Applied Sequence Stratigraphy in Carbonates & Siliciclastic Systems
Sequence stratigraphy has proven to be a powerful tool in understanding and predicting the distribution, geometry, and continuity of elements of reservoir…
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About Training
Sequence stratigraphy has proven to be a powerful tool in understanding and predicting the distribution, geometry, and continuity of elements of reservoir, source, and seal. The aim of this one-week course is to provide a general overview of the principles of sequence stratigraphy, and to demonstrate its application to exploration and production.
The course will include providing conceptual models, developing a workflow to examine core, log, and seismic data, and reviewing how these data can be integrated in a sequence stratigraphic framework. Key examples will illustrate how sequence stratigraphy can be used to subdivide a reservoir, constrain reservoir models, and generate high-resolution, geologically constrained predictions of reservoir systems, and exercises will emphasize and expand on these concepts. The course will include discussion of concepts and applications, and practical hands-on examples, from both carbonate and siliciclastic systems.
Training Objectives
- LEARN fundamental sequence stratigraphic concepts in carbonate &siliciclastic systems
- APPRECIATE the value of siliciclastic and carbonate sequence stratigraphy
- IDENTIFY sequence stratigraphic elements in core, log, and seismic data
- UNDERSTAND the sequence stratigraphic workflow for reservoir characterization and prediction
- INTEGRATE geological and geophysical data through the use of sequence stratigraphic analysis
- APPLY sequence stratigraphic analysis to the prediction of reservoir properties in exploration and production settings
Audiences
This course is designed for delegates who seek to understand and apply the principles of sequence stratigraphy to reservoir characterization or prediction in exploration, development, and production settings.
• Sedimentologists (Sample & Core Description)
• Geoscientists (Interpretation, Modeling & Processing)
• Geophysicists (Seismic Stratigraphy and Interpretation, Seismic Attribute)
• Reservoir, Petroleum, and Project Engineers (Evaluation , Properties, &Volumetrics)
• Petrophysicists (Rock & Fluid Properties)
• Explorationists / Exploration Managers (Work Planning & Economic Evaluation)
Pre-Requisite: Attendees are expected to have a working knowledge on basic petroleum geology. Basic knowledge of sedimentology and sequence stratigraphyare preferred, but we will cover essentials in the class.
Instructor
Eugene Rankey
Dr. Rankey's background includes both industry consulting and the academe. He has worked with Exxon and has had various consultancies since then, and is now a co-lead investigator of a 12-company industrial consortium, with member companies including Shell, Statoil, Pemex, Pioneer Natural Resources, Repsol, ConocoPhillips, BHP Billiton, Devon, Anadarko, Saudi Aramco, Chevron, and Total. More specifically, in terms of consultancies, Dr. Rankey has provided short courses, field short courses, or geological/geophysical consultancy (everything from seismic interpretation to core description to geologic modeling) with the following companies: ExxonMobil, Shell, Pioneer Natural Resources, BHP Billiton, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, Schlumberger, and Saudi Aramco.
He is currenlty an Associate Professor at the University of Kansas. His research programs focuses on understanding and quantifying the nature and controls on variability in surface processes and geomorphic forms in modern tropical marine and nearshore carbonate sedimentary systems. To achieve these goals, his work at KU emphasizes field study of modern systems and atolls, where both process (waves, tides, etc.) and product (sediment accumulations) can be observed, and their relations rigorously evaluated and modeled, to develop testable quantitative and conceptual models for the origin of the stratigraphic record of carbonate successions. Recently, the focus has naturally evolved to evaluating the impact of global change on Earth-surface processes in shallow marine and coastal tropical systems, including reefs and tropical coastlines.
Dr. Rankey’s experiences also include integration of geologic data with seismic interpretation, seismic modeling, and seismic attribute analysis, from regions including GOM, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, west Texas, offshore Brazil and Canada. He teaches short courses in seismic interpretation and stratigraphy of carbonate successions as well.
Training
Industry Training include providing workshops, classes and short courses in seismic interpretation of carbonate successions, carbonate depositional systems, carbonate and siliciclastic sequence stratigraphy, and modern carbonate field geology for ExxonMobil, Shell, BHPBilliton, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, Schlumberger, and Saudi Aramco.
Daily Aims
DAY ONE - SILICICLASTIC SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHY
- Historical Framework
- Formation and Architecture of Sedimentary Basins
- Sequence Stratigraphic Concepts
- Introduction to Examples of Siliciclastic Sequence Stratigraphy
DAY TWO - SILICICLASTIC SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHY
- Siliciclastic Sequence Stratigraphy in Well Logs
- Siliciclastic Seismic Sequence Stratigraphy
DAY THREE - CARBONATE SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHY
- General Aspects of Carbonate Systems
- Carbonate Sequence Stratigraphic Concepts
DAY FOUR - CARBONATE SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHY
- Carbonate Seismic Stratigraphy
- Carbonate Diagenesis, Rock Typesand Petrophysics
DAY FIVE - CARBONATE SEQUENCE STRATIGRAPHY
- Carbonate Reservoir Characterization
Training Schedule
| Code | Start Date | End Date | Locations | Cost | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PST0307-201601 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | USD 3,395 | Eugene Rankey | ||
| PST0307-201501 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | SGD 5,995 | Eugene Rankey | ||
| PST0307-201401 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | SGD 5,995 | Eugene Rankey |
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