Geosteering, Formation Evaluation and Geology

An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Geosteering,
Formation Evaluation and Geology

Logging While
Drilling Principles and Applications

Geosteering, Formation Evaluation and Geology

Scheduled Dates

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04 - 08 May 2026 Dubai - UAE $5,950 RESERVE A SEAT
23 - 27 Nov 2026 Dubai - UAE $5,950 RESERVE A SEAT

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Why Choose this Training Course?

This Geosteering, Formation Evaluation and Geology training course unlocks the power of modern LWD logging for accurate placement of wells, reservoir description and characterization. LWD is the well logging conveyance choice for many operators drilling exploration and development wells, saving rig time and offering interactive capabilities for drilling trajectory optimisation.

We will dive into how the tools work, their capabilities and limitations, and explore the cutting-edge of real-world applications through interesting examples and case studies, with relevance to anyone acquiring, supervising or working with LWD data whether in Petroleum, Geothermal or scientific drilling fields.

Prerequisites are a general understanding of Petroleum Geology, Drilling and petroleum industry basics.

This Geosteering, Formation Evaluation and Geology training course will highlight:

  • How MWD and LWD measurements work
  • How to acquire good data: Best Practices and QC
  • Geosteering technology and methods
  • Formation evaluation technology and interpretation
  • Borehole Imaging technology and interpretation

What are the Goals?

At the end of this Geosteering, Formation Evaluation and Geology training course, you will learn to: 

  • Understand the measurement principles of all the major MWD/LWD measurements 
  • Plan and supervise a successful LWD logging programme
  • Apply Geosteering technology, methods and key performance indicators
  • Know LWD tool principles, what they measure, how they are used in Formation Evaluation
  • Master how LWD images are recorded, and how they are used in borehole geology

Who is this Training Course for?

This training course should appeal to anyone who needs an introduction to the principles and applications of LWD measurements whether from Oil and Gas Operator Asset teams, Service company personnel with limited prior experience in this field, Researchers or Consultants using LWD data for studies. 

This PetroKnowledge Geosteering, Formation Evaluation and Geology training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Geoscientists, Geologists and Modellers
  • Petrophysicists and Log Analysts
  • Drilling Engineers
  • Petroleum Engineers and Reservoir Managers
  • Subsurface Asset Managers

How will this Training Course be Presented?

Forming an engaging and effective learning environment. Key elements include: 

  • Clear Learning Objectives
  • Varied Instructional Methods (Lectures, Discussions, Demonstrations, Hands-On Activities), 
  • Interactive Elements
  • Opportunities For Practice and Question and Answer
  • Regular Assessment of Class Progress.

This well-structured training course is tailored to the learners' needs and preferences maximizeing knowledge retention and skill development.

Organisational Impact

The Organisation will have the following benefits;

  • Enhanced employee performance: Increased knowledge and skills 
  • Improved efficiency:  Reduced errors through effective training.
  • Increased employee engagement: Motivated and empowered employees 
  • Stronger collaborative culture: through Shared knowledge and values 
  • Reduced costs: Fewer errors, improved efficiency, and higher employee retention
  • Competitive advantage: A skilled workforce

Personal Impact

At the end of this Geosteering, Formation Evaluation and Geology training course, the participants will gain the following;

  • Confidence: Mastering new skills boosts self-assurance and job satisfaction.
  • Expanded skill set:  new knowledge opens up career opportunities.
  • Problem-solving: new approaches improve critical thinking and decision-making.
  • Personal growth: Developing professionally and personally.
  • Motivation: Feeling valued through training can boost morale.
  • Networking: Connecting with peers for valuable professional relationships.

Daily Agenda

Day One: How the LWD BHA Works
  • Depth Measurements
  • MWD Tools, Surveying, telemetry and operational aspects
  • Realtime and Recorded Memory data
  • Directional/MLWD Bottom Hole Assembly Components for Geosteering
  • LWD logging Best Practices
Day Two: Resistivity and Imaging
  • Resistivity Basics, Geometrical Factor and Archie’s Law
  • Theory of Measurement
  • “Laterolog” family tools
  • Electromagnetic Propagation Resistivity
  • Response Characteristics (by frequency, spacing, method, formation property)
  • Environmental Effects on Resistivity and application in Geosteering
  • Principles of LWD imaging
Day Three: Gamma Ray, Density and Neutron Logs
  • LWD Gamma Ray logging
  • QC and applications of the Gamma Ray log
  • LWD Neutron Logging
  • Hydrogen Index, Environmental and Matrix Effects and Porosity
  • Sigma and Spectroscopy
  • LWD Density Logs
  • Density and Neutron log interpretation
Day Four: Advanced LWD Measurements
  • Formation Pressure While Drilling
  • Formation Sampling While Drilling
  • Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
  • LWD Sonic Measurements
  • LWD Seismic While Drilling
  • Applications of advanced LWD measurements in Geosteering
Day Five: Geosteering and Horizontal Well Log Interpretation
  • Horizontal Well Interpretation Challenges
  • Reservoir Geosteering
  • Deep and Ultra-deep Reading Directional Resistivity
  • Modern Geosteering Technology and Methods
  • Geosteering with LWD Images
  • Geosteering with Deep and Ultradeep Resistivity 

Certificate

  • On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.

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