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It is High Time for Oil & Gas Companies to Delve into the World of MOOCs
Authors: Vaidyula Srinivas Kumar , Al-Khaledi Sadoun , Al-Otaibi Musleh 
Published: October 2015

Abstract
This paper aims at exposing oil and gas companies, contractors and service providers, to inspire and urge them to delve into the exciting and exponentially expanding world of MOOCs – Massively Open Online Courses. They have immense potential of vastly improving the process of workforce learning and knowledge growth. The benefits of the MOOCs are simply too great to ignore and continue to tread on the traditional training path only. Already several corporates have made a paradigm shift and redefined their training models.
The paper presents the platforms, tools and opportunities available in both technical and non-technical fields, and how one can access these digital education processes from some of the world's best universities, professional forums and institutions, available often free of cost on the World Wide Web. This is the age of digital information, actively pursued by the current generation aptly named as "digital natives". The humankind has gone through several revolutions through the centuries and currently is undergoing through a very large, powerful and rapidly evolving e-learning transformation all over the world on the virtual platforms. Therefore, it is essential that everyone is made aware, understand and be part of these sweeping transformations in these learning mechanisms.
MOOCs will empower the large community of oil and gas professionals to various self-learning technical, managerial, HSSE and personality development courses, while providing them accessibility sitting in their cozy confines of home. The Authors through this paper would like to bring and share their MOOCs experience to the SPE community. The paper discusses the essential attributes of the learning processes, and analyses both the traditional classroom based learning and MOOCs based learning opportunities. The focus is from a point of an engineer working in the oil and gas industry. However, the mechanisms and the approach methodology is beneficial for all the professionals, technical staff, managerial and administration personnel in the oil and gas industry as well outside it.
The paper lists MOOCs providers, websites and resources under different categories such as universities based open source learning, institutional agencies, technical forums, libraries, general learning etc. where one can benefit from the tools such as MOOCs, video lectures, notes, books, standards, and technical spreadsheet based calculations etc.
MOOCs have come into prominence very recently in the late 2012. Within these three years, they have caught the imagination of people, universities and the corporates alike defying the boundaries of nations, class, and abilities. It is no longer a fad but well established new trend of training and learning – anyone, anything, anytime, any rate, anywhere at no or insignificant cost. The authors are confident the resources and the information provided through this presentation will enlighten the oil and gas professionals with this new training trend.
EOR Pilot Design Through an Integrated Laboratory Evaluation and Reservoir Modeling Study for a Large Carbonate Field in Kuwait
Authors: Koyassan Veedu F.. , Nebrigic D.. , Smallwood A.. , Hickey J.. , Wang P.. , Pope G. A. , Delshad M.. , Al-Maraghi E.. , Singh B. B. , Al-Matar B. S. , Al-Saad B. A. , Al-Qahtani M. M. , Tiwari S.. 
Published: October 2015

Abstract
A study involving laboratory experiments and reservoir simulations of gas and chemical EOR processes was performed to evaluate the EOR viability in the Mauddud reservoir of the Sabiriyah field (SAMA) in Kuwait. The subject reservoir has been under pattern waterflooding for more than 10 years. Positive response with an increase in overall oil-rate was observed during the waterflooding period until recently several wells started water production with considerable increase in overall water-cut. High degree of heterogeneity and adverse mobility ratio were the key factors contributing to the fast water-cut increase, which reduces the waterflooding recovery efficiency. Pilot simulations of EOR recovery techniques such as miscible CO2, WAG and chemical EOR processes indicated significant potential in recovery efficiency over waterflooding for the reservoir. This paper presents methodologies in designing laboratory experimental and reservoir modeling studies of EOR processes and pilot simulation design for the selected EOR process in SAMA.
One of the challenges in developing the simulation model for SAMA was to capture heterogeneity of the reservoir which impacts the fluid flow. In this paper, we show the importance of generating fine-grid model and calibrating the model with the historical production, pressure data, production logging tool (PLT) data, repeat formation test (RFT) pressure profiles, and tracer breakthrough data, to tackle the issue of capturing those details related to fluid flow behavior in the reservoir.
Data necessary for studying the surfactant-polymer (SP) chemical EOR process were collected and the suitable surfactant(s) and polymer were identified through an extensive laboratory program, which were critical in designing a chemical formulation suitable for this high temperature and high salinity carbonate reservoir. The single well chemical tracer (SWCT) tests1 performed at SAMA indicated substantial reduction in the residual oil saturation by the chosen chemical formulation. The results of the SAMA SWCT tests were incorporated in the pilot simulation model.
A field pilot program was recommended through pilot-scale simulations. A regular 5-spot pattern on approximately 5 acres is recommended in waterflooded area. The objectives of the field pilot are to 1) Identify the EOR process efficiency in terms of residual oil saturation reduction and sweep, 2) test injectivity and handling of injection and produced fluids, and 3) collect data for analyzing EOR process efficiency and for model calibration.
Technology Management - Speeding up Technology Implementation Through a Structured Approach
Authors: Clayton Francis , Qasem Dashti 
Published: October 2015

