Course overview
The course aims to provide students with the principles and applications of various theories and techniques essential for cost-effective design, estimation, and maximisation of oil and gas production performance within system constraints. It emphasises practical application in field development projects to optimise petroleum reserves exploitation and production. Topics covered include reservoir inflow and well performance, artificial lift system design, petroleum production facility familiarisation, and total production system analysis and optimisation using nodal analysis. Students will also be given the opportunity to apply these theories and methods through numerical problem-based exercises and practical project assignments.
Course learning outcomes
- Recognise the main terminology, concepts, and techniques that apply to reservoir engineering, based on a theory-based understanding of mathematics and physical sciences
- Demonstrate the ability to suggest approaches and strategies for assessing and quantifying reservoir uncertainty and data management validated against national or international standards
- Apply a critical thinking and problem-solving approach to the main principles of reservoir engineering, as demonstrated through the appropriate and relevant assessment
- Perform, analyse, and optimise a material balance/decline curve/water influx exercise by using commercial software commonly used in the industry to develop competency in the use of technology
- Analyse and devise relevant solutions to problems posed within the course, individually and with teammates. Demonstrate the ability to interact with other students to practice teamwork and communication skills
- Engage and participate in class and online discussions to help communicate complex concepts to professional colleagues. Evaluate and provide feedback on your own learning experience. Be committed to self-review and performance evaluation
Degree list
The following degrees include this course