Course Definition:
Application of finite-difference equations to multi-phase fluid flow in porous media in two or three dimensions with gravity and capillary pressure effects. Simulation of water-flood performance and enhanced recovery techniques.

Policy:

  • Homeworks & Projects 35%
  • Tests & Quizzes 40%
  • Final 25%

  • Homework and projects are due at the time specified.
  • Late homework or projects: 5% penalty for every class meeting.
  • Attendance: Required.

Text Book:
"Basic Applied Reservoir Simulation," Ertekin, Abou-Kassem, King.
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Books extensively used during the semester:
"Elements of Reservoir Modeling," S. M. Faruq Ali.

"Petroleum Reservoir Simulation," Aziz, Settari.

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Syllabus:
Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION (Week - 1)
Chapter 2: INTRODUCTION TO Builder & IMEX (Weeks - 2,3)
Chapter 3: INTRODUCTION TO Builder & RESULTS (Weeks - 4,5)
Chapter 4: Sensitivity Analysis - CMOST (Weeks - 6 to 9)
Chapter 5: Introduction to the Final Project
  • Incompressible Flow Equations
    • Field Developmet PLan
    • History Matching
(Weeks - 10,11)
Chapter 6: Optimization - Uncertainty Analysis (Weeks - 12-14)
Chapter 7: Introduction to WinProp - GEM for CO2 Sequestration Modeling (Weeks - 15)
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