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Streamline Simulation: Theory and Practice on 12-Aug-10 8:00 AM

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Streamline Simulation: Theory and Practice
Start Date: 12-Aug-10 8:00 AM
End Time: 12-Aug-10 5:30 PM
Location: Houston Training Center, H, Texas 77042
Speaker: Akhil Datta-Gupta

Event Details:

Course Description

This course covers introductory and advanced concepts in streamline simulation and its applications. The
theory of streamlines/streamtubes in multi-dimensions is reviewed. Applications include swept volume
calculations, rate allocation/pattern balancing, field-scale simulation of tracer response, waterflooding,
solvent flooding, ranking geostatistical realizations, history matching and data integration. Strengths and
limitations of streamline modeling compared with finite difference simulation are discussed. PC-Windows
based computer programs are used to illustrate the concepts.

Learning Objectives

Understanding of the fundamentals of: Streamfunctions, Streamtubes and Streamlines
Line Source and Sink Methods
Tracing Streamlines in 2-D: Steady and Unsteady States
The Streamtube Approach
Hybrid Modeling and Field Applications
Tracing Streamlines in 3-D: The Time-of-Flight Approach
Saturation Computations

Who Should Attend

This course is intended for engineers, geologists and geophysicists interested in rapid fluid flow
simulation techniques, screening of geologic models, reservoir characterization, data integration and/or
history matching. Some background in reservoir engineering/numerical simulation will be helpful but not
required.

CEUs

0.8 CEUs (Continuing Education Units) awarded for this 1-day course.

Cancellation Policy

A fee equal to 25% of the course fee will be charged for cancellations less than 15 working days before the course begins. No refunds will be made for cancellations after the course begins.

Additional $200 charge for non-SPE members

10777 Westhiemer Road Suite 1075

H, Texas 77042

PF&C: Expanding Facilities Knowledge: Session 5. Valves on 12-Aug-10 4:00 PM

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 21:00:00 GMT

PF&C: Expanding Facilities Knowledge: Session 5. Valves
Start Date: 12-Aug-10 4:00 PM
End Time: 12-Aug-10 6:00 PM
Location: Cameron - San Saba Room, Houston, TX 77042

Cameron - San Saba Room

3250 Briarpark

Houston, TX 77042

History Matching and Conditioning Reservoir Models to Dynamic Data on 13-Aug-10 8:00 AM

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 13:00:00 GMT

History Matching and Conditioning Reservoir Models to Dynamic Data
Start Date: 13-Aug-10 8:00 AM
End Time: 13-Aug-10 5:30 PM
Location: Houston Training Center, Houston, Texas 77042
Speaker: Akhil Datta-Gupta

Event Details:

Akhil Datta-Gupta is the Rob L. Adams Endowed Professor in Petroleum Engineering at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. He holds a PhD degree from the University of Texas at Austin and worked for BP Exploration/Research and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. He is the recipient of the 2003 SPE Lester C. Uren award for significant technical contributions in petroleum reservoir characterization and streamline-based flow simulation. He is an SPE Distinguished Member (2001), Distinguished Lecturer (1999-2000), Distinguished Author (2000), and was selected as an outstanding Technical Editor (1996). He also received the SPE Cedrick K. Ferguson Certificate (2000) and the AIME Rossitter W.Raymond Award (1992).

10777 Westhiemer Road Suite 1075

Houston, Texas 77042

Monte Carlo Simulation for the Oil and Gas Industry on 16-Aug-10 8:00 AM

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Monte Carlo Simulation for the Oil and Gas Industry
Start Date: 16-Aug-10 8:00 AM
End Time: 17-Aug-10 5:00 PM
Location: Houston Training Center, Houston, Texas 77042
Speaker: Jim Murtha and Susan Peterson

Event Details:

Course Description

This hands-on course features spreadsheet add-in risk simulation software (either Crystal Ball or @Risk). Models in exploration (reserves and P(S)), drilling, production, and economics, along with descriptive statistics in Excel will give a close look at several probability distributions and their applications. The course will cover software basics including menus, settings, distributions, outputs, graphics, statistics, sensitivity analysis, interpreting results, and creating reports. Focus of the course is on examining and modifying prepared models and building simple models. In addition, participants will analyze historical data using histograms, crossplots, correlation in Excel, and software to fit probability distributions to data. Several worksheet models are included. Some familiarity with Excel is expected. Topics covered include:

