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Petroleum Geology

Introduction and Overview

Fundamentals of Petroleum Geology (t30)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Basic Concepts of Petroleum Geology (s1004)
Requirements for Petroleum Accumulation Technical and Economic Risks in Petroleum Exploration Exercise No. 1
Petroleum Generation and Maturation (s1005)
Hydrocarbon Chemistry Crude Oil Classifications Kerogen Types Temperature and Time Geothermal Gradients and Thermal Conductivity Subsurface Pressure Source Rocks Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Migration and Accumulation Processes (s1006)
Migration Processes Reservoir Porosity and Permeability Reservoir Rock Types Trapping Mechanisms Traps (Structural) Traps (Stratigraphic and Combination) Trap Type Distribution Seals Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Petroleum Exploration Overview (s1007)
Description and Classifications Exploration Considerations Exercise No. 1

Hydrocarbon Properties (t31)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Gas Properties and Classifications (s1009)
Non-hydrocarbon gases Hydrocarbon Gases Gas Liquids: NGL, LPG and LNG Gas Hydrates Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Crude Oil Properties, Classifications and Alterations (s1010)
Physical Properties Chemical Properties Paraffins (Alkanes) Naphthenes (Cycloalkanes) Aromatics Resins and Asphaltenes Non-hydrocarbon Crude Components Classifications and Occurrences of Crude Oils Alteration of Crude Oil Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7

Subsurface Environment (t32)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Water Origins and Chemistry (s1013)
Subsurface Water Origins Oxidation/Reduction Potential and pH Salinity Composition Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Temperature and Thermal Gradient (s1014)
Thermal Gradients and Heat Flow Thermal Conductivities in Various Rock Types Regional Thermal Variations Local Thermal Variations Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Pressure Environments (s1015)
Components of Subsurface Pressure Downhole Pressures Potentiometric Surfaces Overpressured Environments (General) Compaction Overpressuring Process Compaction Overpressuring in Deltas Underpressured Environments Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Fluid Behavior (s1016)
Phase Diagrams Hydrodynamics of Sedimentary Basins Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2

Reservoirs (t34)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Rock Properties (s1018)
Porosity Defined Primary Porosity Secondary Porosity Permeability Grain Size Grain Sorting Rock Fabric Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7
Diagenesis (s1019)
Sandstone Burial Sandstone Cementation Sandstone Secondary Porosity Sandstone Diagenetic Pathways Carbonate Rock Types Limestones Dolomites Atypical Reservoir Rocks Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Reservoir Continuity (s1020)
General Considerations Areal Continuity Cross-Sectional Continuity Case History: Handil Field, Indonesia Case History: Intisar Field, Libya Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3

Hydrocarbon Generation and Migration (t3561)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Generation and Maturation Processes (s3562)
Petroleum Source Material Preservation and Organic Productivity Preservation and Organic Destruction Diagenesis of Organic Matter Kerogen Components Hydrocarbons and Kerogen Type Chemical Changes with Kerogen Maturation Depth, Temperature and Time Effects Paleothermometry and Kerogen Analysis Paleothermometry and Rock Properties Analysis Paleothermometry: Comparison of Methods Oil Shale Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6
Migration Processes (s3563)
Introduction Primary Migration Secondary Migration Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3

Traps (t35)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Hydrocarbon Traps: Introduction (s1022)
Definitions and General Concepts Trap Classifications
Structural Traps (s1023)
Introduction Fold Traps (Compressional) Fold Traps (Compactional) Fold Traps: Comparison of Major Types Fault Traps Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Stratigraphic Traps (s1024)
Introduction Depositional Traps: Channels Depositional Traps: Bars Depositional Traps: Reefs Diagenetic Traps Unconformity-Related Traps Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Other Trap Types (s1025)
Hydrodymanic Traps Combination Traps Diapir-Associated Traps Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5

Habitat of Hydrocarbons in Sedimentary Basins (t36)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Sedimentary Basins: Overview (s1027)
Introduction Geometry of Sedimentary Basins Sediment Fill Tectonic Processes and Timing Basin-Forming Mechanisms Basin Classification Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Cratonic Basins (s1028)
Interior (Intracratonic) Basins Foreland (Craton Margin) Basins
Divergent Margin Basins (s1029)
Rift Basins Pull-Apart Basins
Convergent Margin Basins (s1030)
General Description Fore-Arc and Back-Arc Basins Non-Arc Basins Collision Basins Petroleum Features
Downwarp Basins and Tertiary Deltas (s1031)
Downwarp Basins Tertiary Deltas
Petroleum Characteristics by Basin Type (s1032)
Distribution of Petroleum-Rich Basins Distribution of Field Sizes Distribution of Petroleum Characteristics Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4

Basic Skills of the Petroleum Geologist

Geologic Cross-Sections (t37)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Cross-Section Elements (s1034)
Introduction Input Data Line of Section Scale Datum Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3 Exercise No.4
Cross-Sections in Two Dimensions (s1035)
Introduction Structural Cross-Sections Stratigraphic Cross-Sections Correlation and Geologic Interpretation Completing the Cross-Section Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Cross-Section Diagrams in Three-Dimensions (s1036)
Fence Diagrams Block Diagrams
Cross-Sections: Computer Methods (s4653)
Overview Exercise No. 1
Structural Restoration: Concepts and Timing (s36953)
Structural Restoration Introduction & Concepts Mechanical Stratigraphy Classical Balancing Techniques Volume and Area Accountability Bed Length Consistency Pin Lines Computer-Aided Structural Modeling and Balancing Palinspastic Reconstruction Cross Section Consistency
Balancing Compressional Structures (s36964)
Introduction Transfer Structures Fault Propagation Folds Imbricate Structures Dip Spectral Analysis Box and Lift-Off Structures Triangle Zones and Wedge Structures
Balancing Extensional Structures (s36972)
Growth Sedimentation Rollover Anticlines Interpretation Concepts Related Structures Wrench Faults
Strike-Slip Faults (s36978)
Introduction and Criteria Stress/Strain Surface Features Regional Restoration Releasing Bends Balanced Strike-Slip Faults Cross-Sections References

Subsurface Mapping (t38)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Lateral Correlation of Logged Data (s1037)
Defining Surfaces Delimiting Units Contour Mapping Mechanical and Interpretive Contouring
Structural Contour Maps (s1038)
Introduction Adequacy of Contours for Depicting Structure Fault Detection Vertical Faults Normal/Oblique Normal Faults Reverse Faults Unconformities Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3
Isopach and Other Subsurface Maps (s1039)
Isopachs of Time-Rock Intervals Isopachs of Rock ( Lithologic ) Units Isolith Maps Compound Maps Subcrop Maps Miscellaneous Maps and Their Applications Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3
Paleo-Structure Maps (s36986)
Introduction Why make Paleo-Structure Maps The Migration of Fluids in the Subsurface This is Now, What was Then Conclusions References

Prospect Generation (t39)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Prospect Generation: Basic Concepts and Definitions (s1040)
Anomalies and Leads Prospects False Anomalies Prospective Regions or Trends Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3
Prospect Generation in Frontier Regions (s1041)
Introduction Data and Technical Requirements Case Study- Lower Cook Inlet, Alaska Hydrocarbon Potential and Risk Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3
Model Prospects (s1042)
Deltaic-Growth Fault Model ( Devillier Gas Field ) South Louisiana Model ( Turtle Prospect ) Mississippi Wilcox Model Muddy Sandstone Model Models of Exploration by Remote Sensing The Red Fork Channel Sandstone Model Reef Models Turbidite Models Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3 Exercise No.4

Reservoir Environments

Nonmarine Sandstone Reservoirs (t49)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Classification of Nonmarine Sandstones (s1050)
General Considerations Rules of Thumb and Their Limitations
Alluvial Fan Environments (s1051)
Introduction Depositional Processes and Lithologic Characteristics Paleontology Geometry Associated Facies Diagnostic Evidence
Braided Stream Environments (s1052)
Introduction Depositional Processes and Lithologic Characteristics Paleontology Geometry Associated Facies Diagnostic Evidence Basic Reservoir Characteristics Examples
Meandering Channel Alluvial Systems (s1053)
Introduction Depositional Processes and Lithologic Characteristics Paleontology Geometry Associated Facies Diagnostic Evidence Basic Reservoir Characteristics Examples
Eolian Environments (s1054)
Introduction Depositional Processes and Lithologic Characteristics Paleontology Geometry Associated Facies Diagnostic Evidence Reservoir Characteristics Examples
Lacustrine Environments (s1055)
Introduction General Characteristics Examples

Shelf Marine Sandstone Reservoirs (t51)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Shelf Marine Sandstone Reservoirs (s1061)
Continental Shelf Sands Reservoir Aspects: Summary
Depositional Processes of Shelf Sands (s1062)
Tidal Currents Storm Currents Turbidity Currents Exercise No. 1
Shelf Sand Deposits (s1063)
Overview Sand Sheets Sand Ridges Exercise No. 1
Diagnosis and Detection of Shelf Sands (s1064)
General Considerations Paleontology Associated Facies Seismic Well Logs Cores Shelf Sands Distinguished from Shoreline Sands Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Petroleum Geology, Reservoir Characteristics (s1915)
Shelf Sands: General Observations Example: Hartzog Draw Field, Wyoming, USA

Marginal Marine Sandstone Reservoirs (t50)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Marginal Marine Sandstone Reservoirs (s1057)
Depositional Influences General Classifications Principal Sedimentary Processes
Deltaic Environments (s1058)
Significance to Petroleum Exploration General Depositional Setting Delta Classifications Upper/Lower Delta Plain Subenvironments Subaqueous Subenvironment Transgressive Processes Braided Stream and Point Bar Deposits Distributary Channel Sand Deposits Crevasse Subdelta Deposits Distributary Mouth Bars River Mouth Tidal Ridge Deposits Barrier Island Sands Reservoir Characteristics Deltaic Vertical Sequence Example: Handil Field, Indonesia Depositional Processes, Effect on Structure Seismic Identification Fan Deltas Summary; General Characteristics Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7
Barrier Islands (s1060)
Introduction Relative Influence of Wave and Tidal Processes Distribution of Facies Morphology and Depositional Processes Beach to offshore Facies Regressive Vertical Sequences Associated Sand Facies Sand Plains and Chenier Deposits Stratigraphic Sequence Paleontology Morphology Reservoir Characteristics Identification of Barrier Island Deposits Field Example: Bell Creek Field, Montana Summary; General Characteristics Exercise No. 1

Deepwater Marine Sandstone Reservoirs (t2613)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Deepwater Marine Sandstone Reservoirs (s2614)
Deep Sea Sands Reservoir Aspects: Summary
Sedimentation Processes (s2615)
Introduction Slumps and Slides Debris Flows Grain Flow Fluidized Flow Turbidity Currents Flow Relationships Exercise No. 1
Depositional Systems (s2616)
Submarine Fans: Overview Elongate Submarine Fans Radial Submarine Fans Radial Submarine Fan: Example Slope-Apron Systems Deep Sea Sedimentation Controls Lithofacies of Submarine Fans and Associated Systems Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Subsurface Diagnosis and Detection (s2617)
Paleontology Associated Facies Cores Well Logs Seismic
Sequence Stratigraphy (s2618)
Introduction Models Exercise No. 1
Petroleum Geology and Reservoir Characteristics (s2619)
Introduction Channel Reservoirs Submarine Fan Reservoirs

Porosity Evolution in Sandstone Reservoirs (t52)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Description of Sandstone Porosity (s1065)
Introduction Sandstone Porosity Classification Sandstone Pore Systems Capillary Pressure Characterization Controls on Primary Porosity Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Diagenesis (s1066)
Introduction Mechanical Compaction Chemical Compaction Relationship of Compactional Processes Authigenic Cementation Factors Influencing Porosity Reduction Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Secondary Porosity (s1067)
Introduction Description and Recognition Criteria Fracture Porosity Shrinkage Porosity Dissolution Porosity Diagenetic Processes Resulting in Secondary Porosity Factors Influencing Creation of Secondary Porosity Diagenetic Cycle of Sandstone Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Evaluation Tools and Techniques (s1068)
Describing Porosity Interpreting Porosity Evolution Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
EandP Applications (s1069)
Porosity Prediction Diagenetic Traps Reservoir Aspects of Secondary Porosity Reservoir Aspects of Authigenic Clays Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3

Exploration in Carbonate Rocks (t53)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Exploration in Carbonate Rocks (s1072)
Approach to Facies Analysis Economic Significance of Carbonate Reservoirs General Sedimentary Setting Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Carbonate Rocks Described (s1073)
Carbonate Grain Types Classification of Carbonate Rocks Principles of Carbonate Sedimentation Carbonate Ramp Model Carbonate Shelf Model Carbonate Shelf Model Through Time General Depositional Settings and Sedimentary Cycles Principle Depositional Models and Environments Carbonate Diagenesis Dolomitization Carbonate Porosity Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Analysis of Carbonate Rocks and Facies Distribution (s1074)
Overview of Petrophysical Properties Tools and Techniques Stratigraphic Framework Disconformities and Exposure Surfaces Seismic Stratigraphy Exercise No. 1
Nonmarine Carbonate Settings (s1075)
Introduction Lacustrine Environment Carbonate Dune Environment Caliche Cave Deposits Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Coastal Setting (s1076)
Introduction Carbonate Beach Depositional Model Tidal Flat and Sabkha Depositional Models Swamps in Carbonate Depositional Complexes Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Shelf Setting (s1077)
Introduction Restricted vs. Open Shelf Environments Muddy Shelf Sands Tidal Deltas Mudbanks Patch Reefs Shelf Sand Bodies Shelf Basins
Shelf-Margin Setting (s1078)
Introduction Reefs: Introduction Detection and Delineation of Shelf Margins Ecologic Reefs Seismic Indications Reef Reservoir (Example) Shelf-Margin Sand Bodies Other Shelf-Marginal Depositional Models Ancient Carbonate Reef Margins: Examples Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Foreslope Setting (s1079)
Introduction Depositional vs. Bypass Foreslopes Modern Examples of Foreslopes Depositional Models in Foreslope Settings Ancient Examples of Foreslopes Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Basinal Setting (s1080)
Introduction Modern Basinal Carbonate Sediments Main Depositional Models and Facies Types Ancient Basinal Carbonates Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2

Porosity Evolution in Carbonate Rocks (t54)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Porosity Evolution in Carbonate Rocks (s1082)
General Considerations Porosity (Fabric Selective) Porosity (Non-Fabric Selective) Breccia Porosity Capillary Pressure Curves Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Diagenesis and Porosity Evolution (s1083)
General Considerations Marine Diagenesis Subaerial Diagenesis: Overview Subaerial Diagenesis in Older Carbonate Rocks Subaerial Diagenesis in Young Carbonate Sediments Burial Diagenesis Dolomitization: General Considerations Dolomite Properties and Chemistry Dolomite Porosity and Permeability Dolomitization Models: Overview Reflux Dolomitization Model Tidal Flat Dolomitization Model Mixed Waters Dolomitization Model Burial Compaction Dolomitization Model Fracturing Exercise No. 1
Evaluation of Porosity and Diagenetic History (s1084)
General Considerations Rock Studies Wireline Logs Petrography Geochemistry Exercise No. 1
Porosity Evolution and Petroleum Exploration (s1085)
General Considerations Beach/Dune Complex (Example) Tidal Flat/Sabkha Facies (Example) Carbonate Buildups (Example) Pinnacle Reef Environments (Example) Basinal Carbonates (Example) Fracture Production (Example)
Porosity Evolution and Field Development (s1086)
General Considerations Microporosity Moldic and Vuggy Porosity Permeability Barriers Waste Zones

Evaporites and their Role in Petroleum Exploration (t55)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Evaporites and their Role in Petroleum Exploration (s1088)
Evaporites Described Economic Significance of Evaporite Settings History of Evaporite Research Evaporite Mineralogy Diagenesis Diagenesis: Gypsum/Anhydrite Conversion Analysis from Wireline Logs and Seismic Lines Using Seismic Lines Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Sabkha Depositional Facies and Reservoirs (s1089)
Overview Modern Sabkhas: Arabian (Persian) Gulf Depositional Facies Sabkha Signature Sabkha-Based Reservoir Models Ancient Sabkha-Associated Reservoirs
Subaqueous Evaporites (s1090)
Overview Modern Marine Subaqueous Evaporites Ancient Subaqueous Evaporites and Reservoirs Models of Subaqueous vs. Subaerial Deposition Basin-Wide Evaporites and the Anomaly of Deepwater Evaporites
Ancient Depositional Models (s1091)
Overview Platform Evaporites Basin-Wide Evaporites Summary Exercise No. 1
Salt Structures, Sediments and Hydrocarbons (s1092)
Overview Salt Movement Growth of Salt Structures Modern Salt Structures Models of Reservoir Occurrence Salt Structure Reservoirs Salt Structure and Reservoirs in Tectonically Active Provinces Reservoirs Associated with Salt Solution Exercise No. 1
Evaporite/Dolomite/Hydrocarbon Association (s1093)
Dolomite Reservoirs Associated with Evaporites Sabkha Dolomite Model Reflux Dolomite Model Burial Dolomite Model Indicators of Dolomite Origins Timing of Dolomitization Evaporites as Seals Evaporitic Sediments as Source Rocks

Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

Subsurface Facies Analysis (t48)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Sedimentary Environments and Facies (s1043)
Environments and Depositional Systems Lithofacies Depositional Sequences Environmental Indicators Exercise No. 1
Lithology (s1044)
Lithological Analysis Grain Size of Terrigenous Sediments Chemistry of Terrigenous Sediments Mineralogy of Terrigenous Sediments Exercise No. 1
Sedimentary Structures, Geometry and Facies (s2611)
Sedimentary Structures Geometry Associated Facies Exercise No. 1
Microfossils as Paleoenviromental Indicators (s2612)
Use of Microfossils Foraminifera Ostracods Other Common Microfossils Trace Fossils
Sources of Information (s1045)
General Considerations Cores and Cuttings Wireline Logs Seismic Data Exercise No.1 Exercise No. 2
Sandstone Reservoir Facies (s1046)
Alluvial Fans Braided Streams Meandering Stream Channels Eolian Dunes Lacustrine Deposits Deltas Fan Deltas Coastal Barrier Islands Continental Shelf Sands Deep Sea Sands Case Study: Marchand C Sandstone, Oklahoma Exercise No. 1
Carbonate Reservoir Facies (s1047)
General Considerations Lithologic Parameters Carbonate Rock Classifications Dolomite Analytical Methods and Procedures Carbonate Shelf Model Overview Coastal Setting Shelf Setting Shelf Margin Setting Foreslope Setting Basinal Setting Case Study: San Andres Formation, Texas Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4

