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Dear colleague,

Nowadays, the E&P industry is facing technological challenges and the need for

technical expertise is more than ever crucial. Geostatistics is at the heart of numerous

workflows and decisions related to prospect evaluation and production optimization.

In the following pages, you’ll find detailed sheets of our public course offering. They are

organized by types and focused either on geostatistical methodology or software.

Our public courses in applied Geostatistics are organized by disciplines and focus on your

geophysical or reservoir characterization needs.

In addition, private courses can be organized on-demand. Any of our public courses can be

customized to your in-house needs and expectations. In addition, academic courses focused on

Statistics and Geostatistics theoretical background can be organized. For managers, a 1-day

seminar has been developed to give project leaders coming from various specialties an integrated

overview of geostatistical benefits and methods for Oil & Gas.

Finally, software courses will help you speed up your adoption of new developments and gain in

efficiency while using the latest release of ISATIS, our flagship software, the industry benchmark in

geostatistical software solutions.

Whatever your level of expertise, our courses help you staying current with the latest technology

and addressing your data integration, gridding, modeling or risk analysis needs.

You can register for a public course or find out more by visiting us at www.geovariances.com. Our

experienced team is also willing to provide practical guidance on appropriate and well-proven

geostatistical approaches through tailored mentoring sessions.

We are committed to sharing our expertise with you, just tell us about your training needs and

expectations!

Warm regards,

Jean-Marc Chautru

Consulting & Training Manager « Oil & Gas ».

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Summary of our offer Geovariances offers a complete set of high quality training

programs in petroleum geostatistics for beginners and

experienced users.

Courses cover basic and advanced Geostatistics and provide

participants with plenty of hands-on practice with real data

sets. They are led by Geovariances highly experienced

consultants.

Public courses are organized worldwide and throughout the

year in English, French and Spanish.

Our consultants also provide in-house training and mentoring focused on companies’ specific needs.

For more than 20 years, leading Oil & Gas and consulting companies around the world have been

relying on Geovariances and Isatis geostatistics software for a genuine expertise in geostatistics.

Geovariances headquaters in Avon (77), France

Go to Geovariances website clicking through the picture

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Summary

Seminar ................................................................................................... 6

Geostatistics in Geophysical and Geomodeling Workflow ................................. 7

Geostatistics ........................................................................................... 8

Fundamentals of Geostatistics ...................................................................... 9

Geostatistics for Geophysicists .................................................................... 10

Reservoir Characterization .......................................................................... 11

Software ................................................................................................ 12

Isatis Essential for Oil & Gas ....................................................................... 13

Scripting and Automatic Procedures in Isatis ................................................. 14

Training Calendar ................................................................................ 15

Terms and Conditions ........................................................................ 16

Our Trainers ......................................................................................... 17

Geovariances ........................................................................................ 18

Contact .................................................................................................. 19

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Seminar

Tailored courses may also be organized in your offices on demand focused on specific applications

or algorithms, for example: velocity modeling and TDC, volumetrics and uncertainty analysis,

seismic quality control and filtering, conditional simulations of continuous variables (SGS, Turing

Bands) and/or facies (Plurigaussian, MPS), etc.

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Any geoscientist involved in

seismic data processing or

geomodeling.

This seminar provides a

broad and practical overview

of the geostatistical solutions

applied for seismic data

filtering, geological modeling

a n d r e s e r v o i r

characterization. The focus is

put on practical applications,

underlining their pros/cons

and underlying assumptions.

T h e p a r t i c i p an t w i l l

understand the added-value

of advanced geostatistics for

accurate reservoir modeling.

GEOSTATISTICS IN GEOPHYSICAL AND GEOMODELING WORKFLOW

Key features

In order to illustrate the concepts, significant time is

devoted to discussions about real cases and examples.

Seminar contents

Introduction: Geomodeling in the E&P

Overview and key issues | Key points when comparing

deterministic, statistical and geostatistical approaches.

Geostatistical applications for E&P workflows

Seismic data QC and filtering | Depth conversion | Reservoir

characterization | Property modelling | Volumetrics.

