Petroleum Engineering 574:

Optimization Methods for Subsurface Energy Resources Development (3.0 units)

Optimization algorithms for oilfield development, including well control optimization, well placement, open-loop and closed-loop model predictive control, and robust optimization. Prerequisite: PTE 500. Recommended preparation: Familiarity with linear algebra, vector calculus, general reservoir engineering and MATLAB programming language. Open only to Engineering graduate students.
  • Prerequisite: PTE 500
  • Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student, Doctoral Student
  • Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Andrew and Erna Viterbi School of Engineering
SectionSessionTypeTimeDaysRegisteredInstructorLocationSyllabusInfo
32227D048Lecture2:00-4:40pmWednesday8 of 25Behnam JafarpourSOSB44 & ONLINEfeesession dates
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