Background Learning Plans in Petroleum Geophysics
Learning Objective:  TechnicalNew TechnicalNon-Technical
 
Background Learning, the ep.Learning component of IPIMS, allows you to select and pursue your own individual Learning Plan, progressing at a pace that fits your available time. Your Learning Plan selection may be as ambitious as a Comprehensive Learning Program, a more modest Learning Module, an even more limited Learning Topic.
 
Learning Objective: Technical
    Topic
Details
Program    Seismic Acquisition  
 Module   Exploration Overview  
      Fundamentals of Petroleum Geology Topic Summary
      Subsurface Environment Topic Summary
      Hydrocarbon Generation & Migration Topic Summary
      Habitat of Hydrocarbons in Sedimentary Basins Topic Summary
      Structural Geology Topic Summary
      Fundamentals of Exploration Geophysics Topic Summary
      Introduction to Field Work Topic Summary
      Basic Processing Topic Summary
      Basic Seismic Interpretation Topic Summary
      3-D Seismic Methods Topic Summary
 
 Module   Signal Theory  
      Signal Theory: A Graphical Introduction Topic Summary
      Seismic Pulse Generation & Transmission Topic Summary
      Seismic Reflection Topic Summary
      Geological Messages in the Seismic Trace Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Field Methods - 2-D  
      Surveying & Mapping on Land Topic Summary
      Positioning & Mapping at Sea Topic Summary
      Multiple Coverage Topic Summary
      Array Design Topic Summary
      Vibroseis Topic Summary
      Choosing the Field Variables Topic Summary
      Quality Control in the Field Topic Summary
      3-D Seismic Methods Topic Summary
 
 Module   3-D Seismic Techiniques  
      Gravity & Magnetics Topic Summary
      Borehole Velocity Measurements Topic Summary
      Vertical Seismic Profiling (VSP) Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Instrumentation  
      Drilling & Well Completion Topic Summary
      Introduction to Well Logging Topic Summary
      Surveying & Mapping on Land Topic Summary
      Positioning & Mapping at Sea Topic Summary
      Vibroseis Topic Summary
      Quality Control in the Field Topic Summary
 
 Module   VSP Data Collection  
      Gravity & Magnetics Topic Summary
      Borehole Velocity Measurements Topic Summary
      Vertical Seismic Profiling (VSP) Topic Summary
 
 Module   Production Methods  
      Mud Logging Topic Summary
      Fluid Flow & the Production System Topic Summary
 
 
Program    Seismic Processing  
 Module   Exploration Overview  
      Fundamentals of Petroleum Geology Topic Summary
      Habitat of Hydrocarbons in Sedimentary Basins Topic Summary
      Fundamentals of Exploration Geophysics Topic Summary
      Introduction to Field Work Topic Summary
      Basic Processing Topic Summary
 
 Module   Signal Theory  
      Signal Theory: A Graphical Introduction Topic Summary
      Seismic Pulse Generation & Transmission Topic Summary
      Seismic Reflection Topic Summary
      Geological Messages in the Seismic Trace Topic Summary
      Basic Seismic Interpretation Topic Summary
      3-D Seismic Methods Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Field Methods  
      Multiple Coverage Topic Summary
      Array Design Topic Summary
      Vibroseis Topic Summary
      Choosing the Field Variables Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Processing  
      Vibroseis Topic Summary
      Basic Processing Topic Summary
      Initial Processes Topic Summary
      Velocities Topic Summary
      Static Corrections Topic Summary
      Deconvolution Topic Summary
      Stacking, Filtering & Display Topic Summary
      Seismic Migration Topic Summary
      3-D Seismic Methods Topic Summary
 
 Module   VSP Processing  
      Introduction to Well Logging Topic Summary
      Well Logging Tools & Techniques Topic Summary
      Well Log Interpretation Topic Summary
      Gravity & Magnetics Topic Summary
      Borehole Velocity Measurements Topic Summary
      Vertical Seismic Profiling (VSP) Topic Summary
 