Geostatistical concepts

Data quality control | Variogram analysis | Kriging | Noise

filtering | Data integration.

Simulation of categorical variables (facies, objects)

Limitations of kriging-based techniques for assessing

uncertainties | Main algorithms (pixel-based, process-based,

object-based) | Pros/cons and underlying assumptions | Key

issues: stratigraphic flattening, compositing well data,

vertical proportion curves.

Simulation of continuous variables (surfaces,

petrophysical properties)

Principles and main algorithms.

On-line registration

http://www.geovariances.com/en/oil-amp-gas-geostatistics-

in-e-amp-p-workflows-co902

Duration: 1 day

Upon request

Including training material

Who should attend

Objective

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Geostatistics

Tailored courses may also be organized in your offices on demand focused on specific applications

or algorithms, for example: velocity modeling and TDC, volumetrics and uncertainty analysis,

seismic quality control and filtering, conditional simulations of continuous variables (SGS, Turing

Bands) and/or facies (Plurigaussian, MPS), etc.

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Any geoscientist or reservoir

engineer involved in the

building or use of geomodels.

No prior knowledge about

geostatistics is required.

The course objective is to

present the basic concepts

and methods underlying the

use of geostatistics for Oil &

Gas in general but with a

p a r t i cu l a r f o cu s on

Reservoir Characterization.

FUNDAMENTALS OF GEOSTATISTICS

Who should attend

Objective

Key Features

The course presents the theoretical background of Geostatistics. The main tools are introduced and their

use in geological modeling is detailed. At the end of the

training, participants will be able to:

Understand the main assumptions of classical geostatistical algorithms, with their pros and cons,

Have a critical point of view about probabilistic

reservoir characterization projects, Attend courses dedicated to advanced geostatistical

topics.

Course content

General overview of geostatistics for Oil & Gas

applications: Reminders about basic probability and statistics:

distributions, mean, variance, correlation

coefficient, linear regression, Monte-Carlo simulations.

Importance of data sampling, model resolution, scales.

The basic tool of geostatistics: quantifying spatial

correlation with the variogram. Model fitting, classical variogram models.

Interpolation of data: kriging theory. 2D-3D examples.

Factorial kriging and its applications for the removal

of seismic noise/artifacts. Multivariate geostatistical framework for

regionalized variables (Model of coregionalization) and collocated cokriging. Application to property mapping.

Non stationary geostatistics and trend modelling: trends and residuals, kriging with external drift.

Application to depth conversion and setup of the structural model.

Geostatistical simulations of continuous variables

(surfaces, petrophysical variables): sequential Gaussian and turning bands.

Simulation post-processing. Volumetrics (GRV, HCPV …). Spill point analysis. Facies simulations: pixel-based approaches (SIS,

PGS) and MPS, object based,...

On-line registration

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fundamentals-of-oil-amp-gas-geostatistics-co1041

Duration: 3 days

Price: Upon request

Including training material

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Geophysicists involved in data

interpretation and mapping

of surfaces limiting the

reservoirs. No prior knowledge

about geostat i s t i cs i s

required.

Geostatistics has become a

key tool in geophysics, due to

its proven added value for

various tasks: seismic data

quality control, noise filtering,

velocity modeling, time to

depth conversion, uncertainty

quantification. This course

p r o v i d e s a s o u n d

unders t and ing o f t he

geostat i s t i ca l so lu t i ons

relevant to accomplish these

tasks.

GEOSTASTISTICS FOR GEOPHYSICISTS

Key features

Fundamentals of geostatistics. Interpretation of

variograms in relationship with the geology. Criteria of

data quality. Kriging for 2D/3D data. Factorial kriging and

its application to the filtering of artifacts, comparison of

different surveys and for 4D analysis. Correlation between

wells and seismic (TVD, TWT and velocities) and relevant

methods for geostatistical depth conversion.

To ensure a proper understanding of the concepts, 50% of

the time is allotted to practical illustrations and exercises

on real cases using ISATIS software.

Course content

Overview of geostatistics and its main methods.

Variogram analysis and kriging of velocity data.

Quality Control of seismic data.

Filtering acquisition artifacts using kriging.

