From Field Data to Reservoir Model, via the Gulf of Corinth, Greece

The spectacular Gulf of Corinth area provides the setting for this combined field trip and reservoir modelling course, which aims to bridge the gap between outcrop studies and practical reservoir modelling. Various scales of heterogeneity are investigated in this pro-delta rift margin environment, with a particular focus on faulting and fault seal in reservoir settings. The field knowledge is then used in the classroom sessions, during which students are guided through a reservoir model build of the outcrops in RMS.

Summary

The pro-delta sediments contained within this rift margin structural setting are used to explore geological heterogeneities at several scales. Through outcrop vsists and accompanying exercises, participants are able to match geology to the reservoir model and learn to assess what heterogeneities are necessary in the 3D model and how they may affect fluid flow.

Field work and practical sessions using RMS are combined to give a lively programme for reservoir geologists and engineers looking to deepen their 3D modelling expertise in a stunning location and with traditional Greek food and hospitality.

Click here to read about the experiences from the latest trip in October 09

Instructors: Einar Sverdrup (Dana Petroleum) & Morten Solheim (Roxar, Bergen)

The course will enable participants to:

Understand the origin of rift margins and the origin and architecture of pro-delta sediments
Assess levels of heterogeneity and their effect on fluid flow
Establish the correct scale at which to build a reservoir model
Incoprporate analogue and field data into a reservoir model
Appreciate the effect of sub-seismic features, including faults, on reservoir performance
Establish fault seal potential and its implications for fluid flow


	A geologist & engineer engaging in open air debate about what is important in a reservoir model

Intended for : Any member of an asset team who wishes to broaden their skill level in reservoir characterisation and tie field scale geology to the 3D model. Experienced reservoir modelers/RMS users will learn how to effectively incorporate field analogues and a fault seal parameter in a model. Novice users will be introduced to the reservoir modeling workflow and gain confidence to independently handle model builds.

Duration : 5 days Pre-requisite : None

Sign-up deadline for the next course is 30 September 2010

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Course Schedule
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Day1	Travel from Athens International Airport to site Introduction to the Gulf of Corinth (lecture)
Day 2	Full field day visiting numerous sites to examine: Rift development, fault block architecture, facies distribution and seismic scale heterogeneities
Day 3	Morning: Field - small scale heterogeneities Afternoon: Practical exercises - explore a regional model in RMS
Day 4	Morning: Field - Faulted sections and fault seal discussions Afternoon: Practical exercises - Incorporate faults into a reservoir model and investigate the impact on fluid flow (Students will be given an overview of Fault Seal Analysis and Streamline Analysis in RMS and use these to model the effects in RMS) Field trip summary and review of RMS models
Day 5	Leisurely breakfast and travel to Athens International Airport

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From Field Data to Reservoir Model, via the Gulf of Corinth, Greece

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