Course Objectives:

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

1. Understand the Characteristics of Unconventional Shale Reservoirs
• Identify the key petrophysical and geological characteristics that define unconventional shale reservoirs.
2. Interpret Seismic Data for Shale Reservoirs
• Learn how to interpret seismic data and apply rock physics models to characterize unconventional shale reservoirs.
3. Understand Geomechanics in Shale Reservoirs
• Gain insights into geomechanical principles, including stress, strain, fracture mechanics, and how they affect shale reservoir behavior.
4. Apply Seismic and Geomechanics Data in Exploration and Production
• Integrate seismic petrophysical and geomechanical data to improve exploration, development, and production strategies in shale reservoirs.
5. Optimize Reservoir Management
• Use seismic and geomechanical data to optimize reservoir management and enhance production forecasts.

Who Should Attend:

This course is ideal for:

1. Petrophysicists: Professionals working with petrophysical data, particularly in unconventional shale reservoirs.
2. Geophysicists: Geophysicists interested in seismic interpretation, inversion, and data integration for shale reservoirs.
3. Reservoir Engineers: Engineers focused on reservoir characterization, modeling, and optimization in unconventional shale reservoirs.
4. Geomechanics Engineers: Engineers specializing in rock mechanics, geomechanics, and fracture modeling for unconventional reservoirs.
5. Production Engineers: Engineers involved in the production and optimization of shale oil and gas fields.
6. Exploration Geologists: Geologists working in exploration teams who need to understand seismic and geomechanical aspects of shale reservoirs.
7. Drilling Engineers: Engineers who focus on wellbore stability and hydraulic fracturing in unconventional shales.