Multivariate geostatistics and cokriging.

The problematic of time to depth conversion: time

interpretation, evaluation of the information on velocities

and standard models. Integration of wells and seismic

data for time-to-depth conversion.

3D seismic data processing: calibration of velocity from

stacking velocity cube.

Introduction to stochastic simulation for assessing

uncertainties during velocity modeling, depth conversion

and volumetrics.

On-line registration

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geostatistics-for-geophysicists-co161

Who should attend

Objective

Duration: 5 days

Price: 2750 €/pers

Including training material

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No prior knowledge about

geostatistics is required.

Introduction to geostatistics

fol lowed by advanced

geostatistical modeling of

reservoirs for the distribution

o f l i t h o f a c i e s a n d

petrophysical properties. The

pros and cons of existing

simulation algorithms are

discussed and illustrated on

real examples.

RESERVOIR CHARACTERIZATION

Key features

Step by step workflow analysis and description for

generating 3D reservoir static model using common and

advanced geostatistical simulation technics. Facies

modeling with focus on the analysis of proportion curves

and the role played by the stratigraphic reference surface.

Review of petrophysical property simulations constrained by

facies methods.

Course content

The session covers the following topics:

Overview of geostatistics and its main methods.

Variogram analysis and kriging.

Introduction to simulations: why, what and how to

simulate to get a good reservoir model and to

quantify its uncertainty.

Overview of simulation methods for categorical (discrete)

and continuous variables.

Statistical and geostatistical analysis of the facies

variability: reference surfaces, proportion curves. How to

account for lateral non stationarity.

Variographic analysis of indicators.

Conditional simulations of categorical variables:

Sequential Indicator Simulations (SIS), Boolean

simulations, Truncated Gaussian Simulations (TGS),

extension of TGS to Plurigaussian Simulations (PGS) with

definition of transition schemes. Introduction to

Multiple-Points Simulations (MPS) and Meandering Channels

Simulations (Flumy).

Conditional simulations of continuous variable, such as

properties: Turning Bands and Sequential Gaussian

Simulations (SGS).

Constraining of property simulations with facies.

On-line registration

http://www.geovariances.com/en/oil-amp-gas-geostatistical

-simulations-for-reservoir characteri-

zation-co93

Who should attend

Objective

Duration: 5 days

Upon request

Including training material

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Software

Tailored courses may also be organized in your offices on demand focused on specific applications

or algorithms, for example: velocity modeling and TDC, volumetrics and uncertainty analysis,

seismic quality control and filtering, conditional simulations of continuous variables (SGS, Turing

Bands) and/or facies (Plurigaussian, MPS), etc.

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Since Isatis is a general

purpose geostatistical tool,

learning how to use it is of

benefit to any geoscientist or

engineer who works on

spatial data: geologists,

geophysicists, reservoir

engineers. Attendees will

practice either alone or by

pair.

Get acquainted with Isatis

geostatistical tools. The

course covers a broad range

of topics, including Data

Import/Export, Exploratory

Data Analysis, Kriging and

S i m u l a t i o n s , B a t c h

Processing.

ISATIS ESSENTIAL FOR OIL & GAS

Key features

The course is designed as an Isatis training with detailed

descriptions of the algorithms. It is based on computer

exercises applied to real datasets coming from the

petroleum industry. Isatis projects material given to

attendees (database, graphics, journal files, etc.) can

provide templates to use in subsequent work.

Course content

This session covers the following topics:

• Presentation of the concepts and tools around which

Isatis is organised: User Interface, types of data

manipulated and organisation of the database, graphical

capabilities, HTML on-line manual, batch capabilities.

• Exchanging data with other software: loading data into

the database.

• Data management inside Isatis.

Classical statistics and Exploratory Data Analysis.

Computing experimental var iograms and

introduction to variogram modelling.

• Applying Ordinary Kriging.

• Introduction to simulations.

• Graphics and reporting.

• Exchanging data with other software: saving results

outside of Isatis.

Prerequisites

It is required to have a feeling for the basic concepts of

geostatistics (spatial data analysis, what the variogram

and kriging are), however the course does not make use

of mathematics and therefore can be followed by

beginners in geostatistics as well as by confirmed

geostatisticians.

