Specialised Technical Course
Coupled Reservoir Geomechanics Simulation
Build understanding of coupled reservoir simulation by connecting flow, stress response and the assumptions governing model results.
Course Overview
Examines the interaction between reservoir flow and geomechanical response in coupled simulations. Participants assess coupling assumptions, input properties and interpretation of pressure and deformation results.
Who This Course Is For
- Reservoir engineers reviewing coupled simulations
- Geomechanics specialists evaluating rock response
- Subsurface modellers integrating flow and stress
- Technical teams interpreting pressure and deformation
What Participants Will Learn
Explain flow and stress interactions in simulation
Assess rock inputs and supporting measurement evidence
Assess boundary conditions and coupling assumptions
Interpret pressure and deformation with stated limitations
Review a coupled model and its validation needs
Key topics
- Flow and stress coupling
- Rock properties
- Boundary conditions
- Simulation interpretation
Course Modules
Back to Course OverviewCoupled Simulation Framework
Coupled Simulation Framework
Module overview
Define the interactions and objectives represented by a coupled reservoir model.
Key topics
Flow and stress coupling · Rock properties · Boundary conditions · Simulation interpretation
Learning outcome
Participants can explain flow and stress interactions in simulation.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Rock Properties and Inputs
Rock Properties and Inputs
Module overview
Review rock property evidence and the assumptions entering a coupled model.
Key topics
Rock properties · Input evidence · Property uncertainty
Learning outcome
Participants can assess rock inputs and supporting measurement evidence.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Boundary and Coupling Choices
Boundary and Coupling Choices
Module overview
Compare boundary conditions and the choices governing interaction between model components.
Key topics
Boundary conditions · Coupling choices · Model dependencies
Learning outcome
Participants can assess boundary conditions and coupling assumptions.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Pressure and Deformation Review
Pressure and Deformation Review
Module overview
Interpret simulated pressure and deformation while reviewing sensitivity and model limits.
Key topics
Pressure results · Deformation results · Sensitivity review
Learning outcome
Participants can interpret pressure and deformation with stated limitations.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Practical Coupled Model Assessment
Practical Coupled Model Assessment
Module overview
Review a coupled simulation and identify evidence required to support its interpretation.
Key topics
Simulation example · Assumption review · Validation evidence
Learning outcome
Participants can explain a coupled simulation workflow and review its key assumptions.
Learning format
Lectures, worked examples and simulation exercises
Programme Information
Course duration, location, practical components, training-centre information and applicable certification arrangements depend on the selected programme.
Learning format: Lectures, worked examples and simulation exercises
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