Republic of the Philippines

BATANGAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Pablo Borbon Main II
Alangilan, Batangas City

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURE & FINE ARTS

Mechanical and Petroleum Engineering Department

COURSE SYLLABUS WITH SPECIFICATIONS

VISION

A globally recognized institution of higher learning that develops competent and morally upright
citizens who are active participants in nation building and responsive to the challenges of 21 st
century.

MISSION

Batangas State University is committed to the holistic development of productive citizens by

providing a conducive learning environment for the generation, dissemination and utilization of
knowledge through innovative education, multidisciplinary research collaborations, and
community partnerships that would nurture the spirit of nationhood and help fuel economy for
sustainable development.

COURSE INFORMATION

COURSE CODE : PETE 519

COURSE TITLE : ADVANCED RESERVOIR ENGINEERING
PRE-REQUISITE : PETE 514
CREDIT UNITS : 3
ACADEMIC YEAR : AY 2018-2019
REFERENCE CMO : NONE

BS PETROLEUM ENGINEERING PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

1. Successfully practice as a Petroleum Engineer.

2. Promote professionalism in Petroleum Engineering practice.

AUDIENCE
This course is intended for fifth year Petroleum Engineering students who have
completed the requirements of PETE 514 – Fundamentals of Reservoir Engineering

PHILOSOPHY OF THE COURSE

This course is intended to provide the students with the broad background of advanced
reservoir engineering which covers primary reservoir characteristics, well productivity and
characterization, pressure transient test, fractured wells and naturally fractured reservoir.
Additional topics like modular dynamic tester (MDT), wireline formation test (WFT) and water
influx will also be discussed to fully understand the basic concepts of fluid flow and reservoir
development.

It is important for the students to know the basic principle of fluid flow using Darcy law
which is based on different assumptions. However, limitations of Darcy law must be considered
since uncertainties regarding reservoir properties and characteristics can vary at different
locations at different time. Data acquisition using well test helps to verify and validate the data
obtained in coring analysis and well logging techniques. Pressure transient test such as pressure
drawdown and pressure build-up test are vital procedure needed in the oil and gas industry since
this will allow us to know the behavior of reservoir and fluids and their interaction.
Fractured wells and naturally fractured reservoirs enable to students to understand the
mechanism and process to be done once dealing with this. Complex problem can be encountered
when dealing with this kind of reservoir in terms of EOR and production. But the focus of this
subject matter is the estimation of fracture half-length and width and the contribution in oil
production once the reservoir is in dual porosity, dual permeability reservoir.
MDT and WFT are valuable tools needed in estimating pressure with respect to depth in
order to estimate and know fluid contacts. Knowing the fluid contacts can be helpful in doing
reservoir volumetric estimation which are the most important input in conducting Field
Development Plan (FDP).

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

The following are the learning outcomes that will be acquired by the students after finishing the
course:

ILO 1- To understand the basic principles of fluid flow in porous media and know the differences
in each of the primary reservoir characteristics.

ILO 2 –To know the mechanism of pressure transient analysis and be able to solve for the
different data that can be obtained using well test analysis.

ILO 3- To estimate the reservoir properties of fractured and naturally fractured reservoir such as
fracture half-length, fracture width, storativity and transmissibity.

ILO 4 – To know the importance of MDT and WFT in the oil and gas industry during Field
Development Plan.

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SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

At the end of this semester the students must be able to demonstrate clear understanding
of the principles of different concepts and their application to become a competent engineering
graduate. The following are expected of the students after finishing the course:
Intended Learning Outcomes
Specific Objectives ILO1 ILO2 ILO3 ILO4
Learn and understand the basics of fluid flow in porous media
and be able to apply in real reservoir condition, to know each
of the reservoir characteristics needed to characterize the 
reservoir and to be able to do development planning to assess
the economics of a particular reservoir or field.
Familiarize themselves with well testing analysis and
procedure to understand the concept, principles and purpose of
doing so. Be able to differentiate two pressure transient test;

pressure drawdown and pressure build-up test, and be able to
acquire reservoir data using the two techniques through
calculations.
Understand the concepts and principles for fractured and
naturally-fractured reservoir and be able to differentiate the
two. Be able to determine the different factors that may affect 
productivity when dealing with such reservoirs. And be able to
calculate parameters concerning this kind of reservoir.
Be able to understand the importance of wireline formation
test (WFT) and modular dynamic test (MDT) in reservoir 
planning and development.
Be able to differentiate and understand the concept of each
water influx models and give emphasis on the parameters

needed on each model to determine the condition in which a
certain model is applicable.