On-line registration

http://www.geovariances.com/en/oil-amp-gas-isatis-

essentials-for-oil-amp-gas-co95

Who should attend

Objective

Duration: 3 days

Price: 1650 €/pers

Including training material

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This course is aimed at Isatis

u s e r s s e e k i n g a

comprehensive overview of

the different scripting

procedures in Isatis.

This course will teach you

how to build efficient

automatic procedures for

Isatis and gain productivity

in your day-to-day work.

SCRIPTING AND AUTOMATIC PROCEDURES IN ISATIS

Key features

This course is based on practical exercises using Isatis and

synthetic data.

Taught by experienced practitioners.

Course materials (documentation, journal files, training

data, worked examples) for use in your work place.

Course contents

Journal file recording

Journal file editing

Key words usage

“If, else” conditional actions

Loop actions

Questions and other Run options

Journal file templates

Exploratory Data Analysis and Automatic Variogram Fitting

in batch

Graphics & Displays

Prerequisites

A basic knowledge of Isatis and geostatistics is assumed.

On-line registration

http://www.geovariances.com/en/mining-scripting-and-

automatic-procedures-in-isatis-co865

Who should attend

Objective

Duration: 3 days

Price: 1650 €/pers

Including training material

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Check www.geovariances.com for up-to-date course offerings

Training calendar 2014

Course heading Location Date

Geostatistics for Geophysicist Calgary, Canada 3—7 March

Fontainebleau-Avon, France 24—28 March

1—5 December

Denver, The USA 21—25 April

Houston, The USA 2—6 June

Perth, Australia 11—15 August

Stavanger, Norway 22—26 September

Abu Dhabi, The U.A.E 26—30 October

Reservoir Characterization Fontainebleau-Avon, France 20—24 January

7—11 April

8—12 December

Calgary, Canada 24—28 February

Houston, The USA 9—13 June

Perth, Australia 18—22 August

Stavanger, Norway 29 September —3 October

Abu Dhabi, The U.A.E 9—13 November

Isatis Essential For Oil & Gas Fontainebleau-Avon, France 19—21 May

8—10 September

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Terms and conditions

Registration Fees

Class fees include one set of course material and lunches.

Attendees are invited to use their own laptop for computer exercises. A temporary demo version of

ISATIS will be freely supplied by GEOVARIANCES for this purpose.

For courses to be held in GEOVARIANCES only, if you are unable to bring your own laptop during the

training session, be sure to inform your sales contact and GEOVARIANCES will provide you with a

computer as far as possible.

Please note that admission will be only confirmed on receipt of your formal purchase order and after

full payment.

Payment

Geovariances will invoice your company for the approved course cost amount in full unless

cancellation notice has been given 5 working days before the course date.

Payment is required prior to the course to confirm the registration.

Payment options: credit card (American Express is not accepted - please provide with your card

details) or wire transfer to BRED Fontainebleau HDV - IBAN number: FR76 1010 7003 2700 0302

7055 623.

Venue

Courses can be organized in or outside GEOVARIANCES premises (hotel, client premises). Please

refer to the course description for more details.

Training hours are from 9:00 am to 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise specified.

Accomodation

Fee does not cover hotel accommodation. Attendees should make their own reservations directly (for

courses to be held in GEOVARIANCES, see the included hotel list).

Cancellation

No refund will be made for cancellation notified by a registered participant to GEOVARIANCES within

2 weeks (10 working days) prior to the course or for ’no shows’.

Attendee can be substituted.

Geovariances reserves the right to cancel a session if the minimum number of registrations is not

reached and to schedule an additional session if the number of registrations is in excess of the

maximum number of attendees.

Queries

Should you have any question or need further information, do not hesitate to contact us.

