PROGRAM SUMMARY:
Describes formation damage mechanisms, ther effect on well performance and methods for evalauating them.Discusses procedures and considerations involved in planning and executing matrix acid and hydraulic fracture treatments. Addresses sand control from both a traditional perspective, and from the standpoint of integrating sand control and well stimulation techniques. BACKGROUND LEARNING:
Complete the following IPIMS.ep Background Learning courses:

Acidizing and Other Chemical Treatments Hydraulic Fracturing Sand Control

ACTION LEARNING:
Complete the following simulated job assignments:

Well Stimulation and Sand Control - Diagnose production problems related to formation damage and recommend appropriate solutions.

RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT:
Submit a short (3 to 5 page) original paper of publishable quality devoted to some aspect of Well Stimulation and Sand Control. Include one or more recommendations for applying technology, better operating practices or improved business practices within your company. Alternatively, you may prepare a research report summarizing recent developments in technology, business or management practices, with references, that will be of interest to your management. Your IHRDC mentor must approve the assignment topic in advance, and the final report must be accepted by your manager and the IHRDC mentor before credit is received.