Classic Sequence Stratigraphy (t56)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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General Concepts (s1095)
Introduction Definitions Sequence Stratigraphy Stratigraphy Seismic Stratigraphy Seismic Sequence Stratigraphy Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Cyclostratigraphy (s1096)
Introduction Types of Cycles Duration of Stratigraphic Cycles Events Amplitudes and Scales Causes of Cycles Climactic Effects Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
The Making of a Stratigraphic Sequence (s1097)
Interglacial Warm Period: Sea Level Highstand (HST) Global Cooling Period: Falling Sea Level (SMST) Glacial Maxima: Sea Level Lowstand (LST) Global Warming Period: Rising Sea Level (TST) Summary Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Sequence Stratigraphy (s1098)
Relative Sea Level Components and Accommodation Space Depositional Geometries of Stratigraphic Sequences Carbonate Model Clastic Model: Overview Clastic Model: Sequence Boundaries Clastic Model: Lowstand Systems Tract (LST) Clastic Model: Transgressive Systems Tract (TST) Clastic Model: Highstand Systems Tract (HST) Clastic Model: Shelf Margin Systems Tract (SMST) Clastic Model: Maximum Flooding Surface (mfs) Chronostratigraphy and Lithostratigraphy Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Interpretation of Stratigraphic Sequences (s1099)
Integrated Interpretation Procedures Seismic Profiles Seismic Profiles (Example) Well Logs and Cores High-Resolution Biostratigraphy Sea-Level Cycle Charts Prediction of Lithofacies and Depositional Environments Reservoir Exploitation and Production Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Conclusions and Current Controversies (s1100)
The Sequence Stratigraphic Model Nomenclature Sea Level Curves and Global Eustasy The Question of Data Bases

Micropaleontology For Petroleum Exploration (t36879)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Overview (s36882)
Introduction Reasons for employing biostratigraphy and paleoenvironment What is covered in this course and what is not
Modern Paleontology (s36883)
Introduction Why use micropaleontology Biostratigraphy, zonation, resolution Concepts, definitions, application, limitations Factors affecting the quality of the biostratigraphic record Biostratigraphic correlation Caution in utilizing biostratigraphic correleation by itself
Petroleum and microfossils (s36884)
Introduction Some oceanography Continental Margins Microfossiles in paleoenvironmental studies Paleobathymetry (depth zonation)
Biofacies (s36885)
Biofacies Analysis Causes of difficulty (Pitfalls in biostratigraphic and biofacies analysis Microfossils through geologic time Habit of Petroleum Deep-Sea Drilling and its contribution to Marine Geology and Micropaleontology

Micropaleontology (t36880)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Microfossil Datasheets (s36886)
Introduction Microfossils through geologic time Microfossil Nomenclature
Microfossil Collection and Preparation Techniques (s36887)
Samples, Cuttings and Cores Microfossil Preparation Techniques Microfossils Requiring Extractive Techniques Sources of Contamination
Chronostratigraphy and Geochronology (s36888)
Introduction Chronostratigraphic sections and international consensus Emergence of the Absolute Time Scale A new time scale
Chronostratigraphy (s36889)
Introduction to Isotope Isotopes Conventions Oxygen Isotope Basics Carbon Isotope Stratigraphy Strontium Isotopes

Ongoing Development in Biostraigraphy (t36881)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Sequence Biostratigraphy (s36890)
Introduction Unconformities Sequences High resolution sequence stratigraphy Graphic Correlation
Thermal Alteration Microfossiles (s36891)
Introduction Integrated Stratigraphic Analysis
Consultants Reports (s36892)
Selecting a Consultant

Magnetostratigraphy (t37005)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Fundamentals of Magnetostratigraphy (s37006)
Introduction Historical Background Theoretical Magnetic Mineralogy Magnetic Minerals Other Ferromagnetic Minerals
Magnetic Domains (s37013)
Magnetization of Fine-grained Particles in Rocks The Origin of Remanent Magnetization in Rocks Remanent Magnetization
Field Methods (s37017)
Introduction to Field Methods Analytical Equipment Depositional Environments General Age of the Strata Sampling Procedures Sampling Theory Sampling in the Field Hand sampling Sampling with a Pomeroy Drill Sampling for Age Calibration
Types of Analytical Equipment (s37028)
Field Free Space Cryogenic Magnetometer Spinner magnetometer Laboratory Techniques Alternating Field Demagnetization Equipment Thermal Demagnetization Thermal Demagnetization Furnaces Chemical Demagnetization Determining the Demagnetization Techniques to be Used on a Suite of Samples Graphical Techniques for Displaying Results Identification of the Primary and Secondary Components of Remanence Precision of the Data Field Tests for Accuracy of the Paleomagnetic Data Developing a Local Paleomagnetic Polarity Reversal Scale Tectonic Interpretation of Basin Subsidence History Downhole techniques Applications in the Petroleum Industry References Cited

Structural Geology and Global Tectonics

Structural Geology (t57)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Structural Features of Non-Tectonic Origin (s1102)
Introduction Stratification Cross-Bedding and Graded Bedding Sole Markings Soft Sediment Deformation Features Supratenuous (Compaction) Folds Depositional Tilting Exercise No. 1
Examples of Recent Structural Movements (s1103)
Introduction San Andreas Fault System Alaska Iceland Middle East Japan
Stress and Strain (s1104)
Introduction Stress Described Principal Stresses Strain Described Types of Strain Strain Ellipsoid Rock Strength Brittleness and Ductility Mechanical Properties Log Rock Competence Conjugate Fracturing and Shear Couples Exercise No. 1
Folds (s1105)
Introduction General Description Basic Fold Geometry and Orientation Fold Mechanisms and the Distribution of Strain Minor Structures Associated with Folding Pressure Solution and Stylolitization Exercise No. 1 Exercise No.2
Faults (s1106)
Introduction Definitions and Fault Types Fault Zone Material Minor Structures Associated with Faulting Principal Stress Directions in Faulting and Fracturing Thrust Faults Transform Faults Influence of Faulting on Well Logs Exercise No. 1
Joints and Fractures (s1107)
Introduction Types of Fractures and Influence of Lithology Techniques for Determining Fracture Orientation Fault-Associated Fractures Fold-Associated Fractures Wellbore Breakouts and in Situ Stress
Unconformities (s1108)
Introduction Surface Indicators Subsurface Indicators
Structural Styles (s1109)
Introduction General Classifications Regional Block Faulting Detached Normal Fault Assemblages Salt Structures Shale Structures Gravity Structures Compressive Fault Blocks and Basement Thrusts Decollement Thrust-Fold Assemblages Wrench Faults Basement Warps: Arches, Domes, Sags Exercise No. 1

Plate Tectonics and Sedimentary Basins (t58)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Plate Tectonics and Sedimentary Basins (s1111)
Present Status of Plate Tectonic Concepts Plate Tectonics and Petroleum Geology Future Research Areas in Applied Geology
Plate Tectonics (s1112)
Origin of Concepts Pre-1945-Continental Data Development Post-1945-Oceanic Exploration: Geophysical Methods Post-1945-Oceanic Exploration: Geologic Methods Current Plate Tectonic Concepts Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Sedimentary Basin Parameters (s1113)
Geologic Characteristics Importance of Basins in Petroleum Exploration Origin of Oil and Gas: Organic vs. Inorganic Basin History in Petroleum Exploration Source Beds Reservoir Rocks Cap Rocks, Traps Maturation, Migration, Entrapment Exercise No. 1
Sedimentary Basin Development (s1114)
Introduction Cratonic Basins Rift Basins Divergent Margin Basins Convergent Margin Basins Sheared Margin Basins Models of Basin Formation Processes Modern Considerations of Basin-Forming Processes Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Special Considerations of Plate Tectonics (s1115)
Introduction Mode of Basin Subsidence Deep Seismic Reflection Surveys Continental Deep Drilling Refinements of Paleogeographic Reconstructions Architecture of Fold Belts
Basin Classification and Petroleum Prediction (s1906)
Overview

Divergent Margins and Rift Basins (t59)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Sedimentary Basins and Continental Margins (s1116)
Introduction Divergent Margins Transtensional Margins Convergent Margins Rift Basins Sag Basins
Petroleum Habitat (s1117)
Introduction Source Beds, Traps and Reservoirs Thermal Maturation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Rifting and Basin Development (s1118)
Introduction Geophysical Expressions Rift Development Theories Mechanics of Rifting Tectonics and Divergent Margin and Rift Basin Development Subsidence in Convergent Margin and Rift Basin Sedimentary Processes: Overview Sedimentary Processes During Rifting and Extension Development of Passive Margin Sequences Sedimentary Patterns: Influencing Factors Classification of Divergent Margin and Rift Basins
Structural Styles and Trapping Mechanisms (s1909)
Introduction Normal and Transfer Faulting Subsidence-Related Structures Salt Structures
Nonmarine Basins in the Continental Interior (s1119)
Eastern China Rhein Graben Sudan East Africa Rio Grande Rift Dead Sea Rift Yemen Benue Rift
Marine Basins in the Continental Interior (s1120)
North Sea Region West Siberian Basin Sirte Basin Gulf of Suez Michigan Basin (and Similar Basins)
Proto-Oceanic Basins (s1121)
Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden
Subsided Divergent Margins (s1122)
Niger Delta Basin Ivory Coast North Atlantic South Atlantic Australia India Gulf of Mexico
Exploration Considerations (s1910)
General Guidelines

Convergent Margin Basins (t60)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Convergent Margins (s1123)
Introduction Placement in the Plate Tectonic System General Characteristics Significance in Petroleum Geology Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Basin Classification and Development (s1124)
General Considerations Crustal Layering B-Type (Benioff, or Sumatra-Type) Basins A-Type (Alpine, or Mediterranean-Type) Basins Andean-Type Basins
Basin Development (s1127)
Process Description Trenches Accretionary Wedges Forearc Basins Backarc Basins Variations in Subduction Zones Heat Variations vs. Faulting Basin Development on Cratons and Divergent Margins Basin Development Models Exercise No. 1
Foreland Basins and Associated Structures (s1128)
Introduction Quantitative Modeling of Basin Dynamics Development Models: Appalachian Basin Fault Bend, Fault Propagation and Detachment Folds Duplexes and Imbricate Thrust Systems Piggy-Back Basins Other Structural Features
Petroleum Habitat (s1125)
Sedimentation and Structure Petroleum Generation Petroleum Migration Petroleum Entrapment
Convergent Tectonic Regimes (s1126)
Sumatra/Java Japan Alaska: Cook Inlet Basin California Arkoma Basin, South-Central U.S. Makran Coast, Iran/Pakistan Carpathian Arc Central and Southern Alps and Apennies Caribbean Subduction Complex Papua-New Guinea Zagros Trend Andean Belt
Exploration Considerations (s1129)
General Approach

Geochemistry

Introduction to Petroleum Chemistry (t61)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Petroleum (s1130)
Organic Orgin Properties and Composition Principal Subdivisions Application of Data Geochemical Base API Gravity
Hydrocarbon Groups (s1131)
Saturated Hydrocarbons (Alkanes) Normal Alkanes Branched Alkanes Cycloalkanes Unsaturated Hydrocarbons (Arenes) Applications of Saturated Hydrocarbon Data Applications of Unsaturated Hydrocarbon Data Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Resins (s1134)
General Description Heteroatom Designations Heterocompound Designations Applications of Resin Data
Asphaltenes (s1135)
General Description Designations Applications of Asphaltene Data
Organic Matter: Progenitor of Petroleum (s1137)
Introduction Carbon Cycle Biological Processes Preservation Processes Composition of Organic Matter Exercise No. 1
Organic Matter Maturation (s1138)
Introduction Diagenesis Kerogen Classification Products of Diagenesis Catagenesis and Metagenesis Process Overview Exercise No. 1
Geochemical Evaluation Overview (s1139)
Introduction Source Rock Studies Correlation Studies
Source Potential (Inherent) (s1140)
Introduction Kerogen Richness Kerogen Proneness
Source Potential (Realized): Kerogen Evaluation (s5193)
Introduction Thermal Alteration Index Conodont Alteration Index Vitrinite Reflectance Fluorescence Pyrolysis
Source Potential (Realized): Bitumen/ Petroleum Evaluation (s5194)
Introduction Gaseous Hydrocarbons Liquid Hydrocarbons Maturation Characteristics
Correlation Studies (s5195)
Specific Discriminating Properties Broad Data Assemblages

Applications of Petroleum Geochemistry (t62)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Geochemical Prospecting (s36941)
Introduction to Geochemical Prospecting Concepts of Geochemical Prospecting Adsorbed Gas Survey in Integrated Exploration Interpretation of Geochemical Prospecting Advantages of Geochemical Prospecting Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Geochemical Analyses: Kerogen (s1142)
Organic Carbon Content Maceral Separation Chemical Composition: General Considerations Chemical Composition: Elemental Analysis Chemical Composition: Pyrolysis Special Analyses
Geochemical Analyses: Bitumen/ Petroleum (s1143)
Extraction Techniques Separation Techniques: Asphaltene Precipitation Separation Techniques: Chromotography Separation Techniques: Mass Spectrometry Special Analyses
Geochemical Analyses: Analytical Procedures (s1144)
Organic Carbon Determination Kerogen Separation Kerogen Typing Kerogen Reflectance Elemental Determination Pyrolysis Analysis Pyrolysate Characterization Sample Degassing Micronization Extraction Solvent Extraction Asphaltene Precipitation Liquid Chromotography Gas Chromotography
Geochemical Analyses: Sample Types (s1145)
General Guidelines Outcrop Samples Cuttings Samples Core Samples Petroleum Samples Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Geochemical Analyses: Sampling Procedures (s1146)
Outcrop Specimens Dried Cuttings Canned Cuttings Stored Core Gas Emanations Crude Oil Pressurized Gas
Geochemical Programs in Petroleum Exploration (s1147)
Introduction Program Feasibility General Program Sequence Screening Analytical Phase Detailed Analytical Phase Final Interpretation Phase Scheduling and Costs
Geochemistry and Basin Evaluation (s4662)
Introduction Analytical Basin Studies Thermal History Basin Studies Mathematical Basin Studies Exercise No. 1
Geochemical Problem Solving (s4663)
Biomarker Applications and Molecular Configurations Biomarker Interpretation Migration Effects Biodegradation and Alteration of Crude Oil Less Common Source Rocks Geochemical Prospecting Concepts Interpretation Advantages Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2

Petroleum Technology for the Non-Engineer

Drilling and Well Completion (t40)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Drilling Fundamentals (s1148)
Historical Background Surface Drilling Environments Subsurface Drilling Environments Exercise No.1
Rotary Drilling Rig Components (s1149)
Basic Rig Types Basic Rig Functions Hoisting and Rotating Systems Circulating System Well Control System Power Generation/Transmission System Exercise No.1
Drillstring, Drill Bits and Drilling Fluid (s1150)
Drillstring Drill Bits Drilling Fluids Exercise No.1
Drilling Operations (s1151)
Planning and Site Preparation Operations Management Drilling Procedure Drilling Problems Well Control Well Evaluation Offshore Drilling Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Well Completion Technology (s1152)
Basic Completion Methods Completion Procedures Perforation of Cased-Hole Completions Stimulation Sand Control Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Case Histories, Drilling and Completion Programs (s1153)
Permian Basin, West Texas Prudhoe Bay, Alaska Ekofisk Field, Norwegian North Sea Ghawar Field, Saudi Arabia

Production Technology (t41)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Well Completions (s1156)
Casing and Tubing Design Configurations Subsurface Completion Equipment Surface Flow Control Equipment Exercise No. 1
Surface Production Facilities (s1157)
Separation Oil Treatment Oil Metering Gas Treatment and Compression Gas Metering Water Treatment and Disposal Offshore Considerations Field Examples Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Production System Performance (s1158)
System Components Inflow Performance Vertical Lift Performance Surface Flow Performance Total System Pressure Loss Gas Well Performance System Design Example Exercise No. 1
Artificial Lift (s1159)
Introduction Gas Lift Subsurface Pumping Examples of Artificial Lift Applications Exercise No. 1

Reservoir Management (t993)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Rock and Fluid Properties (s1161)
Porosity Permeability Fluid Phase Behavior Fluid Density, Viscosity and Compressibility Wettability and Capillary Pressure Exercise No. 1
Natural Drive Mechanisms in Petroleum Reservoirs (s1162)
Introduction Solution Gas Drive Gas Cap Drive Water Drive Gravity Drainage Gas and Gas Condensate Reservoirs Material Balance Relationships
Improved Oil Recovery (s1163)
Introduction Waterflooding and Recovery Efficiency Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) Chemical EOR Processes Thermal EOR Processes Miscible EOR Processes Exercise No. 1
Reservoir Simulation (s1164)
Basis for Reservoir Modeling

Geosteering: Fundamentals, Planning, and Implementation (t36018)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Directional Drilling: The Driving Force in Geosteering (s36019)
Geosteering Overview Directional Drilling Candidates Directional Drilling Hardware: The Bottom Hole Assembly Controlling Trajectory of Directional Wells Directional Drilling Sections Directional Drilling Terminology
Drilling Measurements and Logging Tools (s36026)
Drilling Measurements and Sampling Logging While Drilling Tools
Preparing the Geosteering Plan (s36029)
Know the Target Reservoir The Optimal Geosteering Plan Uncertainty Planning Handling Unexpected Changes in Geology
Geosteering Practices (s36034)
Four Keys to Geosteering Success Geosteering Interpretation Techniques Communication of Target Changes at the Wellsite Common Geosteering Mistakes and How to Avoid them
Best Practices (s36056)
Geosteering Best Practices

