Transient Analysis of Oil and Gas Well Tests

Introduction:

The  Transient Analysis of Oil and Gas Well Tests course provides an in-depth exploration of well testing objectives, focusing specifically on transient analysis for oil and gas wells. Participants will learn classical drawdown and buildup analysis methods, as well as advanced gas well testing techniques, including Inflow Performance Relationships (IPR), Absolute Open Flow (AOF) analysis, and well test validation.

The course begins with an introduction to the fundamental principles of oil and gas well testing, covering methodologies for conducting these tests. Attendees will gain essential knowledge of reservoir rock and fluid properties necessary for effective well analysis, complemented by crucial equations. Practical considerations, such as sampling techniques and the use of specialized testing tools in transient conditions, will also be covered.

Objectives:

At the end of this Transient Analysis of Oil and Gas Well Tests course, participants will be able to:

• Understand both downhole and surface testing equipment utilized in oil and gas well analysis.
• Implement well testing procedures and report on their performance.
• Gain insights into gas well testing procedures and their interpretation.
• Conduct comprehensive tests on oil wells.
• Design effective test campaigns for gas and oil wells.

Training Methodology:

• Interactive exercises
• Discussion of real-life examples
• Use of models/prototypes
• Review sessions
• Practice intervals
• Workshops
• Hands-on working practices (if applicable)

Course Outline:

Unit 1: Introduction to Well Testing

• Purpose of well testing in oil and gas activities
• Reservoir and rock properties affecting well test results
• Effects of reservoir fluid on well test analysis
• Basic well test theory for transient testing

Unit 2: Objectives of Well Testing, Equipment, and Processes

• Downhole and surface equipment used in well analysis
• Effective downhole data monitoring for optimizing testing procedures
• Sampling methods (on-site and surface)
• Well testing procedure sequence and data quality assessment
• Critical factors in well testing solutions

Unit 3: Principles of Pressure Transient Analysis

• Differentiating flow regimes during well tests
• Validating and analyzing mobility and skin in wells
• Understanding and addressing boundary effects in well analysis
• Reporting results from well tests

Unit 4: Gas Well Testing and Test Analysis Procedures

• Isochronal and back-pressure gas well tests: use and objectives
• Rate-dependent skin estimation and its influence on well tests
• Analyzing gas well test data
• Explaining IPR and AOF analysis in gas well analysis

Unit 5: Oil Well Testing Practice

• Managing optimal well tests considering oil well analysis parameters
• Transient wireline testing and its role in well testing technology
• Vertical oil and gas well buildup interpretation: case studies

Conclusion:

By mastering these key aspects, participants will leave the Transient Oil and Gas Well Test Analysis course equipped with technical knowledge and practical skills relevant to current oil and gas well testing methods.