This session: 25 - 29 Jan 2027
This Advanced Petroleum Engineering & Reservoir Management session in Lyon (France) runs from Monday 25 January to Friday 29 January 2027 (week 4, Q1 2027). It is the 1st of 2 dates in Lyon (France) in 2027, at a fee of £5,900, the same for each of them. Registration is open for this date. It is held in person.
| Dates | Monday 25 Jan – Friday 29 Jan 2027 |
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| Week | 4 of 2027 |
| Duration | One week |
| Fee | £5,900 |
| Status | Open for registration |
| Format | In person |
Introduction
Advanced Petroleum Engineering & Reservoir Management is a cornerstone discipline for maximizing the efficient extraction of hydrocarbon resources and enhancing oil field productivity. This comprehensive training program equips participants with advanced knowledge and practical tools to analyze well performance, develop effective reservoir management strategies, and make data-driven decisions that improve production rates and reduce operational costs.
The course is designed for executives, team leaders, engineers, technicians, and petroleum specialists seeking to strengthen their expertise in planning, analysis, and technical reservoir management. Over the span of five intensive days, participants will gain hands-on experience in modeling, simulation, and data analysis, ensuring sustainable operations and maximizing return on investment.
Course Objectives
- Understand the latest technologies in petroleum engineering and reservoir management.
- Apply advanced techniques in well productivity analysis.
- Develop long-term, effective reservoir management strategies.
- Use modeling and simulation tools to support technical decisions.
- Evaluate field performance and enhance recovery rates.
- Plan for increased production while minimizing operating costs.
- Analyze geological and geophysical data to inform decision-making.
- Integrate reservoir management with overall field development plans.
Course Outlines
Day 1: Advanced Petroleum Engineering Concepts
- Review of petroleum engineering fundamentals.
- Latest advancements in drilling and production technologies.
- Rock properties and reservoir characteristics.
- Evaluating well performance using production indicators.
- Role of maintenance and workovers in efficiency improvement.
- Case study: Enhancing output from a low-producing well.
Day 2: Fundamentals of Reservoir Management
- Definition and significance of reservoirs in the production cycle.
- Stages of reservoir development.
- Key performance indicators for reservoirs.
- Collection and analysis of geological data.
- Techniques for improved reservoir management.
- Workshop: Planning management for a new reservoir.
Day 3: Reservoir Modeling and Simulation
- Basics of reservoir modeling.
- Simulation software and analytical tools.
- Building a 3D reservoir model.
- Analyzing different development scenarios.
- Assessing the impact of changes on production.
- Practical exercise on reservoir simulation software.
Day 4: Production Optimization Strategies
- Enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods.
- Managing pressures and production rates.
- Water and gas handling techniques.
- Cost-reduction approaches in field operations.
- Performance metrics for optimization plans.
- Case study: Boosting output in a mature field.
Day 5: Final Evaluation and Development Planning
- Comprehensive review of acquired concepts.
- Post-optimization field and reservoir performance analysis.
- Long-term development planning.
- Setting investment priorities for field projects.
- Final project: Full reservoir development plan.
- Course closure and certificate distribution.
Why Attend this Course: Wins & Losses!
- Gain in-depth expertise in petroleum engineering and reservoir management.
- Improve efficiency and maximize return on investment.
- Utilize state-of-the-art modeling and analytical tools.
- Make strategic, data-driven operational decisions.
- Develop effective, practical improvement plans.
- Strengthen collaboration between technical and management teams.
- Earn an industry-recognized certification.
- Gain practical, applicable skills from real-world scenarios.
Conclusion
The Advanced Petroleum Engineering & Reservoir Management course provides a complete and integrated framework for efficient petroleum resource management. By blending theoretical knowledge with practical applications, it enables participants to develop sustainable strategies for increasing production, reducing costs, and leveraging modern technologies for analysis and simulation.
Acquiring these skills not only boosts technical performance but also enhances strategic planning and decision-making capabilities, ensuring long-term success in petroleum projects.
Good to know
How long is the course, and what are the daily hours?
This date lasts one week: 25 - 29 Jan 2027. A one-week course is 20 hours over 5 days: 4 hours each training day (9am – 1pm). Timing and duration can be customised to your needs.
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Which language is the course taught in?
Courses are offered in English and Arabic. The course language is officially English; on request, it can be delivered in Arabic while keeping the English terms.
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Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. At the end of the course you receive the course certificate issued by BlackBird Training, with an online QR code to verify it.
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How do I book, and when do I pay?
Choose Apply now and fill in the form; we guide you through the rest. The acceptance letter is sent within 24 hours of your registration. Payment is due at least 10 days before the course starts, online by credit card or by bank transfer.
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You can send a replacement delegate if you tell us one week before the course starts. Cancellation and refund terms are set out in the cancellation policy.
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Advanced Petroleum Engineering & Reservoir Management, Lyon (France), 25 - 29 Jan 2027