MODULE DESCRIPTION FORM

نموذج وصف المادة الدراسية

 

 

Module Information

معلومات المادة الدراسية

Module Title

Reservoir Simulation

Module Delivery

Module Type

C

☒ Theory

☒ Lecture

☒ Lab

☐ Tutorial

☐ Practical

☐ Seminar

Module Code

BOG1173

ECTS Credits

6

SWL (hr/sem)

150

Module Level

UGx11  UGIV

Semester of Delivery

Seven

Administering Department

Oil and Gas Engineering

 College

 Oil and Gas Engineering

Module Leader

 

 e-mail

 

Module Leader’s Acad. Title

 

Module Leader’s Qualification

 

Module Tutor

 

 e-mail

 

Peer Reviewer Name

 

 e-mail

 

Scientific Committee Approval Date

 

Version Number

1.0

               

 

 

Relation with other Modules

العلاقة مع المواد الدراسية الأخرى

Prerequisite module

 

Semester

 

Co-requisites module

 

Semester

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Module Aims, Learning Outcomes and Indicative Contents

أهداف المادة الدراسية ونتائج التعلم والمحتويات الإرشادية

 Module Objectives

أهداف المادة الدراسية

 

To develop basic understanding of hydrocarbon-reservoir performance

under various operating conditions by using simulation software.

 

Module Learning Outcomes

 

مخرجات التعلم للمادة الدراسية

After studying this course, the learners will be able to: -

1. Define the basic concepts of reservoir simulation.

2. Formulate fluid flow in porous media and to solve the governing

equations, numerically using finite difference methods.

3. Apply the concepts of reservoir engineering and reservoir simulation

for petroleum field development through relevant software.

Indicative Contents

المحتويات الإرشادية

In this 15-week course on reservoir simulation, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the subject. The course begins with an introduction to the concepts of reservoir simulation, including its advantages and limitations. It then covers the revision of basic reservoir engineering concepts, fluid and rock properties, and fundamental mathematical concepts. Students will learn about the formulation of single-phase flow equations, well representation in simulators, and the solution of linear difference equations. The course progresses to explore multi-phase flow, advanced simulation techniques, and the incorporation of geologic and reservoir heterogeneity. Students will study fluid displacement mechanisms, optimization, uncertainty analysis, and streamline simulation. Practical applications and case studies will provide real-world context. The course concludes with a recap, problem-solving exercises, and final exam preparation.

 

 

Learning and Teaching Strategies

استراتيجيات التعلم والتعليم

Strategies

 

The main strategy for delivering this module is to encourage students' participation in interactive simulations, fostering their critical thinking skills and practical understanding. The classes and interactive tutorials will provide a foundation for learning, while the core focus will be on engaging students through hands-on simulation activities. By involving students in various simulation exercises, they will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and develop problem-solving abilities in a realistic context. This approach aims to enhance their understanding of reservoir simulation concepts and empower them to analyze and make informed decisions based on simulation outcomes. Through this interactive and practical approach, students will actively participate in the learning process, refining their critical thinking skills and gaining valuable experience in the field of reservoir simulation.

 

Student Workload (SWL)

الحمل الدراسي للطالب محسوب لـ ١٥ اسبوعا

Structured SWL (h/sem)

الحمل الدراسي المنتظم للطالب خلال الفصل

72

Structured SWL (h/w)

الحمل الدراسي المنتظم للطالب أسبوعيا

 

Unstructured SWL (h/sem)

الحمل الدراسي غير المنتظم للطالب خلال الفصل

78

Unstructured SWL (h/w)

الحمل الدراسي غير المنتظم للطالب أسبوعيا

 

Total SWL (h/sem)

الحمل الدراسي الكلي للطالب خلال الفصل

150

 

 

Module Evaluation

تقييم المادة الدراسية

 

As

Time/Number

Weight (Marks)

Week Due

Relevant Learning Outcome

Formative assessment

Quizzes

 

10% (10)

5 and 10

LO #1, #2 and #10, #11

Assignments

 

10% (10)

2 and 12

LO #3, #4 and #6, #7

Projects / Lab.

