Introduces concepts and methods of petroleum reservoir analysis and 3-D reservoir modeling using subsurface data (cores, well logs, 3-D seismic) and outcrop analogs. Examines petroleum system, petrophysics (lithology, porosity, permeability, capillary pressure, flow units), and sequence-stratigraphic, facies, and structural controls on reservoir properties, heterogeneity, and recovery efficiency. Deterministic and stochastic reservoir modeling methods are addressed. Prereqs., GEOL 1010, 1020, and 3430, or instructor consent. Same as GEOL 5550. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Juniors or Seniors).
