An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Water Flooding: A to Z of Best Practices
Design and Implementation of Water Flooding
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Why Choose this Training Course?
This course is designed to provide design aspects required for successful water flooding plus main reasons for failures. It presents a comprehensive coverage of analytical and applied aspects of water flooding including rock and fluid properties, theory, prediction methods of Stiles, Craig-Geffen-Morse, and Dykstra-Parsons, surface production facilities, and water flood problems and optimization. Water affects every stage of oilfield life from exploration through development, production, and finally to abandonment.
The course covers process description, pattern selection, injectivity issues, and design’s procedure. Furthermore, the course provides all components of produced water analysis and its required chemical treatment unit. It describes important measurements of water flooding to identify main problems, examine treatments and provide solutions. Actual field cases for optimum application will be explained with in-class exercises.
This course will feature:
- Basics rock and fluid properties controlling water flooding
- Selection a candidate reservoir for water flood and design criteria
- Components of water flood plant and stages of actual field case application
- Calculation of water flooding injectivity and conductance ratio
- Diagnostics, indicators, and surveillance
- Surface facilities and water flood plant
- Analytical and prediction methods: Stiles, CGM, and Dykstra-Parsons
What are the Goals?
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Describe and apply surface and subsurface water flooding
- Understand and apply analytical and prediction methods
- Choose a candidate reservoir for water flooding
- Identify various components and function of a water flooding plant
- Identify water flood problems and how to solve them
Who is this Training Course for?
This course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Petroleum Production & Reservoir Engineers
- Processing engineers & other discipline engineers
- Geologists & Petro physicists
- Engineers who are new to the profession
- Other individuals who need to know about water flooding
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The course is designed as a blended environment of presentation, class exercises, field application/ analysis and several industry videos showing all processes.
Daily Agenda
Day One: Reservoir Properties and Design Factors of Water Flooding
- Definition and history of water flooding
- Water flood performance measurements
- Water sources of sweep water, good water and bad water
- Important factors to consider in water flooding design
- Types of water flood patterns and selection of a flood pattern
- Important rock/fluid properties for reservoir engineering calculation
Day Two: Frontal Displacement Theory and Water Flooding Injectivity
- Analytical models: Buckley-Leverett and Welge methods
- Calculation of time to breakthrough and cumulative water injected
- Calculation of water flood injectivity and stages of water flooding
- Prediction methods: Stiles, Craig-Geffen-Morse, and Dykstra-Parsons
- Calculation of areal and vertical sweep efficiencies
- Main reservoir problems of water flooding project
Day Three: Problems/Solutions of Water Flooding
- Phenomena of water fingering and tonguing
- Casing, tubing or packer leaks and channel flow behind casing
- Moving oil-water contact and watered-out layer without crossflow
- Fractures or faults between injector and producer
- Calculation of critical rate for water coning
- Using reservoir simulation for water flood optimization
Day Four: Diagnostics, Monitoring, and Surveillance of Water Flooding
- Monitoring water flood techniques and used tools
- Diagnostics, indicators, and surveillance of water flooding
- Well Diagnostics for water control using different ways
- Recovery plot, production history plot, and decline-curve analysis
- WOR diagnostic plot plus shut-in and choke-back analysis
- Special diagnostics for Vertical Communication
Day Five: Water Control Solutions
- Mechanical solutions for water-control problems
- Chemical solutions and squeeze cement treatments
- Rigid gels for near wellbore shutoff of excess water
- Injector problems and risk assessments
- Field-wide considerations for water flooding
- An integrated approach for cost saving operations
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
Why PetroKnowledge?
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.
Who are these training courses designed for?
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.
Are the courses delivered online or in person?
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
Can I get a customized training course for my team?
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.
Are there any prerequisites for attending a course?
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.
How can I enroll in a course?
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Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
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.
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What is the refund or cancellation policy?
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Is there a discount for more than one registrant/course?
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