Thermal Recovery Processes Training Course

Introduction

Maximize heavy oil production with our specialized Thermal Recovery Processes Training Course. This program is designed to equip you with the essential skills to design and implement thermal recovery techniques, ensuring efficient and sustainable heavy oil extraction. In today's energy landscape, mastering thermal recovery is crucial for organizations seeking to optimize heavy oil reservoirs and enhance production. Our thermal recovery training course provides hands-on experience and expert guidance, empowering you to apply cutting-edge techniques for practical, real-world applications.

This thermal recovery processes training delves into the core concepts of steam injection, in-situ combustion, and solvent-based thermal methods, covering topics such as reservoir heating, fluid flow dynamics, and economic evaluation. You'll gain expertise in using industry-standard tools and techniques to thermal recovery processes, meeting the demands of modern heavy oil operations. Whether you're a reservoir engineer, production manager, or project developer, this Thermal Recovery Processes course will empower you to drive strategic EOR decisions and optimize heavy oil recovery.

Target Audience:

• Reservoir Engineers
• Production Managers
• Project Developers
• Petrophysicists
• Chemical Engineers
• Technical Staff
• Environmental Specialists

Course Objectives:

• Understand the fundamentals of thermal recovery processes.
• Master steam injection techniques for heavy oil recovery.
• Utilize in-situ combustion methods for reservoir heating.
• Implement solvent-based thermal recovery processes.
• Design and build robust thermal recovery simulation models.
• Optimize thermal recovery performance and economic evaluation.
• Troubleshoot and address common challenges in thermal recovery applications.
• Implement environmental compliance and safety standards.
• Integrate thermal recovery with existing production operations.
• Understand how to manage large-scale thermal recovery projects.
• Explore emerging technologies in thermal recovery (e.g., electromagnetic heating, hybrid methods).
• Apply real world use cases for thermal recovery in various heavy oil reservoirs.
• Leverage thermal recovery tools and frameworks for efficient implementation.

Duration

10 Days

Course content

Module 1: Introduction to Thermal Recovery

• Fundamentals of thermal recovery processes.
• Overview of heavy oil properties and challenges.
• Setting up a thermal recovery implementation framework.
• Introduction to thermal recovery methods and equipment.
• Best practices for thermal recovery.

Module 2: Steam Injection Techniques

• Mastering steam injection techniques for heavy oil recovery.
• Utilizing cyclic steam stimulation (CSS).
• Implementing steam flooding and steam assisted gravity drainage (SAGD).
• Designing and building steam injection systems.
• Best practices for steam injection.

Module 3: In-Situ Combustion

• Utilizing in-situ combustion methods for reservoir heating.
• Implementing forward and reverse combustion.
• Utilizing air injection and oxygen enrichment.
• Designing and building combustion projects.
• Best practices for in-situ combustion.

Module 4: Solvent-Based Thermal Recovery

• Implementing solvent-based thermal recovery processes.
• Utilizing vapor extraction (VAPEX) and solvent injection.
• Implementing hybrid solvent-thermal methods.
• Designing and building solvent injection systems.
• Best practices for solvent recovery.

Module 5: Simulation Models

• Designing and build robust thermal recovery simulation models.
• Utilizing thermal reservoir simulation.
• Implementing fluid flow and heat transfer modeling.
• Designing and building predictive models.
• Best practices for simulation.

Module 6: Performance and Economics

• Optimizing thermal recovery performance and economic evaluation.
• Utilizing production forecasting and optimization.
• Implementing economic analysis and risk assessment.
• Designing and building economic models.
• Best practices for economic evaluation.

Module 7: Troubleshooting Thermal Challenges

• Troubleshooting and addressing common challenges in thermal recovery applications.
• Analyzing thermal performance and field data.
• Utilizing problem-solving techniques for resolution.
• Resolving common operational issues.
• Best practices for troubleshooting.

Module 8: Environmental Compliance and Safety

• Implementing environmental compliance and safety standards.
• Utilizing emissions control and water management.
• Implementing safety management systems.
• Designing and building compliance programs.
• Best practices for compliance.

Module 9: Integration with Production Operations

• Integrating thermal recovery with existing production operations.
• Utilizing integrated reservoir management.
• Implementing production optimization and control.
• Designing and building integrated systems.
• Best practices for integration.

Module 10: Large-Scale Thermal Projects

• Understanding how to manage large-scale thermal recovery projects.
• Utilizing project management tools and techniques.
• Implementing program evaluation and reporting.
• Designing scalable thermal solutions.
• Best practices for project management.

Module 11: Emerging Thermal Technologies

• Exploring emerging technologies in thermal recovery (electromagnetic heating, hybrid methods).
• Utilizing electromagnetic heating for reservoir stimulation.
• Implementing hybrid thermal and solvent methods.
• Designing and building advanced thermal systems.
• Optimizing advanced applications for specific use cases.
• Best practices for advanced applications.

Module 12: Real-World Thermal Use Cases

• Applying real world use cases for thermal recovery in various heavy oil reservoirs.
• Utilizing thermal recovery in Canadian oil sands.
• Implementing thermal recovery in Venezuelan heavy oil.
• Utilizing thermal recovery in Californian heavy oil.
• Implementing thermal recovery in offshore heavy oil fields.
• Best practices for real-world applications.

Module 13: Thermal Tools Implementation

• Leveraging thermal recovery tools and frameworks for efficient implementation.
• Utilizing reservoir simulation software and databases.
• Implementing thermal modeling and analysis tools.
• Designing and building automated workflows.
• Best practices for tool implementation.

Module 14: Monitoring and Metrics

• Implementing thermal recovery project monitoring and metrics.
• Utilizing thermal performance indicators and KPIs.
• Designing and building monitoring systems for thermal projects.
• Optimizing monitoring for real-time insights.
• Best practices for monitoring.

Module 15: Future Trends in Thermal Recovery

• Emerging trends in thermal recovery technologies and applications.
• Utilizing AI and machine learning for thermal optimization.
• Implementing advanced heat management and control.
• Best practices for future thermal management.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 14 working days before commencement of the training.