Formation Evaluation

Learn to assess reservoir properties and hydrocarbon potential using well logs, core data, and testing techniques for informed decision-making.

2 Months

NGN 600000.00

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About this course

This course focuses on the techniques used to determine the presence, quantity, and producibility of hydrocarbons in subsurface formations. It covers well logging, core analysis, formation testing, and petrophysical interpretation. Students will learn how to evaluate porosity, permeability, fluid saturation, and lithology using real data and software tools. Ideal for petroleum engineers and geoscientists involved in reservoir characterization and field development planning.

What you will learn

Understand the fundamentals of formation evaluation
Interpret different types of well logs
Analyze core data and laboratory results
Determine porosity, permeability, and saturation
Differentiate between reservoir and non-reservoir zones
Apply petrophysical models to log analysis
Evaluate formation fluid types and contacts
Use formation testing data for reservoir insight
Integrate geological and petrophysical data
Make informed reservoir development decisions

Course outlines

Introduction to Formation Evaluation
Well Logging Principles and Tools
Types of Logs: SP, Resistivity, Gamma Ray, Sonic, Neutron
Core Sampling and Laboratory Analysis
Porosity and Permeability Determination
Water Saturation and Hydrocarbon Indicators
Lithology and Mineral Composition Analysis
Formation Testing and Pressure Measurement
Petrophysical Interpretation Techniques
Shaly Sand and Carbonate Reservoir Analysis
Integration of Log, Core, and Test Data
Formation Evaluation Software Applications
Field Case Studies in Formation Evaluation

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