Other Geological Techniques

Photogeology and Remote Sensing (t63)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Remote Sensing Fundamentals (s1166)
Introduction Electromagnetic Energy and Spectrum Interaction Mechanisms Image Characteristics Types of Sensing Systems
Aerial Photographs (s1167)
Introduction Characteristics Photomosaics Stereo Pairs Low Sun-Angle Photographs Normal and IR Color Photographs
Satellite Images (Landsat) (s1168)
Introduction Satellite Orbit Patterns Image Index System Satellites Multispectral Scanning Systems (MSS) Thematic Mapper (TM) System TM Image Example, Wyoming, USA TM Image Example, New Guinea Digital Processing of Images Interpretation of Project Examples
Satellite Images (SPOT, Fuyo and Resource) (s1169)
Introduction SPOT Satellite (France) SPOT Geologic Interpretation SPOT Stereo Images SPOT Interpretation Project Example Comparison of SPOT and Landsat Images Fuyo-1 Satellite (Japan) Resource Satellites (Russia)
Thermal Infrared Images (s1170)
Thermal Properties and Processes Image Examples Thermal IR Band 6 of Landsat Thematic Mapper Other Thermal IR Systems Interpretation Project Example, South Africa
Radar Images (s1171)
Introduction Aircraft Radar Systems Highlights and Shadows Image Layover Dielectric Properties and Water Content Backscatter Coefficient and Surface Roughness Polarization Look direction Satellite Radar Systems Geologic Interpretation Example, Indonesia Geologic Interpretation Example, Eastern Sahara Radar Interaction in Forested Terrain Interpretation Project Example

Basin Analysis (t64)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Basin Analysis and Petroleum Analysis (s1173)
Introduction
Basin Formation Processes (s1174)
Introduction Rheology Layered Earth Structure Mechanical and Thermal Loads Load Response: Airy Isostasy Compensation Model Load Response: Flexural Compensation Model Measuring Compensation, Loads and Deflections Rheology and Subsidence Histories Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Geodynamic Models (s1175)
Introduction Kinematic Cooling Models Overview McKenzie Stretching Model McKenzie Model Derivatives Other Cooling Models Cooling Model Examples Tectonostratigraphic Coupling Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Source Rocks (s1176)
Formation and Preservation of Organic Matter Diagenesis of Organic Matter Hydrocarbons and Kerogen Types Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Maturation Processes (s1177)
Kerogen Maturation Depth, Temperature and Time Effects Paleothermometry Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Sedimentary Basin Models (s1178)
Quantitative Dynamic Stratigraphy Forward and Inverse Models Characteristics and Limitations Geodynamic Models Sedimentation Models Stratigraphic Models Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Prospect Generation (s1179)
Frontier vs. Mature Basins Impact of Information Impact of Stratigraphic Models Exercise No. 1
Basin Histories and Properties (s1180)
Time and Events in Basin History Walther's Law of Facies Successions Geohistory, Backstrip Analyses Geohistory, Backstrip Diagram Corrections Alternative Decompaction Approaches Exercise No. 1
Mathematical Basin Analysis Models (s1181)
Introduction Backstripping Models Geodynamic and Thermal Models Model Calibration Maturation Modeling Migration Modeling Thermodynamic Modeling Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Stratigraphic Basin Analysis Models (s1182)
Introduction Sequence Stratigraphic Models Seismic Facies Analysis

Play Analysis (t65)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Play Analysis Introduction (s1183)
Definitions and Objectives Play Elements Overview
Play Elements (s1184)
Source Maturation Migration Reservoir Seal and Trap Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7
Play Controls (s1185)
Introduction Basin Classifications Structural Styles Depositional Systems: Overview Clastic Depositional Systems Carbonate Depositional Systems Evaporite Depositional Systems Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Play Analysis Methods (s1186)
Introduction Sources of Information Play Summary Development Play Summary Presentation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Risk Assessment and Analysis (s1187)
Overview
Play Analysis Case Histories (s5204)
Sudan Rift Basin Lower Indus Basin Marib Basin, Yemen Deep Basin Gas Trap, Western Canada Eolian Stratigraphic Traps, San Juan Basin, USA

Basic Geostatistics (t23340)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Basic Geostatistics (s23341)
Background
Classical Statistical Concepts (s23343)
Introduction Populations and Samples Trials Events and Probability Random Variables and Their Probability Distributions Univariate Data Analysis Bivariate Statistical Measures and Displays
Data Posting and Validation (s23350)
Exploratory Data Analysis Search Neighborhood Criteria Spatial Description Grids and Gridding Traditional Interpolation Methods Map Display Types Moving Window Statistics
Regionalized Variables (s23358)
Introduction Spatial Continuity Analysis Spatial Cross-correlation Analysis Stationarity in Regionalized Variables Model Variograms
Kriging (s23364)
Kriging Overview Cross-validation
Data Integration (s23367)
Cokriging External Drift Kriging Measurement Errors
Conditional Simulation (s23371)
Conditional Simulation and Uncertainty Estimation
Public Domain Geostatistics Programs (s23373)
Overview
Selected Readings (s23377)
Books and Articles Additional Reading
Geostatistics Glossary (s23379)
Terminology

Geographical Information Systems (t36166)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (s36168)
Preface Introduction Content Outline
GIS Design and Systems (s36172)
Principles of GIS Design Types of Data Typical GIS Systems and Structures
Geodetic Frameworks (s36176)
Background Datums Ellipsoids Projections Height Datum Line Definitions
General and Background GIS Data (s36183)
Overview Raster and Vector Data Digital Elevation Models Historical Data
Exploration and Production GIS Data (s36188)
Exploration Phase Production Phase Attributes and Associated Data

Petroleum Geophysics

Introductory Topics and Seismic Signals

Fundamentals of Exploration Geophysics (t66)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Petroleum Exploration Overview (s1188)
Exploration Elements and Objectives Exploration Tools: Cross-Sections andamp; Contour Maps Leases, Licenses and Concessions Economic Constraints Oceana: Planning to Bid on Offshore Blocks
Seismic Methods (s1189)
Reflection Principles Reflection and the Seismic Section Field Work, Processing and Interpretation Seismic Sections (Examples) Geological Risks and Uncertainties Seismic Risks and Uncertainties Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2

Geological Messages in the Seismic Trace (t71)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Seismics and Geology (s1215)
Introduction Forward Modeling Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Rock Properties (s1216)
Density Velocity: General Relations Shear Velocity Shear Velocity and Grain Contacts Controls on Shear Velocity Compressional Velocity Compressional Velocity and Grain Contacts Supported Area; Compressional/Shear Ratio Geology from Seismic Data: A Summary Exercise No. 1
Seismic Measurements and Geology (s1217)
Reflection Time Velocity Reflection Strength Reflection Polarity and Character Diffractions Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Reflection Patterns and Geology (s3569)
Introduction Unconformities and Their Signifcance Messages in Reflection Patterns Example: Simple Shelf-Slope System Example: Complex Shelf-Slope System

Signal Theory: A Graphical Introduction (t67)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Waveforms (s1190)
Sinusoid Amplitude, Power and Energy Decibel Scale: Relative Amplitudes Addition of Sinusoids Harmonics; Fourier Series Line Spectra Fourier Integral Amplitude Spectra Continuous Phase Spectra Phase Spectra (Linear and Curved) Minimum Phase Spectrum Summary of Waveform Characteristics Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Operators (s1191)
Linearity Frequency Response of Linear Operators Time Response of Linear Operators Superposition and Convolution Complete Fourier Scheme Differentiation of Waveforms Integration of Waveforms DIfferentiation and Integration Examples Filters Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Noise (s1192)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio Filtering and Stacking Deconvolution (Inverse Filtering) Signal Improvement (Examples) Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Correlation Techniques (s1193)
Introduction Cross-Correlation Function Cross-Correlation: Pulse Compression Technique Cross-Correlation and System Response Auto-Correlation Function Auto-Correlation Function Applications Correlation as a Physical Process in Space Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No.3
Nonlinearity and Distortion (s1194)
Basic Concepts Applications Exercise No. 1
Digital Representation of Waveforms (s1195)
Introduction Sampling Precision Sampling Frequency Reconstitution Signal Processing: Summary Exercise No. 1

Seismic Pulse Generation and Transmission (t69)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Seismic Pulse Generation and Transmission (s1197)
Seismic Pulse Described
Plane Compressional Waves (s1201)
General Description Measured Parameters Impedance, Wave Velocity and Particle Velocity Plane Waves and the Seismic Pulse Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Spherical Compressional Waves (s1198)
General Description Spherical Spreading Small Source and Near Field Effects Source Signatures General Observations Exercise No. 1
Physical Description of the Seismic Method (s1199)
Snell's Law Huygens' Principle Rays and Wavefronts Exercise No. 1
Density and Velocity (s1200)
Shales Sandstones Carbonates Various Materials Velocity/Density Relationships Velocity Measurement: Special Concerns Exercise No. 1
Losses (s1202)
Introduction Absorption Scattering Combination of Losses and Geometrical Spreading Exercise No. 1
Source Signature (s1203)
Explosive Sources Impulsive Surface Sources Marine Sources
Seismic Pulse Components: the Overall Picture (s1204)
Pulse-Forming Agents in Combination Compensation for Undesirable Effects
Shear Waves and Surface Waves (s1205)
Shear Waves Surface Waves

Seismic Reflection (t70)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Reflection and Transmission (s1207)
Basic Concepts Reflection at Normal Incidence Transmission at Normal Incidence Synthetic Seismograms and the Convolutional Model Reflection Zone Vertical Seismic Profile Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Multiple Reflection (s1208)
Surface and Interbed Multiples Marine Reverberation and Ringing
Curved and Discontinuous Reflectors (s1210)
General Description Buried Focus Effect; Diffraction Hyperbola Illustration: Structured Modeling of a Fault
Seismic Response of a Layer (s1211)
Thick Layer Thin Layer Transition Layer
Short Path Multiples (s3568)
Transmission Decay and the Nature of Reflectors Reflection Zone Response
Geological Meaning of Reflectors (s1212)
Introduction Unconformities One-Time Depositional Boundaries of Rock Type Nonmarine Interfaces Temporary Innundations and Evaporite Boundaries Nondepositional Reflectors Reflectors Generated by Eustatic Cycles Reflectors Generated by Climactic Cycles Reflector Classifications
Saturant Effects (s1213)
Introduction Oil Detection Gas Detection
Non-Normal Incidence and Mode Conversion (s1214)
Non-Normal Incidence Mode Conversion Mode Conversion: Practical Uses Exercise No. 1

Seismic Instruments and Field Techniques

Introduction to Field Work (t72)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Field Work (s1219)
Overview
Improving the Signal-to-Noise Ratio (s1220)
Ambient Noise Reduction Coherent Noise Reduction Scattered Noise Reduction Arrays and Groups Ghost Reflections
Multiple Coverage in Action (s1221)
Multiple Coverage Assumptions 2D Coverage 3D Coverage Converted Wave
Recording Instruments (s1222)
Introduction Station Selection Amplification Fine Tuning the Signal Recording Wireless Recording Systems Equipment Testing The Total System
The Land Seismic Source (s1223)
Explosive Sources Other Shooting Methods Non Explosive Sources
The Land Seismic Receiver (s6004)
Overview
The Seismic Record (s6005)
Event Identification Spatial Sampling
Acquisition Constraints (s6006)
Typical Numbers
Costs and Contracts (s6007)
Contractual Considerations Typical Seismic Contract.
Marine Work (s6008)
Overview Typical Seismic Vessel Specifications Seismic Vessel Overview Shipboard Processing Marine Streamers and Recording Instruments Streamer Maintenance Marine Seismic Source Water Guns Source Signatures
The Transition Zone (s6009)
Making the Transition Special Equipment
Multi-Component Data (s6010)
Overview
Organization of the Field Crew (s6011)
Organizing the Field Crew
Safety (s6012)
Overview
The Location of Seismic Lines (s6013)
Objectives and Considerations
The Observer's Report (s6014)
Overview

Surveying and Mapping on Land (t75)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Objectives and Requirements (s1224)
Surveying and Mapping on Land Objectives and Requirements
The Figure and Rotation of the Earth (s1225)
The Figure and Rotation of the Earth
Frames of Reference (s1226)
Frames of Reference Map Projections Grid Systems Databases Noncoordinate Systems
Surveying Methods (s1227)
Surveying Instruments Surveying Methods Curvature Refraction and Parallax
Land Surveying in Practice (s1228)
Land Surveying in Practice Azimuth Determinations Line Layout Field Notes Survey Closure Quality Control Survey Monumentation The Surveyor's report
Satellite Positioning Methods (s1229)
Satellite Positioning Methods System Errors Point-Positioning Surveys by 3-D Fixes More Notes on Doppler Effect The Global Positioning System Carrier Vs. Code Differential Positioning Setting Control Specifications of a Land GPS Receiver

Positioning and Mapping at Sea (t76)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Positioning and Mapping at Sea (s1231)
Overview Introduction
Towed Streamer Acquisition (s1232)
Marine Seismic Operations Definition of Coordinate Reference Frame Source, Receiver and Common Depth Point Coordinates Survey Design, 3D Binning Grids and Sail-Line Definitions Acquisition, Logging, Processing and QC of navigation data
Satellite Positioning Systems (s1233)
Development of Satellite Positioning Systems GPS and Differential GPS Tail-buoy tracking and Secondary Vessel Positioning GPS Vessel Orientation GPS in Summary
Secondary Positioning Systems (s1234)
Secondary Positioning Systems Vessel Gyro Acoustic Networks and Ranges Laser Gun-Float and Buoy Positioning Cable Compasses Gun and Cable Depth Sensors Offsets, Lay-backs and Along-Cable measurements Echo Sounders
Positioning Systems Calibration (s1235)
Introduction Static Calibration Dynamic Calibration Magnetic Declination and Compass Bias Measuring Water Depths
Definitions Controls and Checks (s1236)
Contracts and Technical specifications Survey design and Bin Grid Definition Health Safety and Environmental and Operational Considerations Sail-Lines, Coverage, Feather, Bin-Fill and Undershoots
Navigation Data (s1237)
Logging Raw Navigation Data P2 Raw Data Contractors' Navigation Data Processing
Navigation QC and Reporting (s1238)
Navigation Quality Control Statistical Analysis of Error Communication and Reporting Maps, Charts, Post-Plots, Bathymetry and GIS
Additional Exploration Positioning Requirements (s1239)
Overview of 2D, OBC, Transition Zone, and 4D Acquisition Exploration Site Investigation and Rig Positioning
New Developments (s1240)
RTK, Full-Stream Acoustics, and Wide-swath Shooting
Supplemental Information (s5796)
Brief History of Positioning Technology Geodesy Datums, Spheroids and Projections Water Depth, Tides, Chart Datum, and Bathymetric Charts Implications to Health, Safety and Environment Technical Audit and Survey Audit Considerations Seismic Processing - Navigation Requirements Sample Navigational Technical Specification Survey Design, Bin-Grid and Sail-Lines Radio Positioning Systems

Multiple Coverage (t77)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Background (s6198)
Introduction The Development of Multiple Coverage
The Benefits and Limitations of Multiple Coverage (s6201)
Attenuation of Noise The Redundancy of the Method of Multiple Coverage Velocity Information Spatial Aliasing The Tolerances of Multiple Coverage and Common-midpoint Stacking
The Surface Diagram (s6207)
Introduction The Source-Receiver Plane The Midpoint Diagram Shots Between Groups The Calculation and Annotation of Fold Surface Diagrams in 3D Acquisition
Multiple Coverage at Sea (s6214)
Introduction Achieving Full Coverage Waterbreak Analysis Location of the Source Feathering The Two-ship Operation 3D Coverage
Multiple Coverage On Land (s6222)
Introduction The Rollalong Switch Spread Geometry Irregularities in the Line Progression The Crooked Line 3D Acquisition Geometries Other Operational Considerations
Common-midpoint Stacking (s6230)
Common-midpoint Stacking
Migration and Multiple Coverage (s6232)
Migration and Multiple Coverage
Vertical Seismic Profiling (s6234)
Vertical Seismic Profiling
Summary and Conclusions (s6236)
Summary and Conclusions
Conceptual Questions (s6266)
Conceptual Question 1 Conceptual Question 2 Conceptual Question 3 Conceptual Question 4 Conceptual Question 5 Conceptual Question 6 Conceptual Question 7 Conceptual Question 8 Conceptual Question 9 Conceptual Question 10

Array Design (t78)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Array Design (s6106)
Introduction to Array Design
Factors Affecting Group Dimensions (s6108)
Practicality Lateral Resolution Averaging of Plants Ambient Noise The First Breaks The Air Wave Rough Terrain Normal Moveout Formation Dip Spatial Aliasing Suppressing Source Generated Noise Source Generated Noise
Approaches to Array Design (s6121)
The Traditional Approach Developments of the Traditional Approach The Stack-Array Approach Relative Advantages of Each Approach
Traditional Array Design (s6126)
Field Testing Traditional Array Design Array Geometries Response of Linear Arrays Frequency Response of A Linear Array Response of the Tapered Array Combinations of Source and Receiver Arrays Optimum Combination of Two Linear Arrays The Chebychev Array Areal Arrays
Field Tests Measuring Source Generated Noise (s6137)
Review of Elastic Waves Wave Spread Testing Array Comparison Tests Box Wave Testing Synthesizing Test Arrays From Production Data A Final Note: the Balance
A Universal Approach to Acquisition (s6144)
Introduction Range of Velocities Universal Parameters Economic Justification Symmetrical Sampling
Arrays in 3D (s6150)
Arrays in 3D Overview
Arrays at Sea (s6152)
Hydrophone Arrays Source Arrays Super Long Arrays