 

10% (10)

Continuous

All

Report

 

10% (10)

13

LO #5, #8 and #10

Summative assessment

Midterm Exam

1hr

10% (10)

7

LO #1 - #7

Final Exam

2hr

50% (50)

16

All

Total assessment

100% (100 Marks)

 

 

 

 

 

Delivery Plan (Weekly Syllabus)

المنهاج الاسبوعي النظري

Week 

Material Covered

Week 1

Introduction to reservoir simulation concepts, advantages, and limitations.

Week 2

Revision of basic reservoir engineering, fluid and rock properties, and mathematical concepts.

Week 3

Formulation of single-phase flow equations, finite difference approximation, stability, and error analysis.

Week 4

Well representation in simulators, solving linear difference equations using direct and iterative methods.

Week 5

Introduction to multi-phase flow, two-phase flow equations, relative permeability, and capillary pressure relationships.

Week 6

Numerical methods for multi-phase flow, implicit/explicit schemes, grid block-centered and cell-centered approaches.

Week 7

Mid-semester Exam (in addition to regular class). Well Modeling

Week 8

Advanced simulation techniques: compositional modeling, equation of state, and phase behavior.

Week 9

Incorporating geologic and reservoir heterogeneity, grid generation, and upscaling methods.

Week 10

Modeling fluid displacement mechanisms: water flooding, gas injection, and enhanced oil recovery.

Week 11

Reservoir simulation optimization and uncertainty analysis: history matching, sensitivity analysis, parameter estimation.

Week 12

Introduction to streamline simulation, streamline generation, advantages, and limitations.

Week 13

Practical applications and case studies of reservoir simulation in field development and production optimization.

Week 14

Recap, problem-solving exercises, and discussion of real-world challenges.

Week 15

Final exam preparation and course summary.

Week 16

Preparation for final exams (no regular class).

 

Delivery Plan (Weekly Lab. Syllabus)

المنهاج الاسبوعي للمختبر

Week 

Material Covered

Week 1-7

Software Applications: Use of a reservoir simulator, input data and

data file preparation, fine tuning for history matching and

performance prediction

Week 8-14

Class projects using software application.

 

Learning and Teaching Resources

مصادر التعلم والتدريس

 

Text

Available in the Library?

Required Texts

 

 

Recommended Texts

a. Turgay Ertekin, Jamal H. Abou-Kassem, Gregory R. King,

“Basic Applied Reservoir Simulation”, Vol. 7, Society of

Petroleum Engineers Richardson Texas,2001.

b. M. R. Carlson, “Practical Reservoir Simulation”, Edition

illustrated, Pennwell Books-Tulsa, Oklahoma, 2003.

c. Calvin C. Mattax and Robert L. Dalton, “Reservoir

Simulation”, Vol. 13, Society of Petroleum Engineers

Richardson Texas, 1990.

d. Donald W. Peaceman, “Fundamentals of Numerical Reservoir

Simulation”, ISBN: 0444552987

e. Calvin, C. Mattax, “Reservoir Simulation”, ISBN: 1555630286.

f. Henry B. Crichlow, “Modern Reservoir Engineering: A

Simulation Approach” ISBN: 0135974682.

 

Websites

 

                         

                                                                     Grading Scheme

مخطط الدرجات

Group

Grade

التقدير

Marks %

Definition

Success Group

(50 - 100)

A - Excellent

امتياز

90 - 100

Outstanding Performance

B - Very Good

جيد جدا

80 - 89

Above average with some errors

C - Good

جيد

70 - 79

Sound work with notable errors

D - Satisfactory

متوسط

60 - 69

Fair but with major shortcomings

E - Sufficient

مقبول

50 - 59

Work meets minimum criteria

Fail Group

(0 – 49)

FX – Fail

راسب (قيد المعالجة)

(45-49)

More work required but credit awarded

F – Fail

راسب

(0-44)

Considerable amount of work required

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: Marks Decimal places above or below 0.5 will be rounded to the higher or lower full mark (for example a mark of 54.5 will be rounded to 55, whereas a mark of 54.4 will be rounded to 54. The University has a policy NOT to condone "near-pass fails" so the only adjustment to marks awarded by the original marker(s) will be the automatic rounding outlined above.