 
Program    Seismic Interpretation  
 Module   Exploration Overview  
      Fundamentals of Petroleum Geology Topic Summary
      Hydrocarbon Properties Topic Summary
      Habitat of Hydrocarbons in Sedimentary Basins Topic Summary
      Production Technology Topic Summary
      Shelf Marine Sandstone Reservoirs Topic Summary
      Deepwater Marine Sandstone Reservoirs Topic Summary
      Fundamentals of Exploration Geophysics Topic Summary
      Introduction to Field Work Topic Summary
      Basic Processing Topic Summary
      Basic Seismic Interpretation Topic Summary
      3-D Seismic Methods Topic Summary
 
 Module   Signal Theory  
      Signal Theory: A Graphical Introduction Topic Summary
      Seismic Pulse Generation & Transmission Topic Summary
      Seismic Reflection Topic Summary
      Geological Messages in the Seismic Trace Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Field Methods  
      Vibroseis Topic Summary
      Choosing the Field Variables Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Interpretation  
      Traps Topic Summary
      Basic Seismic Interpretation Topic Summary
      Seismic Contouring Topic Summary
      Fault Interpretation Topic Summary
      Velocity Interpretation & Depth Conversion Topic Summary
      Hydrocarbon Indicators Topic Summary
      Seismic Stratigraphic Modeling Topic Summary
      3-D Seismic Methods Topic Summary
 
 Module   Velocity Interpretation  
      Velocity Interpretation & Depth Conversion Topic Summary
      Geologic Cross-Sections Topic Summary
      Introduction to Well Logging Topic Summary
 
 Module   Production Methods  
      Production Technology Topic Summary
      Subsurface Facies Analysis Topic Summary
      Introduction to Petroleum Chemistry Topic Summary
      Basic Completion Design & Practices Topic Summary
      Fundamentals of Well Testing Topic Summary
      Drillstem Testing Topic Summary
      Coring & Core Analysis Topic Summary
      Fluid Sampling & Analysis Topic Summary
      Reservoir Environments & Characterization Topic Summary
      Reservoir Simulation Topic Summary
      Other Geological Techniques Topic Summary
 
 
 

Background Learning Plans in Petroleum Geophysics
Learning Objective:  TechnicalNew TechnicalNon-Technical
   
Background Learning, the ep.Learning component of IPIMS, allows you to select and pursue your own individual Learning Plan, progressing at a pace that fits your available time. Your Learning Plan selection may be as ambitious as a Comprehensive Learning Program, a more modest Learning Module, an even more limited Learning Topic.
 
Learning Objective: New Technical
    Topic
Details
Program    General Development Program for Petroleum Geophysicists  
 Module   Introductory Topics and Seismic Signals  
      Fundamentals of Exploration Geophysics Topic Summary
      Geological Messages in the Seismic Trace Topic Summary
      Signal Theory: A Graphical Introduction Topic Summary
      Seismic Pulse Generation & Transmission Topic Summary
      Seismic Reflection Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Instruments and Field Techniques  
      Introduction to Field Work Topic Summary
      Surveying & Mapping on Land Topic Summary
      Positioning & Mapping at Sea Topic Summary
      Multiple Coverage Topic Summary
      Array Design Topic Summary
      Vibroseis Topic Summary
      Choosing the Field Variables Topic Summary
      Quality Control in the Field Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Processing  
      Basic Processing Topic Summary
      Initial Processes Topic Summary
      Velocities Topic Summary
      Static Corrections Topic Summary
      Deconvolution Topic Summary
      Stacking, Filtering & Display Topic Summary
      Seismic Migration Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Interpretation  
      Basic Seismic Interpretation Topic Summary
      Fault Interpretation Topic Summary
      Seismic Contouring Topic Summary
      Velocity Interpretation & Depth Conversion Topic Summary
      Hydrocarbon Indicators Topic Summary
      Seismic Stratigraphic Modeling Topic Summary
 
 Module   3-D Seismic and Other Geophysical Techniques  
      3-D Seismic Methods Topic Summary
      Gravity & Magnetics Topic Summary
      Crosswell Seismology Topic Summary
      Borehole Velocity Measurements Topic Summary
      Synthetic Seismogram Topic Summary
      Vertical Seismic Profiling (VSP) Topic Summary
 
