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Seismic Fundamentals Course

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This course provides earth scientists with essential knowledge and skills in 3D seismic interpretation for subsurface characterization. Designed for industry professionals, the course combines fundamental theory with real-world applications through a large number of case studies and visualizations. You'll learn proven workflows for structural and stratigraphic interpretation, attribute analysis, and reservoir characterization across different depositional environments.
The curriculum moves from basic principles through advanced techniques, covering critical topics such as well-to-seismic integration to amplitude analysis and direct hydrocarbon indicators. Special attention is given to recognizing common interpretation pitfalls and understanding new technologies, including AVO analysis, 4D monitoring, and machine learning applications. This course will enhance your ability to extract geological insights from seismic data and make well-informed decisions for exploration and production projects.Read more...

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Course contents

Chapter 1 - Principles of Seismic Data and Subsurface Imaging

01-00 - Introducing the Instructor (1 min.) Sample Lesson

01-01 - Introduction to Seismic Wave Reflection and Transmission (14 min.)

01-02 - Rock Physics and Wave Propagation Fundamentals (22 min.)

01-03 - Understanding the Seismic Wavelet (13 min.)

01-04 - Acoustic Impedance, Reflection Coefficients, and Seismic Resolution (24 min.) Quiz

01-05 - Seismic Acquisition Methods (25 min.)

01-06 - A Quick Overview of Seismic Processing Steps (34 min.)

01-07 Part 1 - Seismic Data Visualization and Display Techniques (27 min.)

01-07 Part 2 - Polarity, Phase & Color Bar Confusion (12 min.)

01-08 - Integrating Well Data: Synthetic Seismograms and Well Ties (17 min.) Quiz

Chapter 2 - Geological Framework from Seismic Data

02-01 - Structural Interpretation Principles (20 min.)

02-02 - Best Practices in Structural Interpretation (12 min.)

02-03 - Sequence Stratigraphy in Seismic Data (22 min.)

02-04 - Recognition and Analysis of Seismic Facies (13 min.)

02-05 - Case Studies in Structure and Stratigraphy (19 min.)

02-06 - Applied Seismic Geomorphology (18 min.)

02-07 - Seismic Analysis Summary (12 min.) Quiz

Chapter 3 - Advanced Seismic Attribute Analysis

03-01 - Fundamentals and Classification of Seismic Attributes (12 min.)

03-02 - Instantaneous and Complex Trace Attributes (15 min.)

03-03 - Visualization Techniques for Attribute Analysis (9 min.)

03-04 - Geometric Attributes and Their Applications (15 min.)

03-05 - Frequency Domain Analysis: Spectral Decomposition (9 min.)

03-06 - Enhancement and Filtering of Attribute Data (7 min.)

03-07 - Multi-Attribute Integration and Interpretation (11 min.) Quiz

Chapter 4 - Depositional Systems in Seismic

04-01 - Fluvial-Deltaic System Recognition (14 min.)

04-02 - Shallow Marine and Shelf Environments (10 min.)

04-03 - Deepwater Depositional Elements (15 min.)

04-04 - Carbonate Platform Architecture in Seismic (22 min.)

04-05 - Carbonate Shoals, Ridges, Grooves and Canyons (14 min.)

04-06 - Karst System Identification (19 min.)

04-07 - Chert and Chalk (16 min.) Quiz

Chapter 5 - Advanced Seismic Techniques

05-01 Part 1 - Recognition and Analysis of Amplitude Anomalies (18 min.)

05-01 Part 2 - Recognition and Analysis of Amplitude Anomalies (continued) (12 min.)

05-02 - AVO Theory and Applications for Fluid Discrimination (23 min.)

05-03 - Seismic Inversion Basics (13 min.)

05-04 - Time-Lapse Seismic Monitoring (19 min.)

05-05 - Machine Learning Applications in Seismic Analysis (27 min.) Quiz

Chapter 6 - Integration and Quality Control

06-01 - Common Pitfalls in Seismic Interpretation (21 min.)

06-02 - Acquisition and Processing Artifacts in Seismic Interpretation (20 min.)

06-03 - Data Conditioning Techniques (15 min.)

06-04 - Future Trends in Integrated Interpretation (28 min.) Quiz