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| Application and Interpretation of Converted Waves | ||
| Instructor | Tuition | |
|
James Gaiser |
$2000 |
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Course description
This course provides a thorough overview of the methods of multi-component (3-C and 4-C) seismic exploration from basic petrophysical analysis and survey design through 3-D converted-wave migration. Numerous examples and case histories show the design, application, and use of multi-component surveys. Both 2-D and 3-D surveys and analysis will be discussed. Marine surveys (up to 4C-4D measurements) and analysis are highlighted. Supporting measurements as dipole sonic logs and 3-C VSP are also included. Field case interpretation exercises reinforce concepts introduced by the instructors.
Course outline
- Rock properties, logs, synthetic seismograms, VSP
P and S velocity and density
Acoustic and dipole sonic logs
PP and PS AVO synthetics
3-C VSP surveys and analysis Multi-component acquisition
Sources, receivers
Survey design, recording systems, logistics, costs- PS processing
Statics, velocity analysis, DMO
Stacking, migration, inversion
Anisotropy considerations - P- and S-wave interpretation
Section correlation, synthetics, VSP support
Field data exercises including: channel sand delineation, dolomite/anhydrite changes, 4C marine cases, conglomerate reservoir identification
