Production Optimization of Multi-stage Frac of Hz Wells

Mr. Saad Ibrahim: P. Eng

March 23-24 & Sept 14-15, 2026

Course Description:

Optimization of the design of MFHW’s is essential for the bottom-line results. The tools used to optimize the number of frac stages; the size of fracs and the frac conductivity are discussed. Also, the optimum well spacing can significantly impact the number of wells for field development and the drilling costs. Optimum well spacing tools using analytical method (material balance) & numerical method by generating isobaric maps and animation of pressure profiles are discussed with numerous case studies. The tools used to perform optimization including Mini Frac (DFIT), Rate Transit Analysis (RTA) and well testing (PTA) are reviewed with real case studies. Generating production profiles for P10, P50, & P90 using software applications are illustrated to conduct economic analysis.

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$2,400.00 plus 5% (GST)

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This course is designed for engineers, technologists, geologists involved in the optimization of MFHW’s

Mr. Saad Ibrahim, P. Eng, president of Petro Management Group Ltd.Withover 35 years of diversified experience in the oil and gas industry. He is a worldwide highly recognized engineering consultant and a distinguishedinstructor (Please see his professional profile).Mr. Ibrahim is a member ofAPEGA and SPE.

Course Agenda:

Day 1:

  • Mini Frac (DFIT) test design and test options including:

    • Pre-closure analysis

    • After-closure analysis

    • Flow back option

  • DFIT case studies

  • Well Test Analysis (PTA)

  • Rate Transient Analysis (RTA) techniques, including:

  • Flowing material balance

  • Type curve matching (Fetkovich and Blasingame)

  • Pressure history matching (case studies)

  • Generate production forecast s (P10, P50, P90)

Day2:

  • Use of tracer to optimize production (case study)

  • Optimization well spacing

  • Is well interference of MFHW’s favorable?

  • Use of analytical method to estimate well spacing (case study)

  • Use of Numerical techniques to evaluate well spacing

  • Include reservoir heterogeneity in determining well spacing

  • Benefit of infill drilling vs well refracing

  • Evaluation of frac flow back including:

    • Duration of flow back period (case study)

    • Impact of draw-down (case study)