Abstract
The Kuwait Oil Company is developing the North Kuwait Jurassic Gas fields in order to increase domestic gas supply. The reservoirs are difficult with deep, poor quality reservoirs under high pressure containing H2S and CO2 leading to significant technology challenges. KOC entered into an Enhanced Technical Service Agreement (ETSA) with Shell in order to benefit from IOC expertise and to optimize the development. Some 40 Shell staff work with KOC. A core element of the ETSA is to bring to bear technologies that can be applied within the North Kuwait Jurassic Gas fields. These technologies may be processes, software or hardware.
It was clear that the technology management and implementation needed to be structured and a Technology Taskforce was created for this purpose. The taskforce is managed by both parties of the ETSA and contains members of KOC departments who support the Jurassic Gas Asset as well as Asset members themselves. The paper will describe how the Taskforce operates and how the technologies are selected and are introduced into the workplan. It will also describe how technology implementation is measured. To illustrate the process examples of actual technology implementations will be given.
The Taskforce has been in operation for 1-1/2 years and results to date show that technology implementations over the last year have increased significantly compared with the previous year. In addition it has made the process of technology implementation progress very transparent so that performance can be tracked on a regular basis and measured against Key Performance Indicators allowing remedial action to be taken if necessary.
The paper will show that a simple but structured approach to technology management leads to tangible benefits both in the immediate speeding up of technology implementations but also making it more visible how further improvements can be made. This approach can be applied to any company in the industry allowing benefits to be widely realized.
Complex Carbonate Evaporite Reservoir Description Using Isotope Geo-Chemistry and Ichno-Facies to Fine Tune a High Resolution Sequence Stratigraphic FrameWork Model of Marrat Reservoirs with an Emphasis on Flow Zone Characterization for Middle Marrat in North Kuwait
Authors: Nilotpaul Neog , Narahari Srinivas Rao , Al-Darmi Areej , Al-Dousiri Musaed Yaseen Makki , Rawan Hussain Al-Mayyas , Tom De Keyzer , Peter Swart , Kendall Christopher G.St.C. 
Published: October 2015

Abstract
Field development in complex carbonate evaporite reservoirs has been a challenge for geoscientists by using simple sedimentology based geological models. A high resolution sequence stratigraphic framework has been designed from a conceptual 3D depositional model to a deterministic predictable model. In this process framework boundaries have been fine-tuned with carbon and oxygen isotope signals and defining ichno-facies associations to map lateral continuity of member formations within Marrat sequence. As dolomites and porous grain stones are the key reservoir quality rock types for Marrat Group of formations, position of precursor lithofacies in sequence stratigraphic frame work is found to be crucial. Dolomite samples are analyzed for d13C and d18O. Upper and Lower Marrat members are characterized by thinly laminated, micro crystalline exposure dolomites and high in d18O signal which are associated to low stand packages, whereas Middle Marrat dolomites are relatively low in d18O and high in d13C are associated to high stand precursor facies. Moreover, typical ichnofacies association of porous dolomites defining vertical heterogeneity and lateral connectivity of flow zones in Middle Marrat reservoirs. The reliability of this model has been established through recent tested intervals, with production logging and formation pressure tester data integration demonstrates predictability of flow zone connectivity.
Subsurface and Wells Technical Data Architecture and Flow
Authors: Nazir Nancy , Dashti Qasem , Al Ashwak Samar , Al Ajmi Neema 
Published: October 2015

