Workshop on Reservoir Fluid Properties and PVT analyses

Objective

The objective of this course is to provide a review of theimportant fundamental physico-chemical properties of reservoir fluids as well as a review of the state-of-the-art technologies for crude oil characterization, and PVT experiments such as Constant Composition Expansion, Differential Liberation, Flash Separation and Swell-tests, among others. Introduction to phase behavior modeling using cubic equations and advanced molecular-based models is also included, with practical examples and case studies.

Intended Audience

Petroleum engineers, process engineers, reservoir engineers, production chemists, flow assurance specialists, laboratory technicians, and anyone interested in learning more about the characterization of reservoir fluids and PVT analyses and computer modeling.

Pre-requisites

Some knowledge of phase equilibrium thermodynamics is desirable although the course does not require previous experience on these topics.

Topics

• 1. Reservoir fluid fundamentals


• 2. Fluid sampling


• 3. Crude oil characterization


• 4. PVT tests


• 5. How to read a PVT report


• 6. Equations of State (cubic and molecular-based equations)


• 7. Phase behavior modeling


• 8. Quality checks on a PVT report


• 9. Viscosity measurements and modeling


• 10. Hands-on case studies

Duration: 2 days

Handouts and other course materials

Handouts on the technical content and case studies will be provided to all the attendees. An excel-based simulation tool will be also provided for hands-on experience in solving the proposed case studies (PVT modeling of reservoir fluids).

About the Instructor

Dr. Francisco “Paco” Vargas is Ennova’s Chief Technology Adviser. Paco is recognized among people from academia and industry for his novel experimental and modeling methods to understand and predict the phase behavior of petroleum systems and flow assurance problems, such as asphaltene deposition. He has also developed strategies to mitigate and remediate this problem. Paco is an assistant professor in the department of chemical and biomolecular engineering at Rice University and prior to this appointment, he was the manager of the flow assurance program of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and worked with the flow assurance team of Chevron ETC. Paco is well-known for his teaching abilities and his engaging approach in the classroom. He has been the recipient of various teaching and research awards in the UAE, USA and Mexico. For prices and more information Contact Us.