| Code | Date | Format | Currency | Team of 10 Per Person* |
Team of 7 Per Person* |
Early Bird Fee Per Person |
Normal Fee Per Person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PE2386 | 01 - 03 Dec 2026 | Singapore | SGD | 5,073 | 5,309 | 5,699 | 5,899 |
| PE2386 | 01 - 03 Dec 2026 | Singapore | USD | 4,127 | 4,319 | 4,599 | 4,799 |
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Code
PE2386Date
01 - 03 Dec 2026Format
SingaporeCurrency
SGDTeam of 10
Per Person*
5,073
Team of 7
Per Person*
5,309
Early Bird Fee
Per Person
5,699
Normal Fee
Per Person
5,899
Code
PE2386Date
01 - 03 Dec 2026Format
SingaporeCurrency
USDTeam of 10
Per Person*
4,127
Team of 7
Per Person*
4,319
Early Bird Fee
Per Person
4,599
Normal Fee
Per Person
4,799
*Fee per person in a team of 7 or 10 participating from the same organisation, registering 6 weeks before the course dateRequest for a quote if you have different team sizes, content customisation, alternative dates or course timing requirements Request for in-person classroom training or online (VILT) training format
About this Training Course
Shale and tight gas development requires an integrated understanding of well construction, geomechanics, multi-stage hydraulic fracturing, reservoir performance, production forecasting, and field development optimization. Unlike conventional reservoirs, small differences in reservoir and rock properties, well placement, drilling execution, and stimulation design can result in significant variations in well performance.
This intensive three-day course focuses on the key development practices used in shale and tight gas plays, drawing on lessons learned from major unconventional developments. The programme provides a practical overview of the development workflow, from well placement and drilling through multi-stage stimulation and production performance evaluation.
Participants will examine the role of geomechanics in drilling and completion decisions, horizontal well placement, multi-stage hydraulic fracturing, completion design, fracture monitoring, production-data analysis, production forecasting, and uncertainty management. The course also introduces practical considerations relating to well pads, water management, field logistics, and the economics of unconventional development.
The course uses industry case histories, instructor-led discussions, quizzes, and worked examples to demonstrate how technical decisions can influence well performance, development costs, and overall project outcomes.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the key characteristics of shale and tight gas development and the factors influencing well and field performance.
- Evaluate the role of geomechanics, well placement, drilling practices, and completion strategies in the development of unconventional gas wells.
- Examine multi-stage hydraulic fracturing design, including fracture stimulation, fluid and proppant selection, completion options, and fracture monitoring techniques.
- Assess unconventional well performance using production data, decline curve analysis, Rate Transient Analysis (RTA), and production forecasting techniques.
- Apply integrated development considerations—including uncertainty, water management, field logistics, optimization, and economics—to support effective shale and tight gas development decisions.
This course is designed for professionals involved in the development, drilling, completion, stimulation, production, and management of shale and tight gas assets, including:
- Reservoir Engineers
- Drilling Engineers
- Completion Engineers
- Production Engineers
- Geologists
- Technical and Operations Professionals involved in unconventional resources
- Petrophysicists
- Well and Field Development Engineers
- Asset Team Members
- Field Development Managers
- Geophysicists
It is particularly suitable for professionals who require an integrated understanding of how drilling, completion, stimulation, reservoir performance, and production considerations interact in shale and tight gas development.
- Intermediate
The training adopts an interactive, instructor-led approach combining technical presentations, industry case histories, facilitated discussions, quizzes and practical worked examples. Participants will explore real-world shale and tight gas development challenges, including well placement, drilling, hydraulic fracturing and production forecasting. Case study discussions and applied exercises reinforce technical concepts and support informed field development decisions.
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Shale gas is found in shale rock, while tight gas occurs in dense rocks such as sandstone. In contrast, gas flows more freely in most conventional gas fields. As a result, shale and tight gas wells often need special drilling and fracking methods to boost gas flow.
First, teams study rock data to find areas rich in gas. Next, they choose well sites and plan how to drill and frack the rock. They also track gas flow and test well results. Finally, they review costs and risks to help plan future wells.
Hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, creates cracks in rock to help gas flow. As a result, wells can produce more gas. However, fracking uses large amounts of water and can be costly. In addition, teams must manage waste, protect water sources, and keep wells safe.
Geomechanics is the study of how rocks react to stress and force. For example, it helps teams choose safer drilling paths and plan fracking work. It also helps reduce well damage and drilling risks. As a result, wells may perform better and cost less to operate.
Engineers study past gas flow to predict future well output. For example, Decline Curve Analysis (DCA) shows how gas flow drops over time. Rate Transient Analysis (RTA) also uses flow and pressure data to study wells. However, results may vary due to changes in rock and well conditions.
High costs, water use, and complex rock layers can make gas recovery difficult. However, new tools help teams manage these risks. For example, fibre-optic tools and pressure data help track well activity. In addition, microseismic data and computer models help teams plan wells and predict gas flow.
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