From Reservoir Simulation to Smart Oil Decision-Making: UAE University Petroleum and Gas Engineering Students Present a Unique Project to Enhance Oil Field Productivity

University Media

In an academic display reflecting the high level of scientific and applied excellence that the UAE International University strives for, a group of students from the Petroleum and Gas Engineering Department at the College of Engineering and Information Technology discussed a unique graduation project entitled: “Integrated Reservoir Simulation and Node Analysis to Improve Productivity in the S-1 Field – Projects 1 and 2.” This project, submitted as part of the requirements for obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Petroleum and Gas Engineering, underscores the ability of the university’s students to utilize modern engineering knowledge to address real-world challenges in the oil and energy sector.

The project was presented by students: Hussam Sami Al-Junaid, Fatima Khalid Al-Nahdi, and Yousef Ahmed Junaid, under the supervision of Eng. Mohammed Abbas. The discussion committee consisted of: Prof. Ibrahim Farea, Prof. Hani Damaj, Eng. Mohammed Abbas, and Eng. Abdul Salam Mohammed Al-Kamel.

 The project relied on an advanced scientific study to analyze and simulate the behavior of oil reservoirs and improve production performance in the Al-Najiyah oil field. This was achieved using cutting-edge global engineering software such as ECLIPSE 100 for reservoir simulation and PIPESIM for analyzing and optimizing the production system.

The team sought to evaluate multiple field development strategies, including drilling vertical and horizontal wells and applying gas injection techniques to maintain reservoir pressure and enhance long-term oil recovery. The results showed that horizontal wells were superior in achieving higher cumulative production due to their efficient drainage and improved contact area with the reservoir.

The study also revealed outstanding results in improving field performance. Well ANH1 achieved the highest cumulative oil production of approximately 1.88 million barrels, in addition to a clear improvement in field pressure indicators and recovery efficiency through the studied gas injection strategies.

The project was not limited to the theoretical aspect but extended to advanced practical applications in contract analysis and production optimization. Simulation results demonstrated that adjusting production systems significantly contributes to increasing operational efficiency and boosting oil well productivity.

 This project embodies the high level of academic qualification and practical training that students at Emirates International University receive, through a modern learning environment that combines theoretical knowledge with real-world engineering applications. This is achieved under the supervision of a select group of academics and experts, and using the latest internationally recognized programs and technologies in the oil and gas sector.

Emirates International University continues to solidify its position as an incubator of excellence and innovation, producing competitive academic graduates and developing engineering professionals equipped with the scientific and practical skills to contribute to the future of energy and development.

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