Monte Carlo Simulation
Language of Statistics
Steps in Simulation Design
Crystal Ball (or @RISK) Features: Inputs, Outputs, Settings, Simulation, Reports
Models to Estimate Reserves * Changing Distribution Types and Parameters
Production and Economic Forecasts
Prices
Operating Expenses
Capital Expenditures
Cross Plots and Correlation in Excel
Most Estimating Models
Handling Rare Events
Comprehensive Models
Linking Model Components
Class Problems

Learning Objectives

Develop skill at building practical probabilistic models for business decisions
Understand Monte Carlo simulation
Learn how to analyze data and to select defensible distributions
Be able to converse using the language of probability and statistics
Understand the Central Limit theorem and its implications
Know how to properly build volumetric estimates of resources and reserves
Discover defendable ways to incorporate risk and uncertainty into time and cost estimates
Apply sensitivity and scenario analysis for risk management and strategic planning

Who Should Attend

The course is intended for engineers, geologists and geophysicists, managers, planners, economists and technical support staff. Participants are expected to have experience using models to solve problems (e.g. production or economic forecasting, reserve estimation, scheduling) and to be comfortable with spreadsheets. No previous knowledge of the subject is assumed.

CEUs

1.6 (Continuing Education Units) awarded for this 2-day course.

Cancellation Policy

A fee equal to 25% of the course fee will be charged for cancellations less than 15 working days before the course begins. No refunds will be made for cancellations after the course begins.

For more details, please contact us at trainingcourses@spe.org

YP: Private Equity Investment for the Oil and Gas Sector - Development Dinner on 19-Aug-10 6:00 PM

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 23:00:00 GMT

YP: "Private Equity Investment for the Oil and Gas Sector" - Development Dinner
Start Date: 19-Aug-10 6:00 PM
End Time: 19-Aug-10 8:00 PM
Location: The Westlake Club, Houston, TX 77079
Speaker: TBA

Event Details:

Cajun dinner buffet included and cash bar available.

The Westlake Club

570 Westlake Park Blvd.

Houston, TX 77079

SPE GCS Board of Directors / Follow-Up Budget Review Meeting on 20-Aug-10 9:30 AM

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:30:00 GMT

SPE GCS Board of Directors / Follow-Up Budget Review Meeting
Start Date: 20-Aug-10 9:30 AM
End Time: 20-Aug-10 12:30 PM
Location: Hilton Houston Westchase, Houston, Texas 77042
Event Details:

A Board of Directors and follow-up budget review meeting will take place at the Hilton Houston Westchase, just before our annual kickoff meeting, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm on Friday, August 21.

*Please register so that we may have a proper head count for lunch. Register online or RSVP to Sharon via email at sharris@spe.org, or via phone message at (713)779-9595, ext. 821.

Following the August Board Meeting is the 2010-2011 SPE Gulf Coast Section Kickoff, also at the Hilton Houston Westchase, from 1 pm to 4:30 pm.

Hilton Houston Westchase

9999 Westheimer Road

2010-2011 Kickoff - SPE Gulf Coast Section on 20-Aug-10 1:00 PM

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 18:00:00 GMT

2010-2011 Kickoff - SPE Gulf Coast Section
Start Date: 20-Aug-10 1:00 PM
End Time: 20-Aug-10 4:30 PM
Location: Hilton Houston Westchase, Houston, Texas 77042
Event Details:

Our 2010-2011 SPE Gulf Coast Section Kickoff meeting will be held on Friday, August 20, 2010 at the Hilton Houston Westchase. This is an important opportunity to share contacts & best practices among our member volunteers and to learn from each other.

*The "State of the Section" report will be given from 1-3 pm. Following that, special training will be held for the 2010-11 SPE-GCS Committee and Study Group Chairs, Vice-Chairs, Program Chairs, Treasurers, and New Volunteers from 3-4:30 pm.