Abstract

Objectives/Scope
This architecture is a result of a study completed for the Kuwait Oil Company under the Enhanced Technical Services Agreement with Shell. Specifically this covered subsurface data management. Several visits to Kuwait were required and during interviews with key stakeholders gaps where identified and many issues highlighted. The recommended architecture was modified to incorporate these requirements and finally agreed and approved.

Methods, Procedures, Process
This architecture was centered on having a QCed data store with seamless integration to KOC current existing systems. This reduced cost by the elimination of the need to introduce a new database. Further, this structure built on the existing knowledge base in place was a key factor in the architecture approval.
The existing fragmented systems were characterized by different data values and data in several locations. There was a clear need for an integrated QCed data store. The need for clear accountabilities and for different disciplines to work together more closely was very much evident. The concept is derived from our Shell architecture structure concept but utilizing KOC existing systems. The focus in this architecture is on the seamless integration and defining clear data flows and roles and accountabilities.
Each data type is covered by flow charts to specify the flow of data and the assigned focal points responsibilities and how the data is managed throughout the process.
The structure and process is intended to keep the master data store always current with the latest QCed data. Uploading and quality review of the initial data set is therefore a key first step.

Results, Observations, Conclusions
With clear accountabilities and responsibilities defined and a clear data workflow the data store will be always in good shape. Having the QCed assured data at your fingertips saves a lot of time and money.

Novel/Additive Information
Having the technical user in ownership of his data and resposible on it's evergreening will assure the rest of the technical community they are using the latest most QCed data.
Developing Performance Estimates of the Heterogeneous Upper Sands of the Greater Burgan Field Using Part Field Models (Part 2)
Authors: Ortegon L. R. , Muhammad Y.. , Ibrahim M. N. , Burman K.. , Datta K.. , Dashti L.. , Bond D. J. 
Published: October 2015

Abstract
The Burgan Sand reservoir is the largest and most prolific reservoir in the Greater Burgan field in Kuwait. As development of this reservoir proceeds, greater attention is being paid to the more heterogeneous upper part of the reservoir, the Burgan Upper Sands, which contain significant, multi-billion barrel resources. A conceptual Field Development Plan was developed to enable an assessment of performance under waterflooding.
Due to the complexity of the Burgan Upper Sands and the very large areal extent of the Greater Burgan field, it was considered impractical to model the reservoir in appropriate detail in the full field simulation model. An alternative modeling approach was adopted. This involved developing a number of part-field geological models which were subsequently used to develop high resolution dynamic simulation models.
This paper describes the challenges of choosing an appropriate range of part field models that capture variation in geological characteristics and of hydrocarbon properties, conditioning these models to available dynamic data and accounting for the historical production.
Particular attention is paid to three problems. First, to rank the models in terms of key features that would be expected to govern reservoir performance. These included internal heterogeneity, average reservoir quality, connectivity to the underlying Middle Burgan Sands and variation in fluid properties. Second, to assign the selected models to represent different parts of the reservoir. Third, to ensure that historical performance, including water influx inferred from surveillance data, is accounted for in predicting future performance.
The estimates were determined by a hybrid formulation, combining an analytic and simulation approach, suited for rapid computations and multi-scenario generation. Simulation results of water-cut versus recovery have been integrated with standard analytic expressions for fully developed pattern waterfloods. Scenarios investigated include the determination of ultimate recovery, a phased out recovery according to production and sweep of lower intervals, sensitivities to drilling rate, and a waterflooding scheme prioritized on area production potential.
Based on the results from the part field models, performance estimates of the Burgan Upper Sands reservoir have been made. Volumes forecasts and associated well numbers have been predicted.
A new reservoir simulation and analytical formulation has been developed to enable rapid predictions of waterflood scenarios. The hybrid formulation has proved to be significantly faster, resulting in a much quicker turnaround time compared to a traditional simulation study.
The Well Simulation Modeling Studies for Field Development of Wara Reservoir, Greater Burgan Field, Kuwait
Authors: Dashti Laila , Banagale Merlon R , Zhang Michael Q , Bond Deryck , Filak Jean-Michel , Ali Farida Mohammed 
Published: October 2015