Vibroseis (t79)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Vibroseis in Principle (s1253)
Vibroseis The Vibroseis Concept Compressing a Sweep into a Pulse Vibroseis System Correlation The Vibroseis Wavelet Cross Correlation
Vibroseis in Practice (s1254)
Vibroseis in Action The Vibrator The Vibrator Electronics The Effects of Distortion Instrumental Considerations Practical Considerations in the Fields Special Techniques Specialized Equipment

Choosing the Field Variables (t80)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction and Basic Concepts (s1256)
Scope Defining the Exploration Problem Defining the Geophysical Problem Vertical Resolution Improving the Resolution Deconvolution and Signal Noise Bandwidth Lateral Resolution
Judgements From the Field Data (s1257)
Historical Data Judgements from Field Data Benefits From Processing
Field Variables (s5939)
Reasoned Progression for Choosing Field Variables
Experimental Shooting (s1258)
Are Field Experiments Necessary? Test Methods
Criteria for Choosing Field Variables (s1259)
Sampling Ranges Receiver Arrays The Source Relation of Source Points to Geophone Stations 3-D Geometries
The Land Impulsive Source (s5940)
The Land Source Source Variables Source Effort
The Vibroseis Source (s5941)
Vibroseis Overview The Linear Sweep The Nonlinear Sweep Whitening the Spectrum Through Nonlinear Sweeps Signal-to-Noise Considerations Nonlinear Sweep Conclusions Vibroseis Techniques Procedure for Designing a Vibroseis Survey
Receivers and Recording Systems (s5942)
Receiver Overview Recording Systems
Marine and Transition Zone Surveys (s1260)
Differences Between Marine and Land Surveys Sources Streamers Ship Speed and the Stack Array Considerations for Transition-Zone Surveys
Conclusions (s5943)
Economic Considerations Factors Affecting the Seismic Program Conclusion

Quality Control in the Field (t81)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Quality Control in the Field (s1262)
Field Quality Assurance in Geophysics Basic Concerns of the Client Specifications
Land Surveys (s1263)
Objectives Instrument Tests Operational Quality Vibroseis Vibroseis Limitations Reporting
Marine Surveys (s1264)
Positioning Sources Instrument and Streamer Tests Missing Shots and Other Problems Reporting
Safety and Environmental Concerns (s1265)
Overview High Energy Sources Blasting Concerns Avoiding Environmental Damage Driving Helicopter Operations
Cost Effectiveness (s1266)
Why Consider Cost Effectiveness Survey Contracts

Multicomponent Seismic Applications (t6105)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Multicomponent Seismic Applications (s6287)
P- and S-waves
Exploration Value (s6289)
Introduction: the Value of P- and S-wave Data Predict Fractures Improved Structural Image Improved P-wave Seismic Predicting Fluid Type
Theory (s6295)
Wave Propagation Shear Wave Splitting Velocity and Rock Properties Conversion Reflection and Refraction Amplitude Variation With offset
Shear Source Shear Receiver (s6302)
Introduction The Source The Receiver Polarity Convention Orientation Bandwidth
Compression Source Compression Receiver (s6309)
Overview
Compression Source Shear Receiver (s6311)
Compression Source – Shear Receiver The Reflection Point Polarity Issues Land Converted Wave Acquisition Marine Operations
Processing (s6317)
Introduction Rotation Binning Statics NMO Effect of Lateral Velocity Variation Prestack Depth Migration P and Z Summation
Interpretation (s6326)
Depth Calibration Vp/Vs Analysis Amplitudes Anisotropy Layer Stripping Improved Structural Images Predicting Fluid Type Predicting Lithology Predicting Fractures and Permeability
Review of Best Practices (s6336)
Review of Best Practices

Seismic Processing

Basic Processing (t36504)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Basic Processing Overview (s36505)
Objective of Seismic Processing Basic Seismic Processing Sequence The Utility of CMP Data Frequency Filtering Array Simulation Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Pre-Processing and Deconvolution (s36513)
Data Loading and Demultiplexing Trace Editing Gain Recovery and Trace Equalization Datum Corrections Deconvolution Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Stacking and Velocity Analysis (s36521)
CMP Sorting Velocity Analysis Normal Moveout Correction Multiple Attenuation Dereverberation Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Migration and Post-Processes (s36529)
Seismic Migration Post-Processes Display

Initial Processes (t36535)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Field Data (s36536)
Introduction SEG Seismic Field Recording Format (SEG-D) SEG Seismic Trade Format (SEG-Y) The Observer Report and Field Notes Initial Checks
Pre-Processing Flow (s36542)
Introduction Gain Recovery De-Multiplexing Re-Sampling Assigning Geometry Datum Corrections Amplitude Adjustments Trace Editing Commom MidPoint Gather Common Offset Gather Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3
Practical Considerations (s36558)
The Choice of Variables and Processing Order Reprocessing Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2

Velocities (t36565)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Influencing Factors (s36566)
Rock Composition Fracturing Depth and Age Differential Pressure Pore Fluid Properties and Temperature Velocity Variations Summary Exercise No.1
Seismic Velocities Definition (s36575)
Normal Moveout NMO for Dipping Layer Stacking Velocities Instantaneous Interval and Average Velocities NMO Stretching Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3
Velocity Analysis (s36584)
Introduction Constant Velocity Stack Panel Coherence Measures and the Velocity Analysis Display Horizon Velocity Analysis
Practical Considerations for Velocity Analysis (s36591)
Processing Considerations Selection of Velocity Analysis Variables Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Interpreting and Refining the Velocity Model (s36596)
Picking and Verifying the Velocities Residual NMO Analysis Harmonizing Stacking and Well Survey Velocities DMO
Additional Technologies (s36601)
Velocity Analysis for Anisotropic Media Tomographic Velocity Analysis Migration Velocity Analysis

Static Corrections (t36726)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Basic Concepts (s36727)
Introduction Recording Considerations Static Effects on the Stack Statics in the Overall Processing Flow Interpretive Considerations in Statics Exercise No.1
Long Wavelength Statics (s36733)
Introduction Basic Statics Computations Choosing a Seismic Datum Geological Consideration Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3
Deterministic Techniques for Deriving the Near Surface Velocity Models (s36738)
Introduction Uphole Surveys Seismic Refraction Theory and Application Refraction Interpretation Methods Tomography Statics Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Short Wavelength Static (Residual Static) (s36744)
Introduction Cross Correlation Methods Surface Consistent Methods Genetic Algorithms Cross-Dip Corrections and 3-D Statics Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Layer Replacement Techniques (s36750)
Introduction The Effects of an Irregular Sea Floor Layer Replacement by Ray - Trace Modeling Wave Equation Datuming

Deconvolution (t36653)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Basic Concepts (s36654)
Introduction The Convolutional Model The Seismic Source The Complete Seismic Model Deconvolution in Theory Deconvolution Parameters Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3
Single-Trace Statistical Deconvolution (s36661)
Spiking Deconvolution Zero-Phase Deconvolution Predictive Deconvolution Exercise No.1
Deterministic Methods (s36665)
Dephasing Versus the Full Wavelet Inverse Deconvolution with a Known Wavelet Deconvolution with Known Reflectivity
Multi-Trace Deconvolution (s36669)
Introduction Shot Deconvolution Surface-Consistent Deconvolution Poststack Multi-Trace Deconvolution Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Alternative Methods of Deconvolution (s36674)
Maximum Likelihood Deconvolution Minimum Entropy Deconvolution L1-Norm Deconvolution Q Deconvolution Exercise No.1
Practical Considerations in Deconvolution (s36679)
Comparison Methods Seismic Source Deconvolution - A Suggested Processing Scheme Exercise No.1

Stacking, Filtering and Display (t36607)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Common Midpoint Stacking (s36682)
Definitions Prestack Processes The Mean Amplitude Stack Benefits and Limitations Irregular Geometry Exercise No.1
Alternative Forms (s36688)
Introduction Weighting by Mute Weighting by Offset Median Stack Diversity Stack Trimmed Mean Stacking Coherence Stack (or Semblance) Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Velocity Filters (s36694)
Introduction The Two Dimensional Filter Pre-Stack Filtering Post-Stack Filtering Exercise No.1
Final Filtering (s36699)
Band Pass Filters Time Variant Filters Filter Panels
Display (s36703)
Final Amplitude Manipulation Display Scales Display Modes Polarity Conventions Plot Annotation

Seismic Migration (t36616)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Overview of Seismic Migration (s36617)
Introduction Migration Types Methods Modes Effect of the Seismic Migration on the Geological Features Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3 Exercise No.4 Exercise No.5
Seismic Migration Methods (s36628)
Introduction Kirchhoff Migration Finite Difference Migration Fourier Transform Migration Practical Considerations Exercise No.1
Depth Migration (s36635)
Introduction Kirchhof Depth Migration Finite Difference Depth Migration Fourier Transform Depth Migration Practical Considerations Exercise No.1
2D Versus 3D Migration (s36642)
Introduction Two-Pass and One-Pass Techniques Exercise No.1
Seismic Migration in Anisotropic Media (s36646)
Introduction Migration in VTI Media Other Anisotropic Media Exercise No.1

Seismic Interpretation

Basic Seismic Interpretation (t90)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Seismic Sections and Geological Features (s1315)
Introduction Sedimentary Layers Unconformities Faults and Sedimentary Accumulations Erosional Channels Mound Deposits and Reefs Absence of Reflections Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Seismic Interpretation Examples (s1316)
Unconformities and Tectonic History Faults Reefs Timing of Diapiric Movement Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3

Fault Interpretation (t92)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Faults in Petroleum Provinces (s1322)
Introduction General Issues in Interpretation
Stress and Strain (s1323)
Stress Strain Rock Strength, Brittleness and Ductility Principal Stress Directions and Faulting
Fault Nomenclature (s1324)
General Terminology Normal Faults Thrust Faults Strike-Slip Faults Simple Fault Traps
Seismic Expression of Faults (s1325)
Introduction Faults and Diffractions Perfect and Imperfect Migration Fault Plane Reflection Coefficient Steeply Dipping Fault Planes Refracted Fault Plane Reflections Reactivation and Wrenching Basic Interpretation Rules
Fault Data Interpretation (s1326)
Fault Plane Maps Structure Maps: Basic Principles Structure Mapping: Example Role of Reflection Time Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Structural Styles and Faulting (s1327)
Introduction Divergent Basins: Overview Divergent Basins: Basement-Involved Faulting Divergent Basins: Growth Faults Divergent Basins: Salt Movement Faults Divergent Basins: Shale Movement Faults Divergent Basins: Gravity-Induced Faulting Convergent Basins: Overview Convergent Basins: Basement-Involved Faulting Convergent Basins: Non-Basement-Involved Faulting Strike-Slip Basins Cratonic Basins Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7
Faults: 3-D and Workstation Interpretation (s1328)
Overview Time Slices Composite Displays Time Slice Movies Fault Slices Case Studies

Seismic Contouring (t91)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Contouring Fundamentals (s1317)
Introduction Shapes and Contours Simple Contour Patterns Classical Structural Prospect Faulted Structures Relevance of Line Spacing Map Example: Kapuni Field, New Zealand
Contouring by Hand (s1318)
Introduction Picking: Basic Concepts Picking: General Rules Location Map Transferring Features Misties Digitizing and Posting Contouring Procedures Contouring: Some Finer Points Rules of Contouring Ethics of Contouring Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Contouring by Machine (s1319)
Introduction Possible Approaches Gridding Approach: Grid Sizing Gridding Approach: Calculating Grid Values Gridding Approach: Constructing Contours Triangular Approach Interactive Workstations
Interval Maps (s4659)
General Principles
Contour Maps: Operations (s4660)
Areas and Volumes Two-Dimensional Filtering: Trends and Residuals Map Migration

Velocity Interpretation and Depth Conversion (t93)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Seismic Velocities (s1330)
Introduction Average Velocity Internal Velocity Root-Mean-Square (RMS) Velocity Normal-Moveout (NMO) Velocity Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Normalized Interval Velocity (s1331)
Lithology, Age, Pore Pressure and Depth Sand-Shale Ratio Depth Normalized Velocity Method Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Well Velocities (s1332)
Sonic Logs Checkshot Surveys Vertical Seismic Profiles Exercise No. 1
Seismic Velocity Databases (s1333)
Data Preparation Quality Control Techniques Gridding and Smoothing
Time-Depth Conversion Methods (s1334)
Effects of a Varying Water Layer Constant Function Method Time-Line Method Average Velocity Method Internal Velocity Method Workstation Example: Average Velocity Method Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Normalized Interval Velocity Techniques (s1335)
Introduction Compaction Curves Iterative Depth Algorithm (IDA) Lithology Determination Interpretation Study Example
Error Factors (s1336)
Statistical, Systematic and Geological Errors

Hydrocarbon Indicators (t94)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Seismic Methods and Hydrocarbon Detection (s1339)
Introduction Historical Perspective
Reflections and Seismic Parameters (s1340)
Huygens' Principle Fresnel Zone Amplitude Phase Character Frequency Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Seismic Attributes and Their Preservation (s1341)
Acquisition of Seismic Data Waveform Processing Amplitude Processing Static Corrections Stacking Velocities and Moveout Correction Dip Moveout Velocities (DMO) Migration and Depth Migration Optimized Processing Sequence for Stratigraphic Objectives Use of Color Displays Examples of Color Displays Exercise No. 1
Amplitude HCIs (s1342)
Introduction Geologic Processes Lithology Effects Sand/ Shale Reflectivity Zones Dim Spot: Zones II and III Carbonates and Other Lithologies Exercise No. 1
Amplitude Versus offset (AVO) (s1343)
Energy Partitioning AVO Methods AVO Pros and Cons AVO Modeling AVO Case Studies Exercise No. 1
Seismic Modeling (s1344)
Modeling Approaches Structural Applications Stratigraphic Applications Inverse Models Inverse Modeling Case Studies Exercise No. 1
3-D Seismic Data, Workstations and Hydrocarbon Indicators (s1345)
Benefits and Display Capabilities Exercise No. 1
Shear Waves and Other Hydrocarbon Indicators (s1346)
Shear Waves Multi-Component Surveys Vertical Seismic Profiles (VSPs) and Borehole Tomography 4-D: Time Variant Exercise No. 1
Hydrocarbon Indicator Validation (s1347)
General Guidelines Exercise No. 1

Seismic Stratigraphic Modeling (t95)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Stratigraphic Prospects (s1348)
Exploration Trends Stratigraphic Traps Seismic Data and Stratigraphic Information
Stratigraphic Seismology (s1349)
Resolution Stratigraphic Acquisition Stratigraphic Processing Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Velocity and the Seismic Response (s1350)
Velocity and Rock Properties Reflection and Acoustic Impedance Exercise No. 1
Forward Modeling (s1351)
Introduction Integration of Seismic and Subsurface Data Synthetic Seismogram Modeling Multi-Dimensional Modeling Building a Geologic Model Two-Dimensional Modeling: Pinacle Reef Two-Dimensional Modeling: Sand/ Shale Sequence Two-Dimensional Modeling: Gas-Bearing Sand Stratigraphic Models: Case Studies Three and Four-Dimensional Modeling Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Inverse Modeling (s1352)
Inversion Processing Synthetic Sonic Display Case Study
Amplitude vs. offset Analysis (s1353)
Energy Partitioning AVO Models Limitations of the AVO Method Gas and Sand Case Study Exercise No. 1

3-D Seismic and Other Geophysical Methods

3-D and 4-D Seismic (t23455)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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3-D Seismic Techniques: An Overview (s23456)
General Introduction 3-D Methods Described
3-D Seismic Data Acquisition (s23459)
History and Early Development Survey Design Criteria - Field Parameters Land Acquisition Swath Shooting Marine Applications Transition Zone Acquisition Navigation and Surveying
3-D Seismic Data Processing (s23467)
Seismic Data Pre-processing Velocity Analyses Trace Binning NMO Statics and Stacking Statics Scaling and Stacking Migration In-Field 3-D Processing
3-D Interpretation Basics (s23475)
Interpretation Introduction 3-D Displays Time Slices Composites Colors in 3-D Displays Interpretation Workstations Special Interpretation Capabilities Movies Structural Flattening Interpreting and Picking Seismic Data Interpreting Data on the Workstation Interpreting Lines Interpreting Time Slices Interpreting Composite Displays Using Contiguous Lines Time Slices and Movies Tying Interpretations Depth Conversion
3-D Interpretation in Practice (s23493)
Structural Overview and Skeleton Interpretations Infill Picking Specialized Techniques Mapping 3-D Interpretation - Summary
Overview of 3-D Volume Visualization (s23499)
Introduction Fundamental Elements Paring the Data Case Studies Visualization Software
4-D Seismic Applications (s23505)
Introduction to Time-Lapse Seismic in Reservoir Monitoring Process Summary Factors Controlling Project Feasibility Designing the 4-D Program Case Study Water Injection Case Study

