Specialised Technical Course
Digital Rock Physics
Develop an evidence-led approach to digital rock analysis, from image preparation to property modelling and measurement comparison.
Course Overview
Examines how digital representations of rock samples support evaluation of pore structure and rock properties. Participants review image preparation, modelling assumptions and comparison with physical measurements.
Who This Course Is For
- Rock physics specialists reviewing digital workflows
- Petrophysicists evaluating pore structure evidence
- Reservoir engineers assessing rock property models
- Geoscientists integrating imaging and laboratory data
What Participants Will Learn
Explain a digital rock evaluation workflow
Assess image suitability for rock property evaluation
Interpret pore structure within a digital representation
Compare modelled properties with physical measurements
Assess a digital workflow and define validation requirements
Key topics
- Rock imaging
- Pore structure
- Property modelling
- Measurement comparison
Course Modules
Back to Course OverviewDigital Rock Workflow
Digital Rock Workflow
Module overview
Connect rock imaging with the objectives and limitations of digital property evaluation.
Key topics
Rock imaging · Pore structure · Property modelling · Measurement comparison
Learning outcome
Participants can explain a digital rock evaluation workflow.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Image Preparation and Quality
Image Preparation and Quality
Module overview
Review image preparation choices and the evidence used to assess image suitability.
Key topics
Image preparation · Image quality · Representation assumptions
Learning outcome
Participants can assess image suitability for rock property evaluation.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Pore Structure Interpretation
Pore Structure Interpretation
Module overview
Review the representation of pore structure and its implications for model inputs.
Key topics
Pore geometry · Representation choices · Input interpretation
Learning outcome
Participants can interpret pore structure within a digital representation.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Property Modelling and Validation
Property Modelling and Validation
Module overview
Compare property modelling assumptions and review agreement with physical measurements.
Key topics
Model assumptions · Property outputs · Measurement comparison
Learning outcome
Participants can compare modelled properties with physical measurements.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Practical Digital Rock Review
Practical Digital Rock Review
Module overview
Review a digital workflow and identify validation requirements before interpreting property results.
Key topics
Workflow example · Validation needs · Interpretation limits
Learning outcome
Participants can assess a digital rock workflow and identify validation requirements.
Learning format
Lectures, image review and modelling exercises
Programme Information
Course duration, location, practical components, training-centre information and applicable certification arrangements depend on the selected programme.
Learning format: Lectures, image review and modelling exercises
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