Integrated Field Management workflows - Network Coupling - RILS (Remote Instructor Led Training)

Integrated asset models are created by connecting together existing subsurface and surface simulation models. This can deliver numerous benefits such as better understanding and representation of production system constraints enabling better field planning, production forecasting and full-field optimization.

SLB technologies offer a modern method of connecting and controlling subsurface and surface models using INTERSECT Field Management (IXFM). IXFM offers unique capabilities to couple multiple INTERSECT reservoir models and multiple surface network models. All the coupled models can be controlled and actioned by Field Management (FM) thus allowing all the capabilities and benefits of FM to be applied to the Integrated Model. 

The workflow presented in this course is focused on network coupling. Pressure losses in the surface production system can have a critical impact on well productivity, especially for offshore fields. Thus, when simulations are performed for the purpose of field development planning and optimization, it is highly advantageous for the simulation model to include the surface facilities as well as the reservoir. These facilities may consist of a network of flowlines from the wellheads joining at manifolds to form a gathering system and, for offshore fields, the risers that take the fluids up to the facilities on the platforms. Field Management has the capability to balance the wells in the reservoir model(s) with the coupled nodes in the surface network model(s).

The course will be delivered in five (5) sessions lasting ~ four (4) hours each. An intensive agenda also implies homework after each session. Hence full-time commitment is expected from participants.

Each student will need the following to attend:

1. Windows-based PC*
2. USB Headset
3. Internet Access capable of 720HD video-streaming
4. Second monitor or tablet (highly recommended)
5. Webcam (highly recommended)

*Hands-on exercises will be performed using locally installed Petrel, INTERSECT, IAM & PIPESIM software; hence client machine must satisfy min. requirements. Alternatively, practical sessions can be accessed through DELFI Cloud Environment (subject to availability).