Course Objectives:

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Introduction to Advanced Petroleum Geophysics

• Understand the scope and importance of geophysics in petroleum exploration and reservoir characterization.
• Review the fundamental principles of geophysics and how they relate to petroleum exploration, drilling and production.
• Learn about the advanced techniques and methodologies used in petroleum geophysics for deeper insights into subsurface reservoirs.

2. Advanced Seismic Methods and Applications

• Understand the principles of seismic reflection and refraction methods and how these are applied in petroleum exploration.
• Learn about advanced seismic techniques, including 4D seismic monitoring (time-lapse or monitoring over time), seismic inversion, and reverse time migration.
• Study how seismic attributes such as amplitude, phase, frequency, and velocity can be interpreted to understand subsurface structures and fluid reservoirs.
• Explore seismic data processing, including noise attenuation, time-to-depth conversion, and velocity model building.

3. Seismic Inversion and Imaging Techniques

• Learn about seismic inversion techniques such as acoustic impedance inversion and velocity inversion to estimate subsurface rock properties.
• Study model-based inversion and data-driven inversion methods and their advantages in providing more accurate reservoir models.
• Understand how full-waveform inversion (FWI) and reverse-time migration (RTM) improve resolution and imaging accuracy in complex reservoirs.
• Examine the integration of seismic inversion results with geological models for enhanced subsurface interpretation.

4. Advanced Well-Log Interpretation and Integration

• Study the principles of well logging and the different types of logs used in petroleum exploration, including gamma-ray logs, resistivity logs, and sonic logs.
• Learn advanced methods in log interpretation, such as neutron-density crossplots, cross-borehole resistivity imaging, and petrophysical modeling.
• Understand how to integrate well-log data with seismic data to create more accurate and reliable reservoir models.
• Explore how well-log inversion can be used for deriving lithology, porosity, and saturation from log data.

5. Gravimetry and Magnetometry in Petroleum Exploration

• Learn about the use of gravity surveys and magnetic surveys in detecting subsurface anomalies and delineating geological features.
• Understand how gravimetric and magnetic anomalies are used to infer subsurface structures such as faults, folds, and potential hydrocarbon accumulations.
• Explore advanced methods in gravimetric inversion and magnetic susceptibility modeling for reservoir exploration.
• Study the integration of gravity and magnetic data with other geophysical data, such as seismic and well log data, to build a comprehensive geological model.

6. Electromagnetic Methods in Petroleum Geophysics

• Study the role of electromagnetic (EM) methods in detecting hydrocarbons and delineating fluid reservoirs.
• Learn about controlled-source electromagnetic (CSEM) and magnetotelluric (MT) methods used in offshore and deep-water exploration.
• Understand how EM methods are used for mapping seafloor resistivity, detecting hydrocarbon-bearing formations, and monitoring reservoirs over time.
• Explore the application of electromagnetic inversion techniques in reservoir characterization.

7. Geophysical Risk Analysis and Uncertainty Quantification

• Learn how to assess uncertainty in geophysical data interpretation and its effect on reservoir modeling and decision-making.
• Study the principles of risk analysis and probabilistic methods in geophysics to quantify uncertainty in subsurface properties and geophysical measurements.
• Explore how Monte Carlo simulations and sensitivity analysis are used to assess the impact of geophysical data uncertainties on reservoir predictions.
• Understand how to incorporate geophysical uncertainty into geological modeling and reservoir simulation for more robust decision-making.

8. Advanced Geological and Geophysical Integration

• Explore the integration of geophysical data with geological models, and understand how cross-disciplinary collaboration improves subsurface interpretation.
• Study the methods for geophysical inversion and geological modeling integration, where geophysical data is used to constrain and refine geological models.
• Learn how to combine seismic, well-log, and geological data to optimize subsurface predictions and improve the accuracy of exploration and development strategies.
• Understand the significance of joint inversion (seismic and well-log data) for enhanced imaging and characterization of complex reservoirs.

9. Advanced Techniques for Subsurface Monitoring and Characterization

• Learn about advanced monitoring techniques such as time-lapse (4D) seismic imaging, microseismic monitoring, and cable-based monitoring systems for tracking reservoir changes over time.
• Study downhole monitoring tools, including permanent monitoring systems and distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) for real-time monitoring of well performance.
• Explore the use of surface-based geophysical surveys (such as gradiometry and land-based seismic surveys) for reservoir management, production optimization, and enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques.

10. Application of Advanced Geophysical Methods in Hydrocarbon Exploration

• Examine the application of advanced geophysical methods in the exploration of conventional and unconventional resources, including tight gas, shale oil, and deepwater fields.
• Understand how to optimize field development plans using advanced geophysical methods for better placement of wells and effective reservoir management.
• Study case studies of successful geophysical exploration campaigns that led to discoveries and improved reservoir performance.

Target Audience

This course is designed for professionals in the petroleum and energy industry, especially those involved in subsurface exploration, reservoir characterization, and geophysical data interpretation. The target audience includes:

• Geophysicists
• Reservoir Engineers
• Exploration Engineers
• Production Engineers
• Geological Engineers and Geologists
• Data Scientists and Analysts
• Reservoir Simulation Engineers
• Field Operations Managers