Course Description

PROSPER is a basic tool for any petroleum engineer. It models well performance at which the trainee will be able to make whatever sensitivities he/she want to optimize the production system and/or diagnose any problem. The Nodal Analysis is the fundamental method used by production engineers to study and evaluate wells. Nodal analysis is a technique to determine the flow condition of a well through two subsystems: “Inflow” and “outflow” defined by a “node” (point reference). Nodal analysis concepts apply to wells in natural flow, artificial lift wells to injection wells and for this reason it is important to understand the purpose, assumptions, phenomena involved and the limitations of the method.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participant will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental concepts of nodal analysis and its application in reservoir analysis.
• Utilize PROSPER modeling tool to analyze well performance, optimize production systems, and diagnose problems.
• Apply GAP modeling techniques to analyze network behavior, identify bottlenecks, and ensure flow assurance.
• Perform tank modeling using MBAL to analyze reservoir dynamics, aquifer effects, and production history.
• Model fluid behavior using PVTP to determine phase envelopes, critical points, and fluid properties.
• Apply VLP correlations in nodal analysis and understand their significance in reservoir engineering.
• Effectively use advanced PROSPER modeling techniques for horizontal wells, multilayer reservoirs, and dual porosity systems.
• Implement integrated asset modeling (IAM) techniques by combining PROSPER, GAP, and MBAL to optimize reservoir performance.
• Conduct sensitivity studies, optimization analyses, and case studies to enhance reservoir performance.
• Demonstrate proficiency in data entry, quality control, and interpretation of results in various modeling tools.
• Apply the learned concepts and techniques to real-world scenarios through workshops and case studies.

Who Can Benefit

• Petroleum engineers
• Production engineers
• Reservoir engineers
• Field engineers and technicians
• Managers and supervisors in the oil and gas industry
• Students and researchers in petroleum engineering
• Professionals interested in reservoir analysis and modeling