Course

Computational Reservoir and Well Modeling (PET510)

Facts

Course code PET510

Credits (ECTS) 10

Semester tution start Autumn

Language of instruction English

Number of semesters 1

Exam semester Autumn

Time table View course schedule

Literature The syllabus can be found in Leganto

Introduction

This course gives an introduction to how mathematical models and computational methods can be used to describe flow processes taking place in reservoirs and wells. The student will get an introduction to how such models can be solved by analytical and numerical techniques. Models in general are very much used in the petroleum industry.

Content

Basic numerical methods, Conservation laws, closure laws,solution techniques, practical applications

Learning outcome

  • Have knowledge about standard numerical techniques that can be used to study petroleum related models.
  • Be able to formulate central (partial and ordinary) differential equations relevant for porous media and well flow, transient as well as stationary models. Know related closure laws and correlations that are involved in such models.
  • Be able to formulate discretizations of such mathematical models and assess properties like stability and accuracy.
  • Be trained in implementing (in matlab) such numerical methods
  • Know specific applications of the models that are presented.
  • Have a general understanding about the role played by mathematical models and computational methods as a tool in petroleum related operations.

Required prerequisite knowledge

None

Recommended prerequisites

Good knowledge in calculus and basic physical laws for fluid mechanics

Exam

Written exam

Weight 1/1

Duration 4 Hours

Marks Letter grades

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Withdrawal deadline 24.11.2025

Exam date 08.12.2025

Written exam with pen and paper.

Coursework requirements

Compulsory assignments, Compulsory assignments
2 mandatory assignments must be approved 3 weeks before the exam.

Method of work

Class room instruction, programming exercises, calculation exercises

Open for

Admission to Single Courses at Master Level at the Faculty of Science and Technology
Computational Engineering Industrial Economics Industrial Economics Petroleum Engineering Petroleum Engineering - Master of Science Degree Programme, Five Years
Exchange programme at The Faculty of Science and Technology

Admission requirements

Must meet the admission requirements of one of the study programmes the course is open for.

Course assessment

The faculty decides whether early dialogue will be held in all courses or in selected groups of courses. The aim is to collect student feedback for improvements during the semester. In addition, a digital course evaluation must be conducted at least every three years to gather students’ experiences.

Contact

Head of Department:
Øystein Arild
Study Program Director:
Runar Bøe
Course teacher:
Kjell Kåre Fjelde
Course coordinator:
Steinar Evje

Offered by

Faculty of Science and Technology

Department of Energy and Petroleum Engineering

The course description is retrieved from FS (Felles studentsystem). Version 1