Gravity and Magnetics (t96)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Gravitational Force Fields (s1356)
Gravity and its Units of Measurement General Relationships Exercise No. 1
Densities of Rocks (s1357)
Density Computation Density Contrasts Sources of Density Data Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Determination of Gravity Effects on Geologic Bodies (s1358)
Infinite Slab Model Thin 2-D Prism Model Thin Disk Model 2-D Computer Models Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Gravity Data: Reduction and Processing (s1359)
Introduction Station Gravity Corrections for Expected Variations Corrections for Marine and Airborne Gravity Regional and Isostatic Effects Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Gravity Survey Design and Gravity Meters (s1360)
Introduction Survey Design Geographic Surveying Land Gravity Instruments Borehole Gravity Meter Underwater Gravity Meters Marine and Airborne Gravity Meters Measurement of Gravity from Satellites Survey Costs and Accuracies
Surface Gravity Interpretation (s1361)
Geologic Applications and General Procedure Applying Local Geological Knowledge Determining Gravity/Magnetic Response Analyzing Data Suitability Determining Residual Gravity Qualitative Analysis Depth Estimation Quantitative Gravity Modeling Gravity Stripping Anomalous Mass Estimates Integration of Gravity Rock Typing of Unknown Seismic Events
Borehole Gravity (s1362)
Applications Density from Borehole Gravity Advantages and Features of Borehole Gravity BHGM Density Logging Remote Sensing
Magnetic Force Fields (s1363)
Introduction Superposition of Potentials Gravity and Magnetic Potentials Gravity and Magnetic Attractions Principles Arising from Potential Analysis Earth's Magnetic Field Exercise No. 1
Magnetism of Rocks (s1364)
Introduction Natural Remnant Magnetism Temperature Effects Physical Measurement
Magnetic Anomalies and their Geological Significance (s1365)
Geologic Significance Basement and Sedimentary Features Intrabasement Magnetization Contacts Suprabasement Structural Anomalies Intrasedimentary Magnetic Effects Diagenetic Anomalies Magenetic Survey Results
Magnetic Anomaly Signatures (s1366)
Qualitative Sketching Magnetic Effect, Infinite Slab 2-D Intrabasement Susceptibility Change Suprabasement Structural Anomaly 3-D Intrabasement and Suprabasement 2-D Computer Models Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Magnetic Instruments and Field Surveys (s1367)
Introduction Magnetic Survey Design Time Variations in the Magnetic Field Magnetometers Aeromagnetic Survey Systems Marine Magnetic Surveys
Magnetic Data Processing and Mapping (s1368)
Introduction Corrections for Expected Variations
Magnetic Interpretation (s1369)
Magnetics and Earth's Crustal Structure Geologic Applications and General Procedure Applying Local Geologic Knowledge Determining Gravity/Magnetic Response Data Examination Removing Regional Effects Effect of Local Inclination and Declination Qualitative'Quick Look Interpretation' Depth Estimation Modeling and Other Applications Exercise No. 1
Gravity and Magnetic Maps: Enhancement Methods (s5441)
Introduction Fourier Domain Filtering Examples of Filtered Maps

Crosswell Seismology (t5600)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Crosswell Seismology (s5601)
History of Crosswell Seismology
When to Run a Crosswell Survey (s5602)
Surface Seismic Imaging and Crosswell Imaging Where Does Crosswell Seismology Work? Typical Crosswell Seismic Data Applications
Crosswell Data Acquisition (s5603)
Downhole Sources and Receivers Tube Waves and Their Attenuation Pre-Survey Planning
Crosswell Seismic Data Processing and Analysis (s5604)
Crosswell Seismic Surveys and Surface Seismic Surveys Crosswell Direct Arrival Traveltime Tomography Crosswell reflection Imaging
Crosswell Seismology Recommended Practices (s5608)
Crosswell Seismology Recommended Practices

Vertical Seismic Profiles (t6365)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Vertical Seismic Profiles (s6366)
Background
VSP Survey Fundamentals (s6368)
The VSP Measurement Procedure When VSP Should Be Considered
VSP Survey Recording Geometries (s6371)
Offset Walkaway and Zero-offset Geometries Inverse VSP
The VSP Receiver (s6374)
Introduction General Requirements of VSP Receivers Multi-Level Receiver Arrays
The VSP Source (s6378)
General Requirements of VSP Sources Land-Based VSP Source Mechanisms Offshore Energy Sources
Recording Systems (s6382)
Overview
Pre-Survey Modeling (s6384)
The Importance of Pre-Survey Modeling
VSP Acquisition Practices and Concerns (s6386)
Acquisition Practices Acquisition Concerns Unique to VSP
VSP Processing Fundamentals (s6389)
Basic Principles of VSP Processing Wavefield Separation Techniques Deconvolution of VSP Data Shifting VSP Times Comparing the VSP with Surface Seismic Data Processing Three-Component VSP Data VSP Imaging
VSP Applications (s6397)
Interpretation VSP Imaging Use of VSP Data Role of VSP Vsp and Well Completion Salt Proximity Analyses Microseismicity from Borehole Geophone Arrays Shear-Wave Vertical Seismic Profiling 3D VSP
Summary (s6407)
Summary

Other Geophysical Techniques (t996)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Borehole Velocity Measurements (s573)
Introduction Acoustic Logging: Basic Principles Acoustic Logging Tools Acoustic Logging, Surface Equipment Acoustic Logging Procedures Acoustic Log Presentation Acoustic Log, Sources of Error Acoustic Log Editing Velocity Surveys, Basic Principles Well Geophones and Surface Equipment Velocity Survey Procedures Velocity Surveys: Geophone Locations Velocity Surveys: Quality Control Velocity Surveys in Deviated Wells Velocity Surveys and Refraction Effects Velocity Surveys on Land Time-Depth Conversion Vibroseis as a Source Acoustic Log Calibration Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Synthetic Seismogram (s574)
Basic Principles Log Sampling, General Considerations Sampling Methods Comparison Section Long-Path Multiples Short-Path Multiples Reflection Pulse Practical Problems and Considerations Matching the Trace to the Seismic Section Applications Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3

Petroleum Engineering

Petroleum Production Performance

Fluid Flow and the Production System (t978)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Production Systems (s629)
Production System Overview Inflow Performance: Darcy's Law Inflow Performance: Absolute Permeability Inflow Performance: Effective Permeability Inflow Performance: Relative Permeability Inflow Performance: Productivity Index Inflow Performance Relationship (IPR) Artificial Lift Methods Vertical Lift Performance: Flow Regimes Vertical Lift Performance: Tbg Head Pressure Surface Choke Performance, Flowing Wells Integrating IPR, THP and Choke Performance Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Inflow Performance Relationship (s632)
Introduction Flow Rate and Bottomhole Pressure Drive Mechanisms, influence on IPR Curve Vogel IPR Calculation Method Standing’s Extension of Vogel IPR Method Fetkovich IPR Curves IPR and Skin Effect IPR and Flow Efficiency: Standing Type Curves IPR in Stratified Formations IPR: Evaluation of Vogel, Fetkovich Methods IPR Well Test Procedures Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Vertical Lift Performance (s104)
Tubing Pressure Gradient Variables Influencing Vertical Pressure Loss Flow Correlations Pressure Traverse Curves Tubing Head Pressure (THP) Curve Heading Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Flowing Well Performance (s105)
Surface Chokes: General Description Choke Performance Relationships Determination of Well Potential Flow Stability Well Performance Analysis: A Summary Prediction of Future Well Performance Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3

Artificial Lift Methods (t36234)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Artificial Lift Overview (s36235)
Introduction To Artificial Lift Selecting An Artificial Lift Method
Gas Lift (s36238)
Gas Lift System Overview Downhole Installations Gas Lift Valves Gas Lift Valve Mechanics Continuous Gas Lift Intermittent Gas Lift Practical Aspects Of Well Unloading And Operation Gas Lift Surface Facilities
Reciprocating Rod Pump Systems (s36247)
Rod Pumping Overview Surface Equipment Subsurface Equipment Subsurface Pump Selection Rod String Design Api System Design Procedure Polished Rod Dynamometers Rod Load Versus Displacement System Monitoring: Dynagraphs
Progressive Cavity Pump (PCP) Systems (s36257)
PCP System Overview PCP System Components PCP System Design And Installation PCP Operation
Hydraulic Pump Systems (s36262)
Hydraulic Pumping: Overview Subsurface Hydraulic Pumps Reciprocating Pumps: Operating Principles Downhole Installations Surface Facilities Reciprocating Pumps: System Design Reciprocating Pumps: Operating Considerations Jet Pumps: Design And Operation
Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) Systems (s36271)
ESP System Overview ESP Power Components ESP Operating Principles ESP System Design ESP System Operation
Plunger Lift Systems (s36277)
Plunger Lift Overview Plunger Lift Design And Installation

Production Performance Evaluation (t982)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Production Rate Decline Curves (s109)
Introduction Constant Percentage Decline Hyperbolic, Harmonic Decline Graphical Representation of Production Rate Decline Decline Curve Applications (Constant Percentage) Data Collection, Analysis and Smoothing Operating Practices, Effect of Changes Gas Well Reserves Estimation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9

Production Equipment and Operations

Wellheads, Flow Control Equipment and Flowlines (t110)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Casing and Tubing Head Equipment (s1370)
Introduction Casing Heads Casing Spools Casing Hangers Packoffs and Isolation Seals Bowl Protectors Test Plugs Mudline Suspension Systems Tubing Heads Tubing Hangers and Tubing Head Adapters Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5 Exercise 6 Exercise 7 Exercise 8
Flow Control at the Wellhead (s3575)
Gate Valves Production Chokes Christmas Tree Assemblies Low-Pressure Installations (Examples) High-Pressure Installations (Examples) Flanges and Clamps Independent Wellheads Unitized Wellheads Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3
Flowlines (s3576)
Basic Design Parameters Line Pipe Fabrication and Specifications Pressure Loss Calculations Sizing of Lines Effect of Design on Well Performance Installation and Testing Pipe Insulation Temperature Differentials Corrosion Control (External) Corrosion Control (Internal) Cleaning and Inspection
Valves, Fittings and Flanges (s3577)
Gate Valves Plug Valves and Ball Valves Globe Valves Butterfly Valves Diaphragm Valves Check Valves Pipe Fittings
Production Manifolds (s1376)
Basic Components Fabrication

Wireline Production Operations (t112)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Wireline Production Work (s1382)
History Overview and Applications
Wireline Surface Equipment (s1383)
Typical Assembly Wirelines Reel System Depth Measuring Devices Weight Indicator Lubricator and Stuffing Box Wireline Valves Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3
Wireline Tool String, Basic Components (s1384)
General Description Wireline Socket Stem Jars Knuckle Joint
Wireline Tubing Conditioning Skills (s1385)
Functions Tubing Gauge Cutter Tubing Swage and Tubing Broach Blind Box Impression Block
Wireline Pulling Tools and Running Tools (s3570)
Pulling Tools Running Tools
Wireline Fishing Tools (s3571)
Wire Finders Wireline Grab and Center Spear Wire Retriever Cutter Bar and Go Devil Kinley Snepper Exercise 1
Wireline Bailers (s3572)
Pump Bailers Drive-Down Bailers Hydrostatic Bailers Junk Baskets Exercise 1
Wireline Specialty Tools (s3573)
Roller Stem Tubular, Hydraulic and Mechanical Detent Jars Tubing End Locator Collar Stops and Tubing Stops
Wireline-Operated Completion and Production Control Equipment (s3574)
Lock Mandrels Landing Nipple Systems Landing Nipple System Examples (Halliburton Equipment) Landing Nipple System Examples (Camco Equipment) Plugs Wireline Retrievable Safety Valves Gas Lift Valves and Side Pocket Mandrels Sliding Sleeves Packoffs Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5 Exercise 6 Exercise 7
Wireline Remedial Operations (s1386)
Sand Bailing Paraffin Cutting Tubing Leak Repair and Pressure Testing Safety Valve Problems Fishing Jobs Exercise 1
Wireline Well Maintenance and Data Gathering (s1387)
Gas Lift Valve Installation and Retrieval Wireline Recompletions Swabbing Pressure Surveys
Wireline Operating Requirements (s1388)
Information Requirements Well Condition and Surface Equipment Requirements Downhole Equipment Requirements Safety Procedures

Fluid Separation and Treatment (t111)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Production Facility Overview (s1378)
Fluid Treatment Objectives Production and Separation of Well Fluids Treatment and Handling of Separated Fluids Additional Facility Functions Exercise 1 Exercise 2
Separation of Produced Fluids (s1379)
Two-Phase(Liquid-Gas) Separation Three-Phase (Gas, Oil and Water) Separation Two-Phase Horizontal Separators Two-Phase Vertical Separators Spherical Separators Double-Barreled and Filter-Type Separators Comparison of Two-Phase Separator Types Three-Phase Horizontal Separators Three-Phase Vertical Separators Internal Components Pressure and Level Controllers Pressure Relief Valves and Rupture Discs Operating Problems Sizing Two-Phase Separators Sizing Three-Phase Separators Stage Separation Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5
Treatment of Separation Oil (s1380)
Emulsions and Their Treatment Vertical Treaters Horizontal Treaters Electrostatic Treaters Chemical Treatment Other Treating Equipment Sizing of Treating Equipment Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4

Oilfield Safety (t113)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Emergency Prepareness (s1389)
Hazard Awareness Safety Meetings Emergency Plan Development Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Incident Reporting and Investigation (s1390)
Accidents and Incidents Reporting Procedures Investigation Procedures Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Safety Hazards in Oil and Gas Production (s1392)
Overview Water-Related Hazards Unconfined Vapor Releases Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion (BLEVE) Compressor Station Hazards Pyrophoric Iron Sulfide Hydrogen Sulfide (Sour Gas) Chemical Hazards Electrical Hazards Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No.6
Safe Work Practices (s1393)
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Site Housekeeping Lifting and Handling of Materials by Hand Rigging Safety and Work at Heights Confined/Enclosed Space Entry Shutdown and Startup Procedures Welding and the Use of Power Tools Well Workovers Driving Safety Guidelines First Aid: General Considerations Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10 Exercise No. 11
Safety and Control of Site Activities (s1394)
Work Permit Systems Safety Inspection Procedures Site Security Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Fire Prevention and Control (s1397)
Fire Chemistry Detection of Flammable and Toxic Atmospheres Properties of Flammable and Combustible Liquids Control of Ignition Sources Fire Protection Systems and Equipment Firefighting Agents Hand-held Fire Extinguishers Firefighter Training Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10 Exercise No. 11 Exercise No. 12

Cased Hole Logging (t114)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Cased Hole Logging Overview (s1401)
Typical Setup Logging Environment Regions of Investigation for Cased Hole Tools
Formation Evaluation in Cased Holes (s1402)
Pulsed Neutron Capture Measurement Cased Hole Resistivity Tool Pulsed Neutron Capture Log Presentations Pulsed Neutron Capture Log Applications Carbon-Oxygen (C/O) Measurement Compensated Neutron Measurement Natural Gamma Ray Measurement Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5 Exercise 6 Exercise 7
Cement Bond Evaluation (s1403)
Cement Bond Log (CBL) Microannulus Effects, Tool Centralization and Quality Control Cement Bond Index Wellbore-Compensated CBL Pad-Type CBL Pulse-Echo CBL and Circumferential Imaging Tools Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5
Casing Inspection (s3578)
Overview Mechanical Calipers Electromagnetic Tools Casing Potential Surveys Acoustic Casing Inspection Exercise 1
Qualitative Flow Evaluation (s1404)
Temperature Surveys Borehole Noise Surveys Radioactive Tracer Surveys Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5 Exercise 6 Exercise 7 Exercise 8
Flow Rate Determination in the Wellbore (s1405)
Fluid Behavior Injection Well Profiling Using Radioactive Tracers Flowmeters (Turbine Type) Multiphase Vertical Flow Multiphase Flow in Deviated Wells Oxygen Activation Measurement
Production Logging of Multiphase Flow in Horizontal Wells (s5609)
Introduction Configurations and Flow Regimes Logging Equipment and Techniques Used in Horizontal Wells Conventional Production Logging Tools Production Logging Tools Designed for Horizontal Wells Case Studies References Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5 Exercise 6 Exercise 7 Exercise 8 Exercise 9 Exercise 10

Intelligent Completions (t36209)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Intelligent Completions (s36210)
Overview Historical Perspective
Fundamentals of Pressure Sensors (s36213)
Basic Pressure Sensing Technology Exploiting Crystal Properties of Quartz Quartz Sensors
Fiber Optic Sensing and Telemetry Systems (s36217)
Introduction to Downhole Fiber Optics Fundamentals of Light Propagation Fiber Optic Transmission Modes Architecture of Optical Sensor Systems Fiber Optic Gratings Bragg Grating Sensors Distributed Temperature Sensing Systems DTS Applications
Downhole Flow Control (s36226)
Real-time Flow Control
Assessing Reliability (s36228)
Reliability and Environmental Modeling Failure Analysis and Testing Standards

Drilling Engineering

Well Planning (t115)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Well Planning Overview (s1407)
Major Components Tasks and Responsibilities
Well Selection (s1408)
Budget Objectives Prospect Selection Reservoir Potential Evaluation Prospect Acquisition and Location Selection
AFE Preparation (s1409)
Introduction Geological Input Completion and Testing Requirements Drilling Considerations Cost Estimates and AFE Approval
Well Plan Organization and Data Gathering (s1410)
General Outline Information Sources Initial Planning Meeting Environmental and Regulatory Requirements Location, Support and Logistics Pressure Prediction Drilling Problems
Well Design Considerations (s1411)
Casing and Tubing Design Wellhead Design Mud Program Cementing Program Bit Program Hydraulics Program Hole Deviation in Non-Directional Wells Logging, Coring and Testing
Rig Design Considerations (s1412)
Well Control and Blowout Prevention Rig Specifications
Procedures (s1413)
Drilling and Completion Support and Logistics Emergencies
Drilling Contracts (s1414)
Contract Procurement Bidding Considerations
Cost Reviews (s1415)
Drilling and Completion Costs AFE and Well Plan Review

Drill String Components (t116)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Drill String Overview (s1425)
Design Considerations Principal Components Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3
Kelly (s1426)
General Description Performance Considerations Exercise No.1
Drill Pipe (s1427)
Dimensions and Strengths Upsets Tool Joints Capacity and Displacement Handling Guidelines Fatigue and Drill String Failures Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3 Exercise No.4 Exercise No.5
Drill Collars (s1428)
General Description Tapered Strings Special Features Connections Exercise No.1
Heavy Wall Drill Pipe (s3821)
General Description
Bottomhole Assembly Tools (s3822)
Stabilizers Drilling Jars Reamers Hole Openers Float Subs Circulating Subs Crossover Subs Vibration Dampeners Drill Strings for High-Angle Drilling

