Seismic interpretation ranges from simple structures to complex stratigraphic and fractured traps. These all have dominant geological overprints which render the interpretation non unique. This course will establish fundamental seismic rock physics responses for various geological environments and highlight the most diagnostic. These principles will be carried through to their manifestations in both the borehole and surface seismic responses. You will learn which petrographical and geological properties have diagnostic seismic signatures. You will understand the role of geological interpreation in constraining the seismic interpretation.
Topics to be covered
1) Role of fractures in seismic behavior
2) Fluid substitution and bright spot responses
3) Direct Hydrocarbon Indicators
4) Pore pressure prediction
5) Influence of diagenesis on seismic responses
6) Modeling fluid, lithological, anisotropic and pressure effects.