatives
DAY 2
Data Acquisition, Analysis, and Management
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- Overview of key data types used in reservoir management
- Methods of data acquisition and analysis
- Ensuring data validation and accuracy
- Best practices for data storage and retrieval systems
- Application of data in decision-making processes
- Practical examples of reservoir data
DAY 3
Reservoir Modeling
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- The role and importance of reservoir modeling
- Integrating geoscience and engineering perspectives
- Using seismic data and geostatistics for model accuracy
- Key engineering inputs for effective modeling
- Case studies showcasing reservoir modeling in action
DAY 4
Reservoir Performance Analysis
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- Natural production mechanisms and their impact on reservoir performance
- Methods for estimating reserves:
- Volumetric method
- Decline curve method
- Material balance method
- Using mathematical simulations for performance analysis
- Practical examples and exercises
DAY 5
Forecasting and Strategy Optimization
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- Advanced techniques for performance forecasting
- Integration of data, models, and analysis for strategy optimization
- Case studies demonstrating long-term reservoir management success
- Developing actionable plans for continuous improvement
- Interactive workshop to create a customized reservoir management strategy
