An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Fractured and Unconventional Reservoir Modelling
From Rock Mechanics to Reservoir Optimization
Course Overview
Unlocking the full potential of unconventional reservoirs—such as shale, tight sands, and carbonates—demands more than conventional workflows. It requires an integrated understanding of rock mechanics, fracture behavior, and wellbore placement strategies.
This Fractured and Unconventional Reservoir Modelling training course empowers geologists, reservoir engineers, and drilling professionals with the practical knowledge needed to overcome geomechanical challenges and improve well performance in complex formations. Participants will gain field-ready skills without reliance on advanced seismic interpretation or numerical simulation software.
Through structured lectures, real-world case studies, and hands-on exercises, attendees will learn how to:
- Evaluate both natural and induced fracture networks
- Assess in-situ stress impacts on wellbore stability
- Apply geosteering techniques to align horizontal wells with productive fracture corridors
Whether you're involved in exploration, development, or production planning, this training course will significantly enhance your ability to drive efficiency, reduce risk, and optimize hydrocarbon recovery in unconventional reservoirs.
This Fractured and Unconventional Reservoir Modelling training course will highlight:
- The fundamentals of fracture mechanics and rock failure criteria
- Techniques for characterizing fracture networks in shale, tight sands, and carbonate reservoirs
- Impact of in-situ stress on fracture propagation and borehole integrity
- Application of directional drilling and geosteering to improve reservoir exposure
- Actionable workflows for fracture analysis without the need for seismic or modeling software
Training Outline
DAY 1 to DAY 5:
- Introduction to natural fractures in rocks
- Classification: joints, faults, shear, tensile fractures
- Fundamentals of rock stress and failure
- Fracture geometry: orientation, spacing, aperture
- Indicators: veins, shear zones, breccias
- Flow mechanisms in dual systems: matrix vs fracture flow
- Pressure support, depletion, and flow compartmentalization
- Water and gas coning in fractured systems
- Mud weight windows and collapse risk
- Natural fractures vs induced fractures in wellbores
- Impact of stress orientation on drilling hazards
- Horizontal and multilateral wells in fractured settings
- Geosteering principles: staying within target zones
- Aligning wellbore azimuth with fracture orientation
Certificates
- On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
- Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Accreditation
GLOMACS is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org.
All Training Seminars delivered by GLOMACS by default are eligible for CPE Credit.
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About Saudi Glomacs
At Saudi GLOMACS, we specialize in delivering world-class training courses in Saudi Arabia and across various international locations. Our training courses are tailored to meet the unique demands of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program, focusing on empowering Saudi citizens and enhancing workforce skills. We offer diverse courses spanning leadership, management, engineering, and technical disciplines to cultivate expertise and drive professional growth. Our flexible learning options—whether in-person, online, or in-house—ensure accessibility and convenience for individuals and organizations alike.
With over 30+ years of experience through the GLOMACS global network, we are committed to delivering innovative, results-driven training solutions. Our expert instructors combine industry knowledge with dynamic teaching methods, fostering practical skill development and long-term career success. By choosing Saudi GLOMACS, you're investing in personal excellence and contributing to the Kingdom’s sustainable economic growth and vision-driven transformation.
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