

Date | Time | Duration | Location |
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09-Dec 2024 | 9:30 PM Indian Time |
3 Hours Per Day
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Zoom Online
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Advanced PVT EOS & Flow Assurance Modeling
This course delves into advanced PVT (Pressure-Volume-Temperature) and EOS (Equation of State) modeling techniques essential for flow assurance in oil and gas production. Participants will learn to accurately simulate fluid behavior and predict flow challenges, enhancing production optimization and operational safety.
Description
· Obtain
awareness of technologies for characterization of reservoir fluids in-situ and
methods for capture of a representative sample
· Obtain
an extensive and practical knowledge to review the principles of fluid phase
behavior
· Obtain
awareness of the different fluid sampling techniques
· Learn
the importance of proper sample handling and the procedures that define fluid
properties (vapor-liquid equilibrium phase envelopes, gravimetric fluid
properties, and hydrocarbon solids)
· Obtain
awareness of the different laboratory analysis techniques
· Understand
how to interpret a PVT report
· Know
how to prepare the PVT input for simulator
· Get
a hands-on demonstrations include developing mathematical models using
equations of state (EOS) for fluid PVT analysis for applications in reservoir
simulations, production modeling, and surface processing
· Model
different flow assurance problems: hydrate formation, wax simulation &
tuning, and Asphaltene deposition
· Water
chemistry and analysis
· Water-water
compatibility testing
· Scale
prediction and flow assurance mitigation
Demo Class
Introduction
Flow assurance challenges are a critical concern in oil and gas production, with the potential to severely impact operations if not managed effectively. This course focuses on advanced techniques for PVT and EOS modeling, providing the skills needed to ensure optimal fluid handling throughout the production process. Participants will explore cutting-edge software tools and case studies to better understand how to predict and resolve flow assurance problems.
Objectives
- Gain a thorough understanding of advanced PVT and EOS concepts in oil and gas.
- Learn to model fluid behavior and phase changes under varying temperature and pressure conditions.
- Develop skills in identifying and mitigating flow assurance challenges such as hydrates, wax, and asphaltenes.
- Apply best practices in multiphase flow modeling and flow assurance strategies.
- Enhance production performance by optimizing fluid flow and minimizing operational risks.
Training Methodology
The course combines theoretical instruction with practical applications through real-world case studies, hands-on modeling exercises, and interactive discussions. Participants will use state-of-the-art software to perform PVT analysis and EOS modeling, ensuring they leave with both knowledge and practical skills.
Organisational Impact
Personal Impact
Who Should Attend?
- Petroleum Engineers
- Reservoir Engineers
- Production Engineers
- Processing Engineers
Day 1 –Reservoir Fluids & Downhole Sampling
- Overview of Reservoir Engineering
- Oilfield development Process
- Applications of Reservoir Fluid Data
- Overview of Formation Testers
- Reservoir Fluid Sampling
- Downhole Fluid Analyzers (LFA,
OFA, CFA, etc.)
- Wireline Fluid Sampling (MDT and
RDT tools)
- Fluid Sample Quality Control
- Types and Interpretation of
Pre-tests
Day 2 – Phase Behavior & Fluid Properties
- Analysis of Reservoir Fluids
- Classifications of the Reservoir
Fluids
- Hydrocarbon Phase Behavior
- Reservoir Fluid Properties
- Black Oil Properties &
Correlations
- Dry Gas Properties
- Formation Water Properties
- PVT Modeling
Day 3 – Laboratory Experiments for Oil & Data QA/QC
- Constant Composition Expansion
- Differential Vaporization Test
- Separator Tests
- Constant-Volume Depletion (CVD)
Test
- Viscosity Measurements
- Swelling Testing
- Minimum Miscibility Pressure
- Slim-tube Test
- PVT Data Validation & Reports
QA/QC
- Quality Assessment &
Consistency Evaluation of Hydrocarbon PVT Data
Day 4 – Laboratory Experiments for Gas Condensate & Data
QA/QC
- Gas Condensate Procedures
- Constant Composition Expansion
- Separator Tests
- Constant-Volume Depletion (CVD)
Test
- Quality Checking Laboratory
Reports
- PVT Data Validation & Reports
QA/QC
- Quality Assessment &
Consistency Evaluation of Hydrocarbon PVT Data
Day 5 –
Equations of State Modelling
- Development of the Equation of
State
- Types of Equations of State
- Vapor-Liquid Equilibrium
- Applications of the Equation of
State
- Simulation Considerations for PVT
Modeling
- Black Oil vs. Compositional
Simulation
- PVT Measurement & Simulation
by EOS
- Flash Test
Day 6 – Equations of State Characterization
- Characterizing Hydrocarbon-Plus Fractions
- Mixing Rules for Pseudo-Critical
Properties
- Splitting and Lumping
- Flash Calculations
- EOS Tuning and Data Requirement
- Regression of PVT Data
- Simulation Considerations for PVT
Modeling
- Simulation of Gas Injection
- Miscibility and Miscible Floods
Day 7 – Software Applications
- Fluid Handling and Definition
- Equations of State Parameters
- PVT Data Regression
- Correction Factors
- Interaction Parameters
- Cleaning of Mud Contamination
- QAQC of Fluids
Day 8 – Software Applications
- PVT modeling for a Black Oil
Sample
- PVT modeling for a Gas Condensate
Sample
- Simulation of Gas Injection
- Miscibility and Miscible Floods
- Software Applications
- Flow Assurance Problems
- Hydrate Formation: Prediction and
Identifying Minimum Inhibitor
- Wax Simulation: Wax Appearance
Temperature & Tuning
- Asphaltene Deposition &
Conditions
- Hydrate Conditions and Prediction
- Water Chemistry and Analysis
- Water-water Compatibility Testing
- Scale Prediction
On successful completion of this training course, PEA Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
Hesham Mokhtar is a Reservoir Engineering Team Leader at General Petroleum Company (GPC) in Egypt. He has extensive experience in reservoir management, characterization, and production optimization. He is skilled in using various software for reservoir simulation and analysis. He has also delivered training courses on waterflooding, PVT analysis, reservoir simulation, and more.
- 14+ years of Petroleum Engineering expertise delivering technical solutions to E&P portfolios.
- Expert in reservoir evaluations, log interpretations, and hydrocarbon estimations using tools like Techlog, Volumetric, DCA, MBE, OFM, and KAPPA
- Analyzes production data, material balance, RFT/MDT data, and pressure transients for reservoir performance and optimization.