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The primary objective of this course is to help professionals understand the principles of in-situ stress and rock mechanics, and learn how to apply them profitably in today's energy industry. We will introduce you to the basic principles of in-situ stress rock mechanics, measurement and determination of stress in inclined boreholes, as well as industry applications. Course participants emerge with a clearer understanding of how geomechanics can be used to reduce non-productive-time and optimize production. Attendees will be introduced to state-of-the-art software tools and problem solving techniques used by GMI in consulting engagements worldwide to maximize the asset value. The course outline is below.

Development Geomechanics

• The Tectonic Stress Field – Basic Principles
• Pore Pressure and Stress in Sedimentary Basins
• Rock Physics
• Rock Failure
• Fractures and Faults in Three Dimensions
• Stress Concentrations Around Wells
• Estimation of SHmax from Wellbore Failure
• Directional Drilling Constraints
• Maximizing Wellbore Stability
• Critically Stressed Fractures and Faults
• Dynamic Constraints on Hydrocarbon Accumulation
• Injection, Water Flooding and Hydraulic Fracturing
• Production-Induced Faulting and Compaction