PE6403 - GEOPHYSICS-II (Syllabus) 2013-regulation Anna University
PE6403 - GEOPHYSICS-II (Syllabus) 2013-regulation Anna University
PE6403 |
GEOPHYSICS-II |
LPTC |
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3003
OBJECTIVES:
To review the basic geophysical concepts as used in the petroleum industry; applications of seismic data in reservoir description.
UNIT I |
9 |
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Geophysics as a toll for mapping of subsurface geological features – Introduction. Technology implementation. Seismic interpretation. Seismic characteristics and structural features. Pitfalls due to 3D effects and shallow features. Seismic stratigraphy. 3D data acquisition and processing.
UNIT II |
9 |
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Work stations – Introduction. Hardware and Software. Work station capabilities. Display techniques. 3D visualization.
UNIT III |
9 |
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3D Interpretation – Fault recognisation and mapping. Limitations on 2D fault mapping. Advantage of 3D diagram. 3D structural mapping. Stratigraphic interpretation. Analysis of direct hydrocarbon indicators. Summary.
UNIT IV |
9 |
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Seismic attributes - Introduction. Classification of attributes. Reservoir properties, tectonics and fault planes. Lithology, structure and sedimentology. Discussion and conclusions. Dip and azimuth technology.
UNIT V |
9 |
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Reservoir evolution – Reservoir management. Process model. Effect of rock and fluid properties. Flow surveillance and porocity calculations. 4D seismic. Inversion of seismic reflection data applications. 4D reservoir characterization.
TOTAL : 45 PERIODS
OUTCOMES:
Student would be able to understand: Main geophysical methods; Wave propagation – P and S waves, alteration at interfaces (reflection/refraction); Seismic method (data gathering and interpretation); Use and limits of seismic in reservoir description.
TEXT BOOKS:
1. S.Boyer & J.J. MARI “Seismic Surveying and Well Logging” – Technip Editions, 2004
2. J.J. MARI & E. COPPENS “Well Seismic Surveying” – Technip Edition 2003
2. J.J. MARI & E. COPPENS “Well Seismic Surveying” – Technip Edition 2003
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