Masterclass in Petroleum Engineering

Why Select this Training Course?

This Masterclass in Petroleum Engineering offers a rare opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of an industry that is among the most challenging and yet most rewarding in the world. The course will not only teach the status-quo processes and practices; it will provide you with innovating at the edge of the technology in petroleum engineering.

Why are interdisciplinary approaches vital today?

Today’s petroleum engineering projects are no longer comprised of one speciality but consist of a mixture of geology, chemistry, economics, and environmental aspects. This course will examine how coupling these different disciplines is essential in finding realistic solutions to complex projects, as well as in revolutionizing costs.

How does this course combine tech with petroleum engineering?

The program references many of the recent industry technologies such as hydraulic fracturing, enhanced oil recovery and deepwater drilling among others to help the participant use these advanced technologies to minimize the costs of field operations thereby creating an innovative edge in the industry.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

• Experienced petroleum engineers who are looking to build upon their careers:
• Reservoir engineers
• Geoscientists interested in the latest technologies
• Drilling engineers wishing to diversify and enhance their skills in well operations
• Project managers overseeing petroleum engineering projects.
• Technical specialists involved in well completion and stimulation.

What are the Course Objectives?

Participants will:

• Obtain an advanced understanding of petroleum reservoir systems.
• Gain insights into the latest drilling and production technologies.
• Learn modern methods of oil and gas project management.
• Develop strategies to address environmental and safety challenges in operations.
• Enhance capabilities to analyse and solve complex engineering problems.

How will this course be presented?

The course will utilise a range of presentation methods:

• Interactive lectures to introduce each topic.
• Case studies and discussions to reinforce learning.
• Computer labs for simulation and modelling exercises.
• Practical sessions on real-world problem-solving.
• Group work to foster collaboration and idea exchange.

What are the Topics Covered in this Course?

Module 1: Advanced Reservoir Management

• Optimisation strategies for reservoir performance.
• Surveillance techniques for real-time data acquisition.
• Enhanced oil recovery methods.
• Effective water flooding and EOR techniques.
• Smart fields and digital reservoir management.

Module 2: Well Architecture and Completion Techniques

• Design complexities of high-pressure, high-temperature wells.
• Side tracking and extended reach drilling (ERD).
• Intelligent completion systems and downhole tools.
• Multi-stage hydraulic fracturing in unconventional reservoirs.
• Sand control methodologies.
• Well integrity and lifecycle analysis.

Module 3: Drilling Technology and Operations

• Innovative directional drilling and measurement while drilling (MWD).
• Latest advancements in drill bit technology and drilling fluids.
• Deepwater drilling operations and associated technological challenges.
• Real-time monitoring and control of drilling operations.
• Well-control procedures and blowout prevention.
• Rig equipment advancements and automation.
• Drilling optimisation through predictive maintenance techniques.
• Risk assessment and management for drilling operations.
• High-performance high-temperature (HPHT) well management.
• Non-invasive drilling techniques for sensitive environments.
• Managing environmental impact and regulatory compliance.

Module 4: Reservoir Simulation and Modelling

• Numerical reservoir simulation techniques.
• Enhanced geological and dynamic modelling.
• Integrated asset modelling for field development planning.
• Uncertainty quantification and risk assessment in modelling.
• Application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in simulations.

Module 5: Production Engineering and Operation Optimisation

• Advanced production logging and well testing.
• Nodal analysis for production optimisation.
• Artificial lift techniques and optimisation.
• Real-time production monitoring and control systems.
• Cutting-edge surface facilities and processing.

Module 6: Petroleum Economics and Project Management

• Principles of project valuation and investment decision-making.
• Risk analysis and management in petroleum projects.
• Strategic planning for portfolio management in oil and gas companies.
• Cost control, budgeting, and financial modelling.
• Contract negotiation and management.
• Managing joint ventures and partnerships in petroleum projects.
• Regulatory environments and compliance in different jurisdictions.
• Supply chain management and logistics in oil and gas.
• Best practices in HSEQ management.
• Stakeholder engagement and corporate social responsibility.
• Transitioning to sustainable energy practices.

Module 7: Offshore Engineering and Deepwater Technology

• Challenges and solutions in deepwater exploration and production.
• Subsea engineering and intervention techniques.
• Floating production, storage, and offloading systems (FPSOs).
• Mooring and dynamic positioning systems.
• Pipeline design, installation, and integrity management.

Module 8: Unconventional Resources and Recovery Techniques

• Technical aspects of shale oil and gas exploitation.
• Coal bed methane and tight gas sand reservoirs.
• Geological considerations for unconventional plays.
• Hydraulic fracturing design and execution.
• Water management and environmental considerations.

Module 9: Petroleum Data Management and Analytics

• Implementing big data analytics for predictive maintenance and drilling.
• Use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for exploration and production.
• AI and machine learning applications in fault detection and reservoir characterisation.
• Visualisation techniques for data interpretation and analysis.
• Integration of various data sources for comprehensive database management.

Module 10: Renewable Energy Integration and Future Trends

• Evaluating the role of petroleum engineering in a renewable energy future.
• Integration of biofuels and their impact on petroleum operations.
• Assessing the transition strategies from fossil fuels to renewable energy.

Module 11: Carbon Management and Environmental Stewardship

• Carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies.
• Lifecycle analysis and carbon footprint reduction strategies.
• Environmental impact assessments and mitigation planning.
• Policies and regulations shaping carbon management practices.
• Integrating renewable energy sources with existing petroleum operations.

Module 12: Advanced Material and Corrosion Science

• Nanotechnology in petroleum applications for enhanced materials.
• Understanding and combating corrosion in offshore and onshore environments.
• Smart coatings and their role in asset integrity management.
• Development of new materials for extreme oilfield conditions.
• Predictive maintenance strategies for corrosion prevention.

Module 13: Leadership and Innovation in Petroleum Engineering

• How to foster an innovative culture within your petroleum engineering team.
• Managing strategies in very complex and multidisciplinary projects.
• Leadership in providing solutions in crises and how to plan for worst-case scenarios in the oilfield.
• How to plan and execute change in technology and practice improvement.
• How much you collaborate with stakeholders for growth on the basis of sustainability and inclusiveness.