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PETROENG 7060 - Petrophysics

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2014

Introduction to Petrophysics will give participants an overview of petrophysics: well logging concepts and basic rock properties, wellbore environment, petrophysical tools and interpretation concepts. Fundamentals of Openhole Log Interpretation gives a practical understanding of the interpretation of wireline tools and techniques, including the determination of lithology, porosity, fluid content and movement, and net pay. Both, qualitative (quick look) and quantitative analyses methods are covered. Practical aspects, such as logging operations, including MWD, and logging program design will also be addressed. Practical examples are used throughout and case histories are used to demonstrate specific aspects. Specialised Methods and Recent Advances gives an overview of dipmeter and borehole imaging, as well as NMR, and determination of permeability from logs.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code PETROENG 7060
    Course Petrophysics
    Coordinating Unit 最新糖心Vlogn School of Petroleum & Energy Resources
    Term Semester 1
    Level Postgraduate Coursework
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Contact Intensive short course of lectures, seminars
    Incompatible PETROENG 7001
    Assessment assignment, final exam
    Course Staff
    Course Coordinator: Mr. Keith Boyle
    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Understand the concepts and practical process for deriving appropriate Petrophysical interpretations. This will be accomplished by;

    1. Theory and practical limitations of logging tools.
    2. Integration of all available data, including mud logs, sample descriptions and core.
    3. Experimental procedures for core and special core analysis.
    4. the process for reservoir evaluation in clastic, shaly-sands and carbonate reservoirs.
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    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

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    Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. Days 1 - 5
    The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. Days 3 - 7
    An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. Days 4 - 7
    Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. Days 1 - 7
    A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. Days 1 - 7
    A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. Days 4 - 7
    A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. Days 2 - 7
    An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. Days 4 & 7
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    Please bring supplied lecture notes, pen and pencil, eraser and ruler, workbook and laptop to lectures classes. 
    Recommended Resources
    The following are useful references:

    Tiab, D.; Donaldson, E.C. “Petrophysics Theory and Practice of Measuring Reservoir Rock and Fluid Transport Properties,” Gulf Publishing Company, Houston Tx. 1996. ISBN 0-88415-634-6
    My favourite an excellent reference, a bit difficult to read as a text

    Dewan, J.T. “Essentials of Modern Open-Hole Log Interpretation,” PennWell Publishing 1983, ISBN 978 0 87814 233 0
    Excellent reference for interpretation techniques

    Helander, D.P. “Fundamentals of Formation Evaluation,” OGCI Publications 1983 ISBN 0-930972-02-3
    Good for tool theory, particularly older technology

    Bassiouni, Z. “Theory, Measurement, and Interpretation of Well Logs,” SPE, 1994 ISBN 1-55563-056-1
    More of the physics/math of the technology, good theory reference not great for interpretation

    Aguilera, R. “Naturally Fractured Reservoirs,” Pennwell, 1995. ISBN 0-87814-449-8
    Very readable, and an excellent reference for all reservoirs

    Brock, J. “Applied Open-Hole Log Analysis,” Gulf Publishing company, 1986. ISBN 0-87201-638-2
    A bit dated, useful for basics.

    “Shaly Sand,” SPWLA reprint volume, 1982.
    Dated but an excellent reference for the origins of shaly sands.

    Institute of Petroleum “Modern Petroleum Technology,” Chapter 6 Petrophysics. John Wiley & Sons 2000. ISBN 978 0 470 85021 3
    Good section on core analysis, tool theory and interpretation adequate.

    Schlumberger “Log Interpretation Principles/Applications,” Schlumberger Educational Services 1989, SMP-7017
    Somewhat biased but useful overview of technology/basic interpretation

    Schlumberger “Cased Hole Log Interpretation Principles/Applications,” Schlumberger Educational Services 1989, SMP-7025
    Same as above but for cased hole logs.

    Western Atlas “Interpretive Methods for Production Well Logs,” Forth Edition
    Good introduction to production logs.

    Lecture notes
    Online Learning
    Lecture, tutorial and exercise materials will be made available in hard/softcopy during classes. 
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    The course will be conducted through lectures and problem-solving exercises. A group project will form part of the course. 
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    The entire course will be delivered in intensive short course format over a period of six days. 
    Learning Activities Summary
    Each day lectures will commence at 9:00 am and end at 12.30 pm. The afternoons 1:30 to 5:00 pm will be used for tutorials, exercises and group work.

    The outline for the course is;

    Day 1: Rocks, measurements & tool theory
                · Well logging and basic rock properties
                · Wellbore environment
                · Petrophysical tool theory and application
                · Porosity logs

    Day 2: Basic interpretation & advanced logging tools
                · Resistivity logs
                · NMR
                · Interpretation lithology
                · Quick look/qualitative interpretation

    Day 3: Advanced interpretation
                · Quantitative interpretation – porosity, saturation & net

    Day 4: Core –
                · Routine
                · Special
                · Integration into Petrophysical interpretations

    Day 5: Shaley Sands, carbonates and uncertainty
                · Coal petrophysics
  • Assessment

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    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    The course will be assessed based on the following: group project and final exam. 
    Assessment Detail
    There are two assessment tasks (for the overall course assessment, 100%):

    • Group optimisation project – to be completed after the course: counts for 40%
    • Final exam – closed book: counts for 60%
    Submission

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    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

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