Polymer Flooding Basics Training Course

Polymer Flooding Basics Training Course. Level: Basic | Duration: 2 days | Format: In-person or Remote

Master the Fundamentals of Polymer Flooding for Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR)

This comprehensive Polymer Flooding Basics training course provides a structured overview of polymer flooding, covering every stage from reservoir selection to full-field implementation. Designed for industry professionals, this course integrates real-world field cases from attendees’ portfolios to walk through the complete polymer flooding workflow, ensuring a hands-on learning experience. An online version is also available here.

💡 What You Will Learn

  • Key principles of polymer chemistry in the context of EOR.
  • Mechanisms of polymer flooding and its impact on recovery efficiency.
  • Reservoir suitability assessment for polymer injection.
  • Best practices in polymer selection, preparation, and injection techniques.
  • Operational challenges and solutions for polymer flooding projects.
  • Economic and environmental considerations, including carbon footprint reduction.

By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with practical knowledge to evaluate, design, and implement polymer flooding projects, optimizing oil recovery while mitigating common challenges. Reach out!

📆 Course Agenda

Day 1: Understanding the Fundamentals

Basics of Polymer Chemistry

  • Introduction to polymers and their role in EOR.
  • Types of polymers used in polymer flooding.
  • Key polymer properties that influence performance.

Mechanisms of Polymer Flooding

  • How polymers enhance oil recovery.
  • The impact of viscosity and mobility control.
  • Polymer adsorption, degradation, and stability.

Day 2: Implementation & Field Applications

Designing a Polymer Flood

  • Screening criteria for suitable reservoirs.
  • Laboratory testing and pilot project setup.
  • Injection strategies for optimal performance.

Operational Challenges & Solutions

  • Polymer mixing, injection techniques, and well selection.
  • Handling produced polymer and minimizing losses.
  • Monitoring performance and optimizing long-term efficiency.

Case Studies & Best Practices

  • Real-world polymer flooding projects.
  • Lessons learned from field applications.
  • Strategies for scaling up to full-field deployment.

👩🏻‍⚕️🧑🏻‍⚕️Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for professionals involved in chemical EOR and polymer flooding, including:

  • Reservoir engineers, production engineers, and drilling engineers.
  • Geologists and geophysicists working in EOR.
  • Completion engineers and field operations supervisors.
  • Exploration managers and decision-makers evaluating polymer flooding strategies.

Whether you are new to polymer flooding or looking to strengthen your knowledge, this course provides the foundational skills and practical insights needed to enhance oil recovery through effective polymer injection strategies.

📝 Reviews

Here’s a review from PanAmerican energy after an in-person course in Buenos Aires.

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You can also check our YouTube channel for additional videos and podcasts and navigate the Polymer Flooding Guide for more content or our Academy for online versions of the course.