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OG-R 170 - Advanced Well Testing Operations
| Code | Start Date | Duration | Venue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OG-R 170 | 23 December 2024 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-R 170 | 17 February 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-R 170 | 14 April 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-R 170 | 16 June 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-R 170 | 04 August 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-R 170 | 29 September 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-R 170 | 24 November 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-R 170 | 15 December 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
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Course Description
This training Program is designed to provide you with an in-depth understanding of advanced techniques and concepts related to well testing in the oil and gas industry. In this training Program, we will build upon your existing knowledge of well testing and delve into advanced topics that go beyond the basics.
The training Program will cover a wide range of subjects, including advanced well test design, specialized well test techniques, pressure transient analysis, reservoir fluids, testing data acquisition, quality control measures, and reporting of findings.
Throughout the training Program, we will emphasize practical applications and provide real-world examples and case studies to enhance your understanding. You will have the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained through hands-on exercises and interactive discussions.
By the end of this training Program, you will have a comprehensive understanding of advanced well test operations and be equipped with the skills to design, execute, interpret, and report on well tests effectively. This knowledge will enable you to make informed decisions in reservoir evaluation, optimize well performance, and contribute to the successful development of oil and gas assets.
Course Objectives
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of well test equipment, including various types of surface equipment, and data acquisition systems.
- Learn to identify and troubleshoot common challenges and issues that may arise during well testing operations, such as equipment malfunctions, flow restrictions, or wellbore integrity problems.
- Gain knowledge and skills in designing and planning well tests for different reservoir objectives, selection and sizing of different types of equipment used in well testing operations.
- Develop proficiency in well test planning and execution, including considerations for safety, environmental regulations, and operational efficiency.
- Obtain advanced knowledge in reservoir fluid sampling techniques as part of well test objectives, learn operational procedures and how overlapping with well testing operations.
- Develop skills in data acquisition, including real-time monitoring and interpretation of pressure, temperature, and flow rate measurements. Carry out the appropriate selection and positioning of gauges, mastering data acquisition and management techniques.
- Acquire professional level in selected well testing challenges such as HPHT, high H2S, high gas rates (as agreed with trainees)
- Understand the importance of well test reporting and documentation, including the preparation of comprehensive and accurate test reports.
Who Should Attend?
- Reservoir engineers
- Geoscientists
- Petroleum engineers
- Production engineers
Course Details/Schedule
Day 1
- Introduction to Well Testing
- Principle and Objectives of Well Testing
- Standard well test workflow
- Well testing types
- Fundamentals of reservoir fluid flow:
- Pressure Transient Analysis (PTA)
- Build up and draw down test
- Deliverability & Productivity Index
- Well bore storage
- Skin factor
- Radius of investigation
Day 2
- Surface Well Testing Equipment: Advanced operational prospective, including functional description, sizing, and limitation
- Surface Test Tree (Flow head)
- Surface Safety Valves (SSV)
- Emergency Shutdown System (ESD)
- Sand Removal
- Choke Manifold
- 2 & 3-Phase Test Separator
- Vertical Surge Tank
- Piping & Accessories
- Oil and Gas Manifold
- Chemical Injection Pump
- Data Header
Day 3
- Drill Stem Testing (DST)
- Types of Drill Stem Testing
- DST String Components
- DST Procedure
- Test Valve
- Reverse Circulation Valve
- Gauge Carrier
- Packer
- TCP & Subsea Valves
- DST Accessories (Hydraulic Jars - Safety Joint - Slip Joint)
Day 4
- Reservoir Sampling and Analysis Advanced
- Introduction to Sampling Service Delivery
- Sampling methods and equipment
- Sampling bottles selection (single phase & conventional)
- Sampling Procedures (surface & BHS during well testing)
- Sampling Quality Assurance (Seal selection, high H2S, coated tools, power fluid calculation…)
- Onsite Fluid Analysis
Day 5
- Surface Well Testing (SWT) Job Design
- Design considerations
- Test conditions (fluids, pressures, temperature etc.)
- Test design based on conditions and objectives
- Creation and Edition of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (PID)
- Typical OFF-shore & ON-shore Testing Layout
- Layout design parameters (classified zones)
- Tools and processes used for the design of SWT jobs
- Define Safety Factor
- Define Working Pressure and Test Pressure of an equipment
- List the different categories of equipment
- Define Maximum Potential Well Head Pressure and Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure
- List the different operating service types
- well testing safety consideration
- Safety hazards associated with SWT operations:
- Well testing risk assessment (HAZOP)
- Emergency response plan (ERP)
- Quality control of well testing data
