Oil & Gas Exploration and Production

About the Course

From identifying hydrocarbon reserves to delivering reliable production, exploration and production (E&P) activities require high technical precision, cross-functional collaboration, and a clear understanding of subsurface conditions, surface infrastructure, and well performance behaviour. The complexity of these operations continues to grow as companies explore deeper reservoirs, unconventional plays, and remote environments. With rising cost pressures and stricter environmental and regulatory expectations, the ability to connect detailed technical planning with efficient, compliant field execution has never been more critical. Professionals across disciplines must work in alignment to ensure safety, maximise productivity, and avoid costly operational setbacks. As the industry seeks to enhance recovery rates, optimise well output, and extend the productive life of assets, siloed thinking is no longer sustainable. A fully integrated perspective on the entire E&P lifecycle is now essential to achieving operational excellence and long-term commercial success.

This 5-day Oil & Gas Exploration and Production training course provides a structured and practical overview of the entire exploration and production lifecycle, focusing on the key processes that drive upstream success. It is designed to enable delegates to build a solid understanding of how technical decisions influence project outcomes across various E&P functions. Delegates will gain the insight needed to contribute meaningfully to multidisciplinary teams, whether involved in geoscience, drilling, completions, production operations, or asset management. It highlights the critical interdependencies between exploration analysis, well design, surface facility operations, and long-term reservoir management. Through this integrated approach, they will develop the capability to support efficient field development, align operational strategies, and improve cross-functional communication. Delegates will also have essential tools to manage geological uncertainty, optimise resource use, and reduce performance risks in upstream environments.

Core Objectives

The delegates will achieve the following objectives:

• Know the key processes and phases involved in oil and gas exploration and production operations
• Explain the technical roles of subsurface, drilling, completion, and production teams in field development
• Identify critical interdependencies between geological data, well design, and production performance
• Examine how operational decisions in one stage affect the efficiency and output of subsequent phases
• Assess common challenges related to field planning, cost control, and asset optimisation
• Apply integrated thinking to support decision-making across multidisciplinary E&P teams
• Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies for managing risk, uncertainty, and production sustainability in upstream operations

Training Approach

This training course uses an instructor-led approach supported by structured presentations, visual illustrations, and interactive group discussions to reinforce understanding of exploration and production operations. Delegates engage in scenario-based learning emphasizing technical integration, operational planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Designed to promote practical application, the sessions enable attendees to connect concepts across subsurface, drilling, and production activities in real-world upstream environments.

The Attendees

This training course will suit professionals contributing to upstream field development. It will require a broader understanding of how their roles align with the E&P lifecycle and performance objectives.

It will be valuable to the professionals, but not limited to the following:

• Geoscientists
• Exploration Engineers
• Drilling and Well Engineers
• Completion and Production Engineers
• Field Operations and Asset Managers
• Reservoir and Petroleum Engineers
• Project and Development Planners
• Technical Assistants and E&P Support Staff
• Business Analysts and Commercial Staff in Upstream Projects

Daily Discussion

DAY ONE: GEOLOGICAL EXPLORATION AND ASSET IDENTIFICATION

• Basin Analysis and Hydrocarbon Potential Assessment
• Geological and Geophysical Data Acquisition
• Seismic Interpretation and Structure Mapping
• Exploration Licensing and Acreage Evaluation
• Prospect Ranking and Resource Estimation

DAY TWO: DRILLING PLANNING AND WELL CONSTRUCTION

• Drilling Engineering and Well Design Parameters
• Rig Selection and Drilling Program Development
• Casing, Cementing, and Directional Drilling Techniques
• Drilling Fluids Management and Circulation Systems
• Operational Safety and Regulatory Compliance

DAY THREE: WELL COMPLETION AND RESERVOIR ACCESS

• Completion Strategy and Equipment Selection
• Perforation, Stimulation, and Sand Control Methods
• Production Tubing and Artificial Lift Readiness
• Downhole Integrity and Pressure Management
• Interface Between Drilling and Production Operations

DAY FOUR: PRODUCTION OPERATIONS AND SURFACE FACILITIES

• Oil & Gas Separation and Processing Systems
• Flow Assurance and Production Chemistry Considerations
• Facility Design and Field Infrastructure Layout
• Equipment Monitoring and Production Optimisation
• Routine Maintenance and Operating Integrity

DAY FIVE: RESERVOIR MANAGEMENT AND FIELD PERFORMANCE

• Production Data Monitoring and Well Testing Practices
• Decline Curve Analysis and Production Forecasting
• Enhanced Recovery and Reservoir Pressure Maintenance
• Asset Integrity and Field Life Extension Strategies
• Unified Approach to Production Performance Management

Certificate Awarded

Upon successful completion of this training course, participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion from XCalibre Training Centre, acknowledging their accomplishment. This certificate serves as a testament to their dedication to developing their skills and advancing their expertise in their respective fields.