Present day exploration for oil and gas requires a coordinated effort based on the successful integration of geophysics, geology, and geochemistry.
Exploration Technologies Inc. (ETI) is a fully integrated training, publishing and consulting organization serving the worldwide petroleum and natural gas industry.
Exploration Technologies Inc.'s commitment to technical and management training began with its founding in Houston, Texas, 15 years ago by Dr. V. T. Jones. It offers state-of-the-art programs, publishes training and technology information and has developed collection techniques and instruments capable of obtaining and analyzing hydrocarbons. "We do what we teach".
Our instructional format consists of formal lectures by highly respected specialists, case studies by industry experts, site visits and team participation in business workshops. The lecturers have been carefully selected for their extensive practical experience, knowledge of the industry and strong communication skills.
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| REGISTRATION INFORMATION | PROGRAM LOCATION AND SCHEDULE The programs will be held at ETI's Westchase office in Houston, Texas, which is a historical oil city with educational and cultural centers. Courses start on Monday as stated in the course schedule. Participants are expected to arrive in Houston the Sunday before classes begin. However, because of the specialized nature of ETI's petroleum industry courses, our courses are customized to fit the specific needs of the students. When coupled with the fact that classes are convened with as few as 2 or 3 students, the individual classes require at least six to eight weeks of advance notice in order to schedule the appropriate instructors and resources necessary to achieve the desired results. REGISTRATION BY FAX: Fax the following registration information to the USA at (281) 530-4308. Include your complete Name, Company, Title, Address, Daytime Phone and Fax numbers, Course Name, Course Start Date, Course Length, Expected Method of Payment, Authorization Signature, and address where invoice should be sent. REGISTRATION BY MAIL: If it is more convenient to register by mail, include the same registration information as above and send to: Exploration Technologies, Inc. 7755 Synott Rd. Houston, TX 77083 USA REGISTRATION BY E-MAIL: If it is more convenient to register by E-mail, include the same registration information as above and send to: jober@eti-geochemistry.com |
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| PAYMENT SUBSTITUTIONS AND CANCELLATION |
PAYMENT METHOD: The fees are listed on the course schedule and are due on confirmation of registration. All fees must be received 21 days before classes begin. Course fees do not include accommodation or meals. Acceptable methods of payment include electronic funds transfer, bank check, and cash. All funds are to be in U.S dollars. Send electronic transfers to: Chase Bank of Texas 11806 Wilcrest Drive Stafford, Texas 77477 ABA #113000609 A/C #012-05014543 Credit: Exploration Technologies, Inc. Checks may also be mailed to our processing center: 7755 Synott Rd. Houston, TX 77083 U.S.A DISCOUNTS: A 10% early booking discount will apply for all registration fees received more than three months before the course starting date. A quantity discount is available for block registrations in any one course. Course Fee Quantity Discount Table is available upon request. REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS: If cancellation of a registration is received 14 days before the course starting date, the full course fee will be refunded less a non-refundable administration fee of 20%. If a cancellation is received within 14 days of the course start date or if a registered participant fails to attend the course, 50% of the paid course fee will be refunded. Exploration Technologies, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any course due to insufficient demand or for any other reason beyond our control. A full refund will automatically be made to personnel already enrolled in the course or the course fees may be transferred to a different course. CLASS SIZE: All courses require a minimum of 2 participants and a maximum of 20. Because of the specialized nature of ETI's courses, registration is required at least six to eight weeks in advance of the scheduled course date. SUBSTITUTIONS: Substitutions of personnel can be made at any time subject to visa limitations where applicable. |
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INCLUSIONS: Pricing includes customizing the course to meet the participants' specific needs and all learning materials (books, course notes, cases, tapes, exercises, etc.). Distinctive plaques and certificates for achievement will be awarded to participants who successfully complete a course. Exploration Technologies Inc. will conduct all courses at conference rooms and classrooms at our offices in Westchase Drive, Houston, Texas. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS: Although the participants are responsible for their own lodging, ETI will provide every assistance in locating suitable accommodations with amenities, which include maid service, and recreational facilities. ETI will be pleased to make advance reservations prior to the start of the course as rooms are limited: early reservations are encouraged. AIR TRANSPORTATION TO HOUSTON: Participants are responsible for getting to Houston, Texas. It is recommended that they fly directly to Houston Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Houston's other airport - Hobby Airport is also convenient. Taxi fare from Houston Intercontinental Airport to town is approximately $50. LOCAL TRAVEL IN HOUSTON: We will provide any necessary transportation to and from classes. Other local travel and airports connections can be arranged with sufficient notice. Weekend excursions will be scheduled as desired by the participants. Car rental can be arranged if you have an International Driver's License. The State of Texas requires that you buy liability insurance. This can be arranged for approximately $125 per month. EMERGENCY MEDICAL ASSISTANCE AND INSURANCE: Participants are responsible for their own well being. Those attending courses should ensure that their employer's medical and liability insurance is in order, particularly for personal accident and loss or damage of equipment. If participants require emergency medical attention, there are excellent local hospitals. PROBLEMS: If confronted with travel problems, please call our office for assistance. The contact person is: Jennifer Ober Tel: (281) 530-4300 Fax: (281) 530-4308 E-mail jober@eti-geochemistry.com |
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| COURSE SCHEDULE-PETROLEUM TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT COURSES |
Because of the highly specialized nature of our courses, they are scheduled to begin at mutually acceptable times following the registration of an adequate number of students |
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| COURSE CATALOG TABLE OF CONTENTS |
PETROLEUM TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT ETI offers highly specialized courses on the following topics. The instructors selected are recognized U.S. oil and gas consultants with wide oil industry experience. Our instructors meet with their classes on the first day and ascertain the appropriate level of expertise of the students. The course is then designed to fit within the capability of the students in each class, thus insuring that the class and the level of instruction suit the needs of the individual students within each class. In order to achieve this objective, we do require at least six to eight weeks of advanced notice before convening each class. |
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| Introduction to Exploration Geophysics Gravity & Magnetic Survey Seismic Field Techniques Seismic Processing Seismic Interpretation for Geologist Geophysicists Seismic (Sequence) Stratigraphy 3-D Seismic Methods Structural Styles in Petroleum Exploration Surface and Marine Geochemical Methods of Petroleum Exploration Applied Petroleum Geology Applied Sedimentology in Hydrocarbon Exploration Exploration & Development of Sandstone Reservoirs Exploration of Carbonate Reservoirs Reservoir Characterization for Geologists Advanced Log Interpretation Techniques High Resolution Wireline Logging: Interpretations and Applications Applied Subsurface Mapping Natural Gas and Petroleum Properties & Characteristics Natural Gas Processing Gas Operation Gas Economics/Management Gas/Advance Management Program Environmental Assessments Environmental Management Waste Management Technologies and Management Practices Environmental Restoration Petroleum Economics, Business, and Marketing Financing Energy Projects Strategic Planning in Energy Project Management Purchasing and Material Management Management Development Program * Course descriptions are available upon request. |
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