Course Schedule
Online Sessions:
Date Time Duration Location
25-Nov 2024 9:00 PM Indian Time
5 Days
Zoom Online

The Classes Will be from Monday to Friday Via Zoom Online. Daily Duration - 4 Hours Including QA & 2 Short breaks.

Description

The "Seismic Interpretation with OpendTect" course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of seismic data interpretation using OpendTect software. This program focuses on essential techniques and workflows that are fundamental for accurate subsurface analysis and exploration. Participants will gain practical skills to analyze seismic data, interpret geological structures, and enhance their decision-making capabilities in exploration and production. Whether you are a beginner or a professional looking to refine your skills, this course will guide you through the tools and features of OpendTect to maximize its capabilities.

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Course Description

Introduction


  • Understand the fundamentals of seismic data and its significance in exploration.
  • Learn to navigate and utilize the OpendTect software interface efficiently.
  • Master key seismic interpretation techniques and workflows.
  • Identify geological structures and stratigraphic features using OpendTect.
  • Apply seismic attributes and volume rendering for detailed subsurface analysis.
  • Enhance decision-making in exploration and production through data interpretation.
  • Objectives


    Seismic interpretation plays a critical role in the oil and gas industry, enabling professionals to visualize and understand subsurface geological formations. OpendTect is a leading open-source software that provides geoscientists with the tools needed for advanced seismic analysis. This course is tailored to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively utilize OpendTect for seismic interpretation, helping to drive accurate decision-making and reduce exploration risks.

    Training Methodology


    This course will be delivered through a combination of interactive lectures, hands-on exercises, and real-world case studies. Participants will have the opportunity to work directly with OpendTect software in a practical learning environment, ensuring that they gain the skills needed for immediate application in their professional roles. The training will be guided by industry experts with extensive experience in seismic interpretation.

    Organisational Impact


  • Improved accuracy in subsurface evaluations, leading to better exploration and production decisions.
  • Enhanced technical skills of your team in using cutting-edge seismic interpretation tools.
  • Reduced exploration risks through more precise geological and structural interpretations.
  • Greater return on investment in exploration projects with data-driven decision-making.
  • Personal Impact


  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of seismic interpretation techniques.
  • Gain hands-on experience with the OpendTect software platform.
  • Increase your value as a geoscientist or engineer with specialized skills.
  • Build confidence in your ability to make informed decisions in exploration and production.
  • Who Should Attend?


  • Seismic Data Analysts
  • Exploration and Production Engineers
  • Anyone interested in learning about seismic data analysis using OpendTect
  • Professionals in the oil and gas industry looking to enhance their seismic interpretation skills
  • Course Outline

    Day 1


    1.      Introduction


    2.      History of seismic studies


    3.      The seismic method

         3.1   Rock properties

         3.2   Wave propagation, reflection, and refraction of seismic waves, reflectivity, impedance

         3.3   Data acquisition – Land and Marine

     

    4.      Other geophysical methods

    4.1   Gravimetry

    4.2   Magnetics

    4.3   Electro magnetics

     

    5.      Seismic data processing overview

    5.1   Conventional pre-stack processing and CMP gathers

    5.2   Post-stack processing

    5.3   Seismic migration, velocity models. 

     

    6.      Calibration methods (well-tie)

    6.1   Velocity surveys

    6.2   Sonic logs

    6.3   Synthetic seismograms

    6.4   Vertical Seismic Profiles


    Day 2


         1.      2D and 3D Seismic Data

        1.1 Parameters, visualization, polarity

        1.2 Seismic Data Libraries, public, private and licenses

        1.3 Software


         2.      2D and 3D interpretation techniques

        2.1 hard and soft events

        2.2 Vertical exaggeration

        2.3 Horizontal and Vertical slicing in 3D data

        2.4 Seismic horizons – stratal interface, fluid contacts and non-geological horizons


        3.       Quantitative interpretation geophysics

        3.1 Acoustic impedance and inversion

        3.2 AVO and pseudo-gradient

        3.3 RMS amplitude

        3.4 Spectral decomposition

        3.5 Other methods

     

    Day 3


        1.      Fault interpretation

       1.1 Introduction to fault interpretation


        2.     Structural styles

       2.1 Rift basins

       2.2 Compressional domains

       2.3 Salt tectonics

       2.4 Strike-slip faults


        3.     Mapping faults in 2D data

      3.1 Faults in each seismic line

      3.2 Connecting faults from different seismic lines

      3.3 Building fault planes


        4.    Mapping faults in 3D data

      4.1 Mapping faults in vertical and horizontal slices

      4.2 Building fault planes


        5.      Structural models

      5.1 Building a structural model

      5.2 Visualization

      5.3 Geometry, kinetics, geodynamics

      5.4 Palinspastic Reconstructions

     


    Day 4


       1.      Stratigraphic interpretation

      1.1 Horizon interpretation techniques

      1.2 Horizon attributes

      1.3 Continuity and lateral variations

      1.4 Unconformities and stratal terminations


       2.      Seismic facies

      2.1 Carbonate systems seismic facies

      2.2 Siliciclastic systems seismic facies

      2.3 Gross depositional environments


       3.      Advanced stratigraphic interpretation

      3.1 Wheeler diagrams

      3.2  Seismic sequence stratigraphy

     

    Day 5


      1.    The petroleum system elements and processes

    1.1 Reservoir

    1.2 Seal

    1.3 Source rock

    1.4 Trap

    1.5 Timing and migration


       2.    Mapping hydrocarbon accumulations

    2.1 Structural traps

    2.2 Stratigraphic traps

    2.3 Mixed traps


       3.    Volumetrics

    3.1 Leads, prospects, reserves, resources

    3.2 Volumetric calculation methods

    3.3 P10, P50, P90 and mean


       4.     Risking

    4.1 Risking methods and software

    4.2 Evaluation of CoS, PoS

    4.3 Incorporation of Geological risk into economic evaluations

    Certificates


    On successful completion of this training course, PEA Certificate will be awarded to the delegates

    About The Trainer
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  • Gil Machado holds a PhD in Stratigraphy and Petroleum Geology and has 13+ years of experience in exploration projects across regions like Oman, Mozambique, Brazil, and other Atlantic basins.

  • He is skilled in seismic Interpretation, including sediment fairways identification, deep-water sedimentation, sequence stratigraphy, and prospect generation.

  • He has extensive experience in well correlation, biostratigraphy, regional prospectivity studies, and has managed teams and projects in diverse cultural settings.

  • Gil has mentored students, taught courses, worked at Petroleum Development Oman, and is affiliated with EAGE, AAPG, and the Devonian subcommission of the International Commission on Stratigraphy.