Development Geology - Applied Field Development
A profitable development of an oil or gas field starts with a good understanding of the subsurface.
- Level
- Intermediate
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- Course
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About Training
A profitable development of an oil or gas field starts with a good understanding of the subsurface. As part of a PE team the development geologist interprets subsurface data and provides geological models that form the basis for development planning.
During this 5 day course the “Development Life Cycle” starting with the gathering of geological data, the interpretation thereof, the preparation of geological models and the quantification of subsurface uncertainty are discussed. The development geologist is equipped with the skills to construct these models. Attention is given to the impact on field operations and on field management during its entire lifecycle.
At the end of the course participants will be able to apply geological concepts, construct maps and sections and validate computer-generated interpretations. In addition to the ones quoted in the course schedule (relating to the Robin Field) dedicated exercises are included throughout the course to ensure participants understand the concepts discussed.
Training Objectives
- ANALYZE and IMPROVE current workflow in development geology from gathering of geological data, interpretation, geological modeling , and quantificaiton of subsurface uncertainty
- LEARN how to prepare a well proposal.
- PLAN appraisal wells and assess their economic value.
- APPLY geological concepts, construct maps and sections, and validate computer-generated interpretations
- IMPROVE interpretation and mapping skills in data handling through practical application on actual field study data in teams
- CALCULATE subsurface volumes and assess their uncertainties, and review their impact on project economics
Audiences
This course is designed for Development Geologists and Petroleum Engineers who are involved with exploration and development projects of oil and gas reservoirs.
- Development Geophysicists
- Development Geologists
- Development Geoscientists
- Reservoir Engineers
- Development/Production Managers
- Petroleum Engineers
Instructor
Evert Uitentuis
- Premier consultant and experienced course instructor with over 35 years experience in the O&G industry, with most of his experience with Shell International
- Specialized in Development Geology (Field Development Planning, Drilling, & Production)
- Worked in Oman, the Netherlands, UK and Gabon as Petroleum Engineer, Production Geologist, Petrophysical Engineer, Unitization Lead
- Instructor within Shell Training Organization for various Development Geology Programs
- Proprietary Projects Include: Mandarin Turnstone Fields, UK North Sea, various Oil and gas field
- Offshore and Onshore Netherlands, Rabi Field, Lucina Marine Field Gabon, West Africa, various fields Oman, Egbema and Kolo Kreek and others in Nigeria
- Member of American Association of Petroleum Geologists
Evert Uitentuis (1951) graduated in Geology at Utrecht University in 1976. After a spell in the Dutch army he joined Shell International Petroleum Company in 1978. He worked in various functions (petroleum engineer, production geologist, petrophysical engineer, unitisations) in Oman, the Netherlands, UK and Gabon. He completed his career in Shell in 1999 as sub-surface coordinator for an HPHT project in London. Evert is currently active as technical consultant on short assignments for eg. Shell Nigeria and running courses related to all aspects of Development Geology.
Daily Aims
DAY ONE
- Introduction & Course Overview
- Exercise Part 1 Robin Field: Project Activities Planning
- Introduction Development Geological Disciplines:
DAY TWO
- Subsurface Models
- Seismic data, Acquisition, Processing and Interpretation
- Structural types, traps, fault seals, maps and sections
- Exercise: Robin Field 3, Correlation
- Clastic Sedimentary Environments
- Exercise: Robin Field 4, Structural Depth map, cross section
DAY THREE
- Measurements and Evaluation of Subsurface Data
- Basic well Technology
- Log and Core data,
- Reservoir Properties
- Exercise Robin Field 5, Net Sand Mapping
- Carbonate reservoirs (optional)
- Subsurface pressures
- Exercise: Robin Field 6, Contacts
DAY FOUR
- Subsurface Development Options
- Volumetric Assessment
- Exercise Robin Field 7, Volumetric Calculations
- Subsurface development planning (Reservoir Engineering)
- Exercise Robin Field 8, Static and Dynamic Models, Production Forecast
- Field Operations, Well Design, Geological Input
DAY FIVE
- Field Operations and Development
- Exercise Robin Field 9, Surface Development Options, Project Planning
- Basic project economics and financial performance indicators
- Exercise Robin Field 10, Economics
- End of Course Review
Training Schedule
| Code | Start Date | End Date | Locations | Cost | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PST0304-201501 | Bangkok, Thailand | USD 4,295 | Evert Uitentuis | ||
| PST0304-201401 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | SGD 5,995 | Evert Uitentuis |
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