This training course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of performance analysis, prediction, and optimization of oil and gas reservoirs using nodal analysis. Participants will learn the basic principles of nodal analysis and how it is used in designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting oil and gas production systems. The course will cover topics such as inflow and outflow performance, wellbore hydraulics, fluid properties, and nodal analysis software. Participants will also have the opportunity to apply their knowledge through practical exercises and case studies.
What are the goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
Understand the fundamentals of nodal analysis, including the use of nodal analysis in performance analysis, prediction, and optimization of oil and gas production.
Learn the key components of nodal analysis, including inflow performance relationships (IPR), tubing performance relationships (TPR), and the application of these components in nodal analysis.
Understand the use of nodal analysis in identifying and diagnosing well performance issues, such as liquid loading, and selecting and optimizing artificial lift systems
Learn the use of nodal analysis in predicting well performance and optimizing production rates, such as optimizing choke size and production rate to maximize production and profitability
Gain an understanding of the importance of reservoir characterization and how it relates to nodal analysis and production optimization
Understand the application of nodal analysis in unconventional reservoirs, including shale gas and tight oil reservoirs
Gain an overview of the latest tools and technologies used in nodal analysis and production optimization
Understand the practical exercises and case studies to enhance participants' understanding of the concepts covered
Who is this training course for?
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
Production engineers
Reservoir engineers
Well completion engineers
Technical personnel involved in the design, optimization, and management of oil and gas production systems
Course Outline
Day One: Introduction to Nodal Analysis
Overview of performance analysis, prediction, and optimization
Principles of nodal analysis
Elements of a production system
Fluid properties and wellbore hydraulics
Practical exercises on nodal analysis principles
Day Two: Inflow Performance Analysis
Overview of inflow performance analysis
Types of inflow models
Inflow performance relationships
Pressure transient analysis
Practical exercises on inflow performance analysis
Day Three: Outflow Performance Analysis
Overview of outflow performance analysis
Types of outflow models
Tubing performance analysis
Gas lift design
Practical exercises on outflow performance analysis
Day Four: Nodal Analysis Software
Overview of nodal analysis software
Nodal analysis models and workflows
Optimization and sensitivity analysis
Troubleshooting nodal analysis models
Practical exercises on nodal analysis software
Day Five: Applications of Nodal Analysis
Overview of nodal analysis applications
Artificial lift selection and optimization
Integrated asset modeling
Field development planning
Practical exercises on nodal analysis applications
The certificate
Coventry Academy of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course