Overview
This course provides focused training in characterization of carbonate heterogeneity and seismic responses. It addresses practical requirements encountered in carbonate exploration and reservoir development studies. Participants explore the technical principles behind reliable decision-making and day-to-day execution. The learning experience uses relevant field examples, guided exercises and technical discussions. The program is intended for engineers, technical specialists, supervisors and related operational personnel. Content depth, case studies and delivery methods can be adapted to the client’s equipment, priorities and participant experience.
Objectives
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
- Explain carbonate depositional and diagenetic controls.
- Recognize fractures, vugs and complex porosity systems.
- Interpret relevant seismic attributes and structural features.
- Integrate core, log and seismic evidence.
- Assess reservoir compartmentalization and uncertainty.
- Build characterization-based development recommendations.
Course outline
Carbonate geology
- Depositional environments
- Diagenesis
- Facies
- Porosity evolution
Rock properties
- Matrix porosity
- Vuggy systems
- Fracture permeability
- Heterogeneity
Seismic methods
- Seismic facies
- Attributes
- Fault interpretation
- Resolution limits
Data integration
- Core calibration
- Log interpretation
- Seismic ties
- Conceptual models
Reservoir implications
- Connectivity
- Flow units
- Fracture impact
- Development uncertainty
Customised for your team
After you accept the proposal, an online customisation session adapts content, examples and exercises to your participants, standards and equipment.