2016/17 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
SOEE5174M Integrated Sub Surface Analysis
30 creditsClass Size: 30
Module manager: Dr Emma Bramham
Email: E.K.Bramham@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2016/17
Pre-requisite qualifications
MSc entrance qualificationsThis module is mutually exclusive with
SOEE5128M | Petrophysics & GP Reservoir Ev |
SOEE5171M | Seismic Reflection Interp |
Module replaces
Replaces SOEE5171M and SOEE5128M for MSc Structural Geology ONLYThis module is not approved as an Elective
Module summary
This module provides theoretical and practical learning with the module focusing on integrating a suite of sub-surface data into a common data set to allow for the learning and skills achieved in parts A,B and C (see below) to be integrated in the final part D of the module, providing the student with a full understanding of how each component works together.The module is divided into four partsA) Petrophysics and borehole analysisB) Seismic Reflection interpretation and sequence stratigraphyC) Geocellular model construction and evaluation of structural Geology implications D) The final component of the module consists of an integrated practical where by a suite of data is provided and students, within a group environment, are expected to integrate these data and make an industry-style report on asset.Objectives
On completion of this module students should be able to understand the underlying principals behind borehole data, seismic reflection data and fault models. They should be able to take these diverse data and integrate them into a single dataset. This will provide the opportunity to investigate how these different techniques are integrated in a workflow typical in both industry and the final independent research project.Learning outcomes
In Part A students should be able to understand the fundamentals of petrophysics and its use in the analysis of cores and geophysical well logs for reservoir characterisation and hydrocarbon assessment. They should have acquired skills in the analysis of geophysical well logs for determining lithology, porosity and hydrocarbon saturation.
In Part B students should be able to understand the principles and practice of interpreting industry seismic reflection data, in both a general geological and structural context and in a detailed sequence-stratigraphic context- both on paper sections and at the workstation.
In Part C students should be apply industry-standard 3D modelling/visualisation packages to building structural models and considered relationship between model horizons and faults. They should be able to construct 3D geo-cellular models and considered their application.
In Part D students will integrate the learning outcomes from Parts A-C using a single dataset and produce an industry style report. This will be undertaken as a group exercise to highlight the importance of team work in industry.
Syllabus
Part A
Petrophysics
- Formation Evaluation: geoelectrical properties
- Resistivity borehole logging
- Induction and SP logs
- Porosity Logs: sonic and density
- Porosity Logs: neutron and natural gamma ray
- Magnetic Nuclear Resonance Logs
- Image Logs and determination of lithology and porosity
- Fracture Analysis and seismic anisotropy
- Vertical Seismic Profiles (VSP): field procedures, travel-time relationships
Part B
- Borehole-to-surface seismic tying, synthetic seismograms and wavelet extraction
- picking
- loop-tying
- fault halokinesis and reefs
- digitising and contouring
- 3D interpretation specifics
- use of Kingdom Suite (TM) for seismic interpretation, seismic stratigraphy principles, sequence analysis
- facies analysis, character analysis
- tectonic controls on sequence architecture; implications for facies distribution and prospectivity.
Part C
-the generation and interrogation of a faulted 3d geological data set within the 3D modelling programme, Petrel.
- creating 3D surfaces and faults, geocellular volumes.
Part D
- Integrate the learning outcomes from Parts A-C using a single data in a group setting with minimum support provided by staff.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Group learning | 1 | 60.00 | 0.00 |
Lecture | 20 | 1.00 | 20.00 |
Practical | 30 | 2.00 | 60.00 |
Tutorial | 2 | 1.00 | 2.00 |
Private study hours | 218.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 82.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 300.00 |
Private study
Private study will be for completion of practicals, assessments and final reports (to include literature searches, reading text books, computer excercises) and revision for examinationsOpportunities for Formative Feedback
Progress will be monitored by assessment and feedback throughout.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Report | Part D - Individual Project Report | 35.00 |
Practical | Part A - 1 x Assessed Practical | 5.00 |
Practical | Part B - 4 x Assessed Practical | 40.00 |
Presentation | Part D - 1 x Group Presentation | 5.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 85.00 |
Part A (Petrophysics) – 7.5 credits Part B (Seismic reflection + includes Seismic Stratigraphy) - 11 credits Part C (Petrel) – 4 credits (assessment for this will be included within the Integrated Practical (part D) final report) Part D (Integrated Practical) – 7.5 credits
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 2 hr 00 mins | 15.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 15.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 14/02/2017
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