Fractured & Unconventional Reservoir Modeling

Oil, Gas & Petroleum · 5 Days · Public · Al-Khobraa certified · From USD 2,500

Overview

Participants of this Fractured & Unconventional Reservoir Modeling training course will be able to determine the major data requirements and modeling issues associated with various types of fractured and unconventional reservoirs as well as how to set up rational exploration and development programs for these reservoirs.

Learning Objectives

• Understand all geological and seismic aspects related to modeling fractured reservoirs
• Generate actual reservoir models from a real case study data set
• Integrate geology, geophysics, and reservoir engineering concepts in application to a sound reservoir model
• Overcome the challenges in modeling fractured and unconventional reservoirs through the use of post-stack narrow azimuth seismic
• Identify fractures and model their density and orientation
• Recognize productive zones, plan wells, and create fracture porosity and permeability models for reservoir simulation

Who Should Attend

This Fractured & Unconventional Reservoir Modeling Fractured & Unconventional Reservoir Modeling training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit the roles listed below.

• Professionals
• Professionals in Reservoir & Production
• Engineers and specialists in oil & gas operations

Course Outline

Day 1 — Fractures and their effects

• Introduction: Fracture Types
• Fractures in Cores
• Fractures in Outcrops
• Geomechanics and fractures

Day 2 — Modeling Fractured Reservoirs

• Introduction
• Factors Affecting Fracturing
• Methodologies to Characterize Fractured Reservoirs
• The Use of Seismic to Improve Fracture Modeling

Day 3 — Seismic Attributes for Fracture Modeling

• Post-stack seismic attributes
• Pre-stack seismic attributes
• Azimuthal anisotropy

Day 4 — Integrated Workflow for Modeling Fractured Reservoirs

• Integrated Workflow Applied to Fractured Reservoirs
• Hands-on Application: 2 Different Data sets from the Teapot Dome (WY)

Day 5 — Development and Production Preparation

• Predicting and Imaging Production sweet spots
• Determining Optimum Well Paths
• Preparation for Simulation
• Predicting Production and Development Problems by Reservoir Types

Accreditation

Al-Khobraa certified. On completion delegates receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of achievement.

Dates & Venues

Dates	Venue	Delivery	Duration	Fee (USD)
November 9–13, 2026	Online / Virtual	Virtual	5 days	2,500
November 22–26, 2026	Dubai, UAE	Public	5 days	3,900
December 28 – January 1, 2027	Addis Ababa, Ethiopia	Public	5 days	4,500

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