Drill Bits (t983)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Drill Bits (s1429)
Bit Types and IADC Classifications Rock Failure Mechanisms
Roller Cone Bit Design (s1430)
Geometry Cutting Elements Bearings Exercise No.1
Fixed Cutter Bit Design (s1431)
General Considerations Body Materials Diamond Cutting Elements Bit Profiles and Hydraulic Systems Design Features Summary
Bit Hydraulics (s1432)
Basic Concepts Fixed Cutter Bits: Special Considerations Hydraulics Optimization Criteria Exercise No.1
Bit Selection Criteria (s1433)
Formation Properties Bit Specifications and Rig Capabilities
Bit Grading and Evaluation (s1434)
IADC Grading System Traditional Grading Criteria: Rolling Cutter Bits Factors Affecting Bit Wear Bit Run Economics Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Bit Operating Guidelines (s1435)
General Considerations Roller Cone Bits Fixed Cutter Bits
Bit Run Optimization (s36874)
Bit Balling Roller Cone Bit Life: Bearing , Tooth Failure Critieria Thermal and Mechanical Effects on PDC Bit Wear Rates PDC Bit Optimization in Downhole Motor Drilling

Drilling Fluids and the Circulating System (t117)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Drilling Fluids Overview (s1419)
Principal Functions of Drilling Fluids Drilling Fluid Classifications Drilling Fluid Composition Drilling Fluid Properties Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Drilling Rig Circulating System (s3817)
General Description Auxiliary Systems Mud Pumps Exercise No.1
Drilling Fluid Components and Additives (s1420)
Drilling Fluid Components Weighting Materials Viscosifiers Filtration Control Materials Rheology Control Materials Alkalinity and pH Control Materials Lost Circulation Materials Surface Active Agents Lubricating Materials Flocculating Materials Shale-Stabilizing Materials Inhibitors Polymers Inorganic Acids, Bases and Salts High-Temperature, High-Pressure (HPHT) Components and Additives Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3
Drilling Fluid Systems (s1421)
Classification of Water-Base Drilling Fluid Systems Nondispersed-Noninhibited Water-Base Systems Nondispersed-Inhibited Water-Based Systems Dispersed-Noninhibited Water-Base System Dispersed-Inhibited Water-Base Systems Oil-Base (Invert-Emulsion) Systems Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Solids Control (s1424)
Solids Control in Drilling Operations Solids Control Methods Principles of Solids Removal Exercise No.1
Clay Chemistry (s1423)
Introduction Fundamental Structure Clay Mineral Groups Clays in Drilling Fluids Summary of Physiochemical Reactions Exercise No.1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Environmental Aspects of Drilling Mud Engineering (s36785)
Environmental Issues in Drilling Operations Surface Disposal Methods Subsurface Disposal Methods
Field Tests of Drilling Fluids (s1422)
Density (Mud Weight) Funnel Viscosity Apparent Viscosity, Plastic Viscosity, Yield Point and Gel Strength API Standard Filtration Test API HP/HT Filtration Test Sand Content Oil, Water and Solids Content Methylene Blue Capacity pH Mud and Filtrate Alkalinity Excess Lime Content Chloride Content Total Hardness Resistivity Oil-Base Drilling Fluid Tests Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Mud Engineering Calculations (s36784)
Units of Measurement Capacity, Volume and Displacement Pump Output Hydrostatic Pressure Mud Formulation

Directional and Horizontal Drilling (t118)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Directional Drilling Overview (s1443)
History Applications Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2
Deviation in Vertical Wells (s1444)
Causes Control Methods Exercise No.1
Directional Drilling Tools and Techniques (s1445)
Introduction Well Trajectory Planning Downhole Mud Motors Rotary Steerable Systems Specialized Bottomhole Assemblies Deflection Tools Survey Tools Wireline Steering Systems MWD and LWD Systems EMWD Systems Well Trajectory Calculations Geologic Steering Azimuth Change Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3 Exercise No.4 Exercise No.5 Exercise No.6
Horizontal Wells (s1446)
Introduction Well Configurations Long Turn Radius Drilling Medium Turn Radius Drilling Short Turn Radius Drilling Ultra-Short Turn Radius Drilling Trajectory Planning Build Curve Design Horizontal Targeting Formation Evaluation Aspects Completion and Stimulation Aspects Artificial Lift Considerations Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3
Drilling Hydraulics in Deviated Wells (s1447)
Introduction Borehole Stability Fluid Velocity and Flow Regimes Cuttings Transport
Drill String and Bit Considerations in Deviated Wells (s3819)
Drill String Design Bit Selection Exercise No. 1
Underbalanced Drilling in Directional Wells (s36863)
Drilling Directional Wells Underbalanced

Underbalanced Drilling (t23393)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Underbalanced Drilling (s23394)
Underbalanced Drilling Overview Underbalanced Drilling Techniques Benefits and Limitations of Underbalanced Drilling
Dry Air Drilling (s23398)
Dry Air Drilling Overview Air Drilling Equipment Dry Air Drilling Procedures and Operating Considerations Downhole Fires Reverse Circulation Drilling
Nitrogen Drilling (s23404)
Nitrogen Drilling Overview Liquid (Cryogenic) Nitrogen Supply On-Site Generated Nitrogen (Membrane Filter) Nitrogen Drilling Procedures and Operating Considerations
Natural Gas Drilling (s23409)
Natural Gas Drilling Overview
Mist Drilling (s23411)
Mist Drilling Overview
Foam Drilling (s23413)
Foam Drilling Overview Hole Cleaning Considerations Foam Drilling Equipment Composition of Injected Liquid Foam Drilling Procedures and Operating Considerations Limitations of Foam Drilling
Stiff Foam Drilling (s23420)
Stiff Foam Drilling Overview Hole Cleaning Considerations Stiff Foam Drilling Equipment Viscosifiers Stiff Foam Drilling Procedures and Operating Considerations Limitations of Stiff Foam Drilling
Gasified Liquids (s23427)
Gasified Liquid Drilling Overview Gasification Techniques Gas Supply and Compression Equipment Circulating Pressures Hole Cleaning Considerations Drill String Gasified Liquid Drilling Procedures and Operating Considerations Limitations of Gasified Liquid Drilling
Flow-Drilling (s23436)
Flow Drilling Overview Flow Drilling Surface Equipment Rotating Control Head Flow Drilling Procedures and Operating Considerations Limitations of Flow Drilling
Snub Drilling (s23441)
Snub Drilling Overview Snubbing Units
Underbalanced Drilling: General Issues (s23443)
Coiled Tubing for Underbalanced Drilling Underbalanced Directional Drilling Well Logging of Underbalanced Holes Safety in Underbalanced Drilling Underbalanced Well Classification System Selection of Candidates for UBD Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD)

Drilling Problems and Drilling Optimization (t119)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Drilling Objectives (s1437)
Overview
Pressure, Hydraulics and Hole Cleaning (s1438)
Introduction Wellbore and Formation Pressure Buoyancy Rheological Models Flow Regimes System Pressure Loss Surge and Swab Effects Hole Cleaning Contamination of Water-Based Drilling Fluids Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2 Exercise No.3 Exercise No.4 Exercise No.5 Exercise No.6
Abnormal Pressure Environments (s1439)
Occurrences Origins Prediction and Detection
Kick Detection and Control (s1440)
Introduction Precautionary Measures Surface Indications Initial Shut-in Procedures Constant Bottomhole Pressure Concept Control Methods Exercise No.1
Lost Circulation (s1441)
Occurrences and Prevention Diagnosis Remedial Measures Exercise No.1
Borehole Instability (s1442)
Shale Instabibity Salt Sections Hard or Abrasive Formations
Stuck Pipe (s3827)
Differential Pressure Sticking Key Seating Solids Accumulation and Mechanical Sticking Exercise No.1
Fishing Operations (s3828)
General Categories Planning and Preparation Pipe Recovery Wireline Tool Recovery and Junk Removal Auxiliary Tools Economics Exercise No.1
Hydrogen Sulfide (s3829)
Physical Properties Toxic Effects Corrosive Effects Detection Personal Protective Equipment Mud System Considerations Tubulars and B.O.P.E. Design Considerations
Drilling Optimization (s3830)
Minimum Cost Drilling Factors Affecting Penetration Rate Penetration Rate Equations and Drilling Tests Constraints on Bit Weight and Rotary Speed Bit Life Estimation Practical Guidelines Exercise No.1 Exercise No.2

Production Facilities Design

Oil Systems and Equipment (t6433)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Two Phase Separators (s12375)
Introduction Equipment Description Selection Criteria Vessel Internals Potential Operating Problems Separator Design Theory Horizontal Separator Design Horizontal Separator Design Example (SI Units) Horizontal Separator Design Example (Oilfield Units) Vertical Separator Design Vertical Separator Design Example (SI Units) Vertical Separator Design Example (Oilfield Units) Nomenclature References
Three Phase Separators (s12390)
Introduction Equipment Description Design Theory Design of Horizontal Separators Horizontal Separator Design Example (Oilfield) Horizontal Separator Design Example (SI Units) Design of Vertical Separators Vertical Separator Design Example (Oilfield Units) Vertical Separator Design Example (SI Units) Nomenclature References
Oil Treaters (s12402)
Introduction Equipment Description Treater Theory Treater Design Procedure Vertical Treater Design Example (Oilfield Units) Vertical Treater Design Example (SI Units) Nomenclature References
Desalting (s12411)
Introduction Theory Single and Two Stage Desalting Equipment Description Design Procedure Single-Stage Desalter Design Example (SI Units) Two-Stage Desalter Design Example (SI Units) Multistage Desalter Design Example (SI Units) Single-Stage Desalter Design Example (Oilfield Units) Two-Stage Desalter Design Example (Oilfield Units) Multistage Desalter Design Example (Oilfield Units) Nomenclature References
Crude Stabilization (s12425)
Introduction Theory of Crude Stabilization Equipment Description Design Procedure Multi-Stage Separation Design Example (Oilfield Units) Crude Stabilization Design Example (Oilfield Units) Multi-Stage Separation Design Example (SI Units) Crude Stabilization Design Example (SI Units) Nomenclature References

Gas Systems and Equipment (t6434)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Acid Gas Removal (s17090)
Introduction General Process Description Solid Bed Processes Process Selection Iron Sponge Design Procedure Design Examples (Oilfield Units) Design Examples (SI Units) Nomenclature
Glycol Dehydration (s17099)
Introduction Theory Hydrate Formation Dew Point Depression General Process Description Glycol Properties Equipment Description Design Procedure Unit Operating Problems and Troubleshooting Nomenclature Design Example Physical Properties of Glycol
Reciprocating Compressors (s17112)
Introduction General Considerations Performance Considerations Pulsations and Vibrations Process Piping Considerations Fundamental Design Construction Details Specifications Selecting Compressors Nomenclature Design Example (Oilfield Units) Design Example (SI Units)

Water Systems and Equipment (t6435)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Treating Oil from Produced Water (s17075)
Introduction Theory Equipment Description Design Procedure Nomenclature
Removing Solids and Dissolved Gases from Produced Water (s17081)
Introduction Theory of Solid Removal Description of Solid Removal Equipment Description of Gas Removal Equipment Design Procedure Nomenclature Design Examples: Gas Removal Design Example: Solid Removal Process

Utility Systems and Equipment (t6436)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Fuel Gas Systems (s17125)
Introduction Types of Fuel Fuel Requirements Fuel Contaminants Heating Value Fuel Gas Equipment Selection Diesel Fuel Equipment Selection Nomenclature
Fired Heaters and Hydrate Control (s17134)
Introduction Equipment Description Heater Heat Transfer Basics Hydrate Formation Hydrate Inhibition Design Procedure Nomenclature Design Example (Oilfield Units) Design Example (SI Units)
Heat Transfer Systems (s17144)
Introduction System Description Theory Design Procedure Design Example (SI Units) Design Example (Oilfield Units) Nomenclature
Waste Heat Recovery (s17152)
Introduction Waste Heat Recovery Systems Sources of Waste Heat Methods of Exhaust Heat Recovery Equipment Theory Design Procedure for an Exhaust Waste Heat Recovery System Nomenclature
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (s17162)
Introduction System Description Theory Equipment Descriptions Design Parameters Design Procedure Nomenclature Design Example (Oilfield Units) Design Example (SI Units)
Reciprocating Pumps (s17172)
Introduction General Considerations Performance Considerations Pulsations Process Piping Considerations Pump Construction Details Material Considerations Standards Selecting A Reciprocating Pump Design Example (Oilfield Units) Design Example (SI Units) Nomenclature References
Centrifugal Pumps (s17186)
Introduction General Considerations Performance Considerations Process Piping Considerations Pump Construction Details

Instrumentation (t6437)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Controllers and Control Theory (s17192)
Introduction Control Philosophy Control Theory Controller Principles and Selection Loop Configurations Controller and Loop Tuning Nomenclature
Pressure Measurement and Control (s17200)
Introduction Principles of Operation Device Selection
Temperature Measurement and Control (s17204)
Introduction Principles of Operation Device Selection Sensor Testing and Calibration
Flow Measurement and Control (s17209)
Introduction Principles of Operation Device Selection Meter Sizing Exercise: Orifice Plate Calculations (Oilfield Units) Exercise: Orifice Plate Calculations (SI Units)
Level Measurement and Control (s17216)
Introduction Principles of Operation Device Selection Device Mounting
Control Valves (s17221)
Introduction Principles of Operation Valve Selection Valve Body Actuators Installation Control Valve Sizing
Safety Shutdown Systems (s17229)
Introduction System Selection Pneumatic Systems Electrical Systems Electronic Systems Safety Analysis Concepts
Wellhead Shutdown Systems (s17236)
Introduction Shutdown Criteria Design Criteria Instrument and Logic Components Selection

Platform and Structural Design Considerations (t6438)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Offshore Facility Layout (s17241)
Introduction Items to Consider in Developing a Layout Layout Procedures
Living Quarters Layout (s17245)
Introduction Design Considerations Layout Selection List of Applicable Codes NFPA 80 (National Fire Protection Association) Guidelines for Quarters Areas Example Layouts
Facilities Piping (s17253)
Introduction Basic Flow Equations and Factors Pressure Drop in Piping Choosing A Line Diameter Determining Wall Thickness Pressure Ratings Determining Pressure Breaks Facility Piping Details Design Example (Oilfield Units) Design Example (SI Units)

Well Completion and Stimulation

Basic Completion Design and Practices (t120)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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General Design Criteria (s1448)
Introduction Well and Reservoir Parameters Functional and Well Servicing Requirements Drilling Considerations Specifications and Regulations
Basic Downhole Configurations (s1449)
Openhole Completions Liner Completions Cemented and Perforated Completions Single String Completions (Single Zone) Single String Completions (Selective) Multiple String Completions Exercise No. 1
Lift Methods (s1450)
Flowing Wells Rod Pump Gas Lift Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) Hydraulic Pump Plunger Lift
Subsea Completions (s1451)
Overview
Completion Productivity (s1452)
Introduction Inflow Performance Relationships Tubing Performance Matching Completion and Reservoir Performance Artificial Lift Requirements; Targets and Allowables Formation Damage Considerations Drilling Fluids Selection Perforating Completion Fluids Selection and Treatment Stimulation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Completion Planning (s1460)
Preplanning Role of Experience and Analogy Post-Drilling Analysis Production Reviews Sources of Geological and Engineering Data Regulatory Constraints Programming and Supervision

Cementing (t121)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Cementing (s1927)
History and Overview Primary Cementing Squeeze Cementing Plug Cementing
Manufacture and Classification of Oilwell Cements (s1462)
Cement Manufacture and Chemistry API Cement Types Specialty Cements Slurry Formulation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9
Cement Testing Procedures (s1928)
Overview Soundness and Fineness Tests Filtration Rate Test Compressive Strength Test Thickening Time Test Slurry Density Test Exercise No. 1
Cement Additives (s1463)
Introduction Accelerators Retarders Extenders (Density-Reducing Additives) Weighting Materials (Density-Increasing Additives) Filtration Control Additives Friction Reducing Additives Lost Circulation Materials Salt Compressive Strength Stabilizers Other Additives Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9
Primary Cementing Equipment (s1466)
Bulk Loading and Transport Cement Mixing and Pumping Equipment Cementing Head Float Equipment, Guide Shoe Wiper Plugs Centralizers Wipers, Scratchers, Agitators Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7
Primary Cementing Operations (s1929)
Introduction Temperature, Slurry Volume and Depth Axial Loads, Hydraulic Bonding and Casing Support Single-Stage Cementing Multiple-Stage Cementing Special Equipment for Multiple-Stage Cementing Conductor Casing Surface Casing Intermediate Casing Production Casing Liner Cementing Procedures Liner Cementing Equipment Liner Cementing in Deep Wells Inner String Cementing External Cement-Filled Packer Effect of Hole Conditions Mud Contamination General Job Guidelines Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10 Exercise No. 11 Exercise No. 12 Exercise No. 13 Exercise No. 14 Exercise No. 15 Exercise No. 16 Exercise No. 17 Exercise No. 18 Exercise No. 19 Exercise No. 20 Exercise No. 21 Exercise No. 22
Squeeze Cementing (s1467)
Introduction Basic Concepts and Common Misconceptions High-Pressure Methods Low-Pressure Methods Squeeze Techniques Job Evaluation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10
Cement Plugs (s1468)
Reasons for Setting Plugs Job Design Placement Techniques Testing Cement Plugs Plug Failure Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6
Evaluating/Testing the Cement Job (s1470)
Introduction Temperature Logs and Tracers Acoustic and Other Logging Measurements Inflow Tests and Production Testing/Logging Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Fluid Flow Properties and Mud Displacement (s1469)
Introduction Flow Property Measurement: Slurry Preparation Calculation Formulas and Sample Problems Mud Conditioning and Displacement Improving Mud Displacement Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10

Completion Equipment (t1926)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Tubulars (s1453)
API Specifications Tubing String Design Production Casing Couplings Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Packers (s1454)
Packer Functions Packer Types and Applications Tubing/Packer Forces and Movement Exercise No. 1
Artificial Lift Equipment (s1458)
Anchors Pumps
Downhole Completion Accessories (s1455)
Seating Nipples Sliding Sleeves Side Pocket Mandrels Blast Joints and Flow Couplings
Subsurface Safety Valves (SSSVs) (s1456)
Applications Flow-Controlled SSSVs Surface-Controlled SSSVs Bottomhole Chokes and Regulators
Wellhead Equipment (s1457)
Wellheads Tubing Heads and Hangers Christmas Trees Beans and Chokes

