Educational Services

Dynamic Graphics' users are skilled scientists whose time is both valuable and costly. We strive to maximize the use of client time by using real data and application-based, hands-on problem solving in our courses. As such, our courses turn new users into more skillful and productive investigators quickly and efficiently. Our students learn about techniques and capabilities in EarthVision and WellArchitect software that allow them to construct realistic maps, models, and directional well paths in two and three dimensions. All of Dynamic Graphics' softward is very intuitive and does not require an extensive sequence of courses to master.

Most open enrollment courses are held in Alameda, California, the site of our corporate training center; however, other offerings are held during the calendar year at our regional offices. Clients may also arrange with Dynamic Graphics' Educational Services for customer or proprietary training courses at client locations. Email us or contact Educational Services at 1.510.522.0700 or 1.719.384.0496 to discuss your training needs.

To register for a class, please register online or download, complete and fax the following forms to 510.522.5670:

• Registration Form
• Trainee Profile Form

Please contact Dynamic Graphics (510.522.0700) to confirm your registration if you have not heard back from us within two days of filing your registration form.

For other information:

• Training Schedule
• Directions: Alameda, Houston
• Accommodations: Alameda, Houston
• Instructors

Course Descriptions

Introduction to EarthVision and the WorkFlow Manager (WFM1)

An introduction to EarthVision, with a primary emphasis on the program's WorkFlow Manager. The class uses 2D and 3D data and grids for faults and horizons as components in building 3D structure and property models. Class topics include: data visualization and validation, data editing in 3D, constructing fault hierarchies, building stratigraphic sequences, and constructing the final 3D volume model. The extraction of 2D maps and cross sections from the finished model completes the sequence of activities. Other topics include the calculation of precise volumes, Formula Processor operations for file manipulation, and exploring the program's powerful Graphic Editor. Upon completion of the course, students will have a solid introduction to building three-dimensional faulted models and will be comfortable using the 3D visualization tools. (4 days)

Advanced Structure Modeling and the WorkFlow Manager (WFM2)

This class covers modeling of more complex structural geometries, as well as property distributions within the various containers defined by the structural components. Compressional or thrust faults as well as overturned surfaces are investigated. The class covers iterative refinement of the model, time-to-depth conversion, volume calculation, an introduction to well-bore planning, and extensive use of the program's 3D Viewer for model analysis, validation, and understanding. (4 days)

WorkFlow Manager Applications and Problem Solving (WFM3)

Designed to recognize and address different application situations, the activities of this course use EarthVision's integrated functionalities, shell scripts, and the latest technical tips and skills to construct valid models in a project-based workshop setting. This advanced class is intended to build confidence and extend proficiency with EarthVision's structural modeling capabilities to a higher level. (4 days)

Well Path Design and Geosteering in 3D (WPD)

Using consistent 3D structure/property models as a basis, the class explores the EarthVision Well Positioning toolbox. Planning the location of entirely new well paths and locating sidetracks and multi-lateral bores from existing wells are covered. Rapid model revision and path refinement based on MWD and LWD data are also treated, as is the export/transmission of shared data and models. The objective of the class is drill-path optimization based on changing geologic, economic, and technical constraints. (2 days)

Introduction to WellArchitect (WA)

Introduces students to Dynamic Graphics' WellArchitect program to design, plan, visualize and manage directionally drilled wells and surveys. The class is organized into lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises covering the major components of the software. These include the Well Explorer (program interface), 3D Viewer, Well Path Designer/Editor, WellPath Survey Editor, Output Launcher, and the Graphic Editor. By the end of the course, students will have a good understanding and level of comfort with the interface and the various program functionality. WellArchitect has been designed in cooperation with Baker Hughes INTEQ to offer professional drillers and well planners an easy to use, professional drilling engineering package. The program includes more than 40 tool types and corresponding positional uncertainty models for risk/collision avoidance calculations and uncertainty analysis and reporting. (3 days)

Outline of topics:

• Overview of WellArchitect software
• Well Explorer Interface
• Defining Operator/Field/Facility/Slot/Target Information
• Introduction to the 3D Viewer
• Using the Well Path Designer
• Editing Well Paths
• Different Well Profile types
• Building a Well Plan
• Positional Uncertainty
• Anti-Collision Rules
• Entering Survey Data
• Projecting Ahead
• Outputs (Maps and Reports)
• Graphic Editing of Plots
• Planning Sidetracks
• Importing, Exporting and Transfering Data

Introduction to Reservoir Cellular Gridding (EVCELL)

A two day course introducing students to Dynamic Graphic's Rreservoir Cell Gridding software. EVCELL enables users to quickly and efficiently build upscaled cellular grids and populate them with property values from an EarthVision model.

Activities of the class cover defining the cellular model space and aligning the grid to the major structural feature(s) such as faults. The various fault treatments as I, J, IJ, and IJK stair-step methods are discussed for building cells along faults followed by the definition of flow units based on stratigraphic geometry and lithologic character. Cell grids may be trimmed to cover only a portion of the original EarthVision model. Different property populating methods are examined followed by export of the cellular grid to the industry standard simulation formats: GridGenr(GTF), VIP, ECLIPSE, CMG, FLOGRID, and RESCUE.

The course is organized into lectures and demonstrations with numerous hands-on exercises. Once the basics of the functionality is discussed and exercised, a series of different model exercises exists for each student to then build a cellular grid. By the end of the course students will have sufficient experience building, examining, and, using the new 3D Viewer, QC'ing cellular grids to enable them to begin building cellular grids for their own data models.

Special Advanced Seminar #1 -
3D Volumetric Analysis Using Fluid Contacts (SAS1)

A four-day course in advanced 3D modeling and volumetrics techniques. Students learn how to build complex geologic models incorporating fluid contacts as both 2D and 3D objects. Topics include how to use EarthVision to calculate, report, cross check, and map volumetric distributions using fluid contacts, the J-function water saturation formula, as well as other petrophysical criteria. Property indicator grids are introduced as a method for quick visual display of properties. Additional study is focused on calculating and mapping (via tornado plots) volume sensitivities by easily adjusting the fluid contacts and other petrophysical parameters.

 
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Last updated: March 21, 2007