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Mastering Heavy Oil Production

Strategies, Innovations, and Best Practices

Mastering Heavy Oil Production
Course Schedule

CLASSROOM

24-28 Feb 2025
Krakow
$5,950
Certificate
  • Coventry Academy Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course

Training Overview

Training Overview

Welcome to the "Mastering Heavy Oil Production" training course, where participants will immerse themselves in the complex realm of heavy oil extraction and processing. This intensive program delves into fundamental principles, advanced strategies, and innovative technologies crucial for optimizing heavy oil production. Throughout the course, attendees will gain comprehensive insights and practical skills essential for navigating challenges and leveraging opportunities within the dynamic heavy oil sector. By the course's conclusion, participants will be well-prepared to drive efficiency and innovation in heavy oil operations.

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.

The Course Content

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