Perforating (t122)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Perforating (s1472)
History and Background Basic Perforating Methods Fundamentals of Shaped Charge Operation Explosives Used in Perforating Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Perforating Gun Types (s1473)
Retrievable vs. Expendable Guns Casing Guns Through-Tubing Guns Casing Deformation Considerations Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Perforating and Production Performance (s1474)
API Testing Procedures Perforation Productivity Considerations Relative Importance of Perforating Parameters Perforation Cleanup Considerations Perforating for Gravel Packing Perforating for Fracturing Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Electric Wireline Perforating (s1475)
Equipment Pressure Control System Perforating Procedures and Depth Control Positioned or Oriented Perforating Job Planning Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Tubing-Conveyed Perforating (s1476)
Applications Perforating Equipment Perforating Procedures Measurement While Perforating Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2

Acidizing and Other Chemical Treatments (t123)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Acidizing (s1478)
Background and Definitions Types of Acid Treatments
Acid Treating Solutions (s1479)
Mineral Acids Organic Acids Specialty Acids Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10
Additives in Acidizing Fluids (s1481)
Corrosion Inhibitors Surfactants Iron Sequestering Agents Fluid Loss Control Agents Friction Reducers Clay Stabilizers Bacteria Control Agents Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10 Exercise No. 11 Exercise No. 12 Exercise No. 13 Exercise No. 14 Exercise No. 15
Matrix Acidizing (s1482)
Introduction Surface Equipment Sandstone Matrix Treatments Carbonate Matrix Treatments Exercise No. 1
Fracture Acidizing (s1480)
General Considerations Fracture Geometry Formation Characteristics Treatment Materials and Procedures Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Diverting Materials in Acidizing (s1483)
Introduction Solid Diverters Gel Diverters Ball Sealers Selection of Diverters Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Wellbore Cleanout and Scale Removal (s1484)
Wellbore Cleanout: General Description Materials Used in Wellbore Cleanout Wellbore Cleanout Procedure Scale Problems Scale Removal Scale Prevention Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Paraffins and Asphaltenes (s1485)
Basic Properties Factors Affecting Deposition Removal and Control Techniques Exercise No. 1

Hydraulic Fracturing (t124)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Hydraulic Fracturing Fundamentals (s1487)
Objectives and Economic Considerations Fracture Initiation Orientation and Growth Role of Formation Properties in Fracturing Quantitative Description of Fracture Growth Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7
Hydraulic Fracturing Fluids (s1488)
Fluid Functions Fluid Loss Control Rheology Proppant Carrying Ability and Friction Loss Pressure/Temperature/pH Limitations Types of Fluids Fracturing Additives Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Proppant Agents (s1491)
Introduction Proppant Pack Permeability and Fracture Conductivity Properties Affecting Proppant Performance Types of Proppants Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Acid Fracturing (s1492)
Introduction Acid Fluid Loss Control Acid Reaction Rate The Changing Role of Acid Fracturing
Hydraulic Fracture Treatment Design and Execution (s1493)
Well Completion Considerations Basic Design Material Selection Equipment Selection Operational Considerations Fracture Calibration Treatment Main Treatment Treatment Evaluation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Hydraulic Fracturing: Emerging Technologies (s1490)
High Permeability Fracturing (Frac and Pack) Fracturing in Horizontal and Deviated Wells

Sand Control (t125)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Sand Production in Oil and Gas Wells (s1495)
Sand-Related Production Problems Causes of Sand Production Classification of Sands and their Failure Mechanisms Rock Mechanics Considerations Sand Failure Prediction Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Completion and Production Practices (s1496)
Completion Efficiency Rate Control and Arching Effects Selective Perforation
Liners and Screens (s1497)
Plain Slotted Liners Wire-Wrapped Screens Applications and Limitations of Plain Screens Prepacked Screens Exercise No. 1
Gravel Packing (s1498)
Overview Cased Hole (Internal) Gravel Packs Open Hole (External) Gravel Packs Well Productivity Gravel Selection, Sizing and Quality Liner/Screen Selection Downhole Tools Surface Equipment Perforation Design and Cleanup Procedures Gravel Placement Techniques (Cased Hole) Gravel Placement Techniques (Open Hole) Example: Cased Hole Gravel Pack Design Slurry Requirements Outline Procedures for Gravel Packs Fluids Used in Gravel Pack Operations Formation Damage and Fluid Filtration Multiple Zone Completions Deviated and Horizontal Wells Quality Control Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Frac-and-Pack Techniques (s1942)
Overview
Consolidation Techniques (s1940)
Chemical Consolidation Consolidated Gravel Packs
Sand Control in Wells Producing Heavy Oil (s1941)
Introduction Gravel Packing Other Control Methods

Horizontal Wells: Completion and Evaluation (t126)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Horizontal Wells in a Reservoir Management Strategy (s1500)
Introduction Reservoir Candidate Recognition Horizontal Well Deliverability Anisotropic Formations Horizontal Wells vs. Fractured Vertical Wells Multilateral Wells Formation Evaluation for Optimal Well Completions Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Horizontal Well Completions (s1501)
Well Curvature Completion Types Zonal Isolation Techniques Casing Design Cementing Sand Control Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Matrix Stimulation of Horizontal Wells (s1502)
Introduction Damage Characterization Fluid Placement Techniques Partial Stimulation Stimulation of Sandstone Reservoirs Stimulation of Carbonate Reservoirs Optimization of Matrix Treatments Acidizing Physics Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Hydraulic Fracturing of Horizontal Wells (s1503)
Introduction General Considerations Performance of Fractured Horizontal Wells Fracturing Pressures Fracture Design Fracture Execution and Perforating Considerations Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Multilateral, Multibranched and Multilevel Wells (s5443)
Introduction Reservoirs and Well Architecture A Production Prediction Model Reservoir Performance, Selected Configurations Partially Completed Wells Completions for Complex Well Architecture References

Reservoir Engineering

Fundamentals of Reservoir Engineering (t986)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Basic Concepts in Reservoir Engineering (s778)
Engineering Objectives Data Sources Reservoir Description and Modeling Pressure and Temperature Porosity, Permeability and Fluid Saturation Fluid Flow Equations The Material Balance Equation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10 Exercise No. 11 Exercise No. 12 Exercise No. 13 Exercise No. 14 Exercise No. 15
Reservoir Fluid Flow and Natural Drive Mechanisms (s779)
Introduction Gas Reservoirs Condensate Reservoirs Condensate Reservoirs: Pressure Maintenance Solution Gas Drive Solution Gas Drive Reservoir Performance Solution Gas Drive and the Material Balance Eq. Gas Cap Drive Gas Cap Drive and the Material Balance Equation Water Drive Water Drive Reservoir Performance Water Drive and the Material Balance Equation Gravity Drainage Combination Drive Oil Reservoirs Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10 Exercise No. 11 Exercise No. 12 Exercise No. 13 Exercise No. 14 Exercise No. 15 Exercise No. 16 Exercise No. 17 Exercise No. 18 Exercise No. 19 Exercise No. 20 Exercise No. 21 Exercise No. 22 Exercise No. 23 Exercise No. 24

Reservoir Environments and Characterization (t984)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Sandstone Reservoir Environments (s783)
Introduction Alluvial Fan Environments Braided Stream Environments Meandering Stream Environments Deltaic Environments Barrier Island Environments Eolian Environments Shallow Marine Shelf Environments Deep Marine Environments Pore Systems and Diagenesis Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Carbonate Reservoir Environments (s782)
Introduction Shelf Environments Reefs and Other Shelf Margin Environments Deep Basin Environments (Chalk) Pore Systems and Diagenesis Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Reservoir Characterization (s781)
Introduction Structure and Geometry Internal Architecture Tools for Studying Rock Pore Systems Petrophysical Properties: Porosity and Permeability Petrophysical Properties: Analysis Rock Typing Reservoir Zonation: the Flow Unit Concept Reservoir Zonation: Use of Field Data Case Studies in Reservoir Characterization Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8

Improved Recovery Processes (t987)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Secondary Recovery: Waterflooding and Gas Injection (s784)
Introduction Wettability Capillary Pressure Capillary Pressure and Water Saturation Relative Permeability, Mobility Ratio Fractional Flow and Frontal Advance Equations Waterflood Calculations: Diffuse Flow Waterflood Calculations: Segregated Flow Waterflood Performance: Influencing Factors Waterflood Sweep Efficiencies Waterflood Prediction Methods, Stratified Media 3-D Waterflood Prediction Methods Waterflood Prediction Methods, Evaluation Waterflood Design: Reservoir Considerations Waterflood Design: Well Pattern Selection Waterflood Design: Project Timing Pilot Flooding Water Requirements Gas Injection: Introduction Gas Injection Performance Calculations Gas Injection for Pressure Maintenance Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10
Enhanced Recovery: Miscible Flooding (s136)
Introduction Miscible Flooding with Hydrocarbon Fluids Miscible Flooding with Carbon Dioxide Equilibrium Phase Behavior Phase Equilibrium Diagrams Phase Behavior in Hydrocarbon Miscible Floods Phase Behavior in Carbon Dioxide Floods Phase Behavior and Reservoir Heterogeneity Fluid Dispersion Sweep Efficiency Irregular Well Patterns Viscous Fingering, Gravity Tonguing Reservoir Heterogeneity Effects Immiscible Flow Processes in Miscible Floods Recovery Estimates: Single Well Patterns Reservoir Simulator Applications Case Studies, Miscible Flood Projects Laboratory Testing and Flood Design Oil Recovery Calculations Phase Equilibrium Calculations Fluid Mechanics Calculations Immiscible Flood Calculations Well-Pattern Sweep Efficiency Streamline, Stream-Tube Calculations Vertical Sweep Efficiency Models Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10 Exercise No. 11 Exercise No. 12 Exercise No. 13 Exercise No. 14 Exercise No. 15 Exercise No. 16 Exercise No. 17 Exercise No. 18 Exercise No. 19 Exercise No. 20 Exercise No. 21 Exercise No. 22 Exercise No. 23

Reservoir Modeling and Reserves Evaluation (t989)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Reservoir Simulation (s137)
Introduction Steps in a Simulation Study Rock and Fluid Properties in Simulation Reservoir Flow Geometries and Dimensions Flow Equations: Single Phase Flow Equations: Multi-Phase and Compositional Flow Equations: Boundary and Initial Conditions Analytical vs. Numerical Solution Methods Grid Systems Grid Sizing, Orientation, Refinement Time Step Selection Finite Difference Approximation of Flow Equations Solution Methods: Single Phase Flow Equations Solution Methods: Multi-Phase Flow Equations Solutions and Internal Checks: Matrix Equations Data Collection and Preparation Pseudo-Functions Computational Requirements Special Purpose Simulators History Matching, Forecasting and Updating Case Study in Reservoir Simulation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10 Exercise No. 11 Exercise No. 12 Exercise No. 13 Exercise No. 14 Exercise No. 15 Exercise No. 16 Exercise No. 17 Exercise No. 18 Exercise No. 19
Reserves Estimation (s138)
Introduction Uncertainties in Reserve Estimates Reserves Definitions and Classifications Estimation Methods: Overview Analogy and Statistical Methods Volumetric Estimates of Initial Oil/Gas in Place Volumetric Mapping Volumetric Recovery Estimates: Oil Reservoirs Volumetric Recovery Estimates: Condensates Volumetric Recovery Estimates: Gas Reservoirs Reservoir Heterogeneity Reserves Allocation Material Balance Methods: Introduction Material Balance Equation: Expanded Form Material Balance: Havlena-Odeh Applications Material Balance Prediction Methods Material Balance: Volumetric Gas Reservoirs Performance/Decline Trend Analysis Special Problems in Estimating Reserves Case Studies Reserves Analysis and Field Development Reserves Estimates and Improved Recovery Figures and Correlations Nomenclature References Additional Reading

Issues in Reservoir Management (t991)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Evaluation of Naturally Fractured Reservoirs (s780)
Worldwide Distribution; Major Rock Types Fracture Origins and Rock Mechanics Fracture Properties Reservoir Management Issues Data Sources: Cores and Outcrops Data Sources: Downhole Surveys Data Sources: Drilling, Well Tests, Production General Reservoir Classifications Porosity and Permeability from Core Analysis Reservoir Characterization and Modeling Calculations of Recovery, Oil-in-Place Interporosity Flow Processes; Water/Gas Coning Improved Recovery Methods Performance Prediction Case Studies Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10 Exercise No. 11 Exercise No. 12 Exercise No. 13 Exercise No. 14 Exercise No. 15 Exercise No. 16
Reservoir Management of Mature Fields (s140)
Integrated Reservoir Management Geologic Mapping and Reservoir Simulation 3-D Seismics and Cross-Hole Tomography Data Collection Evaluation Methodology Geological Input Report Presentation Reservoir Evaluation: Case Study Waterflood Screening Reinterpretation Based on Production History Waterflood Surveillance and Monitoring Waterflood Surveillance: Case Studies Waterflood Surveillance: Emerging Trends Enhanced Oil Recovery: Screening Guidelines Enhanced Oil Recovery: Surfactant Flooding Enhanced Oil Recovery: Polymer Flooding Enhanced Oil Recovery: Alkaline Flooding Enhanced Oil Recovery: Carbon Dioxide Flooding Enhanced Oil Recovery: Thermal Processes Enhanced Oil Recovery: Project Design Nomenclature References Additional Reading Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8 Exercise No. 9 Exercise No. 10 Exercise No. 11

Offshore Operations

Offshore Production Facilities (t36282)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Overview Of The Offshore Petroleum Industry (s36283)
Introduction Origins And Key Historical Markers Present Scope Of Offshore Activities Current Trends And Challenges Regulation Of The Offshore Industry
Primary Design Considerations For Offshore Production Facilities (s36289)
Characteristics Of The Marine Environment Principal Design Requirements The Behavior Of Floating Vessels And Structures
Development Project Drivers And Key Decision Factors (s36293)
Introduction Volume Of Exploitable Oil And Gas Reserves Quality Of Reservoir And Produced Fluids Production Rates And Depletion Schedule Schedule To First Oil. Water Depth And Environmental Regime Areal Extent Of Resources Distance To Markets And Existing Infrastructure Other Drivers And Complicating Factors
Platforms And Surface Facilities (s36303)
General Classifications Of Offshore Platforms Common Platform Features And Components Fixed Bottom-founded Platforms Floating Production Units: General Description Column-stabilized Floating Production Units Ship-shaped And Barge (monohull) FPSO FPSO Operations Spar Platforms Innovations Variations And Combinations
Subsea Production Facilities (s36313)
General Considerations Subsea Wellheads And Production Trees Templates And Manifolds Subsea Separation And Pumping Systems Flowlines And Connection Systems Control Umbilicals Subsea Control Systems Field Architecture Installation And Intervention
Offshore Pipelines (s36323)
Overview Pipeline Route Selection Pipeline Installation Methods And Equipment Offshore Pipeline Connections Pipeline Repair
Offshore Production Equipment And Operations (s36329)
Introduction Ensuring Safe Operations Development Drilling Main Production And Processing Equipment Critical Operations Process Control Organization And Personnel
Decommissioning And Removal Of Offshore Facilities (s36337)
Introduction Regulatory Framework General D And R Procedures Notable Examples Of D And R

Deepwater Drilling (t36797)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Deepwater Projects And Environments (s36798)
Overview Deepwater Defined Worldwide Deepwater Activity Deepwater Environments Deepwater Rig Requirements Project Management Considerations
Deepwater Drilling Systems And Equipment (s36804)
Introduction Mobile Offshore Drilling Units Floating Production Units Principal Marine Systems Drilling Systems Riser Systems Subsea Equipment Maintenance Program
Deepwater Well Planning And Design (s36813)
General Considerations Completion And Intervention Pressure Prediction
Deepwater Well Construction (s36817)
Sequence Of Operations For A Typical Exploration Well Deepwater Completions Drilling Problems In Deepwater Wells
Advanced Solutions For Deepwater Drilling Challenges (s36821)
Introduction Managing Narrow Pressure Margins Riserless Drilling Continuous Circulation System Solid Expandable Tubulars Casing Drilling Rotary Steerable Systems Logging-while-drilling (lwd) Slim Pressurized Riser With Surface Bop Dual Activity Operations
Deepwater Case Histories (s36832)
Introduction Development Wells Depleted Sands Narrow Pressure Margins And Salt Sequences Horizontal Completions

Formation Evaluation

Wireline Well Logging

Introduction to Well Logging (t24)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Content under development.

