An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Basic Petrophysics
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 08 - 12 Dec 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 02 - 06 Feb 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 07 - 11 Dec 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Would an alternative date be more suitable?
We offer a variety of tailored training options, customized to meet your organisation's needs. Delivered anytime, anywhere, we make it easy to bring expert training directly to your team.
Why Choose this Training Course?
This interactive, applications-driven 5-day PetroKnowledge training course will highlight the techniques and principles of petrophysics for oil industry professionals who need to deal with wireline and/or LWD log data interpretation and the integration with core and mud logging information.
The training course will explore the tools response to different lithologies and will help participants understand log readings, applications and limitations. It will instruct them with the basic Petrophysical concepts as well as the log interpretation techniques and procedures for the correct evaluation of well logs on clean and shaly sand formations.
This training course will feature:
- Discussions on tools physical principles and applications
- Tool limitations on different borehole environments
- Tips and examples to identify and understand common logging issues
- Explanation of petrophysical concepts and techniques for formation evaluation
- Application of interpretation methods in several examples and exercises
- Integration of Well logs, core data and mud logging
What are the Goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the physical principles of main open hole logging tools
- Understand the basic petrophysics principles
- Know the main applications and limitations of the different readings
- Perform a quick qualitative interpretation to determine possible interest zones
- Perform a complete formation evaluation on a shaly sand environment
Who is this Training Course for?
This PetroKnowledge training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Exploration Engineers
- Production Engineers
- Geologists
- Geophysicists
- Petrophysicists
- Petroleum Engineers
- Reservoir Engineers
- Drilling Engineers
- Oil & Gas industry professionals involved in logging data interpretation and validation
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented, the sessions will include visual, auditory and kinesthetic elements to cover the three different learning modalities. The daily sessions will be highly interactive and participative. This involves regular discussion of applications as well as hands-on exercises that will be solved manually and/or using Microsoft Excel.
Organisational Impact
- Personnel trained on log interpretation will help reduce human mistakes and improve efficiency
- Personnel will be able to better assess data quality and integrity
- Personnel motivation will increase as they understand better some critical data that is needed for their daily job
Personal Impact
- Obtain a full understanding of logging tools principles and applications
- Learn the principles and key indicators for log quality assurance and quality control
- Learn basic methods and techniques for log interpretation
Daily Agenda
Day One: Basic Logging and Petrophysical Concepts
- Porosity and Permeability concepts and classification
- The reservoir: minimum conditions for productivity
- Introduction to Well Logging
- Log classification according to the measured properties
- Auxiliary measurements, uses and common issues
- Basic measurements: Gamma Ray and Spontaneous Potential
- Core Analysis Principles
- Integration of Mud Logging and Core Analysis with well logs
Day Two: Resistivity and Conductivity Logging Tools
- Resistivity Theory
- The borehole environment: invasion profile
- Principles and applications of laterologs
- Microresistivity devices, principles and applications
- Resistivity tools limitations
- Conductivity tools, uses and limitations
- LWD resistivity determination tools
- Calibrations and log quality control parameters
- RT determination
Day Three: Nuclear Logging Tools
- Basic principles of nuclear physics applied to borehole logging
- Formation density tools, principles and applications
- The photoelectric factor, a key lithology indicator
- Hydrogen index: Neutron tools principles and applications
- Porosity determination from density and neutron logs
- Porosity compatible scales and density-neutron crossover
- LWD nuclear logging tools
- Lithology determination on simple cases
- Calibrations and log quality control parameters
Day Four: Acoustic Logging Tools and Introduction to Formation Evaluation
- Acoustic waves propagation in the borehole
- Basic sonic tools, borehole compensation
- Sonic porosity compared to density-neutron
- Dipole sonic tools, applications
- Mechanical properties determination and uses
- Common sonic issues in the borehole
- LWD acoustic tools
- Formation evaluation principles
- Qualitative log interpretation techniques
- Rw determination methods
- Crossplots utilization, Hingle and Pickett plots
- Graphical interpretation techniques for porosity and lithology
Day Five: Complete Formation Evaluation for Simple Lithology
- Saturation determination: Archie equation
- Complete formation evaluation for clean lithology using Archie
- Other saturation determination equations
- Hydrocarbon effects on log readings
- Complete formation evaluation for shaly sand lithology using Simandoux
- Group discussion on interpretation results
Certificate
- On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
Frequently Asked Questions
PetroKnowledge is a globally recognized provider of training courses for oil and gas professionals, offering a wide range of specialized training courses designed to enhance knowledge, skills, and expertise in the energy sector. With courses tailored to meet the evolving demands of the oil and gas industry, PetroKnowledge helps professionals stay up-to-date with industry standards, technological advancements, and best practices.
Our courses are specifically developed for professionals in the oil and gas industry, including engineers, technical staff, managers, and other specialists looking to advance their careers. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to the sector, our training for oil and gas professionals is suited to individuals at all stages of their professional journey.
PetroKnowledge offers flexible learning solutions with both online courses and in-person training options. Online courses for oil and gas professionals provide the flexibility to learn from anywhere, while in-person courses offer a hands-on, interactive learning environment. Each training course page provides detailed information on the delivery format, allowing you to choose the option that best meets your learning style and schedule
Yes, PetroKnowledge offers customized in-house training solutions for organizations looking to upskill their teams. We work closely with companies to design bespoke training courses for oil and gas professionals that address specific challenges and objectives. Whether you need on-site training or online solutions, we can tailor the training courses to suit your organization’s needs.
Certain advanced training courses for oil and gas professionals may require prior experience or technical knowledge. These prerequisites ensure that participants can fully benefit from the course content. We recommend reviewing the course description on the relevant page to determine if any prerequisites apply to your selected course.
Enrolling in one of our training courses for oil and gas professionals is simple and convenient. Navigate to the specific course page, click “Enroll Now,” and complete the registration form. You will receive a confirmation email with further details on how to proceed.
You may also get in touch with our Registration Team on
+971 50 981 7386 | +971 2 557 7389 or send an email to [email protected]
Upon successful registration online, enrolment on the respective training course will be confirmed by Registration Team by e-mail along with the invoice and joining instruction.
Yes, upon successful completion of our courses for professionals in the oil and gas industry, you will receive an industry-recognized certificate from PetroKnowledge. This certification is designed to validate your skills and knowledge and can significantly enhance your professional credentials, boosting your career prospects in the competitive oil and gas sector.
Pre-Course Cancellation
Our refund and cancellation policy varies depending on the course and circumstances. Generally, cancellations made at least 21 days before the training are eligible for a refund, less any administrative fees.
Refund Policy Disclaimer
All course bookings made through PetroKnowledge are non-refundable. By registering for a course, you acknowledge and accept that fees are payable in full and are not subject to refund under any circumstances, including but not limited to participant dissatisfaction, changes in personal or professional circumstances, or partial attendance.
PetroKnowledge reserves the right to make reasonable adjustments to course content, trainers, or schedules where necessary, without entitling delegates to a refund. Full details of each course – including objectives, target audience, and content – are clearly outlined prior to enrolment, and it is the responsibility of the delegate to ensure suitability before booking.
If you have any specific inquiries about the cancellation or refund, don’t hesitate to contact our support team, who can assist with your booking and cancellation queries.
For corporate fees and group registration, please send your query to [email protected].
