Water Shut-off & Conformance Training Course
Water Shut-off & Conformance Training Course. Knowledge and skills required to effectively manage excess water production and improve conformance using the latest technologies and techniques
Intermediate Level | 3 Days | In-Person or Remote
Master Excess Water Management & Conformance Strategies
This comprehensive three-day training program is designed to equip geologists, production engineers, completion engineers, reservoir engineers, and field managers with the knowledge and skills to control excess water production and improve conformance. The course focuses on advanced chemical technologies, including gels, RPM, PPG, microgels, etc., offering practical strategies for optimizing oil recovery and reducing water-related production challenges.
Course Objectives
In this water shut-off and conformance control course, you will:
✅ Understand the impact of excess water production and its economic consequences.
✅ Learn key strategies for water shut-off and conformance using proven technologies.
✅ Gain in-depth knowledge of chemical treatments, including gel-based solutions for fractures.
✅ Explore modern water control technologies like Relative Permeability Modifiers (RPM), Preformed Particle Gels (PPG), Microgels, Nanogels.
✅ Analyze real-world case studies to bridge the gap between theory and field implementation.
By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with practical solutions to reduce water production, enhance oil recovery, and optimize reservoir performance.
Course Agenda
📅 Day 1: Foundations of Water Shut-Off & Conformance
🔹 Introduction & Objectives. The importance of water shut-off in oilfield production
🔹 Causes & Impact of Excess Water Production. Economic consequences & industry challenges
🔹 Strategic Water Control Planning. Step-by-step approach to reducing water issues
🔹 Existing Water Control Technologies. Overview of chemical and mechanical solutions
🔹 Gel Placement Fundamentals. Key concepts for effective conformance control
📅 Day 2: Deep Dive into Water Shut-Off Technologies
🔹 Gels & Gelation Process. Understanding polymer gels & their applications
🔹 Gels in Fractures. Best practices for using gels in fracture management
🔹 Advanced Chemical Treatments: RPM, PPG, PFPG
📅 Day 3: Real-World Applications & Case Studies
🔹 Global Case Studies. Success stories & lessons from diverse oilfields
🔹 Interactive Session. Participants share experiences & challenges
🔹 Q&A & Closing Remarks. Recap, additional resources & further learning
Who Should Attend?
This training is ideal for:
✔ Geologists & reservoir engineers working on conformance control
✔ Production & completion engineers seeking to optimize well performance
✔ Managers & decision-makers addressing water production challenges
What Our Participants Say
📢 “The course provided a perfect balance between theory and field applications. It gave us valuable insights into water shut-off techniques and helped us optimize our field operations.” – Marat Sagyndikov, KMG
📢 “The presenter opened our eyes to key water shut-off problems and provided clear solutions to correct our mistakes.”. Timur Ispanbetov, KMG
📢 “With increasing water production issues in mature oilfields, this course offers a systematic engineering approach to mitigating these challenges. The instructor’s broad experience makes it a must-attend for engineers involved in conformance control.” – Anton Charushin, Gulf Energy (NESR)
Why Take This Course?
✅ Industry-Relevant Training. Learn proven techniques & the latest advancements
✅ Real-World Application. Case studies from global oilfields
✅ Expert-Led Instruction. Taught by industry professionals with hands-on experience
✅ Flexible Learning. Available in-person or remote
📌 Ask for a quote today to gain expert knowledge in water shut-off & conformance control and optimize your field operations!
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