COURSE SCHEDULE
| Code | Date | Location | price (€)* |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAT 601 | 13 - 15 May 2026 | Online | 1980 |
| DAT 601 | 2 - 4 Dec 2026 | Online | 2640 |
| DAT 601 | 15 - 17 Apr 2026 | Stavanger | 2640 |
| DAT 601 | 4 - 6 Nov 2026 | Abu Dhabi | 2640 |
COURSE OVERVIEW
This three-day training course focuses on the application of Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) to predict reservoir parameters, particularly in uncored wells. When combined with high-quality geological and petrophysical input data, ANN models can significantly enhance the predictability of reservoir properties and contribute to more reliable reservoir models. Strong geological and petrophysical control over data selection, handling, and interpretation is essential to achieve meaningful and robust results.
The course begins with a fundamental introduction to ANN concepts, followed by practical training using Tiberius ANN software and associated macros. Participants will learn how to gather and prepare data, run and validate models, interpret results, and identify common pitfalls in ANN applications. Through hands-on exercises, attendees will work through the complete workflow—from input data preparation to model development, testing, and interpretation. The models will then be blind-tested against a new well to assess predictive performance. Finally, the validated ANN models will be applied to uncored wells to enhance regional prediction of reservoir parameters.
By the end of the course, participants will have the knowledge and practical skills required to develop and run their own ANN models for reservoir characterization.
COURSE OUTLINE
3 days
Day 1
o Introduction to artificial neural network.
o Input and output variables.
o Importance of correct depth shifting.
o Importance on petrophysical evaluation of input wire-line logs.
o Hidden non-linear neurons – selecting the ideal number of neurons.
o How to avoid under/over-training of the network.
o Achieving least test data fitting error.
o Predictability vs. accuracy.
o Application of developed ANN models to wells with missing input variables.
o Different predictive models: Regression and Classification.
o Installation of software and associated macros.
o Overview of the Tiberius software.
EXERCISE: Regression ANN.
Case study from producing field
Day 2
o Pore-type classification.
o Pore-type control on poro-perm relationships.
o Brief introduction to pore-type control on saturation heights.
Day 3
o Classification of ANN analysis.
o How to handle multi-output data.
o Average hit scores vs. average raw data scores.
o Application of macros developed for pore types.
o How to modify the macros to handle other output parameters.
EXERCISE: Classification of ANN.
INSTRUCTOR

Arve Lønøy
Arve Lønøy has 37 years of experience as a carbonate geologist in exploration, production/field development, and research. He also has six years of experience working with siliciclastic reservoirs in the North Sea. His primary area of expertise is carbonate sedimentology and diagenesis, with a strong focus on reservoir characterization. He has developed several proprietary techniques for static reservoir modeling. In 2006, he published a new pore-type classification system (AAPG) that is applied to predict permeability, effective porosity, saturation heights, and hydrocarbon contacts. These predictions are further enhanced through the use of artificial intelligence, utilizing a time-efficient methodology he has developed. This methodology for reservoir characterization, and its application in reservoir modeling, was formally approved during a Beicip-Franlab audit in 2012.
FAQ
DESIGNED FOR
Geoscientists with a basic understanding of sedimentology, reservoir characterisation and wireline logs.
COURSE LEVEL
Intermediate to Advanced
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The participants will learn:
o Basics of ANN models
o How to run ANN models using Tiberius software and the associated macros
o Different types of ANN models for different needs
o How to handle multi output data
o Define pore types (data variable involved)
o Handle wireline log data
o Data preparation
o Pitfalls
o Interpreting results
o Model testing
o Application to uncored wells
o How to apply results in static reservoir models
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