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Mapping Subsurface Structures - MSS |
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Computer-Based Subsurface Mapping - CSM |
Discipline: Geology Level: Foundation Duration: 5 days Instructor(s): Timothy McMahon |
For geoscientists, contour maps have long been one of the most common tools used to convey information. In the modern petroleum industry, contour maps are generally derived from grids created in interpretation software packages. Maps, or the grids themselves, are used to evaluate prospectivity, estimate prospect volumes, pick drilling locations, and are the inputs for basin models, and static reservoir models. Despite the importance of these maps and the underlying grids, there is often a poor understanding of how the grids are generated and what the implications may be for the final map. The underlying theme in this course is to think about what you are mapping. Common gridding algorithms and parameters are reviewed, with an emphasis on their strengths and weaknesses for different geological problems and input data sets. Participants are asked to generate a variety of maps from different input data types, seeing the impact that varying parameters can have on a single input data set. Participants will also utilize various methods of quality control, grid editing, and grid manipulation (operations). |
Designed For: Geoscience professionals and support staff who generate structure, isochore, and other subsurface maps using interpretation or mapping software. |
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Instructors: DR. TIMOTHY MCMAHON is the founder and Principal Geoscientist with Cutlass Exploration, LLC, a Katy-based prospecting and petroleum consulting firm. He has 21 years' experience in the oil and gas industry. During ten years with ConocoPhillips he worked as an exploration geoscientist or exploration supervisor in Malaysia (offshore Sabah), Norway (Atlantic Margins) and Houston (Deepwater GOM and Global New Ventures Exploration). Previous positions included Burlington Resources Technology Enhancement Team working in GOM, Wyoming, Canada, China, and Ecuador, and as a trainer and consultant with Landmark Graphics. Timothy is a self-motivated geoscientist with strong technical skills and exposure to a wide variety of geologic settings both in the US and internationally. He has extensive experience in basin-scale play analysis, 2D and 3D interpretation and prospecting, integrated geologic mapping and volumetric/risk analysis. Strengths include adaptability, passion for continued learning and a strong work ethic. Timothy received his PhD in Geological Sciences from University of Texas at Austin, his MS in Geology from New Mexico State University, and his BA in Geology from Rutgers University. In-House Course Presentations All courses are available for in-house presentation to individual organizations. In-house courses may be structured the same as the public versions or tailored to meet your requirements. Special courses on virtually any petroleum-related subject can be arranged specifically for in-house presentation. For further information, contact our In-House Training Coordinator at one of the numbers listed below. Telephone 1- 832 426 1234 Facsimile 1- 832 426 1244 E-Mail inhouse@petroskills.com Public Course Presentations How to contact PetroSkills: 1-800-821-5933 toll-free in North America or Telephone 1-918-828-2500 Facsimile 1-918-828-2580 E-Mail registrations@petroskills.com Internet www.petroskills.com Address P.O. Box 35448, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74153-0448, U.S.A |