IPG 514 - Petroleum Basin Analysis

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-3)

Introduction to the concept of petroleum systems, including source rocks, reservoirs, traps and seals, emphasizing the geological and geochemical components that comprise petroleum systems in a risk analysis framework; relationships to basin types are emphasized with basin modeling. [Faculty of Science]

IPG 610 - Seminar and Field Trips

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-3S-0)

May take place all in one week. Series of seminars covering topics such as risk analysis, resource law, resource economics, land issues, environmental impact, government programs, equity markets and their regulation, reserve estimation, downstream petroleum industry, world energy supply and demand, nonconventional hydrocarbon sources. Field trips may include local Alberta geology, visits to drill rigs, enhanced oil recovery operations, and the archival core storage facilities. Attendance is mandatory. The course will be graded on a credit /no credit system. This course may require the payment of additional fees. [Faculty of Science]