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Our trainers Dr. Jean-Marc Chautru, Consulting & training manager Oil & Gas

Jean-Marc has joined Geovariances in 2013 as Consulting and Training Manager “Oil &

Gas”. After a Master degree in geological engineering, and a PhD in Geostatistics, he

worked in the Oil Industry for 24 years. After 7 years as GeoModelling software product

manager for IFP group, he joined Beicip-Franlab consultancy division as Geologist,

specialized in rock-typing and geological modelling. He became Reservoir Engineer in

2004 and worked on several simulation projects (history match and forecasts). As Principal Advisor

for Modelling, he was in charge of studies review and assistance to junior engineers. He was often

involved in training sessions for national companies’ young specialists. As Project Director, he has

led several integrated studies. Jean-Marc worked on many giant fields, like Ghawar, Greater Burgan,

Cantarell, Upper Zakum, Hassi Messaoud.

Matthieu Bourges, Consultant & trainer Oil & Gas

Matthieu is a geologist engineer graduated from the Ecole Nationale Supérieure de

Géologie de Nancy, France where he get specialized in Hydrodynamics and

Reservoir Engineering (sedimentology, hydrodynamics, geotechnics). He joined

Geovariances in 2007 and is today mainly involved in Oil & Gas consulting projects and

trainings. He also contributes to the Isatis Technical Support and documentation.

Renaud Meunier, Consultant & trainer Oil & Gas

Renaud has more than 10 years experience in the Oil & Gas industry. _ After graduating

from the University Paris 6, France with a master in Geosciences, Renaud spent 10 years

in the UK where he was involved in various consulting works in Reservoir Modelling,

Reservoir Characterisation, Volumetric and Seismic Inversion.

Renaud also implemented a Pre and Post-stack Stochastic Inversion engine (Earthworks

ESI™ and MPSI™). Since joining Geovariances early 2013, Renaud is mainly involved in Oil & Gas

consulting and training activities. Renaud has a working knowledge of others Oil & Gas software

(Petrel, HR Strata, OpendTect, GeoFrame, Flogrid…).

Hélène Binet, Consultant & trainer Oil & Gas

Since joining Geovariances early 2013, Hélène is mainly involved in Oil & Gas consulting

and training activities. Hélène has 6 years of experience in geostatistical consulting,

mainly applied to geophysics, in particular seismic data QC & filtering, time to depth con-

version and related topics. She is graduated from University Paris 6, France with a mas-

ter in Geosciences and a speciality in geophysics.

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Geovariances Geovariances is a French independent software vendor, world leader in Geostatistics. It was

founded in 1986 by three engineers from the Geosciences Research Department/Geostatistics

Group at Mines ParisTech.

Geovariances has developed a real know-how and a professional expertise confirmed by more than

25 years of experience in applying geostatistics to address mine exploration, oil exploration or

environmental issues.

The company develops and sells two software packages: ISATIS, the industry benchmark software

for geostatistics and KARTOTRAK, integrated software solution for contaminated site

characterization.

Geovariances primary strength is its human resources. Our consultants are versatile highly qualified

and experienced engineers offering the industrial solutions our customers need. They also provide

training programs in geostatistics for beginners and skilled geostatisticians.

Geovariances is tailored to its customers' needs constantly improving its software products and

technology. The company invests in research and development through research consortia or

partnerships with research leaders in their respective industries. In addition to the collaboration

agreement with Mines ParisTech for the development of ISATIS, it has partnered with CEA to

develop KARTOTRAK.

Geovariances is responsible of the implementation of many significant technical advances over the

past 25 years and provides regular contributions to international industry and academic conferences

and journals.

Geovariances current CEO is Yves Touffait. Geovariances headquarter is based in Fontainebleau.

The company has also an office in Brisbane (Australia) and a representative in Brazil.

Key figures:

- Number of employees : 45

- 1 subsidiary office in Australia

- Turnover : +5 M€

- +500 company customers over the world

- +3500 software users over the world

http://www.geovariances.com/en/

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Contact

Geovariances France

49bis avenue Franklin Roosevelt

77215 AVON Cedex

Tel.: +33 (0)1 6074 9090

Fax: +33 (0)1 6422 8728

Email: info@geovariances.com

Your contacts:

Marketing and Sales Director

Jean-Paul Roux

jproux@geovariances.com

Customer services representative

Marie-Hélène Pires

pires@geovariances.com

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