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RELATIONSHIP TO STUDENT OUTCOME

Student Outcomes
a Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve engineering 
problems
b Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret 
data
c Ability to design a system, component, or process to meet the desired needs
within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political,
ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability, in accordance
to standards
d Ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
e Ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems 
f Understanding of professional and ethical responsibility 
g Ability to communicate effectively 
h Broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions 
in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
i Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
j Knowledge in contemporary issues
k Ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for
engineering practice 
l Knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles as a
member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary
environments

The table shown next is the mapped intended learning outcome with the student outcomes for the
course:
Intended
Learning a b e f g h k
Outcomes
ILO 1    

ILO 2      
ILO 3      
ILO 4      

TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES

Teaching and Learning Strategies

This course will be taught through a combination of the following methods:

1. Active Learning. This entails the active participation of students in the learning process.
Active learning places students in a participatory role, rather than sitting for a lecture. In
an active learning environment, students will work with the content in a new way, make
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 connections between new content and old theories or reflect upon the material with others
(or alone). Students need to do more than just listen to lectures in order to really learn its
content. Related classroom activities will be provided in the class such as case studies
and related exercises.
2. Collaborative learning. Collaborative learning is an instructional method in which
students team together on assignments and design project. In this method, students can
produce the individual parts of a larger assignment/project individually and then
“assemble” the final work together, as a team.

Assessment Strategies

1. Home works. There will be regular home works to be provided to the class and are
required to be submitted on time. Late submissions will not be accepted.
2. Exams. There will be four major exams (formative and summative) to be conducted as
scheduled by the department. These will assess the students’ knowledge on the topics
covered in the class and in the assignments submitted.
3. Technical report. At the end of semester, they are expected to come up with a technical
report on the various research topics assigned and will be presented in class.

Topics ILO1 ILO 2 ILO 3 ILO4

1 Written Exam (Prelim) 
2 (Written Exam (Midterm) 
3 Written Exam (Semi-final) 
4 Written Exam (Final)  
5 Class Participation    
6 Research Work 1 
7 Research Work 2 
8 Research Work 3  

COURSE POLICIES

Grading Policy
The work of students shall be graded at the end of each term in accordance with the
following system:

Numerical Grade Percentage Equivalent Description

1.00 98-100 Excellent
1.25 94-97 Superior
1.50 90-93 Very Good
1.75 88-89 Good
2.00 85-87 Meritorious
2.25 83-84 Very Satisfactory
2.50 80-82 Satisfactory
2.75 78-79 Fairly Satisfactory
3.00 75-77 Passing
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 5.00 75 Below Failure
Inc Incomplete*
Drp Dropped

The grade will be computed using the following components:

Major Exams (ME) - 80%

Technical Report (TR) - 5%
Class Standing (CS) - 5%
GWA = 80% (ME) + 5% (TR) + 5% (CS)

The overall passing cut-off rate will be 60% of the total untransmuted raw score.

If 60% or above

Final Grade = raw score (5/8) +37.5

If below 60%

Final Grade = raw score (5/12) +50

Passing final grade is 75% which is transmuted from 60 % raw score. The numerical equivalent
of the final grade will be determined from the following rating scale.

Students who will get a grade of 70-74 must be given a removal examination. A grade of
“3.0’ will be given to those who will pass the removal examination and those who will fail will
be given a grade of “5.0”.

*A grade of “Incomplete” must be complied with by the student within one (1) semester
or one hundred fifty (150) days. A student who fails to complete the deficiency/deficiencies at
the end of the succeeding semester shall automatically obtain a grade of 5.0 in the course.

Attendance Policy

Prompt and regular attendance of students is required. Total unexcused absences shall not
exceed ten (10) percent of the maximum number of hours required per course per semester (or
per summer term). A semester has 18 weeks. For example, a semestral subject with :
 3 units (3 hrs lec), 10% x 3 x 18 = 5.4 hrs or 6 hrs.
 3 units (2 hrs lec, 3 hrs lab), 10% x 5 x 18 = 9 hrs.
 5 units (3 hrs lec, 6 hrs lab), 10% x 9 x 18 = 16.2 hrs or 16 hrs.
Please refer to the provisions in the Norms of Conduct for the full text of guidelines for
the attendance.

Missed Exams
Students who failed to take the exam during the schedule date can be given a special
exam provided he/she has valid reason. If it is health reason, he/she should provide the faculty

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with the medical certificate signed by the attending Physician. Other reasons shall be assessed
first by the faculty to determine its validity.

