PNGE 632 - Reservoir Simulation and Modeling

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," by Ertekin, Abou-Kassem, King.

Books also extensively used during the semester:

• "Elements of Reservoir Modeling," S. M. Faruq Ali.
• "Petroleum Reservoir Simulation," Aziz, Settari.

Syllabus

Week 1 - Chapter 1: Introduction

Weeks 2 & 3 - Chapter 2: Introduction to Builder IMEX

Weeks 4 & 5 - Chapter 3: Introduction to Builder Results

Weeks 6 - 9 - Chapter 4: Sensitivity Analysis - CMOST

Weeks 10 & 11 - Chapter 5: Introduction to the Final Project

• Incompressible Flow Equations
  • Field Development PLan
  • History Matching

Weeks 12 - 14 - Chapter 6: Optimization - Uncertainty Analysis

Week 15 - Chapter 7: Introduction to WinProp - GEM for CO ₂ Sequestration Modeling