This course introduces fundamental concepts required to develop fluid-filled porous reservoirs in subterranean formation for geo-energy applications. It covers the effects of fluid withdrawal and injection on in-situ rock stresses and deformation, well stimulation and their impacts on reservoir development.

CONTENT

LEARNING PREQUISITES

Required courses

Continuum mechanics (solid and fluid)

Recommended courses

Geomechanics, groundwater flow, soil mechanics, rock mechanics, fracture mechanics