The course starts by presenting the basic concepts for stimulation job design, execution, and follow up. Discussion is carried out on formation damage and its effect on well performance and planning of acid stimulation treatments. This course will focus on major areas of acid stimulation techniques and addresses both theoretical concepts and practical onsite experience.

By the end of this training course, participants should be able to learn:

• Formation damage mechanisms and their identification
• Acids and additives used in matrix stimulation
• Candidate well selection
• Acid treatment design
• Laboratory tests
• HSE and acidizing operations
• Safety & quality assurance techniques

• Stimulation Engineers
• Well Intervention Engineers
• Petroleum and Production Engineers
• Production Technology Engineers
• Completion Engineers
• Reservoir Engineers
• Drilling Engineers
• Other Company engineers involved in stimulation operations
• Managers and Government Officials and others involved with stimulation operations
• Supervisors, Field Operators and Technicians involved with stimulation operations

The training instructor relies on a highly interactive training method to enhance the learning process. The course material is rich with various training tools that ensure all participants gain a complete understanding of all the topics covered. The training environment is highly stimulating, challenging, and effective for all trainees to participate, share their thoughts, and inquire about their in-house challenges.

Module One: Formation Damage

• Production System Introduction
• Introduction to Formation Damage
• Effect of Formation Damage on Well’s Productivity Index
• Formation Damage Indicators and Consequences
• Causes and Sources of Formation Damage
• Classification of Formation Damage Problem
• Diagnosis of Formation Damage
• Best Practices to Avoid Formation Damage

Module Two: Introduction to Stimulation

• What is well stimulation?
• Objectives of Stimulation
• Types of Well Stimulation
• Actual Case Studies of Tubing Cleaning and Perforation Wash
• Stimulation Treatment Process
• Selection of Candidates for Stimulation

Module Three: Matrix Stimulation

• Selection of Candidates for Matrix Stimulation
• Definition of Matrix Acidizing
  1. Carbonate Acidizing
  2. Sandstone Acidizing
• Matrix Fluid and Acid Type Selection

1. Carbonate Acidizing
2. Sandstone Acidizing

• Matrix Acidizing Design, Treatment Selection, and Execution
• Real-time Monitoring of Matrix Acidizing Treatments

Module Four: Acid Fracturing and Stimulation Optimization

• Candidate Selection for Acid Fracturing
• Factors Causing Deeper Fracture Penetration
• Selection of Diversion Techniques

1. Mechanical Diverting
2. Ball Sealers
3. Coiled Tubing
4. Viscous Fluid
5. Other Diverting Methods

• Potential Formation Damage Caused by Matrix Stimulation Fluid
• Different Additives for Acid Jobs
• Actual Case Studies of Stimulation Jobs

Module Five: Hydraulic Fracturing

• Introduction into Hydraulic Fracturing
• Rock Mechanics Related to Hydraulic Fracturing
• Hydraulic Fracture Fluids and Chemicals
• Proppant Types and Selection
• Factors Affecting the Fracture Conductivity
• Hydraulic Fracture Design, Treatment Process, and Operation

A RECTUS attendance certificate will be awarded to all participants who complete at least 80% of the total course duration.