Please plan on joining us if possible. Everyone is welcome, and attendance is free of charge. Make sure to register as soon as possible so that we may arrange for participant materials and refreshments for all.

Here is a wonderful chance to learn about the SPE Gulf Coast Section activities for all of those who want to be involved and become contributors!

*Please make sure to register so that we may have a proper count for materials & snacks.*

Hilton Houston Westchase

9999 Westheimer Road

Introduction to Managed Pressure Drilling on 24-Aug-10 8:00 AM

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Introduction to Managed Pressure Drilling
Start Date: 24-Aug-10 8:00 AM
End Time: 24-Aug-10 5:00 PM
Location: Houston Training Center, Houston, Texas 77042
Speaker: Deepak M. Gala

Event Details:

Course Description

With most of the easy wells already drilled, MPD technique helps in drilling the wells with less non productive time and in some cases drill previously undrillable wells. Topics covered will include:

What is MPD?
Objectives of Drilling MPD
MPD Variations
Drilling Fluid Systems
Surface Equipment for MPD Operations
Completing MPD Wells
HSE Issues
Limitations
Costs
The Future
Case Histories

Learning Objectives

Participants will learn variations involved in managed pressure drilling operations; understand the safety and operational aspects of a managed pressure drilling project, and be able to make an informed selection of all equipment required to carry out a managed pressure drilling operation.

Who Should Attend

This is an introductory Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) course and is appropriate for individuals that are new to the MPD industry or anyone that would like to expand their drilling knowledge.

CEUs

0.8 CEUs (Continuing Education Units) awarded for this 1-day course.

Cancellation Policy

A fee equal to 25% of the course fee will be charged for cancellations less than 15 working days before the course begins. No refunds will be made for cancellations after the course begins.

For more details, please contact us at trainingcourses@spe.org

C&P: It took years to get it, but we have another lesson from the Barnett Shale! on 25-Aug-10 11:30 AM

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:30:00 GMT

C&P: It took years to get it, but we have another lesson from the Barnett Shale!
Start Date: 25-Aug-10 11:30 AM
End Time: 25-Aug-10 1:00 PM
Location: The Greenspoint Club, Houston, Texas 77060
Speaker: Brian Dzubin

Event Details:

The challenge in our industry is to maximize value of assets using the fewest wells and the shortest time span. In the realm of completion design in unconventional reservoirs, using trial-and-error methods to answer questions regarding perforating, staging, or material selection can be somewhat counter-productive in this challenge.

In this presentation, a completion workflow for unconventional reservoirs will be outlined. A case history using data from the Barnett Shale will be presented. Lessons learned from this data set representing a time-span of years will be compared to conclusions that were developed in weeks using the proposed workflow.

The Greenspoint Club

16925 Northchase

Houston, Texas US 77060

Reservoir Characterization: From the Laboratory to the Field on 26-Aug-10 8:00 AM

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Reservoir Characterization: From the Laboratory to the Field
Start Date: 26-Aug-10 8:00 AM
End Time: 26-Aug-10 5:00 PM
Location: Houston Training Center, Houston, Texas 77042
Speaker: Larry W. Lake

Event Details:

Summary

This course teaches integrated reservoir characterization from the basics of petrophysics through geostatistics. The emphasis is on flow properties of porosity, permeability, capillary pressure, and relative permeability. The course also discusses the statistics of the spatial distribution of these properties and illustrates the benefits of using these properties.

Who Should Attend

This course is intended for engineers with at least a BS degree in petroleum or chemical engineering. All other engineers, mathematicians and physicists with at least a BS degree and some experience in reservoir engineering or numerical simulation can benefit from the course. Geologists with at least a BS degree and some quantitative experience or interest may also benefit.

Course Outline

Single-Phase Petrophysical Porosity, Permeability, and Non-Darcy Effects
Two-Phase Flow: Capillary Pressure, Relative Permeabilities and Trapped Phase Saturations
Heterogeneities and Nonuniformities
Effective Properties: (Pseudo) Porosity
Absolute Permeability: Capillary Pressure, Relative Permeability, Dispersivity, and Fingering Factors

Cancellation Policy

A fee equal to 25% of the course fee will be charged for cancellation less than 15 working days before the course begins. No refunds will be made for cancellations after the course begins.