Abstract
The Greater Burgan oilfield is the world's largest sandstone oilfield, it was discovered in 1938. It is located in southeastern Kuwait covering a surface area of about 800 square kilometers. It is ranked as the largest clastic reservoir in the world. The Greater Burgan oilfield comprises six main reservoir units, namely Wara (WAS), Mauddud limestone (MAS), Upper Burgan Sands (BGSU), Middle Burgan Sands (BGSM), Lower Burgan Sand 1 (BGSL1) and the Lower Burgan Sand 2 (BGSL2). The main focus of this study is the Wara reservoir.
The Wara reservoir was discovered as one separated producing reservoir from the Burgan reservoirs in 1948; it is highly heterogeneous and further divided into seven layers based on the petrophysical interpretation. Those seven layers are grouped as three zones based on their depositional environment, namely Wara Sand Upper (WASU), Wara Sand Middle (WASM) and Wara Sand Lower (WASL). Due to the heterogeneity and the lack of the pressure support, most part of the reservoir is not being produced; the Wara Pressure Maintenance Project (WPMP) is planned to drill massive numbers of producers and injectors.
In order to plan the wells in a way that maximizes the productivity and optimizes the economy; the Well Type Modeling study was initiated to study the effect of different well type angles on the oil recovery. The common belief is that the horizontal and slanted wells are better than those of the vertical wells, as they have better exposure to a reservoir. In a homogenous reservoir system it is certain that the horizontal and slanted wells have higher productivities; however for the heterogeneous and layered Wara reservoir the advantage of the horizontal and slanted wells are not guaranteed.
This comprehensive study was conducted in three selected sectors in the field. Different scenarios represent different well types, patterns, well spacing, well constraints, oil types and other sensitivities were implemented and the economic revenue and recovery factor were evaluated. The results of this study will guide on the future planned massive drilling plan for the WPMP and the infill drilling.
Shifts in Ownership Composition and Changes in the Implied Cost of Equity Capital for Dividend and Non-Dividend Stocks Following JGTRRA03
Authors: Stinson Shane R. , Ricketts Robert C. 
Published: October 2015

ABSTRACTPrior studies of the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003, which cut individual tax rates on both dividends and capital gains, unexpectedly find that non-dividend firms were more favorably affected by this legislation than dividend firms. We address this apparent inconsistency by extending prior research to account for significant shifts in institutional holdings for non-dividend stocks relative to dividend stocks following the tax change. These clientele shifts were especially concentrated among high-risk firms and provide a plausible explanation for the results reported in prior literature. Specifically, we find that significant increases in institutional ownership for high-risk firms led to larger reductions in the implied cost of equity capital compared to other firms that were more heavily favored by individuals following the reduction in shareholder tax rates.
Sourcing Sustainable Finance in a Globally Competitive Market: An Instructional Case
Authors: McGuigan Nicholas , Sin Samantha , Kern Thomas 
Published: October 2015

ABSTRACT
The role of accountants in business has been extended recently with a strong need to incorporate a broader public interest of sustainable, social, and environmental business practices into its projects, financial planning, and decision-making. In order for this to occur, a real integration of such perceptions and skills development into the accounting curriculum needs to take place. This instructional project aims to achieve this by providing students with an opportunity to apply theoretical and social accounting concepts to the practical design and creation of a business loan application intended to procure finance for an investment that benefits society or the environment. The primary objective of the project is to expand students' awareness of the broader societal demands of and business responsibility for sustainable practices. A secondary objective is to expose students to a complex business activity requiring high-order analysis and communication skills; the learning task involves writing a business loan application. This paper describes the design of the project that incorporates group-processing skills, peer review, written and oral communication, and accounting-related content within an introductory accounting decision-making course.
La psychanalyse : une science
Authors: Visentini Guenaël 
Published: October 2015

