Unconventional oil and gas

Introduction:

Unconventional oil and gas resources – such as shale oil, tight gas, and oil sands – represent a strategic shift in the global energy landscape. These resources require advanced technologies and a deep understanding of complex geological characteristics and non-traditional extraction methods. This course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and practical expertise necessary to address the challenges and seize the opportunities presented by these resources, from exploration to production, using the latest industry technologies.

Objectives:  

Participants in this course will learn to:

Ø  Enhance participants’ understanding of unconventional oil and gas concepts and how they differ from conventional resources.

Ø  Understand the geological properties and reservoir characteristics of unconventional formations.

Ø  Learn about advanced drilling, hydraulic fracturing, and production technologies used in complex environments.

Ø  Analyze the economic feasibility and environmental/regulatory challenges related to unconventional resource development.

Target Audience:

This course is ideal for:

Ø  Petroleum engineers and geophysicists

Ø  Reservoir analysts and production engineers

Ø  Field development planners and drilling engineers

Ø  Technicians and supervisors involved in unconventional oil and gas projects

Course Outline:

Day 1: Introduction to Unconventional Oil and Gas

1.     Definition and types of unconventional oil and gas resources

2.     Key differences between conventional and unconventional reservoirs

3.     Global developments in unconventional resource exploitation

4.     Geological and economic challenges of developing these resources

Day 2: Geology and Geophysical Assessment

1.     Source rock and reservoir characteristics in unconventional formations

2.     Geological analysis techniques for identifying prospects

3.     Use of seismic data and advanced imaging technologies

4.     Reservoir modeling and recoverable volume estimation

Day 3: Drilling and Completion Technologies

1.     Horizontal and multi-directional drilling in tight formations

2.     Well design and equipment requirements for unconventional wells

3.     Hydraulic fracturing and its impact on productivity

4.     Completion strategies and production control techniques

Day 4: Production and Reservoir Management

1.     Flow dynamics in unconventional reservoirs

2.     Production enhancement and recovery optimization strategies

3.     Performance monitoring and field data analysis

4.     Well maintenance and operational troubleshooting

Day 5: Economic and Environmental Aspects

1.     Economic feasibility assessment of unconventional projects

2.     Cost-benefit analysis across the field lifecycle

3.     Environmental impacts and regulatory challenges

4.     Latest trends and future outlook in the unconventional sector