A highly interactive training course on

Mastering Heavy Oil Production

Strategies, Innovations, and Best Practices
Coventry Academy -  Mastering Heavy Oil Production
5
Days

Course Schedules

 Kigali
 05-09 Aug 2024
 $5,950
 London
 14-18 Oct 2024
 $5,950
 Dubai
 11-15 Nov 2024
 $5,950
 Dubai
 20-24 Jan 2025
 $5,950
 Krakow
 24-28 Feb 2025
 $5,950

Training course overview

Welcome to the Mastering Heavy Oil Production training course, where participants will delve into the intricate world of heavy oil extraction and processing. Throughout this intensive program, attendees will explore essential fundamentals, cutting-edge strategies, and industry-leading innovations aimed at optimizing heavy oil production. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the challenges and capitalize on the opportunities within the heavy oil sector.

What are the goals?

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of heavy oil fundamentals and reservoir characteristics
  • Explore advanced extraction techniques and innovative technologies for heavy oil recovery
  • Develop strategic approaches to optimize heavy oil production and enhance operational efficiency
  • Address key challenges facing heavy oil operations and implement effective solutions
  • Stay abreast of emerging trends and breakthroughs shaping the future of heavy oil production

Who is this training course for?

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Petroleum engineers
  • Reservoir engineers
  • Production managers
  • Operations supervisors
  • Technical specialists in oil and gas companies
  • Researchers and academics focusing on oil and gas exploration and production

How will this training course be presented?

This training course will utilize a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes a combination of presentations, group exercises, videos and class discussions in order to examine in an in-depth fashion all the elements of the course content.

Course Outline

Day One: Understanding Heavy Oil Fundamentals
  • Introduction to heavy oil: characteristics, composition, and global significance
  • Geological considerations: formation processes, reservoir types, and properties
  • Fundamentals of reservoir engineering applied to heavy oil fields
  • Overview of reservoir characterization techniques and their applications
Day Two: Advanced Extraction Techniques and Technologies
  • Primary, secondary, and tertiary recovery methods for heavy oil
  • In-depth exploration of thermal recovery processes, including SAGD and CSS
  • Novel extraction technologies and their potential impact on heavy oil production
  • Case studies highlighting successful applications of advanced extraction techniques
Day Three: Strategic Production Optimization Approaches
  • Key factors influencing heavy oil production optimization
  • Reservoir management strategies for maximizing recovery and minimizing costs
  • Surface facility design and operational considerations for heavy oil projects
  • Best practices for wellbore management and artificial lift systems in heavy oil wells
Day Four: Addressing Challenges in Heavy Oil Operations
  • Environmental and regulatory considerations specific to heavy oil production
  • Dealing with viscosity challenges, emulsions, and water management in heavy oil reservoirs
  • Transportation and logistics strategies for effectively moving heavy oil to market
  • Risk management and safety protocols in heavy oil operations
Day Five: Exploring Future Trends and Innovations
  • Emerging technologies and research initiatives in heavy oil extraction and processing
  • Market trends and outlook for the global heavy oil industry
  • Strategies for staying competitive and adaptive in a rapidly evolving market landscape
  • Opportunities for collaboration and partnerships to drive innovation in heavy oil production

The certificate

  • Coventry Academy Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course

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