COURSE DESCRIPTION: Energy sustains civilization. This course will review the processes critical to the formation, accumulation, occurrence of geologically based energy resources. The energy transition from carbon-based energy to other types of energy is emphasized. This course is appropriate for those wanting a comprehensive understanding of important aspects of energy geology, i.e., petroleum, coal, gas hydrates, geothermal, hydrogen, helium, uranium, etc. A Systems Approach is used to discuss energy types. Many elements of energy geology are important for people working in the energy industry. Utilization of Carbon and other Energy Gases (CCS and CCU) is emphasized.
Exercises are interspersed with lectures to emphasize learning outcomes. We will build on your existing geological knowledge (particularly petrology, stratigraphy and structural geology) and engineering backgrounds to enhance your professional growth in those areas of geology, geophysics and engineering related to petroleum exploration and development.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
The participant will become familiar with elements of energy geology (i.e., source, reservoir, seal). This includes petrophysics (log analysis), subsurface pressure analysis (including hydrodynamics), DST analysis, subsurface water analyses, and subsurface mapping and correlation techniques.
REGISTRATION POLICY
Registration should be made at least one month before the start of a course. It is recommended that participants register early due to limited seating. However, we will accept paid registrations up to the last business day before the class, provided there are seats available. Registrants will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours of registration and will receive complete venue information two weeks prior to the first day of class.
REMINDER: your seat in a course is NOT confirmed until payment is received.
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