This wide-ranging and practical industry overview covers each key phase of the exploration and production industry. It offers oil and gas professionals the opportunity to gain a technical and commercial understanding of the industry fundamentals.
Course Structure: 5 modules of max. 2 hours each, delivered over 2½ days To allow for introductions the first session will run for 2½ hours followed by four x 2 hour sessions. Each session will have a short break and allow time for questions and discussions.
Course Level: Foundation Duration: 3 days Instructor: Drew Leitch
Designed for you, if you are...
Working in any sector of the oil and gas industry: government agencies, authorities, operators, contractors or service companies
A newcomer to the industry or non-technical personnel working in areas like HR, Finance, IT, Contracts or Administration who feels you could benefit from gaining a wider appreciation of the ‘big picture’
How we build your confidence
This course has been designed to be delivered via a Remote Instructor-Led platform and consists of 5 modules.
The benefits from attending
By the end of the course you will feel confident in your understanding of:
The scientific origins of oil and gas
The commercial issues underpinning hydrocarbon exploration and development
The role of government and its agencies
Oil and gas terminology
The technological process of exploration
The technological process of drilling
The technological process of production
The challenges of decommissioning
Topics
Petroleum Geology - The Origins of Hydrocarbons
Key definitions and brief industry history
The formation of petroleum
Oil and gas reservoirs
Reservoir rock and fluid properties
The Big Picture
Ownership & control of Hydrocarbons
Joint Ventures
World energy supply and demand
Classification of reserves
Oil pricing and market issues
Exploration, Appraisal and Drilling
Geological and commercial factors necessary for successful exploration
Seismic surveys
Drilling rigs
Equipment and processes involved in drilling a well
Field Development, Economics and HSE
Onshore/offshore developments
Shallow/deep water developments
Key economic indicators used in field development decision making