For more details, please contact us at trainingcourses@spe.org

Coalbed Methane Reservoir Analysis on 30-Aug-10 8:00 AM

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Coalbed Methane Reservoir Analysis
Start Date: 30-Aug-10 8:00 AM
End Time: 30-Aug-10 5:00 PM
Location: Houston Training Center, Houston, Texas 77042
Speaker: Steve Hennings

Event Details:

Course Description

This one day, hands-on course is for individuals who are actively involved in modeling coalbed methane wells. It can also be valuable for managers who wish to understand the process and limitations of CBM reservoir modeling. The course will include a copy of Roxar’s MORE CBM Simulator, sample input files, and real world examples and problems. Topics covered include:

CBM Basics
Estimating Permeability and Porosity from Production Data
CBM Well Tests
Gas in Place Estimation
Example Problems
Conducting a History Match
Major & Minor Drivers
Identifying Barriers
Preparing Forecasts
Alternative Development Plans

Who Should Attend

This course is intended for Petroleum engineers, geologists, geophysicists, investors, managers, government officials, planners and technical support staff wanting an understanding of the fundamentals for modeling coalbed methane wells. Participants are expected to have experience using reservoir simulators to solve problems and to be comfortable with spreadsheets. No previous knowledge of the subject is assumed.

CEUs

0.8 (Continuing Education Units) awarded for this 1-day course.

For more details, please contact us at trainingcourses@spe.org

Waterflooding Concepts, Design Prediction and Optimization on 31-Aug-10 8:00 AM

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Waterflooding Concepts, Design Prediction and Optimization
Start Date: 31-Aug-10 8:00 AM
End Time: 31-Aug-10 5:00 PM
Location: Houston Training Center, Houston, Texas 77042
Speaker: Dr. Iraj Ershaghi

Event Details:

Course Description

The art and science of waterflood management is an optimization process. There are opportunities for the field engineer to improve well placement, well completion, and voidage/replacement management, and the use of additives for stretching ultimate recovery. As such, critical factors and diagnostic procedures are discussed before initiation and during the flood.

The course includes an overview of critical characteristics of petroleum reservoirs and injection fluids affecting the success of Waterfloods. Then various sources of data and measurement techniques and their cost effectiveness are scrutinized. Simple procedures for the analysis of waterflood performance data using specific diagnostic plots are examined with examples from actual Waterfloods. Short cut prediction techniques are reviewed, and chemical methods for enhancement of waterfloods are discussed. Hands-on class exercises focusing on troubleshooting methods related to causes originating from reservoir, wellbore and/or surface facilities are also included.

Who Should Attend

Reservoir engineers, geologists, production engineers and asset managers can benefit from this course.

CEUs

0.8 (Continuing Education Units) awarded for this 1-day course.

For more details, please contact us at trainingcourses@spe.org

Enhanced Oil Recovery on 2-Sep-10 8:00 AM

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Enhanced Oil Recovery
Start Date: 2-Sep-10 8:00 AM
End Time: 2-Sep-10 5:00 PM
Location: Houston Training Center, Houston, Texas 77042
Speaker: Larry W. Lake

Event Details:

Summary

This course teaches an integrated version of the basics of waterflooding and enhanced oil recovery (EOR). The connection of each process to a few fundamental principles is illustrated. The course then reviews the specifics of thermal and solvent methods, relating basic principles to the results of field cases.

Course Outline

Defining EOR
Reviewing Displacement Fundamentals
Understanding Phase Behavior
Defining Polymer Flooding
Exploring Micellar-Polymer Flooding
Using Other Chemical Methods
Analyzing Thermal Flooding
Acquiring Solvent Flooding Basics

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for engineers with at least a BS degree in petroleum or chemical engineering. All other engineers, mathematicians, and physicists with at least a BS degree and some experience in reservoir engineering and/or numerical simulation can benefit from this course.

Cancellation Policy

A fee equal to 25% of the course fee will be charged for cancellation less than 15 working days before the course begins. No refunds will be made for cancellations after the course begins.

For more details, please contact us at trainingcourses@spe.org