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Performance Assessment and Optimization Using Nodal Analysis

Why Choose Performance Assessment and Optimization Using Nodal Analysis Training Course?

This Performance Assessment and Optimization Using Nodal Analysis training course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of performance analysis, prediction, and optimization of oil and gas reservoirs using nodal analysis. Participants will learn the basic principles of nodal analysis and how it is used in designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting oil and gas production systems. The course will cover topics such as inflow and outflow performance, wellbore hydraulics, fluid properties, and nodal analysis software. Participants will also have the opportunity to apply their knowledge through practical exercises and case studies.

What are the Goals?

By the end of This Performance Assessment and Optimization Using Nodal Analysis training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamentals of nodal analysis, including the use of nodal analysis in performance analysis, prediction, and optimization of oil and gas production.
  • Learn the key components of nodal analysis, including inflow performance relationships (IPR), tubing performance relationships (TPR), and the application of these components in nodal analysis.
  • Understand the use of nodal analysis in identifying and diagnosing well performance issues, such as liquid loading, and selecting and optimizing artificial lift systems.
  • Learn the use of nodal analysis in predicting well performance and optimizing production rates, such as optimizing choke size and production rate to maximize production and profitability.
  • Gain an understanding of the importance of reservoir characterization and how it relates to nodal analysis and production optimization.
  • Understand the application of nodal analysis in unconventional reservoirs, including shale gas and tight oil reservoirs.
  • Gain an overview of the latest tools and technologies used in nodal analysis and production optimization.
  • Understand the practical exercises and case studies to enhance participants' understanding of the concepts covered.

Who is this Training Course for?

This Performance Assessment and Optimization Using Nodal Analysis training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Production engineers
  • Reservoir engineers
  • Well completion engineers
  • Technical personnel involved in the design, optimization, and management of oil and gas production systems

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This Performance Assessment and Optimization Using Nodal Analysis training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This will include an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.

The Course Content

  • Overview of performance analysis, prediction, and optimization
  • Principles of nodal analysis
  • Elements of a production system
  • Fluid properties and wellbore hydraulics
  • Practical exercises on nodal analysis principles
  • Overview of inflow performance analysis
  • Types of inflow models
  • Inflow performance relationships
  • Pressure transient analysis
  • Practical exercises on inflow performance analysis
  • Overview of outflow performance analysis
  • Types of outflow models
  • Tubing performance analysis
  • Gas lift design
  • Practical exercises on outflow performance analysis
  • Overview of nodal analysis software
  • Nodal analysis models and workflows
  • Optimization and sensitivity analysis
  • Troubleshooting nodal analysis models
  • Practical exercises on nodal analysis software
  • Overview of nodal analysis applications
  • Artificial lift selection and optimization
  • Integrated asset modeling
  • Field development planning
  • Practical exercises on nodal analysis applications

Certificate and Accreditation

  • AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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Coventry
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