Specialised Technical Course
Kinetics in Hydrocarbon Generation and Cracking in Petroleum System Modeling Projects
Build understanding of generation and cracking kinetics by reviewing thermal histories, model assumptions and calibration evidence.
Course Overview
Examines how hydrocarbon generation and cracking kinetics are represented in petroleum system models. Participants assess kinetic assumptions alongside thermal history and model calibration.
Who This Course Is For
- Petroleum geochemists assessing kinetic evidence
- Petroleum system modellers evaluating generation
- Exploration geoscientists reviewing thermal histories
- Technical specialists comparing model assumptions
What Participants Will Learn
Explain generation and cracking within petroleum models
Assess kinetic inputs and supporting analytical evidence
Relate thermal histories to modelled hydrocarbon generation
Assess calibration and sensitivity to kinetic assumptions
Interpret kinetic model results and state uncertainties
Key topics
- Generation kinetics
- Cracking reactions
- Thermal history
- Model calibration
Course Modules
Back to Course OverviewGeneration and Cracking Context
Generation and Cracking Context
Module overview
Connect hydrocarbon generation and cracking concepts with petroleum system modelling objectives.
Key topics
Generation kinetics · Cracking reactions · Thermal history · Model calibration
Learning outcome
Participants can explain generation and cracking within petroleum models.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Kinetic Input Assessment
Kinetic Input Assessment
Module overview
Review kinetic inputs and the evidence supporting their use in a model.
Key topics
Kinetic inputs · Evidence sources · Input uncertainty
Learning outcome
Participants can assess kinetic inputs and supporting analytical evidence.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Thermal History Review
Thermal History Review
Module overview
Examine how thermal history assumptions affect modelled hydrocarbon generation.
Key topics
Thermal assumptions · Burial history · Generation response
Learning outcome
Participants can relate thermal histories to modelled hydrocarbon generation.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Calibration and Sensitivity
Calibration and Sensitivity
Module overview
Compare calibration evidence and assess sensitivity to kinetic assumptions.
Key topics
Calibration evidence · Sensitivity comparisons · Model limitations
Learning outcome
Participants can assess calibration and sensitivity to kinetic assumptions.
Learning format
Technical explanation · worked examples · guided exercise
Practical Kinetic Model Review
Practical Kinetic Model Review
Module overview
Review a modelling example and explain uncertainty in its generation and cracking results.
Key topics
Model example · Result interpretation · Remaining uncertainty
Learning outcome
Participants can assess how kinetic assumptions influence modelled hydrocarbon generation.
Learning format
Lectures, worked examples 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, worked examples and modelling exercises
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