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Advanced Diploma in Reservoir Engineering
Description
The Advanced Diploma in Reservoir Engineering is a practical and industry-focused training program designed to equip participants with a deep understanding of subsurface reservoir behavior, fluid flow mechanisms, and modern reservoir management techniques. The course covers reservoir characterization, material balance, fluid properties, reservoir simulation, enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods, and performance forecasting.
With increasing global demand for efficient field development and recovery optimization, this program empowers professionals with the tools and skills needed to make sound reservoir engineering decisions. Participants will explore real-life case studies, use industry-standard software, and gain insights from experienced instructors with global field expertise.
Reservoir engineering plays a critical role in maximizing oil and gas recovery and ensuring the economic viability of field operations. This course is structured to bridge the gap between theory and field application, providing a holistic approach to reservoir evaluation and development planning. Through an interactive learning experience, participants will understand the key drivers behind production performance and field optimization.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand reservoir rock and fluid properties and their impact on production.
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Apply material balance and volumetric calculations to estimate reserves.
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Perform reservoir simulation and forecast production under different scenarios.
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Design and evaluate enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods.
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Interpret well test data and analyze reservoir performance.
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Integrate geological, petrophysical, and production data for decision-making.
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Utilize modern tools and software for reservoir modeling and analysis.
The training will be delivered through a mix of interactive lectures, hands-on exercises, real-world case studies, group discussions, and software-based sessions. Participants will benefit from practical demonstrations, step-by-step workflows, and continuous feedback from expert instructors. A collaborative learning environment will be encouraged to foster peer-to-peer exchange and problem-solving.
Organizations will benefit through:
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Improved reservoir evaluation and management across projects.
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Increased recovery efficiency and reduced operational risks.
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Enhanced technical capabilities of their engineering teams.
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Better-informed investment and field development decisions.
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Standardization of reservoir engineering practices across assets.
Participants will gain:
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Advanced knowledge and skills in modern reservoir engineering practices.
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Confidence to lead technical discussions and make strategic recommendations.
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Hands-on experience with industry-relevant tools and software.
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Career growth opportunities within reservoir engineering and field development roles.
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A recognized qualification that enhances professional credibility.
This course is ideal for:
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Reservoir Engineers and Petroleum Engineers
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Geoscientists involved in reservoir studies
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Production Engineers looking to expand their subsurface knowledge
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Field Development Planners and Asset Managers
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Technical professionals involved in field evaluation, reservoir modeling, or EOR projects
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Fresh graduates or junior engineers aiming to specialize in reservoir engineering
Week 1: Reservoir Engineering Fundamentals
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Day 1: Overview of Reservoir Engineering, Rock Properties
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Day 2: Porosity, Permeability, Rock Compressibility
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Day 3: Capillary Pressure, Wettability
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Day 4: Reservoir Fluids – Classification and Properties
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Day 5: Phase Behavior of Reservoir Fluids
Week 2: Fluid Properties and PVT
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Day 6: PVT Analysis – Laboratory and EOS
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Day 7: Black Oil and Compositional Models
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Day 8: Fluid Sampling and Quality Control
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Day 9: Equation of State (EOS) Tuning
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Day 10: PVT Case Studies
Week 3: Material Balance and Volumetrics
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Day 11: Reserves Estimation – Volumetric Method
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Day 12: Material Balance Equation – General Form
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Day 13: MBE for Different Drive Mechanisms
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Day 14: Plotting Techniques and Diagnostics
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Day 15: MBE with Aquifer and Case Studies
Week 4: Reservoir Drive Mechanisms and Recovery
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Day 16: Primary Recovery – Drive Mechanisms
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Day 17: Secondary Recovery – Waterflooding Principles
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Day 18: Waterflood Design and Monitoring
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Day 19: Immiscible and Miscible Gas Injection
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Day 20: Screening and EOR Overview
Week 5: Well Testing and Pressure Transient Analysis
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Day 21: Introduction to Well Testing
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Day 22: Pressure Buildup and Drawdown Tests
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Day 23: Type Curves and Diagnostic Plots
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Day 24: Well Test Interpretation and Tools
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Day 25: Practical Cases and Exercises
Week 6: Decline Curve and Production Analysis
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Day 26: Decline Curve Analysis (DCA) Basics
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Day 27: DCA Types – Exponential, Harmonic, Hyperbolic
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Day 28: Rate Transient Analysis (RTA)
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Day 29: DCA and RTA Case Studies
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Day 30: Integration of DCA/RTA with Reserves
Week 7: Reservoir Simulation
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Day 31: Introduction to Reservoir Simulation
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Day 32: Gridding and Initialization
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Day 33: History Matching Techniques
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Day 34: Prediction and Sensitivity Analysis
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Day 35: Simulation Case Studies
Week 8: Advanced Topics & Final Project
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Day 36: Integrated Reservoir Management
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Day 37: Uncertainty and Risk in Reservoir Engineering
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Day 38: Advanced EOR – Polymer, ASP, N2, CO2
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Day 39: Final Project Preparation and Presentation
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Day 40: Final Evaluation, Feedback, and Certification
On successful completion of this training course, PEA Certificate will be awarded to the delegates