Le débat sur la scientificité de la psychanalyse est récurrent depuis Freud. Mais la façon dont on le pose ne conduit-elle pas à une impasse ? La psychanalyse n’aurait d’autre alternative qu’être une science impossible ou une nécessaire anti-science. L’auteur tente ici, en s’appuyant sur les réflexions épistémologiques de Freud, de redonner sa place à une autre conception du travail scientifique, quitte à décaler le débat. à désidéaliser « la » science, à reconnaître la pluralité des constructions d’objet, méthodes et dispositifs scientifiques, on se permet de concevoir la psychanalyse comme une science parmi d’autres, avec son objet (le réel pulsionnel) et ses propres seuils de formalisation.
Ladite neuro-psychanalyse est-elle une liaison dangereuse ?
Authors: Dimitriadis Yorgos 
Published: October 2015

Après avoir évoqué l’histoire du terme « neuro-psychanalyse », nous explorons le contexte dans lequel cette nouvelle mouvance interdisciplinaire a pris corps, et faisons la critique du syncrétisme qui caractérise plusieurs travaux dans le domaine. Pourtant, il y aurait d’autres manières de faire dialoguer les neurosciences et la psychanalyse.
La psychanalyse : ni science ni État
Authors: Ferreri Roger 
Published: October 2015

Demander aux psychanalystes de se maintenir en état de pouvoir rendre compte de leurs rapports avec la science est d’autant plus souhaitable que la naissance de la psychanalyse porte en elle l’interrogation du désir du neurologue Freud, soit du savoir contextuel de l’époque, en ce qui concerne la relation jouissance de la parole/jouissance des mots. Ce débat n’est pas fait pour être définitivement tranché puisqu’il doit être laissé ouvert dans le dispositif de la psychanalyse. L’extrême danger pour la psychanalyse provient de l’évolution actuelle des démocraties qui paraissent mettre en place des systèmes de contrôle des individus de plus en plus subtils. Le psychanalyste représente, de fait, le maillon faible de la psychanalyse, les sirènes d’un finalisme thérapeutique risquent fort d’attirer bon nombre de psychanalystes vers un rêve de diplôme d’État, quitte dans un premier temps à ce que, regroupement après regroupement, ils se présentent comme formateurs de psychothérapeutes. Dans le cadre d’une dérive contrôlitaire de nos démocraties s’appuyant sur une science d’État avec la Haute Autorité de santé ( has ), la psychanalyse pourrait bien disparaître. Être diplômé en psychothérapie psychanalytique, quel bel avenir ? Devenir petit chef de bureau de l’intime en faisant de la structure le projet politique d’un management scientifique de chacun, passer de la science à son fantasme politique : la scientasmatique, n’est-ce pas ce mouvement qui est déjà engagé ? N’est-il pas nécessaire de le reconnaître pour qui souhaite y résister ?
Le drame subjectif d’un savant : Georg Cantor
Authors: Porge Erik 
Published: October 2015

Cantor a été jusqu’à une pointe extrême de mise en question du sujet supposé savoir (à laquelle on peut arriver au terme d’une analyse) et dans le défaut de garantie qu’il a alors rencontré, il a produit des énoncés délirants sur la paternité. Nous faisons l’hypothèse que ses délires représentent l’envers d’un moment de division du sujet entre vérité et savoir. Dans le délire il croit ce que ses « illuminations » lui démontrent. Là où, en mathématique, il voyait un résultat qu’il ne pouvait pas croire, il a cru ses délires. Ce faisant, là où il y avait un trou dans le savoir, il a, dans un mouvement tourbillonnaire, « recraché » des noms du père, du fait même de leur voisinage avec la problématique du sujet supposé savoir.