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Academic Dishonesty
Academic dishonesty includes acts such as cheating during examinations or plagiarism in
connection with any academic work. Such acts are considered major offenses and will be
dealt with according to the University’s Student Norms of Conduct.

Dropping
Dropping must be made official by accomplishing a dropping form and submitting it at
the Registrar’s Office before the midterm examination. Students who officially drop out of class
shall be marked “Dropped” whether he took the preliminary examination or not and irrespective
of their preliminary grades.
A student who unofficially drops out of class shall be given a mark of “5.0” by the
instructor.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Major Exams

Major Exams Four (4)

Seatworks/Research Works Maximum of Three (3)
Class Discussions/Class Participation

Major Exams

There will be 4 major exams (Preliminary, Mid-Term, Semi-Final and Final Exam).
All major exams will be administered on the date set by the department unless otherwise
specified. The scope of each periodical exam will include but not limited to those topics given in
the class schedule for the specified period. It may include some related topics given before.
Exams can only be made up for excused absences or by pre-arrangement with the course
instructor. The instructor has complete authority regarding the issue of allowing make-up test and
scheduling of such exam.

Students enrolled in the course will not be allowed to bring anything except pen, straight
edges, erasers, and calculator nor they will be permitted to borrow these things from their
classmates. Exams will commence and shall end on the scheduled time and date. No one will be
allowed to go out of the exam area during the exam period. Latecomers will not be given any
special consideration.

Make-up tests for exams and/or quizzes will only be given for any authorized university
activities and a student shall present suitable documentation explaining their absence to the
instructor. The instructor/university reserves the right to disapprove any explanations for
absences presented without prior notice and no opportunity for a make-up test. Students shall
inform their instructor beforehand if they know that they will be absent with a valid reason not to
take an announced or scheduled test.

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Homework/Seatwork

Problem sets and other exercises will be of help to fully understand the concepts being
presented in class. There will be homework to be given in class about topics needing further
understanding. It will be due at specified date and time.

Students are encouraged to do home works with other classmates who may be their
groupmates in case of group work or activity. The purpose of the homework is to practice on the
material and to improve their understanding of the subject. Students are encouraged to learn from
each other but the homework solutions that will be submitted for grading must be written
individually unless specified by groups.

Class Participation

Every student is expected to come to class prepared. They are encouraged to read the
suggested readings especially if the handouts were given for them to participate in classroom
discussions. Asking some clarifying questions or adding some ideas are encouraged since they
would be helpful in the discussion and understanding of the topics. It will also serve as a gauge
on whether students are coping up with the lessons and as a way to improve their analytical
skills.

Fieldworks/Field trip and seminars

Students may be required to attend fieldworks and these may consists of activities that
will be done in relation with the previous topics that were discussed. Activities may consist of a
fieldtrip or seminars that will enhance their knowledge and skills as students.

ACADEMIC INFRASTRUCTURE

References

1. Oil Well Testing Handbook Amanat U. Chaudhry Advanced TWPSOM Petroleum

Systems, Inc., Houston, Texas Copyright 2004
2. Well Test Design and Analysis George Stewart PennWell Copyright 2011
3. Well Testing: Interpretation Methods Gilles Bourdarot Center for Petroleum
Engineering and Project Development 1998 Edition

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Course Outline/Calendar

WEEK TOPICS READINGS

Darcy Law and Darcy Equation, primary reservoir characteristics,

1-2 1,2,3
diffusivity equation and solutions to diffusivity equations.

Well Productivity and Near Wellbore damage including skin

3 2,3
factor and type of completion
4 PRELIMINARY EXAM
Pressure transient analysis including pressure drawdown and
5 1,2,3
pressure build-up test, its principle and procedures.
Graphical analysis for data acquisition using pressure transient
7-8 1,2,3
analysis
9 MIDTERM EXAMINATION

10-11 Fractured reservoir including dual porosity models 1,2,3

Naturally-fractured reservoirs including storativity and

12-13 1,2,3
transmissibity
14 SEMIFINAL EXAMINATION
Wireline Formation Test and Modular Dynamic Test including
15-16 1,2,3
fluid contact determination

17 Water Influx Models 1,2,3

18 FINAL EXAMINATION

Prepared by:

ENGR. JOHN KEVIN M. DE CASTRO

Instructor
Date: January 7, 2019

Reviewed by:

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ENGR. ROCEL D. GUALBERTO
Chairman, ME, PetE Department
Date:

Approved by:

DR. ELISA D. GUTIERREZ

College Dean, CEAFA
Date:

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