Undergraduate Certificate in Reservoir Displacement Mechanics
-- viewing nowThe Undergraduate Certificate in Reservoir Displacement Mechanics is a comprehensive course that equips learners with essential skills required in the petroleum industry. This certificate program focuses on the fundamental principles of reservoir engineering, enhancing the understanding of reservoir performance, and improving recovery of oil and gas resources.
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• Fundamentals of Reservoir Displacement Mechanics: Introduction to basic concepts, principles, and applications of reservoir displacement mechanics. Understanding of the physical and mathematical models used in reservoir engineering.
• Fluid Mechanics in Reservoirs: Study of fluid behavior in reservoirs, including fluid properties, fluid flow equations, and wellbore hydraulics.
• Material Balance Equations: Analysis of material balance equations, their derivation, and application in reservoir engineering.
• Reservoir Simulation: Overview of reservoir simulation techniques, including finite difference and finite element methods, and their application in reservoir engineering.
• Enhanced Oil Recovery: Introduction to enhanced oil recovery methods, including thermal, chemical, and miscible flooding, and their impact on reservoir displacement mechanics.
• Reservoir Performance Analysis: Analysis of reservoir performance, using decline curve analysis, volumetric material balance, and rate transient analysis.
• Reservoir Engineering Economics: Study of economic evaluation of reservoir engineering projects, including net present value, internal rate of return, and economic limit.
• Well Testing and Analysis: Overview of well testing techniques, including pressure transient analysis, and their application in reservoir engineering.
• Reservoir Surveillance and Monitoring: Analysis of reservoir surveillance and monitoring techniques, including production logging, wellhead pressure monitoring, and tracer studies.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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