Formation Evaluation Overview (t29946)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Formation Evaluation (s29949)
Scope and Objectives Formation Evaluation Methods
Borehole Environment (s29952)
Mud Mudcake and Invasion Symbols and Nomenclature
Rock and Fluid Properties (s29955)
Introduction Fluid Distribution in the Reservoir Porosity Definitions Permeability Relationships of Porosity to Permeability Resistivity Porosity and Formation Factor How Resistivity and Porosity Affect Saturation Elastic Wave Propagation Neutron Interactions
Laboratory Measurements (s29966)
Introduction to Core Analysis Measuring Porosity Measuring Permeability

Logging Equipment and Procedures (t29947)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Logging Systems (s29970)
Wireline Logging Tools Typical Logging Setup Logging Units Logging Cable Head and Weakpoint Logging Tools
Logging Procedures (s29976)
The Logging Program Service Company Notification Service Company Mobilization Rig-up and Pre-survey Running the Tool String The Repeat Section The Main Survey Post Survey Rigging Down Stuck Cable or Tools Log Quality Control

Well Logging Tools and Techniques (t25)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Well Log Interpretation (t26)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Quick-Look Analysis (s160)
Introduction Overlays Crossplots Histograms Algorithms Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Fluid Saturation (s161)
Introduction Borehole Environment Tutorial: Example (sandstone) Tutorial: Example (carbonate) Archie Equation Invaded Zone Saturation Mud System Effects Shaly Sand Interpretation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5
Fractures (s162)
Detection and Quantitative Analysis
Porosity (s163)
Density Log Neutron Log Acoustic Log Log Combinations Porosity from Resistivity Logs Clean Formations Shale Effects Secondary Porosity Hydrocarbon Effects Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Lithology (s164)
Introduction Spontaneous Potential (SP) Log SP/gamma ray log Gamma Ray Log Gamma Ray Spectral Log Lithology from Porosity Logs Graphical Methods Mineral Effects Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6 Exercise No. 7 Exercise No. 8
Interpretation Models (s165)
Laminated Shales Dispersed Shales Structural Shales Electrochemical Dual Water Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Computer Applications (s166)
Introduction Data Management Computation Methods Computation Models Procedures
Field Studies (s167)
Introduction Data Input Multi-Well Data Three-Dimensional Gridding Trend Analysis, Mapping
Advances in Low Resistivity Pay Evaluation (s23560)
Introduction Historical Perspective Geological Perspective The Role of Clays and Shales in Low Resistivity Log Response Non-Clay Contributors to Low Resistivity Cation Exchange Capacity Irreducible Water Formation Anisotropy Conventional Logging Tools Key Variables in Basic Log Analysis Log Calculations Advances in Logging Low Resistivity Case Studies References Review Questions Additional Reading

Well Logging Tools and Techniques (t29948)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Magnetic Resonance Logs (s23381)
An Introduction to Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Logging Principles of Operation Tool Description NMR Interpretation Job Planning and Log Quality Control NMR Applications Case Histories Glossary of Terms References Additional Reading
Spontaneous Potential Log (s29995)
Introduction Applications of the Spontaneous Potential Log Factors Affecting the SP
Gamma Ray Log (s29999)
Overview Gamma Rays and Natural Radiation Calibration of Gamma Ray Detectors and Logs
Resistivity Logs (s30003)
Introduction Tool Response Tool Spacing Conventional Electric Logs Laterolog Overview Laterolog Tools (LL3, LL7 and Dual Laterolog) Laterolog Corrections Anomalous Laterolog Behavior Introduction to Induction Tools Induction Principles Microresistivity Tools
Dielectric Logs (s30015)
Principles of Dielectric Tools
Density Logs (s30017)
Overview of Density and Photoelectric Logs Principles of Density Logging Adverse Influences and Calibration Applications
Neutron Logs (s30022)
Introduction to Neutron Logging Neutron Porosity Measurements Evolving Design of Neutron Tools
Acoustic Logs (s30026)
Overview Principles of Acoustic Logging Adverse Influences Porosity and Other Applications
Special Open Hole Tools (s35946)
Caliper Log: Description Caliper Log: Interpretation Methods Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Log Borehole Gravimeter Borehole Televiewer
Cased Hole Logs (s35947)
Pulsed Neutron Tool Pulsed Neutron Interpretation Carbon/Oxygen Log
Casing Inspection Logs (s35948)
Introduction Casing/Tubing Caliper Logs Electrical Potential Log Cement Bond Log Electromagnetic Thickness Log Borehole Televiewer
Production Logs (s35949)
Profile Logs Fluid Identification Logs Temperature Logs
Sampling and Testing (s35950)
Sidewall Coring Wireline Formation Tester

Dipmeter Surveys (t27)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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General Principles (s169)
Overview Four-Curve Dipmeter Tool Dipmeter Applications Structural Dip Eight-Curve Dipmeter Tool Computation Data Presentations Interpretation
Computation (s170)
Methods Dip Patterns: Introduction Resolution/Correlation Methods and Parameter Selection 4-Curve Data 8-Curve Data Formation Imaging Tool
Dip Patterns (s171)
Basic Types Theoretical Patterns Missing/Repeat Sections Continental Environments Delta-Dominated Environments Tide/Wave-Dominated Environments Deepwater Environments Exercise No. 1
Interpretation Overview (s172)
General Principles
Structural Dip Interpretation (s173)
Introduction Salt Domes, Clay Domes Structural Dip Deletion
Lithological Interpretation (s174)
Correlations
Fault Interpretation (s175)
General Principles Growth Faults Post-Depositional Faults Post-Compaction (Drag) Faulting Hybrid Dip Patterns Buried Faults Compressional Faults Thrust Faults Exercise No. 1
Reef Interpretation (s176)
Introduction Techniques Exercise No. 1
Unconformity Interpretation (s177)
Buried Unconformities Angular Unconformities Exercise No. 1
Depositional Interpretation (s178)
Eolian Environments Deltaic Environments Interdeltaic Environments Deepwater Environments Fluvial Environments Fluvial Channel Deposits Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Interpretation (s1827)
General Principles Example 1 Example 2 Example 3

Borehole Imaging (t5610)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Borehole Imaging Overview (s5611)
Borehole Imaging Overview
Borehole Imaging Technology (s5612)
Downhole Video Imaging Acoustic Imaging Resistivity Imaging
Borehole Imaging Methods (s5613)
Image Processing Dip Analysis from Acoustic and Resistivity Imaging Tools Image Analysis and Interpretation
Best Practices (s5615)
Best Practices for Downhole Video

Well Testing and Analysis

Fundamentals of Well Testing (t127)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Fundamentals of Well Testing (s1537)
Well Testing and the Ideal Reservoir Model Reservoir Pressure Response: Drawdown Test Reservoir Pressure Response: Drawdown/Buildup Sequence Injectivity and Falloff Tests Multiple-Rate Tests Interference Tests Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Pressure Profiles at the Wellbore (s1538)
Drawdown Test, Infinite Reservoir Drawdown Test, Bounded Reservoir Buildup Test, Infinite Reservoir Buildup Test, Bounded Reservoir
Defining the Reservoir Model (s1938)
Terminology Inner Boundary Conditions The Basic Reservoir Model Outer Boundary Conditions Characteristic Pressure Responses Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Quantitative Well Test Interpretation (s1539)
Conventional Interpretation Methods Conventional Interpretation Example Modern Interpretation Methods
Well Test Planning and Execution (s1540)
Control of Flow Rate Measurement of Pressures Surface Production Facilities Optimal Times to Test a Well Planning a Well Test

Gas Well Testing (t128)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Conventional and Isochronal Gas Well Tests (s1541)
Introduction Derivation of Fundamental Flow Equation Conventional Test Isochronal Test Modified Isochronal Test Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Additional Testing Options (s1542)
Pseudopressure (Real Gas Potential) Treatment Radial Diffusivity Equation for Gas Flow Analytical Solution of the Diffusivity Equation Flow Regimes Skin Factor Turbulent Flow Factor Drawdown or Falloff Test Buildup Test Determination of S, S' and D Exercise No. 1
Special Considerations in Testing Gas Wells (s1543)
Surface Pressure Relationships Stabilization Time and Radius of Investigation Flow Rate Selection and Duration Production of Liquids Single-Point Test Testing Equipment: General Configuration Metering of Gas Well Fluids Volume/Flow Rate Measurement Pressure Measurement Fluid Sampling Safety Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Test Procedures and Regulations (Examples) (s1544)
Interstate Oil Compact Commission (U.S.) State of Texas (U.S.) State of Oklahoma (U.S.) State of New Mexico (U.S.) State of Louisiana (U.S.) Province of Alberta (Canada)

Oil Well Testing (t129)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Basics of Pressure Transient Analysis (s1546)
Introduction Fundamental Flow Equation Flow Periods Drawdown and Buildup Transients Transient Flow Equation Pressure Drawdown Analysis Pressure Buildup Analysis Two-Rate Analysis Wellbore Storage Skin Factor and Damage Ratio Productivity Index Radius of Investigation and Time to Stabilization Pressure Depletion Estimation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4 Exercise No. 5 Exercise No. 6
Log-log Analysis (s1547)
Pressure Derivative Effective Shut-in Time Analysis Procedure Using Type Curves Exercise No. 1
Test Design (s1548)
Test Interval Selection Test Planning Selection of Pressure Recorders Placement of Pressure and Temperature Recorders Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Test Analysis (s1549)
Qualitative Test Analysis Hydraulically Fractured Wells Anomalous Pressure Responses Example Test Analysis Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3

Drillstem Testing (t130)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Overview of Drillstem Testing (s1551)
DST General Procedure Information Obtained from a DST Exercise No. 1
Types of Drillstem Tests (s1552)
Openhole Tests: Conventional Bottomhole DST Openhole Tests: Conventional Straddle DST Openhole Tests: Inflatable Packer Straddle DST Cased Hole Tests Exercise No. 1
Tool String: Conventional DST (Open Hole) (s1553)
Equipment Overview Reverse Circulation Sub Flow Control Valve and Fluid Sampler Handling Sub and Choke Assembly Hydraulic Valve and Bypass Ports Pressure Recorders Hydraulic Jars and Safety Joint Packer and Anchor Pipe
Tool String: Other DST Types (s1944)
Conventional Straddle Test Inflatable Packer Straddle Test Cased Hole Test
Testing on Floating Vessels (s1945)
Operating Considerations Equipment
Pressure Recorders for DSTs (s1943)
Mechanical Gauges Electronic Gauges Indirect Measurement: Closed Chamber Test
Surface DST Equipment (s1554)
Overview Control Head, Flow Hose, Floor Manifold Flare Line, Separator, Treater Exercise No. 1
DST Design and Field Procedures (s1555)
General Design Considerations Cushion Design Duration of Flow and Shut-in Periods
DST Interpretation: General Aspects (s1556)
DST Chart Validity of Test Results
DST Interpretation: Qualitative Analysis (s1946)
Reservoir Properties Fluid Recovery Tool Plugging Exercise No. 1
DST Interpretation: Quantitative Analysis (s1947)
Conventional Methods Modern Methods Test Analysis and Production System Design Case Studies Exercise No. 1

Advanced Pressure Transient Analysis (t24035)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Pressure Transient Testing: Overview (s29835)
Objectives and Applications Basic Concepts of Pressure Transient Analysis Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4
Differential Flow Equations for Pressure Transient Analysis (s29842)
Introduction Flow Geometry General Equation for Single-phase Flow Single-phase Flow Equation for Slightly Compressible Fluids Single-phase Flow Equation for Compressible Fluids Boundary and Initial Conditions Single-phase Flow Regimes Pseudo Representation of Multi-phase Flow Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4
Dimensionless Variables and Their Applications (s29855)
Dimensionless Groups Dimensionless Forms of the Flow Equations Dimensionless Form of the Boundary and Initial Conditions Analytical Solutions of the Flow Equations Exercise 1 Exercise 2
Type Curves (s29862)
Type Curves as Tools in Well Test Analysis Log-log Type Curves Semilog Type Curves Pressure Group Type Curves Pressure Derivative Type Curves Mechanics of Type Curve Matching Commonly Used Type Curves Exercise 1 Exercise 2
Pressure Transient Analysis in Anisotropic Reservoirs (s29872)
Introduction and Overview Directional Permeability Elliptical Flow Well Test Interpretation in Anisotropic Reservoirs Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5 Exercise 6 Exercise 7 Exercise 8
Pressure Transient Analysis in Heterogeneous Reservoirs (s29885)
Lateral Heterogeneities Naturally Fractured Reservoirs Reservoirs Undergoing Improved Recovery Processes Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5 Exercise 6 Exercise 7 Exercise 8
Pressure Transient Analysis in Multi-Phase Reservoirs (s29897)
Solutions for Multi-phase Flow Transient Solutions for Various Reservoir Drive Mechanisms Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4
Pressure Transient Analysis-Computer Applications (s29904)
Automated Well Test Analysis Automated History Matching Well Test Analysis Software Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5 Exercise 6
Pressure Transient Analysis-Specialized Well Testing Techniques (s29914)
Injection and Fall-off Tests Multi-well Tests Drill Stem Tests, Closed Chamber Tests and Slug Tests Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5 Exercise 6
Pressure Transient Analysis-Mathematical Tools (s29924)
Transformations Superposition Principle Convolution/Deconvolution Methods as Applied to Simultaneous Rate and Press Pressure Derivative Analysis Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4 Exercise 5 Exercise 6 Exercise 7 Exercise 8
Well Testing Nomenclature and Systems of Units (s29937)
Variable Names and Dimensions Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4

Rock and Fluid Sampling and Analysis

Fluid Sampling and Analysis (t999)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Reservoir Fluids: Overview (s1531)
Introduction Chemistry of Hydrocarbons Classification of Reservoir Hydrocarbon Fluids Characteristics of Formation Water Applications of Reservoir Fluid Data Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Hydrocarbon Phase Behavior (s1532)
Introduction Single-Component System Binary System Multi-Component System
Hydrocarbon Gases (s1533)
Ideal Gas Equation of State Real Gas Behavior Gas Formation Volume Factor Gas Compressibility Gas Density Gas Viscosity Exercise No. 1
Hydrocarbon Liquids (s1534)
Liquid Compressibility Liquid Density Liquid Viscosity
Two-Phase Systems (s1535)
Oil Formation Volume Factor Equilibrium Ratios Exercise No. 1
Formation Water (s1536)
Water Compressibility Water Formation Volume Factor Water Viscosity
Fluid Sampling: General Considerations (s1931)
Representative Samples Producing Conditions and Equipment Well Conditioning
Hydrocarbon Sampling (s1932)
Overview Subsurface Sampling Surface Sampling: General Procedure Surface Gas Sampling Surface Liquid Sampling Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2
Water Sampling (s1933)
Sampling Methods Sample Containers
Sampling: Transportation and Safety (s1934)
General Guidelines
Reservoir Fluid Analysis (s1935)
Flash vs. Differential Liberation PVT Analysis: Gas-Crude Oil Sample PVT Analysis: Gas Condensate Sample PVT Analysis: Volatile Oil Formation Water Analysis Exercise No. 1
Reservoir Fluid Correlations (s1936)
Introduction Gas Systems Gas Condensate Systems Oil Systems Formation Water Choosing Correlations

Coring and Core Analysis (t998)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Coring and Core Analysis (s1521)
Overview of Coring and Core Analysis Objectives of a Coring Program
Borehole Environment (s1920)
Core Alteration During Recovery Selection of Coring Fluid
Bottomhole Coring (Coring While Drilling) (s1522)
Coring Devices Preparation for Coring Core Point Selection Cutting the Core Retrieving and Handling the Core Preserving the Core Wellsite Sampling and Evaluation Laboratory Sampling
Sidewall Coring (Coring After Drilling) (s1523)
Coring Devices Core Point Selection Retrieving and Handling Sidewall Cores
Major Types of Core Analysis (s1525)
Plug (Conventional) Analysis Full-Diameter Analysis Sidewall Core Analysis
Core Sample Preparation (s1524)
Cleaning the Sample Drying the Sample
Porosity Measurement (s1526)
Introduction Boyle's Law Technique Summation-of-Fluids Technique Resaturation Technique Precision of Measurement Overburden Pressure Effects Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Permeability Measurement (s1921)
Introduction Permeameter Factors Affecting Measured Permeabilities Accuracy of Measurement Exercise No. 1
Saturation Measurement (s1922)
Retort Distillation Method Dean-Stark Method Accuracy of Measurement Exercise No. 1
Complementary Core Information (s1527)
Lithology, Texture, Fluorescence Grain Density Core Photography Core-Gamma Log Directional Permeability Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) Grain Size Distribution Fracture Studies Calcimetry Measurements Pyrochromatography Salinity of Pore Water Oil API Gravity
Core Analysis Reports (s1528)
Plug (Conventional) Analysis Full Diameter Analysis Sidewall Core Analysis
Special Core Analysis (s1529)
Introduction Capillary Pressure Tests Electrical Properties Relative Permeability Petrographic Studies Other Specialized Tests Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3

Sampling and Analysis of Drilled Cuttings (t29)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Rotary Drilling and Cuttings Generation (s1918)
Introduction Influence of Bit Type Uses of Cores and Cuttings
Sample Collection and Handling (s131)
Introduction Sample Lag Time Sample Interval Selection Sample Collection Sample Processing Sample Examination: General Requirements
Sample Description (s132)
Rock Materials Hydrocarbon Evaluation Problems in Cuttings Sample Evaluation

Mud Logging (t997)	TOPIC LEVEL:

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Introduction to Mud Logging (s43)
Mud Logging: Basic Concepts Conventional Mud Logging Advanced Mud Logging Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3 Exercise No. 4
Conventional Mud Logging Practices (s42)
General Description Routine Services Standard Equipment Formats and Procedures Mud Log Preparation and Presentation Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Penetration Rate and Lithology (s1516)
ROP Measurement and Data Presentation ROP: Influencing Factors ROP: Practical Applications Lithology and Shows Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Gas Measurement and Analysis (s2622)
Mud Gas Character Gas Sampling Gas Detection and Measurement Gas Compound Separation Gas Data: Log Presentation Gas Data: Plot Characteristics Gas Data: Practical Applications Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Supplemental Logging Techniques and Applications (s1517)
Formation Pressure Evaluation Extended Geochemical Analysis Non-hydrocarbon Gas Monitoring Exercise No. 1 Exercise No. 2 Exercise No. 3
Advanced Mud Logging and Advisory Practices (s1518)
Pressure Evaluation Petrophysical Evaluation Systems Monitoring and Data Acquisition Interactive Programs MWD Functions
Selection of Services and Equipment (s1519)
Introduction Mud Logging Programs Contracts and Leases Exercise No. 1

Background Learning Subtopics

Petroleum Geology

Introduction and Overview

Basic Skills of the Petroleum Geologist

Reservoir Environments

Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

Structural Geology and Global Tectonics

Geochemistry

Petroleum Technology for the Non-Engineer

Other Geological Techniques

Petroleum Geophysics

Introductory Topics and Seismic Signals

Seismic Instruments and Field Techniques

Seismic Processing

Seismic Interpretation

3-D Seismic and Other Geophysical Methods

Petroleum Engineering

Petroleum Production Performance

Production Equipment and Operations

Drilling Engineering

Production Facilities Design

Well Completion and Stimulation

Reservoir Engineering

Offshore Operations

Other Petroleum Engineering Topics

Formation Evaluation

Wireline Well Logging

Well Testing and Analysis

Rock and Fluid Sampling and Analysis