PETE443 ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY METHODS
| Course Code: | 5660443 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Lecturer Dr. KIYMET GİZEM GÜL ERTUNÇ |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Students will understand the reasons why EOR methods are necessary to recover more oil. Basic theory of immiscible displacement and applications for and design of waterflooding are given . Concepts of miscible flooding and thermal methods are introduced.
Course Content
Immiscible fluid displacement mechanisms. The fractional flow formula. The rate of advance formula. Stabilized zone concept. Mechanisms and performance calculations of waterflooding and immiscible gas injection. Improved waterflooding methods. Miscible injection methods. Thermal methods: Hot water, steam and in-situ combustion. Field design parameters.
Course Learning Outcomes
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An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering.
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An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems.
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An ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
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Having the sufficient knowledge for recognizing and portraying the possible problems that s/he may face during professing and having skills of improving strategies to handle with these problems.
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Being at the professional perfection for self-working as well having an ability of working harmoniously with a team.
Program Outcomes Matrix
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| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgements, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||