Reservoir Characterization and Simulation: Naturally Fractured Reservoir
| Start Date | End Date | Venue | Fees (US $) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reservoir Characterization and Simulation: Naturally Fractured Reservoir | 24 May 2026 | 28 May 2026 | Barcelona, Spain | $ 4,950 | Register |
| Reservoir Characterization and Simulation: Naturally Fractured Reservoir | 20 Sept 2026 | 24 Sept 2026 | Dubai, UAE | $ 3,900 | Register |
| Reservoir Characterization and Simulation: Naturally Fractured Reservoir | 29 Nov 2026 | 03 Dec 2026 | Al-Khobar, KSA | $ 4,500 | Register |
Reservoir Characterization and Simulation: Naturally Fractured Reservoir
| Start Date | End Date | Venue | Fees (US $) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reservoir Characterization and Simulation: Naturally Fractured Reservoir | 24 May 2026 | 28 May 2026 | Barcelona, Spain | $ 4,950 |
| Reservoir Characterization and Simulation: Naturally Fractured Reservoir | 20 Sept 2026 | 24 Sept 2026 | Dubai, UAE | $ 3,900 |
| Reservoir Characterization and Simulation: Naturally Fractured Reservoir | 29 Nov 2026 | 03 Dec 2026 | Al-Khobar, KSA | $ 4,500 |
Introduction
The course aims to provide better knowledge of the different aspects applied in Reservoir Engineering to improve the ultimate hydrocarbon recovery. The course addresses main Reservoir Engineering topics starting from the primary recovery and up to enhanced oil recovery. Both Conventional Reservoir Engineering and Modeling approaches are included. The course will extend to include special topics such as coning control with smart horizontal wells and enhanced oil recovery modeling.
Objectives
- Understand the main aspects applied in Reservoir Engineering
- Raise their knowledge of reservoir fluid characterization and fluid-rock properties
- Be aware of how to calculate the original hydrocarbon in place
- Gain sufficient knowledge of Conventional Reservoir Engineering
- Understand Reservoir Surveillance and Well Test Analysis
- Gain better knowledge on water/gas coning effect and control
- Understand production optimization and Nodal Analysis Approach
- Get better knowledge Gas/Condensate Reservoir performance
- Gain sufficient knowledge on reservoir simulation modeling applications
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
Training Methodology
This training course will utilize a variety of learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension, and retention of the information presented. The daily workshops will be highly interactive and participative. This involves regular discussion of applications as well as review questions on each topic. Extensive use is made of case study material to underline the key aspects of the course and to give the delegates exposure to current best practice.
Who Should Attend?
This course is intended for Junior and Experience Reservoir and Petroleum Engineers in addition to other Geoscientists who seek to have more knowledge on Reservoir Engineering aspects.
Course Outline
Day1:
- Introduction
- Getting to Understand Your Reservoir
- Reservoir Drive Mechanisms
- Original Hydrocarbon in Place
- Reservoir Life Cycle
- Reservoir Rock Properties
- Reservoir Fluid Properties
- Reservoir Performance
- Oil Recovery Methods
Day2: Hydrocarbon Originally in Place Determination
- Volumetric Methods
- Material Balance Approach
- Decline Curve Analysis
- Examples
Conventional RE for new infill Opportunities
Day3: Reservoir Surveillance
Well Testing Analysis
- Well Test Objectives
- Types of Well Tests
- Derivative Analysis
Day4: Water and Gas Coning
- Coning Concept
- Critical Rate Calculation
- Coning Control
- Smart Horizontal Wells
Production Optimization (Nodal Analysis Approach)
- Production System Pressure Losses
- Inflow/Outflow Curves
- Nodal Analysis Applications
Day5:
- Gas Reservoir Performance
- Gas-Condensate Reservoirs
- Introduction to Reservoir Simulation
- Course Conclusion
- POST-TEST and EVALUATION

