Introduction:
This comprehensive 5-day professional training course will equip you with the essential knowledge and practical skills to effectively apply sequential stratigraphy and advanced correlation methods to survey-based oil play predictions
Designed for experienced petroleum geologists, geophysicists, and explorationists, this course will provide you with a holistic understanding of the principles of sequential stratigraphy, advanced correlation techniques, and their application to hydrocarbon exploration

Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
• Thoroughly grasp the fundamental principles of sequential stratigraphy and its application in petroleum exploration
• Analyze seismic data and well logs to identify and interpret sequence boundaries, systems tracts, and facies distributions
• Apply advanced correlation methods, including seismic facies analysis, biostratigraphy, and chemostratigraphy, to refine subsurface interpretations
• Integrate sequential stratigraphy and correlation techniques to predict oil plays and assess their exploration potential
• Effectively communicate survey-based oil play predictions to stakeholders and decision-makers
Course Agenda
Day 1: Introduction to Sequential Stratigraphy and its Principles
• Overview of sequential stratigraphy and its role in petroleum exploration
• Understanding the concept of depositional systems and their relationship to sea-level changes
• Identifying and interpreting sequence boundaries, including unconformities, maximum flooding surfaces, and lowstand surfaces
• Classifying systems tracts, such as lowstand systems tracts, transgressive systems tracts, and highstand systems tracts
Day 2: Seismic Facies Analysis and Advanced Correlation
• Exploring the principles of seismic facies analysis and its application in sequential stratigraphy
• Interpreting seismic data to identify and map facies distributions within depositional systems
• Utilizing seismic attributes to enhance facies discrimination and improve subsurface interpretations
• Integrating seismic facies analysis with biostratigraphy and chemostratigraphy for robust correlation
Day 3: Biostratigraphy and Chemostratigraphy in Sequential Stratigraphy
• Understanding the role of biostratigraphy in dating sedimentary rocks and refining correlations
• Utilizing biostratigraphic markers, such as foraminifera, ostracods, and nannofossils, to establish chronostratigraphic frameworks
• Applying chemostratigraphic techniques, such as stable isotope analysis, to correlate sequences and assess environmental conditions
• Integrating biostratigraphy and chemostratigraphy with seismic facies analysis for enhanced correlation
Day 4: Predicting Oil Plays using Sequential Stratigraphy and Advanced Correlation
• Assessing the potential of sequence boundaries and systems tracts for hydrocarbon accumulation
• Identifying potential reservoir rocks, source rocks, and seal rocks within depositional systems
• Evaluating the migration pathways and trapping mechanisms for hydrocarbons in various geological settings
• Applying integrated sequential stratigraphy and correlation techniques to predict the location and characteristics of oil plays
Day 5: Communication and Presentation of Survey-Based Oil Play Predictions
• Effectively communicating survey-based oil play predictions to stakeholders and decision-makers
• Preparing persuasive presentations using maps, cross-sections, and seismic data to convey geological interpretations
• Adapting communication strategies to different audiences, including technical experts and non-technical stakeholders
• Utilizing storytelling techniques to enhance the impact of oil play predictions and influence decision-making
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for:
• Experienced petroleum geologists seeking to deepen their understanding of sequential stratigraphy and advanced correlation
• Geophysicists involved in seismic interpretation for hydrocarbon exploration
• Explorationists responsible for evaluating oil plays and assessing exploration potential
• Individuals interested in expanding their expertise in survey-based oil play predictions
Course Benefits
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of sequential stratigraphy and its application in petroleum exploration
• Develop practical skills in seismic facies analysis, biostratigraphy, and chemostratigraphy for advanced correlation
• Enhance your ability to predict oil plays and assess their exploration potential using integrated geological and geophysical data
• Expand your knowledge of effective communication strategies for conveying geological interpretations and influencing decision-making
• Stay updated on the latest advancements and trends in sequential stratigraphy and correlation techniques