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    Introduction to Geology

    • Foundation
    • 4 Days
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    Geology is a core science that underpins much of what we do in the Oil & Gas business. A good understanding of the principles of Geology as they apply to Petroleum is essential for any subsurface discipline.

    The primary objective of this course is to introduce E&P professionals to the key concepts and principles of Geology as applied to the Oil & Gas industry. The course will provide a summary of the fundamentals of Geology that need to be understood in order to integrate such information in the processes of petroleum exploration, development, and production.

    The course is classroom-based, containing a mix of theory, application, exercises and videos.

    Entry level to mid-level Engineers, Geoscientists, and other E&P staff who need an understanding of the role Geology plays in their everyday business activities.

    • General Geology
    • Structural Geology
    • Clastic and Carbonate Depositional Systems
    • Geologic mapping and Cross-Sections
    • The Petroleum System
    • Correlation and Stratigraphy
    • Pore Systems and Diagenesis
    • Geological Modeling
    • Unconventional Resources
    • Seismic Methids
    • Wellbore Data - Wireline and Core

    Basic understanding of the Oil & Gas industry and the processes involved in Petroleum Exploration, Development, and Production.

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