For geoscientists and engineers wishing to learn the engineering aspects of geothermal project implementation and oil and gas professionals transitioning towards sustainable energy opportunities, Gioia Falcone's live online course is a comprehensive introduction to the main aspects of geothermal engineering, linking the subsurface to the point of sale.

Date: 24 - 27 Apr 2023
Location: Online
Tutor: Gioia Falcone: Rankine Chair of Energy and Engineering, University of Glasgow

Overview

This course covers fundamental aspects of geothermal engineering, linking the subsurface to the point of sale (or point of use). It encompasses the main geothermal energy uses, focusing on deep geothermal resources exploitation methods, where wells are required. The course also covers conventional and unconventional geothermal technologies, including closed-loop solutions and hybrid energy development opportunities.

Duration and Logistics

Four 3.5-hour interactive online sessions presented over 4 days (mornings in North America and afternoons in Europe). A digital manual will be distributed to participants before the course. Some reading is to be completed by participants off-line.

Level and Audience

Advanced. The course is intended for geoscientists wishing to learn the engineering aspects of geothermal project implementation, and oil and gas professionals transitioning towards sustainable energy opportunities.

Objectives

You will learn to:

1. Understand the different way in which a given geothermal energy resource can be exploited, and the associated uses.
2. Describe how open-loop and closed-loop engineering solutions work.
3. Interpret operational aspects of typical geothermal well designs.
4. Identify the uncertainties and risks of different exploitation methods, vis-à-vis resource sustainability over project lifetime.
5. Assess the impact of different well performance and well integrity aspects on ultimate recovery.
6. Discuss and analyse case studies involving different geothermal technologies.

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