Petroleum geology introduction - Fieldtrip

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Who should attend?

  • This course allows to acquire a basic knowledge in geology, especially geology applied to petroleum sciences, using field observation and analysis alternating with theoretical knowledge via daily classes.
Public :
  • Non-geologists or geologist trainers/juniors who want to acquire basic knowledge in petroleum sciences.

Level :Knowledge

Prerequisite :
  • No pre-requisites are necessary to follow this course.

Course Content

  • GEOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS - Duration : 1 Day

      • Earth crust structure.
      • The globe component: rocks and minerals (main groups, identification).
      • Geological time scale (datation, stratigraphy).
      • Rock deformations (faults - folds).
      • Observations sur le terrain.
  • SEDIMENTARY BASINS: AN INTRODUCTION - Duration : 1 Day

      • Formation mechanisms.
      • Structure of a sedimentary basin.
      • Sedimentary and palaeogeographical environments.
      • Field observations.
  • SEDIMENTARY BASIN INFILLING - Duration : 1 Day

      • Clastic and carbonated sediments: classification and source.
      • Sediments cycle.
      • Petrophysical properties (porosity and permeability).
      • Sediment geometries.
      • Field observations.
  • PETROLEUM SYSTEM - Duration : 1.5 Days

      • Source rock definition.
      • Source rocks, seals and traps.
      • Hydrocarbon maturation and migration processes.
      • Prospect definition.
      • From prospect to reservoir.
      • Field observations.
  • MAIN TOOLS OF THE PETROLEUM GEOSCIENTIST - Duration : 0.5 Day

      • Seismic, logging, well logs.
      • Main results (maps, cross-sections, etc.

Learning Objectives

  • Attendees will be able to implement the following skills:
  • Identify main characteristics of a petroleum system,
  • Analyze and describe workflow and tools used by geoscientists (geological maps, sections, seismic profiles, logs).

Ways & Means

  • Daily theoretical courses and field observations,
  • Description and study of main reservoirs through field analogues,
  • Correlation between field observations and geotools (seismic, logs).

Learning assessment

  • Knowledge assessment with multiple choice questions and open explanatory questions.

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Additional information :Subscription fees include accommodation and daily field transportation fees.

Coordinator :IFP Training instructors, with expertise in the field and trained in modern teaching methods adapted to the specific needs of learners from the professional world.

To French entities : IFP Training is referenced to DataDock ; you may contact your OPCO about potential funding. Please contact our disabled persons referent to check the accessibility of this training program : referent.handicap@ifptraining.com