The Sedimentary Basin Exploration and Hydrocarbon Potential in Singapore is a professional training course for geologists and energy engineers.
From:
09-02-2026
From:
14-09-2026
Course Overview
Sedimentary basins are the primary hosts of global hydrocarbon resources. Understanding their formation, structure, and petroleum systems is critical for successful exploration and production.
This Sedimentary Basin Exploration and Hydrocarbon Potential Training Course introduces participants to basin classification, tectonic settings, stratigraphy, petroleum system elements, and exploration techniques. It integrates geophysical, geochemical, and geological data to evaluate hydrocarbon prospects.
Through lectures, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will develop skills in basin analysis and hydrocarbon potential assessment, preparing them to contribute effectively to exploration projects.
Course Benefits
Understand the formation and classification of sedimentary basins.
Learn petroleum system elements and basin modeling methods.
Integrate geophysical and geochemical data in exploration.
Strengthen skills in hydrocarbon prospect evaluation.
Gain insights into global exploration case studies.
Course Objectives
Explain principles of sedimentary basin formation and evolution.
Classify basins by tectonic and depositional settings.
Analyze petroleum system elements (source, reservoir, seal, trap).
Apply geophysical and geochemical techniques to basin analysis.
Evaluate hydrocarbon generation, migration, and accumulation.
Conduct risk assessment in exploration projects.
Build skills in integrated basin and petroleum system modeling.
Training Methodology
The course combines expert-led lectures, seismic and geochemical data interpretation, case studies, and group exercises. Participants will engage in hands-on basin analysis workflows.
Target Audience
Petroleum geologists and geophysicists.
Reservoir and exploration engineers.
Energy professionals in oil and gas exploration.
Graduate students in petroleum geosciences.
Target Competencies
Basin analysis and classification.
Petroleum system evaluation.
Geophysical and geochemical data integration.
Hydrocarbon potential assessment.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Sedimentary Basins
Basin formation and tectonic settings.
Basin classification and types.
Global distribution of sedimentary basins.
Importance in hydrocarbon exploration.
Unit 2: Stratigraphy and Basin Architecture
Principles of stratigraphy and depositional systems.
Basin-fill sequences and facies analysis.
Structural frameworks in basins.
Case studies of basin architecture.
Unit 3: Petroleum System Elements
Source rock characterization.
Reservoir properties and quality.
Seal and trap configurations.
Hydrocarbon generation and migration.
Unit 4: Basin Modeling and Exploration Techniques
Geophysical methods (seismic, gravity, magnetics).
Geochemical tools in basin analysis.
Basin modeling and maturity assessment.
Risk and uncertainty evaluation.
Unit 5: Hydrocarbon Potential and Case Studies
Hydrocarbon prospect evaluation.
Global examples of productive basins.
Lessons learned from exploration successes and failures.
Future directions in basin exploration.
Ready to strengthen your expertise in basin analysis and hydrocarbon evaluation?
Join the Sedimentary Basin Exploration and Hydrocarbon Potential Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and gain practical skills for petroleum exploration success.
The Sedimentary Basin Exploration and Hydrocarbon Potential Training Courses in Singapore offer professionals a comprehensive understanding of the geological, geophysical, and geochemical principles that underpin successful hydrocarbon exploration. Designed for geoscientists, exploration managers, reservoir specialists, and energy-sector professionals, these programs focus on the characterization of sedimentary basins and the evaluation of their petroleum systems to support informed exploration strategies.
Participants develop a strong foundation in basin architecture, stratigraphy, depositional environments, structural geology, source rock analysis, reservoir quality assessment, and trap evaluation. The courses emphasize how the interactions between these elements influence hydrocarbon generation, migration, accumulation, and potential recoverability. Through hands-on exercises and case studies, attendees learn to integrate seismic interpretation, well log analysis, and geochemical data to build basin models and assess hydrocarbon prospectivity with greater accuracy.
These sedimentary basin and hydrocarbon exploration programs in Singapore also highlight the application of advanced technologies and analytical tools used in modern exploration workflows. Participants explore basin modeling software, seismic attribute analysis, and geospatial data integration to support risk assessment and prospect ranking. The curriculum incorporates discussions on exploration uncertainty, portfolio management, and emerging trends in the global energy landscape, ensuring participants are prepared to make informed decisions in complex exploration environments.
Attending these training courses in Singapore provides a dynamic learning experience enriched by the city’s strong energy industry connections and emphasis on innovation and research. Expert-led sessions encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and practical problem-solving, enabling participants to apply geological concepts to real-world exploration challenges. By completing this specialization, professionals gain the technical insight, analytical competencies, and strategic understanding needed to evaluate sedimentary basins effectively—supporting responsible hydrocarbon exploration and contributing to data-driven decisions in the global energy sector.