 Module   Petroleum Geology Fundamentals and Basic Skills  
      Fundamentals of Petroleum Geology Topic Summary
      Hydrocarbon Properties Topic Summary
      Subsurface Environment Topic Summary
      Hydrocarbon Generation & Migration Topic Summary
      Reservoirs Topic Summary
      Traps Topic Summary
      Habitat of Hydrocarbons in Sedimentary Basins Topic Summary
      Geologic Cross-Sections Topic Summary
 
 Module   Wellsite Geology  
      Drilling & Well Completion Topic Summary
      Production Technology Topic Summary
      Sampling & Analysis of Drilled Cuttings Topic Summary
      Mud Logging Topic Summary
 
 Module   Wireline Well Logging  
      Well Logging Tools & Techniques Topic Summary
      Well Log Interpretation Topic Summary
      Dipmeter Surveys Topic Summary
      Introduction to Well Logging Topic Summary
 
 Module   Reservoir Characterization  
      Subsurface Facies Analysis Topic Summary
      Sequence Stratigraphy Topic Summary
      Deepwater Marine Sandstone Reservoirs Topic Summary
 
 Module   Structural Geology and Remote Sensing  
      Structural Geology Topic Summary
      Photogeology & Remote Sensing Topic Summary
 
 Module   Geochemistry  
      Introduction to Petroleum Chemistry Topic Summary
 
 Module   Petroleum Engineering  
      Fluid Flow & the Production System Topic Summary
      Basic Completion Design & Practices Topic Summary
      Fundamentals of Well Testing Topic Summary
      Drillstem Testing Topic Summary
      Coring & Core Analysis Topic Summary
      Fluid Sampling & Analysis Topic Summary
      Reservoir Environments & Characterization Topic Summary
 
 
Program    Geophysics for Young Professionals  
 Module   Introduction to Geophysics  
      Fundamentals of Exploration Geophysics Topic Summary
      Introduction to Field Work Topic Summary
      Basic Processing Topic Summary
      Basic Seismic Interpretation Topic Summary
      3-D Seismic Methods Topic Summary
 
 Module   Basics of Seismic Measurements  
      Signal Theory: A Graphical Introduction Topic Summary
      Seismic Pulse Generation & Transmission Topic Summary
      Seismic Reflection Topic Summary
      Geological Messages in the Seismic Trace Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Instruments and Field Techniques  
      Introduction to Field Work Topic Summary
      Surveying & Mapping on Land Topic Summary
      Positioning & Mapping at Sea Topic Summary
      Multiple Coverage Topic Summary
      Array Design Topic Summary
      Vibroseis Topic Summary
      Choosing the Field Variables Topic Summary
      Quality Control in the Field Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Processing  
      Basic Processing Topic Summary
      Initial Processes Topic Summary
      Velocities Topic Summary
      Static Corrections Topic Summary
      Deconvolution Topic Summary
      Stacking, Filtering & Display Topic Summary
      Seismic Migration Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Interpretation  
      Basic Seismic Interpretation Topic Summary
      Fault Interpretation Topic Summary
      Seismic Contouring Topic Summary
      Velocity Interpretation & Depth Conversion Topic Summary
      Hydrocarbon Indicators Topic Summary
      Seismic Stratigraphic Modeling Topic Summary
 
 Module   3-D Seismic and Other Geophysical Techniques  
      3-D Seismic Methods Topic Summary
      Gravity & Magnetics Topic Summary
      Crosswell Seismology Topic Summary
      Borehole Velocity Measurements Topic Summary
      Synthetic Seismogram Topic Summary
      Vertical Seismic Profiling (VSP) Topic Summary
 
 
 

Background Learning Plans in Petroleum Geophysics
Learning Objective:  TechnicalNew TechnicalNon-Technical
   
Background Learning, the ep.Learning component of IPIMS, allows you to select and pursue your own individual Learning Plan, progressing at a pace that fits your available time. Your Learning Plan selection may be as ambitious as a Comprehensive Learning Program, a more modest Learning Module, an even more limited Learning Topic.
 
Learning Objective: Non-Technical
    Topic
Details
Program    Overview of Petroleum Geophysics  
 Module   Introductory Topics in Petroleum Geophysics  
      Fundamentals of Exploration Geophysics Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Field Work  
      Introduction to Field Work Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Processing  
      Basic Processing Topic Summary
 
 Module   Seismic Interpretation  
      Basic Seismic Interpretation Topic Summary