Reservoir simulation is a key tool in petroleum engineering, enabling professionals to analyze and forecast hydrocarbon production under varying field conditions. CMG’s IMEX simulator is widely recognized for its robust black oil modeling capabilities, as well as its adaptability to unconventional reservoirs such as tight gas and shale formations. This training course introduces participants to the practical application of IMEX, covering essential workflows from model construction and initialization to production forecasting and optimization.

Through a balance of theoretical concepts and hands-on exercises, participants will gain expertise in building black oil reservoir models, simulating multiphase fluid flow, and adapting workflows to the complexities of unconventional reservoirs. The program also emphasizes the integration of well data, rock and fluid properties, and advanced simulation techniques for history matching and scenario analysis. By the end of the course, attendees will be equipped with practical skills to utilize CMG IMEX effectively for field development and production optimization.

Duration: 10 Days

Target Audience

• Reservoir engineers
• Petroleum engineers
• Simulation specialists
• Geologists and geoscientists
• Production engineers
• Field development planners
• PVT/SCAL laboratory analysts
• Oil and gas consultants
• Subsurface modeling professionals
• Data scientists in petroleum applications
• Graduate students in petroleum engineering

Objectives

• Understand the fundamentals of CMG IMEX simulator workflows
• Build and initialize black oil reservoir models
• Incorporate well, rock, and fluid property data into models
• Simulate multiphase flow in conventional reservoirs
• Adapt IMEX workflows for unconventional reservoirs
• Perform history matching with production data
• Run scenario-based forecasts and optimization
• Evaluate primary, secondary, and EOR recovery strategies
• Conduct uncertainty and sensitivity analysis
• Integrate simulation insights into field development planning
• Enhance reporting and visualization of simulation results
• Apply best practices in IMEX reservoir modeling

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to CMG IMEX

• Overview of CMG software suite
• Capabilities of IMEX for reservoir simulation
• Applications in black oil and unconventional reservoirs
• Linking geology, petrophysics, and simulation
• Case examples in industry

Module 2: Fundamentals of Black Oil Modeling

• Principles of black oil reservoir simulation
• Three-phase flow concepts
• Reservoir fluid characterization
• Well modeling basics in IMEX
• Model construction steps

Module 3: Data Preparation and Input Handling

• Importing well and geological data
• Preparing PVT and SCAL data
• Property tables for rock and fluids
• Data quality control techniques
• Formatting input files for IMEX

Module 4: Grid Design and Initialization

• Principles of reservoir gridding
• Cartesian and corner-point grids
• Defining initial reservoir conditions
• Running initialization simulations
• Validating model setup

Module 5: Production Data Integration

• Incorporating field production history
• Aligning model inputs with observed data
• Understanding discrepancies in production trends
• Preparing datasets for history matching
• Quality assurance of production inputs

Module 6: Simulation of Conventional Reservoirs

• Modeling primary recovery processes
• Water and gas injection strategies
• Predicting production under various scenarios
• Identifying recovery limitations
• Case examples of conventional reservoir simulation

Module 7: Simulation of Unconventional Reservoirs

• Challenges in modeling tight and shale reservoirs
• Hydraulic fracturing representation in IMEX
• Dual-porosity and dual-permeability models
• Stress-sensitive reservoir properties
• Case studies in unconventional reservoirs

Module 8: History Matching Techniques

• Fundamentals of history matching
• Adjusting parameters for calibration
• Comparing observed vs simulated results
• Tools and workflows in IMEX
• Case studies of history matching

Module 9: Enhanced Recovery Strategies

• Secondary recovery modeling in IMEX
• Waterflooding and gas injection techniques
• Simulation of chemical EOR processes
• Evaluating incremental recovery
• Practical recovery optimization

Module 10: Well Modeling and Optimization

• Defining well trajectories and completions
• Well control and constraints in IMEX
• Optimizing production rates
• Evaluating infill drilling options
• Case examples of well optimization

Module 11: Scenario Analysis and Forecasting

• Building multiple reservoir scenarios
• Forecasting oil, gas, and water production
• Long-term vs short-term forecasting methods
• Sensitivity analysis of key parameters
• Economic implications of forecasts

Module 12: Uncertainty Analysis in Simulation

• Sources of uncertainty in reservoir models
• Probabilistic approaches to forecasting
• Sensitivity testing and scenario comparisons
• Communicating uncertainty in outputs
• Best practices in risk analysis

Module 13: Integration with Field Development Planning

• Using IMEX outputs for decision-making
• Linking simulation to field planning
• Identifying bottlenecks and opportunities
• Evaluating recovery strategies
• Real-world field development cases

Module 14: Visualization and Reporting

• Visualization tools in CMG IMEX
• Generating production plots and maps
• Communicating results to stakeholders
• Preparing technical reports
• Best practices in reporting

Module 15: Future Trends in Reservoir Simulation

• Advances in unconventional reservoir modeling
• AI and machine learning applications
• Cloud-based simulation platforms
• Integration with real-time production data
• Emerging trends in digital reservoir 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 7 working days before commencement of the training.